Consumers’ Pie in the Sky: The Future of Drones Is Home Delivery

As growing numbers of Americans shop from home for everything from clothing and furniture to pantry staples, businesses are navigating more efficient ways to satisfy their needs by experimenting with new shipping technologies.  Until recently, drones – unmanned aircraft that fly autonomously – were regulated primarily to popular commercial and professional uses, such as real estate […]

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Cross-Generational Enthusiasm for Mall-Edition Amazon Is High

In an upside-down 2020, it’s probably not all that surprising that the brick-and-mortar killer – Amazon – is branching out into … brick and mortar. Specifically, with their Amazon 4-star stores, 15 of which are already up and running, with another 16 in the pipeline. Even more retro – the stores are located predominantly inside […]

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How iPhone Repairs at Best Buy Could Boost Sales of Other Apple Products

Apple customers are now able to have their iPhones and MacBooks repaired at any of about 1,000 Best Buy locations across the U.S. Both companies are framing this major expansion of the existing Apple-Best Buy partnership as a win-win, providing more repair locations for Apple customers while potentially driving lucrative foot traffic to Best Buy […]

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Photoshopping is a Touchy Subject for Gen-Z and Millennials

People under the age of 18 are 4x more likely to think we should retouch models more in advertising, signaling a problematic trend for both companies and consumers. […]

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4 Data-Driven Reasons Why Amazon + Whole Foods Could Be Huge

Much has been and will be written about Amazon’s blockbuster decision to buy Whole Foods last week. People far smarter than me will debate the impact of the deal on grocery retailers, food manufacturers, and consumers alike. For all I know, the strategy could blow up in Amazon’s face. But I wouldn’t bet on it. […]

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Home Décor 101: How Americans Make Their Houses Their Homes

It takes a lot of work to make a house a home – and of course anyone who has ever tried already knows that. This is exacerbated by the fact that most of us live within limited means. When building a home, it’s almost impossible to check everything off of your wish list. Do you […]

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5 Facts on Marshalls Fans

For the deal-oriented shopper, there is no better mecca than Marshalls. When no visit is the same, shoppers flock to the retailer to experience a new store each time. In a shopping culture that’s increasingly shifting online, Marshalls and sister company TJ Maxx’s shares have doubled over the past five years. What brings fans back […]

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Men Are Behind on Their Holiday Shopping

With only days left to finish up holiday shopping, we’re down to the home stretch folks. We’re past the point of no return when it comes to shopping online, and if you’re hoping to get a gift for a loved one by Christmas Day, the expedited delivery might cost more than the item itself. How […]

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