PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 8, 2019

The rise of unattended retail – from yesterday’s vending machines full of candy and soda to today’s upscale self-service conduits where one can get kiosk champagne at a hotel (it’s true!) – all started with digital payments. That growth came as vending and unattended retail firms struggled to compete with big-box retailers.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 27, 2019

Brick-and-mortar retailers are expanding their efforts to provide customers with health and wellness services while taking steps to train their employees for healthcare roles. said in the announcement about the offering, “Walmart aims to be the market leader in providing retail workers a path to careers in growing fields like healthcare.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 22, 2020

Rosenberg got the idea during a visit to his daughter’s college dorm at Michigan State in 2016. “I The company’s primary marketing is through word-of-mouth activities: PR, influencers, sampling and very targeted Facebook and Instagram campaigns. Rosenberg’s total marketing spend since The Edge’s inception is under $100,000.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 7, 2019

“Last October, Kroger introduced Home Chef retail meal kits, and we’re now expanding to add the easy-to-prepare recipes to hundreds of new locations, providing convenient access to the meal solution at more than 700 stores. .”

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 24, 2020

There are another 120 workers slated to be let go in Michigan. “We Yet, in a competitive market, pay may matter. The Seattle Times reported that a Bear Down Logistics driver in Michigan makes $15 an hour, while UPS pays about $20 an hour in the same region for the same work.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 23, 2018

It is unsurprising, then, that digital coupons have been on the march of late, and all across the retail environment. SpartanNash is likely not familiar to those who grocery shop outside of Michigan and the upper Midwest, since that is the region to which the chain is confined. How does a small chain keep up.?

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PYMNTS

JUNE 24, 2016

But Facebook got the jump on the news cycle this week with the big news that it was opening up Facebook Canvas for retailers and other marketers on the site, as opposed to just advertis e rs. So, providing retailers with a new storefront in an ecosystem of 1.5 Online lending . billion people a month who visit it.

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PYMNTS

JULY 16, 2020

The Ann Arbor, Michigan-based company’s strong growth amid the coronavirus crisis has been aided by its push into online and mobile ordering. Temporary closures due to coronavirus restrictions are also down from a peak of 2,400 earlier this spring, having fallen to 600 in markets outside the U.S., and revenue of $915 million.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 4, 2020

Online sales were up 108 percent during the quarter. In late October , Cincinnati-based Kroger announced its “Restock Kroger” program — which aims to improve shipping, distribution and the links between its online and offline businesses — would be a major boost for shareholders. billion since March.”. "As 3) press release.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 26, 2020

The resale market is turning out to be one of the hottest trends of the young new year. After Nordstrom and Macy’s recently launched high-end resale retail platforms, Gap has now joined them. And lest you think it’s a bit of desperation move for struggling retailers, guess again. The overall resale market in the U.S.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 16, 2017

According to the report, Amazon also rolled out a dedicated store for online smart home devices in Canada , where consumers can get access to Amazon Prime Music. retailers, they can now obtain them domestically. Amazon is also selling the Plus for $169.99 in Canada, reduced from the normal price of $199.99.

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PYMNTS

NOVEMBER 15, 2018

Take Holland Eats , which caters to 30,000 residents in Holland, Michigan. The app comes as the online food delivery market is booming. For the first time, digital orders outpaced phone orders, which stood at 5 percent, showing that food delivery services are joining established players in what appears to be a growing market.

Michigan 155

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PYMNTS

JANUARY 21, 2020

Diners will place orders via third-party online food delivery platforms, phone or the restaurant’s website. The new law would require most retail outlets to accept physical currency. DoorDash commands 35 percent of the third-party delivery market. Based in Detroit, Michigan, Little Caesars has stores in all 50 U.S.

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PYMNTS

DECEMBER 31, 2019

A little more than a year ago, PYMNTS started tracking the race for the consumer’s whole paycheck between the two retail behemoths that have been expanding their respective ecosystems in the process: Amazon and Walmart. percent of consumer retail spending in the U.S., percent of consumer retail spending in the U.S., population.

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PYMNTS

APRIL 19, 2018

Standing one’s ground in an Amazon -dominated retail market doesn’t happen by accident. The retailer has announced that it will be adding more than 1,000 new employees to its technology teams this year, increasing the size of its tech department by more than a third.

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PYMNTS

AUGUST 17, 2018

After what feels like years writing about the ongoing retail apocalypse, it is just a touch surprising to see retail do so well this week — especially physical retail. But, much like the the dog days of summer, physical retail has been undeniably on fire as earnings results have started to roll in.

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Gonzobanker

AUGUST 10, 2023

April Clobes , CEO of Michigan State University Federal Credit Union , has made it mandatory for activities involving the “four C’s” – Coach, Collaborate, Create, Connect (culture activities) – to be done in person. 2022 Workplace Culture Report found a big disconnect in how employees value online training and virtual meetings.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 19, 2016

It was less than a year ago — February, to be precise — that Google appeared as the latest player in an increasingly crowded food delivery market that was intent to make a move on grocery. markets up and into effect in Target’s home market of Minneapolis. That can’t always be other retailers’ business model.”.

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PYMNTS

FEBRUARY 13, 2019

In April of 2017, Red Robin launched its order-ahead feature , which allowed consumers to order online and select a pick-up time at a local location. A customer who is ordering online probably isn’t in the market for a sit-down meal – and not offering them an easy way to order and go is an easy way to send them to another merchant.

