by Bart Mroz, Co-founder/CEO, SUMO Heavy

The retail industry is in the throes of a major transformation as the traditional retail model gives way to new modes of “experiential retail.” A key element of experiential retail is the innovative use of technology to provide richer shopping experiences that are more informative, frictionless, immersive and satisfying.

From speeding up the supply chain to adding personalization and making shopping more convenient — technology is fundamentally transforming the business. Here’s what you need to know.

Despite Walmart’s disappointing Q4 results, Marc Lore is here to tell you that they’re staying the course, and that he’s not going anywhere anytime soon.

The value of smartphone visits is growing faster than desktop visits for online retailers as shoppers shift their buying habits to mobile platforms, according to data from Adobe Digital Insights (ADI).

Amazon’s success brings into relief a principle that is sometimes hard to swallow in the design community: Successful design is not necessarily beautiful.

Shopping on Instagram is now available for Shopify merchants with businesses in the UK, Australia, Canada, Germany, France, Italy, Spain, and Brazil. Let users discover and purchase products from your Instagram posts and checkout in your Shopify store.

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