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Who is getting mobile customer service right?

February 10, 2012

Customer service is the centerpiece of retailers’ strategy, and they need to keep in mind that when it comes to mobile, consumers still expect the same level of customer service that they can get in-store or online.


Visa strengthens mcommerce reach via suite of mobile services

February 10, 2012

Visa Inc. has rolled out a suite of new mobile services that lets financial institutions offer their account holders the ability to monitor account history and balances.

DSW aims to increase shoe sales via QR code initiative

February 10, 2012

DSW is placing QR codes on its static magazine ads that lead consumers to the company’s commerce-enabled site where they can shop the latest looks.

Will Bango help Facebook monetize its 60 million-plus mobile app users?

February 10, 2012

With more than 60 million mobile app users, Facebook could be looking to a new agreement with Bango to introduce carrier billing as a way to monetize mobile.

Peapod, P&G tap mobile to simplify grocery shopping for commuters

February 10, 2012

Internet grocer Peapod, Coca-Cola and Procter & Gamble’s Charmin are giving smartphone owners in Philadelphia another way to shop for groceries while they commute to work.

Holly Hunt ups customer-client interaction with mobile connectivity – Luxury Daily

February 10, 2012

Luxury Daily today – Holly Hunt ups customer-client interaction with mobile connectivity; Gucci leads luxury industry with shoppable video strategy.

Uptick in mobile ads gives rise to exchange-traded media: panel

February 10, 2012

NEW YORK – As mobile rich media placement grows, so does the volume of data, giving rise to mobile ad exchanges that offer a real-time bidding environment.

Staples leads the way with new tablet-optimized experience

February 9, 2012

Office supplies retailer Staples launched a tablet-optimized site this week to provide a rich browser-based experience for shoppers.

Mobile traffic to Rockport.com has grown 76pc in past year

February 9, 2012

Adidas-owned Rockport.com’s traffic from mobile devices has grown 75.8 percent in the past year, proving that consumers are increasingly turning to their smartphones to browse and shop.

Goodyear rolls into mobile with optimized site

February 9, 2012

With more customers coming to its desktop site from mobile devices, Goodyear Tire & Rubber Co. has launched its first consumer-facing mobile site to make it easy for customers to shop for tires.