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Gonzobanker

MAY 12, 2020

Another take: “Despite all the ways to conduct transactions – online, ATM, contact center – we still saw some very long lines in our drive-ups (especially when EIP payments were sent). Pre-COVID, most FIs opened approximately 10% of their accounts via the online channel, with the other 90% still being opened in branches.

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PYMNTS

JULY 13, 2017

It delivers to homes and businesses in 24 metro markets and has more than 200 pickup locations. The beauty of online grocery shopping is that you can add to your order throughout the week and at the very moment you remember that you need something,” said Cat de Merode, Peapod’s vice president of product.

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NCR

DECEMBER 1, 2017

In an article for American Banker , titled ‘Don’t let community banking go from endangered to extinct’, Stephen Lange Ranzini, CEO and president of University Bancorp in Ann Arbor, Michigan, highlighted the need to “radically rethink” the regulatory approach to the community banking and credit union industry.

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CB Insights

JULY 16, 2017

Allianz-backed Simplesurance , which offers point-of-sale insurance policies via online retailers’ websites, partnered with Munich Re Digital Partners in October 2016 to jointly develop new insurance products. Number of investments: 3. Stated investment focus: N/A. Liberty Mutual Strategic Ventures. in funding.

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NCR

SEPTEMBER 12, 2016

Data from payment processor TSYS has shown that, in the US last year, debit and credit cards were the most popular options for everyday purchases and online shopping, but cash was top for low-value transactions. This is more likely if you spend a lot of time shopping at outdoor markets or small, independent stores.

Michigan 40

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PYMNTS

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Commerce Department showed retail sales in the country were down 30 basis points last month. More ominously, online retail sales were down by 30 basis points — and online, of course, is where the sales have gone as brick-and-mortar stores continue to shutter. As reported Wednesday (Oct. 16), data from the U.S.

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CB Insights

DECEMBER 11, 2018

The graphic below shows private market deals only. Pursuing the opportunity in aftermarket auto parts retail. Amazon focuses on autonomous logistics, aftermarket parts retail . Amazon’s emphasis on price and convenience has enabled its rapid domination of online retail. Green lines represent investments.

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Perficient

MAY 21, 2021

Deepti Dhar’s Bright Paths Project: Welcome to Stock Market. Deepti graduated with a Bachelor’s degree and diploma in Business Administration with a specialization in Marketing and worked as a Relationship Banker and as a Marketing Coordinator for the banking industry. Bright Paths Project: Welcome to Stock Market.

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Independent Banker

JUNE 30, 2022

According to the 2022 Home Buyers and Sellers Generational Trends Report published by the NAR, there are some clear generational trends in the homebuying market. Younger millennials and Gen Z buyers—those born after 1980—represent 45% of the total homebuyer market. So how can community banks help? Click to enlarge.

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Fintech Labs Insights

APRIL 30, 2015

Online auto insurance comparison site. Online & mobile payment solutions in Southeast Asia. Online real estate investment platform. HQ: Grand Rapids, Michigan. Tags: Payroll, unbanked, Egypt (initial market), Barclays (holds funds), debit cards, Visa, payments. Total raised: $61.7 Source: Finovate.

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William Mills

SEPTEMBER 9, 2016

Targeted at Marketing, execs, lines of business owners, etc. 2015 formed aspire to address inefficiencies in alternative lending market. Working for the past 6 years with many banks to design their online experience. Showing two different types of customers and how one person sees his online experience. It’s pretty cool.

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Gonzobanker

DECEMBER 20, 2019

The company’s market capitalization, which after declining to less than $600 million in the 2009 recession, has now grown to almost $3 billion. This was a terrific combination of two education-focused cooperatives across both Southern and Northern California markets. So many miles to go, retail bankers! ConnectOne Bancorp, Inc.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 14, 2017

Alibaba.com, the online wholesale platform owned by China-based Alibaba Group , announced Wednesday (Sept. An additional highlight of Super September is that it features suppliers offering Trade Assurance, the online cross-border trade protection solution helping create trust between suppliers and buyers.

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Gonzobanker

JUNE 26, 2019

The contact center has been rapidly gaining popularity for CRM platforms in retail-oriented credit unions. Lake Michigan Credit Union tackled the notorious “next best product” challenge by incorporating member data and overlaying organizational priorities. Digital & Marketing. CRM Use Cases That Deliver Value.

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CB Insights

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Store brands from retailers were seen as down-budget choices. Target’s Cat & Jack kids’ line has delivered double-digit results since its 2016 launch, even as traditional retailers struggle to stay afloat. Clothing: how retailers are attempting to escape the industry apocalypse by introducing store brands.

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PYMNTS

MAY 8, 2020

“This is just speeding up the significant change the retail industry was already undergoing,” McMillon said. If these allegations are true, then Amazon exploited its role as the largest online marketplace in the U.S. And speaking of preferring to do things quietly, but in an uplifting way….

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NCR

JUNE 2, 2016

Once the card and PIN data has been captured, they can either make counterfeit cards or use the information online for card not present fraud. POS machines that use this technology are already deployed in some markets, and it is also working its way into ATMs. A growing problem in the US.

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PYMNTS

SEPTEMBER 3, 2019

Now that summer is unofficially over comes the really interesting part of the year for retailers — the march toward the holiday shopping season. For starters, consider voice-assisted retail, and Google and Amazon. market, compared to 4,253 Google Assistant Actions. And the trends that promise to shape that season are emerging.

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