Microsoft Poaches Former Apple Exec for Retail Rollout

Microsoft recently announced they were planning to open up retail stores ala Apple near the latter company's existing locations. Leading the charge is former Wal-Mart merchandising guru David Porter, who was hired on as Redmond's ...READ»

Is Amazon the New Wal-Mart?

Egos at Amazon must be riding high this month. The retailer sold out of its flagship product, the Kindle DX, not once but twice. Then, to cap it all off, this morning investment research and banking firm Cowen and Company called ...READ»

Did Apple Sell a Million iPhone 3G S This Weekend? You Betcha [Update--Confirmed]

Some analysis last week poured cold water on the idea that the new iPhone 3G S would outsell its predecessor on the first weekend, and only make 500,000 sales. We say otherwise, and there's plenty of data around to back that ...READ»

Amazon Plunges Into Private Label Business

Following in the footsteps of its brick-and-mortar brethren, Amazon has quietly moved into the private label business, developing brands for patio furniture, tools, linens and kitchen appliances. But while storefront retailers often ...READ»

How to Beat the Apple Tax

So you're thinking about getting a Mac, but you don't want to pay the "Apple tax" that Microsoft's latest ads are always prattling on about. Here's how. Forget eBay The days of deal-having on eBay are gone, ...READ»

Diversity and the Retail Sector

As an early adopter with regard to formal corporate diversity initiatives, the retail sector used to be considered a high profile innovator and driver of diversity recruitment programs, while supporting the needs of a diverse employee-base. But does that remain the case today? Did the retail sector rest on their laurels following early diversity "wins", only to become less proactive in advocating and innovating in the diversity arena? READ»

iFive: Verizon Wireless Preps Kindle Killer, Mark Cuban Prevents Layoffs, and Frank Gehry Likes Ike in Today's Innovation News

While you were sleeping, innovation had too much to drink and bought a bunch of stuff he didn't need. Here's today's innovation news: 1. Can you read me now? Verizon Wireless CEO Lowell McAdam told attendees at the CTIA ...READ»

Lululemon’s Cult of Selling

Lululemon has created a cult following for its yoga gear. Its secret? The Secret, as well as other controversial self-help classics.READ»

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Big Stretch

Lululemon isn't the only niche retailer trying to break out.READ»

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Think Retail

Jill Lajdziak thinks this recession is her best-ever moment to innovate. Not coincidentally she also thinks retail is a critical point-of-difference for her born-again brand, Saturn.READ»