Tag Archives: merchandising

FaceCake: A Personalized Shopping Experience

Posted on January 24, 2013 by bermanevansretail

A while back, we blogged about Intel’s Magic Mirror. Now, here’s a related new type of technology from FaceCake. FaceCake Marketing Technologies, Inc. has developed a personalized interactive Visual Demonstration System (VDS) that enables shoppers to “manipulate their own images, with … Continue reading →

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The Career Path of Amazon’s Jeff Bezos

Posted on January 23, 2013 by bermanevansretail

The video below highlights the background of Jeff Bezos, Amazon Founder and CEO, and his path from bright college student to an innovator that has redefined the retail industry. Bezos was honored with the National Federation’s Gold Medal Award at … Continue reading →

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Crocs: Retail Innovator of the Year

Posted on January 20, 2013 by bermanevansretail

In 2002, the Crocs shoe/sandal became an overnight phenomen. Few thought the firm would progress beyond fad status. It certainly has. As described by the National Retail Federation: “From innovative sustainability practices that reduce waste to giving back to the … Continue reading →

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