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DTC Bikes In A Box, For The IKEA-Level DIYer

 

Riding a bike is fun -- buying one, on the other hand, not so much. Unless one happens to be a hobbyistwith a love for long, time-consuming processes. That’s what drove Adam Kalamchi and Kane Hsieh to found Brilliant Bicycles, which ships customizable, easy to assemble (and affordable) bikes directly to customers’ front doors. Take a ride.

 
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How Pay Advances Affect The Retail Industry
 

In the gig economy, early payment — not just ease or speed — can be a competitive differentiator. According to a new PYMNTS study, 1.2 million retail gig workers have received pay advances, totaling $66 billion. What does this mean for retail as the industry shifts from offline to online?   Read More...

 
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Toys R Us Returns With Small Stores; Dean & DeLuca Struggles With Competition
 

Tru Kids is bringing the Toys R Us brand back to brick-and-mortar life with experiential small-format stores, while Dean & DeLuca continues to struggle due to increasing competition. How are the new Toys R Us stores designed around immersive experiences, and how many Dean & DeLuca stores remain? Read this week’s Retail Pulse to find out.  Read More...

 
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For Credit Unions, Data As Competitive Advantage

 

For credit unions, data offers a way to remain competitive – but that data has to be analyzed effectively. Investing in technology and analytics is crucial to cementing “sticky” relationships with CUs and their members.  Read More...

 
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