Nordstrom Family Looks to Gain Majority Stake in Namesake Retailer

| Mike O'Brien

The Nordstrom family is looking to gain a majority stake in the luxury retail mainstay that bears their name but is facing opposition from board members who see them as part of the problem, according to a report in the Wall Street Journal. Other board members are reportedly seeking an outside director to replace the family members.

Promotional Excellence: Monitor Promotions for Future Decisions

| Shikha Jain

Promotions are everywhere and it can be hard for retailers to escape them. In fact, those companies that do not run promotions are outliers. Although promotions have traditionally been limited to specific seasons and holidays, today’s consumers have come to rely on them, and many will delay a purchase in the endless search for the best deal.

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How Consumer Demands and Technology Are Evolving Customer Experience

| Alan Finlay

Technology is shifting how merchants interact with customers more rapidly than ever before. Trends like the Internet of Things (IoT), connected devices and new approaches to knowledge management mean that merchants have a lot on their plates when it comes to evolving consumer expectations. Here is how retailers can win in the ever-changing retail environment.

Why Growth Teams Are Imperative In the Age of Ecommerce

| Jon Corwin

Retail is a crowded market, especially with the emergence of ecommerce in the past two decades. As it has become increasingly more difficult for brands to capture the attention of potential customers, growth teams have become an invaluable asset for the companies they serve. Find out how your company can implement a growth team that produces successful results.