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If you’re one of the over 175 million Americans who uses a smartphone, chances are you’re living the mobile lifestyle. What exactly does that mean? In technical terms, the mobile lifestyle is defined as a way of life that’s been shaped by the advent of mobile devices and mobility, which have and continue to impact every aspect of human behavior in today’s constantly connected world. In real-life terms, it means you’re engaging with friends via social media, depositing checks, paying your credit card bill, keeping track of your shopping lists and more— all via a 4-inch device that fits neatly in your pocket.

When you think of Valentine’s Day, red roses, heart-shaped chocolates and shiny jewelry may come to mind. As the second biggest gift-giving holiday after Christmas, it’s true that some shoppers do focus on romantic presents for their loved ones; however, many also turn their sights toward more practical and non-traditional gifts. Perhaps owing in part to this, grocery stores have become a popular destination for Valentine’s Day shoppers, especially last-minute ones, leaving Sales Advisors in a unique position to offer up gift ideas that take romance beyond roses.

Did the New Year bring a new job for you as a Sales Advisor? If so, congratulations! We know any new job can be challenging at first, but we’re committed to helping you succeed. With that in mind, we reached out to 10-year veteran Sales Advisor Nell Roe to get her tips on putting your best foot forward on the sales floor.

SAS Retail Services, the merchandising arm of the Daymon Worldwide Retail Services group, was recently named as the single source provider for two Kroger divisions in the Pacific Northwest—Fred Meyer and QFC (Quality Food Centers). In addition to the services SAS already provides to other Kroger divisions across the country, this move positions SAS as […]

Sometimes what’s not in a product counts just as much as what is. This fact is front and center in the current debate about GMOs versus non-GMOs. In case you’re not familiar, GMOs are foods and ingredients whose DNA has been modified in a lab at some point, such as corn grown from seeds implanted […]

Brett Barcelona, President and General Manager Retail Services A Commitment to Our People A great company is one that invests in its people and provides them with the necessary tools to succeed and excel—promoting collaborative and respectful relationships. Associates are then empowered to take these principles and communicate the same proactive behaviors to customers. This […]

The feedback on last month’s redesigned issue has started to roll in and I couldn’t be happier to report that it’s been overwhelmingly positive. Many people have noted how much they like the new format. Several of you also let us know how excited you are to be able to use Retail News Insider in […]