Tag Archives: September 2013 Feature

Enhancing the Consumer Experience

With our Market Watch feature this month, we start a new “TechBuzz” series that will explore how cutting-edge mobile, near field communication, facial recognition and other technologies can help retailers begin to redefine the traditional brick-and-mortar experience. This month’s article looks into the growing field of digital checkout technologies, which represent an exciting new arena […]

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Global Industry News

The recession may be over, but consumers are still keen on saving. According to a recent report by Mintel, 68 percent of shoppers say they’re paying more attention to prices now than they were 5 years ago, and 52 percent wait for discounts to buy higher-priced items. -Progressive Grocer A recent survey shows there’s still […]

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By the Numbers

1882 The year Labor Day was first observed 64% The percentage of Americans who watch NFL football 4.34 million The number of retail salespeople in the U.S. (the largest single occupation) $35 billion The amount spent on tailgating foods and drinks each year

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A Taste of the Season: Tailgating Chili

Courtesy of French’s This hearty chili recipe is a fan favorite-great for tailgating or a Sunday afternoon spent watching the game from your couch! INGREDIENTS: 1 lb. ground beef 2 large onions, chopped 1 tbsp. minced garlic 2 tbsp. oil 2 lbs. boneless top round steak, cut into 1/2-inch cubes 1 (28 oz.) can crushed […]

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