SHERYLL POE

Every aspect of life was impacted by the COVID-19 pandemic, particularly people's shopping behaviors. As customers moved from browsing in physical stores to purchasing online, customer behavior analytics—understanding how customers act across each channel and interaction point—became more important.

With the value of Bitcoin continuing to rise and a major digital currency company going public on the NASDAQ stock exchange, blockchain technologies and cryptocurrencies are making their mark on mainstream finance. But what is digital cash, and how does it work? And will it make physical cash obsolete?
Here's a closer look at what to expect in the coming years.

Diversity, equity and inclusion was an important topic of conversation among retail leaders long before 2020. But social movements and events of the past year have brought a new sense of urgency to the issue.

Some of the most important roles at any conference are the session moderators. A good moderator keeps the conversation flowing, controls the quality of responses from the speakers, and makes sure the audience gets the most out of the session.
But being a moderator at a virtual event is especially important — and challenging.

Cars and rock and roll have always gone hand in hand. Not only have cars long been the subject of songs (going all the way back to 1905’s “In My Merry Oldsmobile”) but a number of groups have adopted car names as their band monikers: The Impalas, The El Dorados, The Continentals—the list goes on.

But it’s not often that musicians and auto dealers share the same taste in historic real estate.

Dealer-Built Home Listens to the Music

The Normandin family has been selling cars in the San Jose, Cal...

From the executive offices of America’s top retailers to the White House itself, women today are making their presence known. Female leaders are confidently guiding and supporting employees and customers and leading large businesses through one of the most complex periods in retail.
It’s no surprise that women are also a driving force at NRF’s new virtual show, NRF Retail Converge, where they will take the stage over the course of the five-day event to deliver keynote speeches on topics rangi...

Every sector of the retail industry has undergone a massive transformation during the COVID-19 pandemic, and loss prevention and asset recovery are no exception.
Today, these teams are dealing with much broader security issues than tracking down and recovering stolen merchandise. They’re trying to navigate new threats such as fraud, cyber attacks, civil unrest, workplace violence and organized retail crime.
The loss prevention track at the upcoming NRF Retail Converge is specifically designed...

Regardless of industry, most businesses strive to improve efficiency, reduce costs and streamline operations. But when it comes to warehouses and fulfillment centers, the seamless flow of materials and products is particularly important. Warehouse technology can help business leaders boost productivity, improve accuracy and avoid waste.
Luckily, there are already a number of technology solutions available that are unique to warehouse and fulfillment operations—and even more are on the horizon...

The COVID-19 pandemic has led to increased demand from consumers and merchants for more payment methods that don't require person-to-person contact. Quick response, or QR, code payment has gained particular attention as a quick and secure touchless payment method.

After a long, cold winter, spring has finally sprung! It’s time to throw open the windows, smell the flowers, and let the fresh air and sunshine chase those winter doldrums away.
Spring is the season of new beginnings, which means it is the perfect time to give your space a deep cleaning, organize your closets and cupboards, and brighten up your space for the season with spring apartment decor. Here, we’re sharing six spring decorating ideas to liven up your apartment.
Spring Decorating Ideas...

Whether you’ve just moved into a new apartment or you’re looking to refresh the one you’re already in, you might be interested in making apartment updates so your home reflects your style and personality.
As an apartment renter, however, tackling home improvements that aren’t permitted by your lease could cost you your security deposit. It’s safe to say that updates like changing light fixtures in a rental or upgrading a rental bathroom are most likely off limits.
Luckily, it is possible to w...

Spring is just around the corner, and everyone who has been housebound during the COVID-19 pandemic is ready for a fresh start. Naturally, the best way to kick off the season is to throw open the windows and get down to some spring cleaning in your apartment.
Spring cleaning an apartment is more involved than just checking off your average apartment cleaning checklist. This annual ritual gives you the chance to freshen up, organize, and sanitize household items that might be neglected through...

The COVID-19 pandemic has been hard on everyone. For almost a year now, people across the world have been forced to isolate, quarantine, and work from home.
For folks living alone in an apartment, particularly young adults, this lonely and uncertain time has been especially difficult. In fact, Census Bureau data reports that adults living alone are more likely to report feeling anxious than people living with roommates. Also, young people—between ages 18 and 44 years—report higher rates of an...