Apple Loses One Of Its Key Retail Innovators

Jony Ive, Apple’s chief design officer, is leaving the company. The departure underscores how certain people can drive much of the innovation in global commerce and payments. Now comes the question of how Apple will deal with Ive’s absence — and whether the company can gain a step after he is gone.  Read More...

Amazon is working with brick-and-mortar retailers to serve as pickup locations for its customers, while some Sam’s Club shoppers who use Instacart can now receive same-day delivery of alcohol. How could Amazon’s move benefit Rite Aid, and how does Sam’s Club’s delivery offering verify customer ages? Read this week’s Retail Pulse to find out.  Read More...

Banking done in bits and bytes is gaining traction, especially across devices like phones and tablets. It’s gaining top of mind and widespread use among apps – especially among younger, tech-savvy users. The data shows that when it comes to consumer banking, mobile makes all the difference, especially among millennials.  Read More...