 | September 20, 2011 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- CEO Matt Shay leads NRF's focus on policies that affect retail: NRF President and CEO Matt Shay has spent the year leading up to today's launch of a yearlong lobbying effort working to position the group as an influential pro-business voice in Washington. "The end product is to be sure that the retail industry has a seat at that table every time there's a key policy decision taken on issues that affect our members, whatever those issues might be," he said. The Hill (9/20)
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 - Appeals court sets aside Costco class-action in light of Wal-Mart ruling
A federal appeals court set aside a class-action lawsuit brought by three women who say they represent about 700 female Costco employees who were passed up for promotions based on their gender. The ruling came after the Supreme Court's dismissal of a similar case against Wal-Mart set stricter criteria for establishing a class, but the Costco plaintiffs can still present further evidence to have their class action reinstated. San Francisco Chronicle (9/19) - Toys R Us releases hot toy list, says parents will spend
Families may be cutting costs all over the budget, but Toys R Us predicts they'll open their wallets for certain must-have toys this holiday season. The prices for the 15 items on the "hot toy" list released this week total $948.85, 28% more than last year, and the average toy price has risen from $49.39 to $63.25, with the $279.99 Power Wheels Dune Race as the most expensive and a $5.99 package of Moshi Monsters Moshling Mini Figures as the least pricey. NorthJersey.com (Hackensack, N.J.) (free registration) (9/20) - Denver-area IKEA store gives bigger-than-expected economic boost
Officials expected five days of overflow crowds when the new IKEA opened in Centennial, Colo., but the heavy traffic lasted a month. The store's success will give a boost to the city's coffers during otherwise tight economic times, officials said. "When you're seeing consumer confidence (index) in the 40s, the fact that we're having a retail traffic problem is ... a blessing," said the city's economic development manager. The Denver Post (9/19) - Survey: Shoppers make a game of hunting bargains
Bargain hunting has become a sport for many consumers, according to data from Mintel. About 64% of U.S. moms say they're spending more time searching out bargains, discounts and coupons than they did last year. "It's no longer enough to save money, shoppers want to have fun with the savings experience as well," said Mintel's Alexandra Smith, who advises merchants to add entertainment value to their promotions. Drug Store News (9/19) - Nail polish overtakes lipstick as the new economic indicator
Nail polish sales have grown faster than any other cosmetic category since the start of the recession, and some industry watchers say nail polish has replaced lipstick as women's go-to affordable indulgence in tight economic times. "It's rare to see a trend grow so strong in both mass and prestige channels," said NPD Group's beauty industry analyst Karen Grant. CNBC/Consumer Nation (9/19) - Big-box retailers downsize square footage
Large, outsized retail stores are losing favor in the industry even among big-box retailers. Wal-Mart, for example, is building smaller versions of its supercenters. Best Buy, Office Depot, Target, Kohl's and J.C. Penney are also downsizing. Houston Chronicle (9/19)  | IMPACT Comes to You Roadshow 2011—St Louis, MO
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 - Stores migrate to digital receipts, but some merchants resist
While some retailers are meeting the move toward digital receipts with even longer paper slips, many including Nordstrom and Kmart are embracing the technology. "Clearly, digital receipts are going to be an option. It is growing and will continue to grow, particularly with the migration to mobile," said Richard Mader, executive director of NRF's Association for Retail Technology Standards. The Kansas City Star (Mo.) (9/19)  | Used to verify compliance, understand operations and identify risks, LP audits are an essential part of asset protection in retail. However, many retailers are not getting the most out of their audits. Click here to learn how LP audits can help your retail business reduce losses and increase profits. |
 - Why one marketing strategy isn't enough
