4 Retail Trends to Watch in the Second Half of 2021
With major transformation on the horizon for the retail sector in 2021 and beyond, we can expect to see sustainable growth.
Helping Retailers Solve Problems
RILA represents the largest retailers operating in the US and the simplest description for what we do is—we help our members solve problems.
From Weed to Wellness, Retailers Change Occupational Health and Safety
Some retailers are taking a new look at occupational safety and health programs post-pandemic, which include expanding wellness initiatives.
The Link Between Organized Retail Crime and Human Trafficking
Human trafficking is an expanding criminal market with trafficking and smuggling more intertwined with large-scale criminal enterprises.
Survey Reveals a Return to Pre-pandemic Back-to-School Shopping Habits
Sensormatic released its third annual US Back-to-School Consumer Sentiment Survey finding that 76% of consumers plan to shop in-store this year.
Federal Safety Lawsuit Filed Against Amazon for Selling Defective Products
The US Consumer Product Safety Commission filed suit against Amazon to hold it responsible for defective products sold through its marketplace.
Kroger, CVS, and Nordstrom Executives Join RILA Board
Rodney McMullen of The Kroger Co., Neela Montgomery with CVS Pharmacy, and Erik Nordstrom of Nordstrom added to RILA's Board of Directors.
Retail Evolution and City Transformation in the Post-Pandemic Economy
How the actions city officials take to encourage vibrant communities and discourage crime will play an integral role in the retail evolution.
What’s Driving the 93% Retail RFID Adoption Rate in North America?
While apparel has led the adoption of retail RFID technology for inventory control, other sectors are quickly expanding their activities.
A Look Back at Twenty Years of Interviews
In our 20-year anniversary, we look back at the many retail professionals and other interesting individuals we have interviewed for the magazine.