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Digital Technology Pumps Up Sales of Luxury Brands

It may not be widely recognized as such just yet, but digital technology is probably one of the best things to happen to luxury brands in a long time.

Modest Increase in Holiday Sales Predicted, But Niche Companies Eat Into Major Retailers' Share

Retailers should see a modest uptick in holiday sales this year. But the news isn't all positive for big chains or even major online retailers.

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Most Say Their IT Won't Support Omnichannel Retail Functions, Study Finds

Complete integration of business-critical technologies is a major driver for success in omnichannel retail and overall retail performance, but nearly half of respondents to a recent report say their technology isn't up to the job.

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3D Printing, Smartphones Upend Retail, E-commerce

The assembly line at Feetz has 100 humming 3-D printers. Their sole purpose is to make shoes.

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Amazon Combats Thieves, 'Barely Legal' Resellers Using Its Site

In trying to be the world's largest e-tailer by offering almost anything, Amazon has attracted a dedicated group of thieves and resellers trying to slip through the holes in Amazon's bureaucracy.

Apparel E-Tailer Lets You Try on Clothes Before Paying for Them

When you're in a changing room, if you're lucky there's a clerk nearby who'll grab another size for you if an item doesn't fit - while you stand waiting in your underwear, of course.

How Amazon's Prime Day Creates New Challenges for Traditional Retailers

First there was Black Friday. Then Cyber Monday. And now, Amazon.com's Prime Day. Why do retailers invite peak-demand headaches?

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Amazon Looks to Shave Delivery Time of Small Items from China to U.S.

Amazon.com Inc. is speeding the delivery of USB cables, smartphone screen protectors, cosmetics and other small, flat items in its continuing push against rival marketplaces that help overseas manufacturers and suppliers sell directly to U.S. shoppers.

Best Practices for E-Commerce Shipments to Canada

The boom in e-commerce is a global phenomenon, but each country has its own unique requirements for ensuring the smooth flow of shipments to the buyer.

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Walmart Acquisition of Jet.com Lesson for Distributors Competing Against Amazon

In August, Walmart announced that it would acquire Jet.com for $3.3bn. The merger may put Walmart in a better position to go up against e-tailing behemoth Amazon, and possibly even strengthen the former's footing in the business-to-business e-commerce space in the future.

Challenges Facing Online Jewelers Are Many Faceted

Due to changing lifestyles and disposable incomes, the global jewelry market continues to rise, with much of that growth being driven by the move to e-commerce. The world's jewelry market is projected to surpass $257bn in 2017 and grow at a compound annual growth of five percent over the next few years. Currently, online jewelry sales only account for four to five percent of the market, but the e-commerce sector is expected to reach around 15 percent by 2020.

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inVia Robotics Unveils 'Goods-to-Box' System for E-Commerce Fulfillment

InViaRobotics has released a "goods-to-box" robotics system, to aid in the fulfillment and material-handling operations of e-commerce providers and warehouses.

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Enhancing High-Value Electronics Shipment Security with Tive's Real-Time Tracking

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