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4 Practical Applications for AI as a Retailer
The discussion around AI in retail has been a difficult one for many different reasons. The tech continues to confuse people while not exactly doing itself any favors in the privacy and security department. A simple mindset-shift along with a review of some practical applications for AI could help change the narrative – and save your business time and money in the long run.
Does Playing Christmas Music in Stores Boost Sales?
A look at statistics on Christmas music and Christmas shoppers, with tips for a strategic approach to playing holiday music in your store.
Black Friday, Cyber Monday Set Records at Retail
Online retail sales surged during the 2024 Black Friday and Cyber Monday holiday shopping weekend, setting new records in the U.S. In-store spending was up as well, while foot traffic was down.
Trump Says Tariffs are Part of His Day One Plan. Here’s How That Went Last Time.
President-elect Trump indicated that tariffs would be part of his Day One plan when he returns to the While House in January. Here’s what happened the last time he levied an import tax on goods.
7 Creative Ways to Get (and Use) Customer Reviews
A new Amazon marketing campaign featuring Adam Driver is the source for some inspiration as we consider some unique ways to both solicit and leverage customer reviews.
The Affordability of Holiday Shopping in 2024
A look at how holiday shoppers feel about spending this year, including who plans to go into debt and alternate payment options that could help.
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224: First Glimpse at How States Plan to Approach the Inflation Reduction Act
As the first states start to roll out their interpretations (and rules) around the Inflation Reduction Act, we sit down with NMG’s own IRA expert Frank Sandtner to understand the implications.
223: A Lesson in Effectively Leveraging Data from King’s Great Buys Plus
When he was a part of the NMG team, Mike Manthey was a driving force behind the group’s data initiative. Now, as a part of the King’s Great Buys Plus team, he’s leveraging NMG’s data-powered tools like PriMetrix to help grow and evolve the business while also exploring new markets.
222: The Role of Education in Building a Strong Company Culture at Martin Appliance
There are many different elements that help to build (or develop) a company’s culture. How much emphasis you place on certain areas can ultimately help set that culture. For Martin Appliance in central Pennsylvania, education is one area that they’ve decided to invest heavily in – and it’s paying off in a major way.
221: Focus On the In-Store Experience Has Been Key to Success for Mattress Direct
There are so many factors that go into the overall success of any independent retail business, but it’s those one or two special areas that you excel at that truly take your business to the next level. For Lee Burns, CEO & Founder of Mattress Direct, it’s been his commitment to an exceptional (and innovative) in-store experience.
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