Consumer Trends: Page 187
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Walmart unleashes a 'zero tolerance' policy for global sourcing standards violators
In response to a Bangladesh factory fire that killed 112 people, Walmart is eliminating its "3 strike" policy and instituting a "zero tolerance" policy instead.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013 -
Target edges ahead with Web-exclusive brands
Target is taking a new direction to differentiate itself from other online retailers in the form of six online-only brands debuting in clothing and home products.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013 -
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TrendlineHow retailers are thinking about in-store experience
Complementary shop-in-shops, age-appropriate experiences and integrated technology are just a few ways retailers are reworking stores to suit shoppers.
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3 tech trends stand to reshape the retail world
Despite an earlier-than-ever holiday season, retailers show the least amount of sales growth since 2008, thanks to these tech developments.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 22, 2013 -
Fortune’s 100 Best Companies to Work list hits, Wegman's ranks high
Men's Wearhouse, and Nordstrom also earned spots, thanks to Fortune's annual survey.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 18, 2013 -
Tebow gives back in a partnership with Furniture Row
Tebow may not be likely to return to the Jets, but he'll help out orphans with Furniture Row for a third year running.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
Amazon beats out luxury sites on customer satisfaction
Coach, Inc. and Tiffany & Co. offer products with status appeal, but they fall short in satisfaction, according to Foresee's index.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
Lord & Taylor gains exclusive retailer sponsorship for 'Project Runway'
Lord & Taylor has teamed up with mega show 'Project Runway' as the show's only retailer sponsor, giving the store an opportunity to host an episode challenge in March.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
OfficeMax gives Go Daddy an in-store presence
The effort will target small-to-medium-sized business customers.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
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eBay and PayPal anticipate exceeding $20 billion in 2013
After surpassing estimates in 2012, eBay and PayPal both have big ambitions for 2013.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
Big plans for 8 major retailers in 2013
Walmart, Whole Foods, and Ethan Allen have all unveiled major goals for 2013.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
Toys 'R' Us gives $1 million towards Hurricane Sandy relief
The Toys "R" Us Children's Fund will contribute to help rebuild the New Jersey communities that the company serves.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 17, 2013 -
Staples SVP, John Burke, becomes chief culture officer
The big name in office supplies just created the position, and Burke will be the first carry the title.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 16, 2013 -
Mobile sales estimated to reach $31 billion by 2017
While sales are expected to double by 2017 in mobile commerce, e-business professionals and retailers need to know a few things about mobile shopping.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 16, 2013 -
Walmart has a 10-year plan to boost U.S.-sourced products
Walmart and Sam's Club stores across the U.S. could see $50 billion in more U.S.-sourced products over the next decade.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Major retailers see $52.5 million from mobile commerce over the holidays
According to Branding Brand, their mobile sites brought in 77 million unique visitors over the holiday season.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Facebook's new search engine could prove very beneficial for retailers
Graph Search could be highly desirable for retailers, thanks to personalized searches for consumers.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Crafton named as new CEO at Crossmark
Crossmark, a sales and marketing services company in the consumer goods industry, has acquired former Proctor and Gamble exec Joe Crafton as its new CEO.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Steampunk look predicted to storm clothing retailers this year
The military-inspired steampunk look is catching at retailers such as H&M and Zara.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
PayPal now accepted at 23 more U.S. retailers
Hoping to broaden their presence beyond the online market, PayPal has expanded its usage to 23 major retailers across the country.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Target's relationship with Radio Shack fizzles, making room for a new mobile provider
Brightstar and MarketSource will assume responsibilities for Target's mobile market after recent negotiations failed.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 15, 2013 -
Drew Barrymore's Flower cosmetics plant seeds at Walmart
The stores are introducing a line of cosmetics designed with the same quality as a high-end department store—at Walmart prices.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013 -
Walmart to grow new Neighborhood Markets in Alabama, rest of U.S.
Expect to see about 100 more nationwide in 2013.
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 14, 2013 -
Harry Winston sells off watch and jewelry business to focus on diamond mining
Harry Winston has reportedly reached a deal with Swatch to sell off its watch and jewelry retail business, filling in a gap in the Swatch portfolio.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013 -
Retail survey shows dramatic online growth, but analyst anticipates a peak
Is 20% the magic ceiling for online shopping's importance to retailers?
By Brian Warmoth • Jan. 14, 2013 -
Walgreens goes Hollywood offering sushi, frozen yogurt and liquor
Little more comes to mind other than milk or cough syrup when you think of your typical Walgreens, but this new design model in open Hollywood offers high end luxuries fit for the stars.
By Joan Brodecki • Jan. 14, 2013
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