  | July 14, 2011 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- NCR may sell Blockbuster Express kiosk business
NCR is in negotiations with several parties about its Blockbuster Express kiosk business, said Bill Nuti, the company's chairman and CEO, and the possible options include a sale of the business. Competing with Redbox, NCR owns around 9,000 of the film-rental kiosks across the U.S. While the business is successful, Blockbuster Express is not among NCR's top priorities, according to Nuti. Home Media Magazine (7/12)       | How do you deliver the right message at the right time?
Learn 10 secrets for getting the timing and frequency of your emails right, including matching messages to buying cycle stage, increasing email frequency without list churn, optimizing cart and form abandonment campaigns, and more. Download 10 tips today! | - Retailers see surge in demand for stylish workout wear
Women looking to go from gym to life without a change of clothing are snapping up stylish workout wear, a boon to retailers including Lululemon, which specialize in pricey yoga pants. Now, more retailers are offering styles to meet the trend, including Gap-owned Athleta, which plans to open seven new stores this year, and Nordstrom and Target, which boast private label lines of workout chic. Los Angeles Times (7/13) - Apparel sales fall at U.S. discount chains
Consumers shifted their clothes shopping from discount chains to department stores, specialty shops and outlets in the 12 months ending April 30, leading to a decline in apparel market share from 21.2% to 19.3%, according to a new report from NPD Group. The shift marks a changing consumer focus from "lowest prices" to "better value," said NPD's Marshal Cohen. Women's Wear Daily (subscription required) (7/13)  | Could your CRM deliver better ROI?
Today's CRM systems can dramatically improve your bottom line through better customer marketing, engagement and retention — but only if your program is properly designed. Learn how one specialty retailer increased campaign results 300% through creative segmentation — as one of five proven strategies for CRM success. Download your copy now! |
 - Project aims to make online clothes shopping more human
The Digital Sensoria project underway at Brunel University in London is creating new online shopping applications that aim to remove barriers to online clothes shopping. Touchscreen apps promise animated images that present fabrics and movement in a more lifelike way, and researchers are working on a version of Facebook's "Like" button that would measure users' response to certain fabrics. New Scientist (7/13)  | Keep Up with the Fast-Paced eCommerce Market
Stay current with trends in eCommerce, mobile and social commerce with the latest research from leading experts. Download the eCommerce Fact Kit to save time and effort, while gaining insight into trends your best prospects and customers are managing. |
 - What's your social policy?
The ash is settling now after the political flameout of Rep. Anthony Weiner, but Rieva Lesonsky writes there are still lessons to be learned. According to polls, only 15% of small and midsize businesses have a formal policy governing social media use, and that could leave the remaining 85%, ahem, exposed. "Considering the recent social-media gaffes, businesses need to proactively evaluate their social media needs and practices," said Alex Terry of polling firm Zoomerang. AOL Small Business (7/12)  | Policy & Government Affairs |  |  | | - NRF, restaurant association back small-business protection
NRF and the National Restaurant Association joined together to support a bill that would require federal agencies to consider the impact of their actions on small business. "This bill could provide an important boost to these small businesses that often get caught up in well-intentioned but sometimes burdensome and harmful regulations," said NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay. Retailing Today (free registration) (7/13) | NRF News | | | | - Retail sales in June grow for 12th consecutive month
Retailers preparing for the crucial back-to-school season have reason for optimism: according to numbers released by NRF today, industry sales for June rose 0.3% seasonally adjusted from May and 5.5% unadjusted year-over-year. While the sales numbers surpassed expectations, NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said that sustained growth in retail will depend on a strong labor market. Read more. - 10 simple site tweaks to reduce shopping cart abandonment
With average online shopping cart abandonment rates hovering around 40-50%, converting these lost sales can substantially improve a retailer's bottom line. At Shop.org's Online Merchandising Workshop this week, Eight by Eight CEO Amy Africa shared ten simple site tweaks that can convert on-the-fence shoppers. Tip #6? Quit asking pointless questions. Read more.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - How Pinkberry led a frozen-yogurt revival
Frozen-yogurt franchises exploded in popularity during the 1980s with the emergence of chains including TCBY and I Can't Believe it's Yogurt, only to see their popularity wane as coffee and ice cream shops gained market share. Yogurt is in again, with Pinkberry claiming a pioneering role. "When Pinkberry launched in West Hollywood in 2005 there was actually nothing else like it," said CEO Ron Graves. TheStreet.com (7/13)  | |  | | | | |  |  Merchant Opportunities | Kohl's | Milwaukee, WI | | New Account Sales Representative | One Step Retail Solutions | Nationwide, United States | | Retail Management | Jerry's Home Improvement Center | Eugene/Springfield, OR | | Career Event - Charleston, SC | Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH | Charleston, SC | | VP Divisional Merchandise Manager - Men's | Saks Fifth Avenue OFF 5TH | New York, NY | | Planogram Specialist | Headquarters Marine Corps | Quantico, VA | | Buyer-Young Men's and Men's Collections | Headquarters Marine Corps | Quantico, VA | | Sales Associate | UNIQLO | Manhattan, NY | | IT Opportunities | Belk Inc. | Charlotte, NC | | Manager of Human Resources | Chico's FAS, Inc. | Ft. Myers, FL | | Manager Replenishment & Allocations | Five Below | Philadelphia, PA | | EH&S Manager | Vera Bradley Designs | Fort Wayne, IN | | Store Manager (Deploy) | Army & Air Force Exchange Service | Dallas, TX | | Merchandise Planner Analyst | Headquarters Marine Corps MWR & Business Operations | Quantico, VA | | Senior Merchandise Planner Administrator | Headquarters Marine Corps | Quantico, VA | | Saks Fifth Avenue - Sales Associate - Career Day July 21st | Saks Fifth Avenue | Boston, MA | | Applications Manager-Distribution & Transportation | PetSmart | Phoenix, AZ | | Store Manager - Bealls | Bealls | Orlando, FL | | Fashion Buyer | Target | Minneapolis, MN | | Project Manager | Limited Brands | Columbus, OH | | | |  | |  |
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