July 2018

Transforming the Retailer/Tech Vendor Relationship
Hear from the industry’s leading experts on why and how the retailer/vendor relationship is evolving and where these vital partnerships are headed.
Advanced Analytics Tools Give Savvy Retailers an Edge
Download this Tech Solutions Guide to learn how to keep your advanced analytics tools current, no matter the size of your retail operation.

Customer Engagement
Amazon Vs. Walmart: Who Wins in the Battle of the Behemoths?
In our July feature story RIS looks at how Amazon and Walmart stack up when it comes to Loyalty Programs, Acquisitions, Click and Collect, Grocery Shopping, and Voice Shopping. Then we give readers the chance to weigh in to determine who wins in the "Battle of the Behemoths."
Infographics
Lock Up Sales with Speedy Self Pickup In-Store
Download this Trendagram to learn how digital lockers and next-gen vending machines offer retailers a multifunctional solution for services and security.
Digital Commerce
Luxury Shoe Club Launches: Co-Founder Scott Van Valkenburgh Discusses Its Unique Retail Tech
Luxury Shoe Club (LSC) just launched its new membership club, iPhone app and next-generation shoe-trading platform. RIS catches up with co-founder Scott Van Valkenburgh to learn more about the retail technology that went into creating LSC.
Customer Engagement
What Went Wrong: Build-A-Bear Workshop
Was Build-A-Bear Workshop's "Pay Your Age Day" event its most successful failure?
Infographics
Location Analytics Fuel Success in Next-Gen Store
Download this Trendagram to learn how WiFi analytics can help you tap into a wealth of customer data to reveal clear customer behavior patterns that can supercharge your business.
Analytics
Sneak Peek: Inside the Nike Concept Store Stocked by Local Loyalty Member Data
Who are the people in your neighborhood? Nike analyzed buying patterns, app usage and engagement of local LA-area NikePlus members to curate its first Nike Live concept store. Get a peek at the design, inventory and features, before the store opens to the public.
Supply Chain and Merchandising
Why Most E-Commerce Retailers Fail at Digital Promotions
If you're struggling to take your digital promotions from "it works" to "it's great!," try putting these three best practices to work.
Digital Commerce
5 Tips for a Successful Digital Transformation
Retailers are feeling the pressure to evolve, but many still aren’t sure where to start. Here are five tips that will help you hone in on the essential prerequisites and technologies that are part of every retailer's digital transformation.

RIS' July 2018 issue examines the tech battle between Amazon and Walmart, building relationships between retailers and vendors, and advanced analytics tools.