Technology

06/18/2013 - 5:02pm
Report: Slow websites big deterrent for customers on mobile devices

Slow websites are a deterrent for customers using mobile devices, including smartphones and tablets, according to a report from mobile technology Mobify, which reveals the financial impact of slow loading mobile websites for the world's top 100 online retailers.

06/18/2013 - 4:58pm
Report: Consumers go digital

According to the latest edition of the seasonal “The Why Behind the Buy” report from Acosta Sales & Marketing, consumers are increasing their usage of every digital tool except for email in their shopping activities.

06/18/2013 - 4:10pm
PwC: CPG retailers and providers use IT to connect with customers

Retailers and consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies are increasingly using technology to better connect with customers and drive profits, according to a new study from the Grocery Manufacturers Association and PwC US.

06/18/2013 - 4:01pm
Wayfair.com launches Inspiration Gallery

Online home furnishings retailer Wayfair.com is launching Inspiration Gallery, a collection of interior design photography that is integrated with the company’s product selection to enable one-stop shopping.

06/17/2013 - 12:03pm
KPMG: Retailers ready to spend on expansion, IT

Despite continuing economic uncertainty, new data from KPMG indicates retailers are ready to invest capital to spur growth this year.

06/17/2013 - 11:46am
Domino’s launches Pinterest program

Domino’s is offering a new program called “Second Hand Logos” on Pinterest. Ten artists are using old materials featuring the old Domino’s logo, such as uniforms and signage, to create artwork which is displayed for sale on Domino’s Pinterest page.

06/14/2013 - 11:32am
RSR Research: Multiple channels produce profits

A new study from RSR Research concludes that retailers offering multiple selling channels connect more with consumers and are more profitable than retailers operating a single channel.

06/14/2013 - 11:27am
Eli’s Cheesecake meets traditional goals with new media

Eli’s Cheesecake, which sells cheesecakes and other baked goods from a retail store in Chicago as well as an e-commerce site, uses emerging social media tools to meet traditional marketing goals.

06/13/2013 - 4:43pm
Container Store launches upgraded mobile with Usablenet

The Container Store has launched an upgraded mobile web experience in partnership with mobile and multichannel technology provider Usablenet.

06/13/2013 - 4:41pm
Survey: Most dads want mobile offer alerts

A new U.S. study conducted online by Harris Interactive and commissioned by Placecast showed that fathers use their mobile phones to save money.