Successful marketing takes a mix of different approaches, both online and offline, Jamillah Warner writes. Web-based marketing such as through LinkedIn or through a company website can help to spread your message, as can old-fashioned materials such as brochures. "Print marketing items are not dead yet. ... [T]here are a lot of people who just need to have something in their hands in order to remember you, so give it to them," she writes. Small Business Trends (9/19) | Case Study: McCormick and Schmick's
In the highly competitive restaurant market, McCormick & Schmick's needed to understand and respond to dining trends in real time. Read this case study to see how IBM® Cognos® Express enabled a set of automated dashboards that integrate both general ledger and point-of-sale data from the company's individual stores to drive better decisions. |
| NRF News |  |  | | - NRF launches campaign to push jobs, innovation and consumer value agenda
NRF today announced an unprecedented campaign to demonstrate the value of retail to the U.S. economy marked by significant investment in grassroots, social media and communications. With new data that showcases the strength of the retail industry, the centerpiece of the campaign is an interactive website, www.RetailMeansJobs.com, which includes an action center designed to encourage engagement on behalf of the retail community's agenda. Read more. - Downturn in retail container traffic ending as retailers prepare for holidays
Import cargo volume at the nation's major retail container ports is beginning to see cautious increases over last year again, ending a summer-long downturn as retailers prepare for the holiday season. According to the monthly Global Port Tracker report by NRF and Hackett Associates, year-over-year growth is beginning to resume in September, which is forecast to be up 11.8% from September 2010. Read more.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - KFC store in Indianapolis wins Gold LEED certification
A KFC store in Indianapolis is the first restaurant in the state to win LEED Gold certification, parent Yum! Brands said this week. The unit uses 25% less energy and water than a typical KFC, with the help of green design and construction features and technology including energy-efficient cooking equipment and low-water fixtures. QSRMagazine.com (9/19)  | |  | | Position Title | Company Name | Location | | Shopper Marketing and Retail Promotions Director | Two West Inc. | Nationwide, United States | | Director of Planning and Allocation | LittleMissMatched | New York, NY | | Merchandise Manager | Party City | Rockaway, NJ | | Payroll Manager | Party City | Rockaway, NJ | | SALES ASSOCIATE | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | Hackensack, NJ | | Sales Associate- Saks Fifth Avenue Palm Desert | Saks Fifth Avenue | Palm Desert, CA | | MDSR Buyer-Fashion | Meijer | Grand Rapids, MI | | ASSET PROTECTION ASSOCIATE | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | BAL HARBOUR, FL | | REGIONAL RECRUITING MANAGER | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | ATLANTA, GA | | SALES ASSOCIATES | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | NEW YORK, NY | | SALES ASSOCIATES | SAKS FIFTH AVENUE | GREENWICH, CT | | Sales Associate Career Day at South Coast Plaza | Saks Fifth Avenue | Costa Mesa, CA | | Buyer (Lawn & Garden/Seasonal/Trim-A-Tree) | Navy Exchange Service Command | Virginia Beach, VA | | Candy Merchant | Five Below, Inc. | Philadelphia, PA | | Saks Fifth Avenue - FT and PT Sales Associates - Sales Support - St. Louis, MO | Saks Fifth Avenue | St. Louis, MO | | Sales Associate | Saks Fifth Avenue | ATLANTA, GA | | Sales Associate - Sales Support (stock) - Personal Shopper - Career Day | Saks Fifth Avenue | McLean, VA | | Fashion Buyer | Target | Minneapolis, MN | | Regional Director | Francesca's Collections | Philadelphia, PA | | Product Creative Design - Manager/Specialist | Cabela's | Sidney, NE | | Vice President of Distribution and Logistics | Sleep Experts | Dallas, TX | | Visual Manager | Saks Fifth Avenue | San Francisco, CA | | Saks Fifth Avenue- Designer Sales Associate | Saks Fifth Avenue | Houston, TX | | Saks Fifth Avenue- Sales Associate Career Fair- New Orleans, LA | Saks Fifth Avenue | New Orleans, LA | | Various Retail Opportunities within | Deloitte Consulting LLP | Multiple Locations, United States | | | Click here to view more job listings. | | |
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