Getting consumers to buy is the focus on an unbelievable amount of time, focus and money in the world of retail. Getting that conversion to happen, drawing the customer to that click, is something of an all-consuming passion in retail for the very good reason that...
What happens when money — at least in coins and bills — no longer stands, in its physical form, as the preferred method of exchange? Two recent examples, far flung across the globe, stand out. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
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On the heels of the announcement that Starbucks CEO Howard Schultz will step down in 2017 to take on the role of executive chairman, Bloomberg reported that his plans are to make the global coffee chain even more upscale. Get the Full Story Complete the...
Needham, Mass.–based cross-channel marketing attribution software provider Visual IQ has nearly 11 years in the business. Founded in 2006, Visual IQ provides businesses with its SaaS-based IQ Intelligence Suite, which measures, analyzes and offers actionable data on its clients’ marketing efforts. Get the Full Story Complete...
Apple just recently rolled out another new bit of functionality for the Apple Watch. The latest version of the Apple Store app for Apple watch now allows wearers to make purchases right from their smartwatches. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this...
Meal-kit startups for quick and easy meals are facing fresh competition from Big Food. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...
There is no denying that the ride-sharing industry has sped up exponentially over the past few years. But between Ola, Uber and Lyft, both consumers and drivers are platform-agnostic: There’s low loyalty adherence to one brand. Drivers are working multiple platforms, while riders have downloaded...
American Express recently announced that it had acquired mobile device authentication and intelligence solutions provider InAuth Inc. The specific financial terms of the Amex deal have yet to be disclosed. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free...