 In This Issue
December 2011 |
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| Magazine Sections |
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| 2012 Review & Outlook |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Joe Skorupa |
| An insider's look at the strategies, technologies and opportunities that will matter in 2012. |
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| Editor's Note: |
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| The Wild, Wild Digital Frontier |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Joe Skorupa |
| With millions of websites, mobile and social apps, discounts, offers, coupons and promos in the digital sphere, retailers need to pivot toward creating a consumer-driven shopping experience using all available tools to meet the expectations of today's tech-savvy shoppers.
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| Insider's Insight: |
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| Hands-Free RFID |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: John-Pierre Kamel and Marshall Kay |
| Pinpointing products with no human effort for superior inventory management is a key benefit of recent RFID installations. |
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| Retail Solutions Brief: |
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| Preparing the Network for the New Shopper |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Julie Ritzer Ross |
| The seemingly seismic shift from wired to wireless retail technology is exerting pressure on IT networks, forcing retailers to rethink the communications and data networks supporting their stores. Download this Retail Solutions Brief to learn more about the network management and security systems solutions that can help handle the increased digital traffic. |
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| Special Report: |
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| 2011 IT Services Guide: New Rules for Retail |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| With both consumer preference and technology changes speeding up, it can be difficult to get a handle on the new opportunities that are indeed out there. In this first-ever RIS News IT Services Guide, five leading retail consultants identify and discuss the hottest growth areas for 2012 and beyond. Download the complete Guide, which includes a handy listing of the industry's major consulting firms. |
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| Special Section: |
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| Big Show, Big Ideas |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Your guide to the best that NRF (and NYC) have to offer |
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| NRF 2012: Building the Future of Retail |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Cutting edge info on trends for 2012 and beyond
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| NRF 2012: Customer-Centric Store |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| In-store environments draw traffic and lasting loyalty. |
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| NRF 2012: Staying Engaged |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| M-Commerce and social networks become everyday parts of retail.
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| NRF 2012: WFM Gets the Job Done |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Family Dollar, Guitar Center and Movado Share Success Stories |
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| NRF Big Show 2012: Enterprise Apps Broaden Their Scope |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Today's tech-infused retailers are redefining roles for enterprise solutions |
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| NRF Big Show 2012: Merchandising Matures |
| 12/23/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Retailers adapt to in-charge shoppers
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| Case Study: |
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| Bonobos Uses Robotic Technology to Streamline Processes |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Caterina Pontoriero |
| Bonobos speeds fulfillment time and boosts customer satisfaction with robotic technology. |
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| Trends: |
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| Three Tips for Securing Trust |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Caterina Pontoriero |
| Steps to tighter data security focus on mobile devices, payment hardware and encryption. |
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| Emerging Technologies: |
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| AV Club |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: Caterina Pontoriero |
| Technology that enhances audio and visual elements in the retail space. |
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| Store Front: |
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| Buycostumes.com Launches Mobile Site with Usablenet |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Online costume retailer Buycostumes.com launched a mobile version of its site with global technology platform company Usablenet in early October, just in time for the Halloween holiday. |
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| Buzek, RetailROI Honored by Congress |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Greg Buzek was honored by the Congressional Coalition on Adoption Institute for helping orphans and vulnerable children worldwide through RetailROI, which leverages the power and influence of retailers to benefit children in need. |
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| Debenhams Pop-Up Stores Go Virtual |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Department store Debenhams partnered with augmented reality mobile marketing application Goldrun to place 10 virtual party dresses in public spaces throughout the U.K. for shoppers to discover. |
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| Fresh Installs Digital Signage in New Flagship |
| 12/08/2011 |
| Author: RIS News |
| Cosmetics retailer Fresh added two Christie MicroTiles displays in its new flagship in New York City to entice customers with multi-sensory experiences. |
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