| February 23, 2012 | News for the retail industry |  |  | |
- Redbox expands its vending machine offerings
Redbox saw quick success for its DVD-rental vending machines, but as more consumers move to movie-streaming services, parent Coinstar is looking to expand into new product offerings. About 500 new machines will be added by the end of the year, selling everything from Seattle's Best Coffee to consumer electronics. Time.com (2/21)       | Predict what customers want and how to delight them.
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When customers visit your website or store to make a purchase, they leave valuable clues to how you can build a longer, more profitable relationship with them. Join us online March 22 to hear how retailers are using analytics to increase profitability. REGISTER NOW. | - SUPERVALU plans to open 4 Save-A-Lot stores in Pa.
SUPERVALU is adding Save-A-Lot stores in Pennsylvania, opening four in February and March to bring the state's total to 76. "With food costs on the rise, Save-A-Lot is an ideal solution for customers looking to save money on their grocery bills," said President and CEO Santiago Roces. Drug Store News (2/22)  | Hiring exceptional talent is critical to the success of your business. Whether it’s the executive who offers visionary leadership, or the sales professional who won’t settle for less than 100%, a business needs great people to thrive. This guide provides best practices for securing the top talent you need to drive business results. |
 - Retailers bank on smaller store footprints
Retailers including Best Buy, Ann Taylor, Gap and Kohl's are testing smaller concept stores that are less costly to build and operate, give merchants more flexibility on location and promise customers personalized service in a more intimate setting. "Consumers like the smaller stores, like to be part of a 'happening,' and smaller stores have that feel," said Phoenix-based real estate consultant Jeff Green. The Kansas City Star (Mo.) (2/21)  | Learn Customer Engagement Best Practices from Aberdeen!
Aberdeen Group’s recent research on customer intelligence and engagement strategies reveals what today’s leading retailers are doing to gain insight into the mindshare of their customers, respond to their elevated expectations, and strengthen customer centricity. This $399 report is yours free! Download your copy now! |
 | Retail Technology |  |  | |  | NEW: The 2011 American Pantry Study
This study takes a deeper look into consumer behaviors and attitudes to reveal the continued impact of the recession on the consumer, shopping attitudes, shopping channels and buying practices. Including data on more than 200 brands in over 20 categories, this is a must read for any brand looking to sell more product. Download it now. |
 | Policy & Government Affairs | |  | | |  | - NRF pushes for fairness in corporate tax overhaul
NRF and other other retail trade groups gave the Obama Administration mixed reviews on plans to overhaul the corporate system, stressing that solutions need to be fair. "Reform needs to address small businesses as well as corporations, and needs to be fair to all industries rather than favoring one over another," said NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay. The Hill (2/22)  | Cloud Computing for Midsize Business
If your midsize company has limited resources, you need to make the most of your IT investment. Cloud computing can lead to extraordinary cost savings and business innovation. This white paper provides a brief overview of cloud computing, explains how midsize companies can benefit, and describes the steps they can take to take advantage of what it has to offer. |
| NRF News | | | | - NRF considers President Obama's corporate tax reform proposal "positive step"
American businesses are stricken with the second-highest tax rates in the world, but a recent announcement from the White House to reduce the corporate tax rate from 35% to 28% is a positive step, according to NRF. "Lower taxes will make U.S. businesses more competitive at home and abroad, and will help create the jobs out-of-work Americans are looking to fill," said NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay. Read the full release. - How to optimize and streamline your retail distribution center
As new technology bursts on to the scene, consumers' actions -- and reactions -- to innovation often serve as guides for retailers. But where does your distribution center fit in with changing technology? In an NRF webinar on March 29, Kim Baudry and Rich Herlacher of Dematic Corp. will discuss trends impacting retail distribution center efficiency and distribution center designs suited for today's omnichannel world. Learn more and register.
| Chain Restaurant News | | | | - Panda Express grows out of the mall
Panda Express grew to become a staple of mall food courts, but now the chain is expanding to stand-alone stores and continually reworking its menu to keep up with the latest trends in Asian cuisine, with an emphasis on healthy offerings. "Before, I just gave customers a big chunk of meat. Now I need to make sure [the] nutrition's good," says Andy Kao, the chain's head chef for 28 years. National Public Radio/The Salt blog (2/22) | |  | | Position Title | Company Name | Location | | Email Marketing Manager | Golfsmith | Austin, TX | | Buyer, Petites | Stein Mart | Jacksonville, FL | | Vice President of Human Resources | Teavana | Atlanta, GA | | Manager Training & Development | Naarjtie Kids | Salt Lake City, UT | | Global Insights Manager (GIM) – Global Insights | Burt's Bees | Durham, NC | | Designer - Footwear/Girlcare | Tween Brands Service Co. | New Albany, OH | | Category Manager (Consumables/Home Division) | Navy Exchange Service Command | Virginia Beach, VA | | Senior Vice President, General Merchandise Manager | Total Wine & More | Potomac, MD | | Senior Product Manager | dunnhumby | Cincinnati, OH | | Visual Merchandiser Manager | Castle Megastore Group | Tempe, AZ | | Vice President of eCommerce | The Vitamin Shoppe | North Bergen , NJ | | Buyer - Men's Personal Furnishings | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Director of Procurement Services | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | VP eCommerce | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Contract Recruiter - Merchandising | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | General Manager | Saks Fifth Avenue | Short Hills, NJ | | Business Development - Home Office Based | The French Company/FacilityConnect | Twinsburg, OH | | Demand Planner | Staples, Inc. | Framingham, MA | | DVP Spirit Halloween Marketing, Licensing & Creative Services | Spirit Halloween | Egg Harbor Township, NJ | | Retail Communications and Operations Manager | Hanna Andersson LLC | Portland, OR | | VP Customer Strategy | Burlington Coat Factory | Burlington, NJ | | Manager, Financial Planning and Analysis | Spencer Gifts | Egg Harbor Township, NJ | | National Advertising Sales Manager | Intent Media | New York City , NY | | Maintenance Associate | Rooms To Go | Charlotte, NC | | The North Face: Customer Relationship Management Manager | The North Face | San Leandro, CA | | | Click here to view more job listings. | | |
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