Articles By Megan Zielinski

  1. Sears, Kmart To Offer Free In-Store Pickup 11/5/2014

    As early as 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving, Sears and Kmart stores will be opening their doors for Black Friday shoppers this year—welcoming customers and Shop Your Way members to scoop up amazing deals before the official start of one of the busiest shopping days of the year. The stores will remain open from 6 p.m. Thanksgiving to midnight on Black Friday to serve every customer’s needs—making this year another year following their 23-year tradition to stay open for 42 hours straight.

  2. Kohl's Unveils Newly Designed Mobile App, In-Store Pick Up In Time For Holidays 11/3/2014

    Just as soon as turkey dinners are finished, Kohl’s will be opening their doors to Black Friday shoppers as early as 6 p.m. on Thanksgiving this year. Kohl’s will also be presenting customers with exclusive product offers, convenient customer services, and a newly-designed Kohl’s app—creating a seamless shopping experience for shoppers across all channels this holiday season.

  3. Banana Republic Using Instagram Videos To Connect With Consumers 10/31/2014

    As the holiday season arrives, Banana Republic is rolling-out 15 second, content-rich video advertisements through Instagram, connecting to the brand’s female millennial customers. Instagram users can expect to see the short videos appear on their newsfeeds.

  4. Lowes Innovation Labs Transforming The Retail Industry With Introduction Of Robotic Employees 10/30/2014

    The future of shopping has arrived as Lowes introduced two new robotic “employees” to help serve customers in a Supply Hardware store in San Jose, California. The Lowe’s Innovation Lab will be testing the positive impact the OSHbot robots have on customers and the company.

  5. RadioShack Drives Fulfillment Options, Apple Pay, And More For Holiday Shoppers 10/27/2014

    Just in time for the holidays, RadioShack is launching exclusive products from top brands and new customer services to make shopping at RadioShack even more affordable and convenient.

  6. Gap Inc. Hiring 63,000 Seasonal Employees To Serve Customers Among All Channels 10/21/2014

    Gap Inc. hosted holiday hiring events in Gap, Old Navy, Banana Republic and Athleta stores throughout the U.S this past week—marking it as the company’s first Holiday Hiring Blitz to seek talented, compassionate worker to add to the holiday team.

  7. Staples Among 220,000 Retailers Launching Apple Pay This Week 10/21/2014

    After announcing its launch back in September, Staples is now incorporating Apple Pay into their recently reinvented Staples App—allowing iPhone 6 and 6 Plus customers to safely and simply make purchases at the convenience of their fingertips. Apple Pay will soon be available for in-store shoppers to use at Staples locations throughout the U.S within the next few weeks.

  8. Best Buy, Intel Partner To Drive In-Store Traffic And Sales 10/20/2014

    Best Buy and Intel have come together, creating a new in-store exploration center for customers to learn about cutting-edge technologies—by the end of October, the Intel Technology Experience Center will be included in 50 major Best Buy locations across the U.S.

  9. JCPenney Reveals New Growth Initiatives, Connects With Millennials 10/14/2014

    JCPenney, nation’s largest apparel and furniture retailer, announced new goals set for fiscal year 2015-2017—to enhance the customer experience, keep up with customer needs, attract and maintain current customer base, and drive growth in store traffic and sales.

  10. Target Expanding And Enhancing Mobile App Experience 10/10/2014

    Target is refining their app store this fall, adding two new apps for pharmacy refills and gift registry, along with boosting current app capabilities, allowing for customers to enjoy an even greater, seamless, more personalized shopping experience at the convenience of their fingertips.