It’s only a matter of time until Amazon comes for your business. At least that’s the impression the online retail giant is leaving as it announces a series of new ventures that simultaneously stretch the company beyond its original big box origins while also supporting its underlying mission to reach every shopper, everywhere, as quickly […]
Measurement has become an obsession for many of us. Fitbit wrist trackers count our steps, our phones track everything from the calories we burn to the places we visit to the number of emails we check, and our social media accounts track endless retweets, likes and friend requests. We have become, by and large, a […]
This is the second in a three-part exploration of the future of the retail industry, examining how retailers can stay relevant and competitive as consumers increasingly move towards digital solutions for their shopping needs. This week, we look at the growing trend of subscription boxes, which have figured out a sweet spot between efficiency and […]
This is the first in a three-part exploration of the future of the retail industry, examining how retailers can stay relevant and competitive as consumers increasingly move towards digital solutions for their shopping needs. This week, we explore how retailers are turning to in-store kiosks to allow customers to shop and interact with products— bringing […]
We love it, we use it, we increasingly depend on it: social media has evolved beyond a way to effortlessly “check in” throughout the day into an often surface-deep exploration of our lives. This week, we compile some perspectives on the ubiquity of social media in our everyday interactions and ask whether it’s always a […]
