How accessible packaging is changing the retail experience

by Andy Meadows — Vice President of Product, Loftware

Walk through any store and you’ll see QR codes on packaging, connecting shoppers to recipes, promotions and brand information. But for millions of consumers…

Japan airline piloting robotic baggage handlers

May 22, 2026

Japan Airlines is planning to deploy humanoid robots this month to work as baggage handlers at a Tokyo airport.

US retail sales show solid growth

May 22, 2026

U.S. retail sales increased 4.9% in April and represented the third month of consecutive growth.

Cultivating a modern supply chain: What Spring gardening can teach us about cloud, automation

by Tatiana Munoz — Director of Sales and Business Development USA, Hardis Supply Chain

Modernization can occur incrementally by strengthening the digital foundation, introducing automation where it delivers the most value and gradually building a…

Ace Hardware debuts AI-powered assistant

May 21, 2026

Ace Hardware has deployed a AI-powered assistant, called 'Hey ARMA,' aimed at helping store associates better serve customers in real time.

Boot Barn taps Aptos One for mobile POS

May 20, 2026

Boot Barn, a lifestyle retailer, is deploying the Aptos One mobile-first point of sale solution across its 500-plus U.S. locations.

Toshiba leaders recognized as difference makers

May 20, 2026

Four Toshiba America Business Solutions leaders have been named as 2026 Difference Makers by ENX Magazine.

C-store RaceTrac redefines loyalty via enhanced rewards program

by Judy Mottl — Editor: RetailCustomerExperience.com & DigitalSignageToday.com, Connect Media

RaceTrac, a leading convenience store retailer, partnered with Capillary Technologies, an AI-powered loyalty solution provider, to enhance the RaceTrac Rewards…

Shein reportedly buying Everlane

May 20, 2026

Shein, a fast fashion retailer, is reportedly aiming to acquire apparel retailer Everlane in a $100 million deal.

The new digital shelf: Why pre-search discovery is critical for driving retail conversion

by Elizabeth Brooks — SVP of Client Experience, Brkthru

With consumers spending more time streaming, scrolling and engaging with content, the “digital shelf” is no longer confined to a search engine. Conversion can…

Walmart tops US grocery sales

May 19, 2026

Walmart owns 21% of U.S. grocery sales but when it comes to AI suggestions relating to grocery shopping, wholesaler Costco ranks first.

Amazon drone delivery slated for upstate New York

May 18, 2026

Amazon is aiming to provide drone delivery in under two hours to the Syracuse, New York area.

Ahold Delhaize USA expands digital commerce capabilities

May 15, 2026

Grocery retail group Ahold Delhaize USA is partnering with SmartCommerce to expand Click2Cart across its five omnichannel U.S. grocery brands.

Legacy payments abandoned micro-businesses, AI makes them viable again

by Jim Aviles — CloudWalk Board Member, CloudWalk

Legacy payments companies went after tiny businesses early, but most eventually shifted to bigger customers because supporting the “long tail” was too…

Giant Eagle teams with Ibotta for digital promotions

May 14, 2026

Giant Eagle, a multi-format food and pharmacy retailer, has joined the Ibotta Performance Network, selling it as its exclusive provider of digital promotions…

Ulta Beauty joins Uber Eats platform

May 13, 2026

Ulta Beauty is now on Uber Eats, offering its beauty essentials nationwide.

Why the best retail technology makes associates more, not less, visible

by Tim McCracken Jr. — Chief Revenue Officer, SOLUM America

The human element isn't something you bolt on through training or policy alone. It's shaped by how the store operates day to day.

Costco tweaks its iconic hot dog deal

May 12, 2026

Costco is still selling its well-known, and beloved, $1.50 hot dog deal (a quarter-pound all-beef dog and a 20-ounce soda with endless refills) but the…

Rack Room Shoes names Mike Edwards as CEO

May 11, 2026

Rack Room Shoes has named Mike Edwards as CEO following the retirement of Mark Lardie who led the footwear retailer for 14 years.

Mobility at the forefront: How mobile POS is redefining specialty retail

Mobile POS is reshaping specialty retail at the moment of decision. Retailers are equipping associates to assist customers, complete transactions anywhere in…