Sephora has implemented software from Agilysys and RedIron to turn iPod touches into mobile point-of-sale devices across a number of its stores.

Omaha Steaks’ new commerce-enabled Steak Time application for Apple’s iPad is designed to keep the brand top of mind and influence the purchase decisions of affluent early-adopters.

Utilities giant Pacific Gas and Electric Co. has launched a mobile bill payment application to enhance services for its customers in Northern and Central California with Apple iOS devices.

Citigroup Inc.’s Citibank is placing mobile at the center of its customer engagement strategy, with cost-cutting and revenue-generation significant fringe benefits.

DealBase Corp.’s HotelTonight is offering users of Apple’s iPhone, iPod touch and iPad last-minute, mobile-exclusive deals at various hotels to drive bookings.

Infant and children’s furniture, gear, stroller, toy and clothing retailer Little Artika has mobilized its sales staff and point-of-sale system to help drive more sales and increase its profits.

The Guardian has launched a revamped news application for iPhone and iPod touch that it is monetizing via a partnership with Apple’s iAd network in the United States and subscriptions in the rest of the world.

Mall-based retailer Gloria Jean’s Coffees is driving consumer engagement, brand loyalty and foot traffic with a branded application for Apple’s iPhone and iPod touch.

The Progressive car insurance group is expanding its mobile offerings to meet current customers’ growing demand for information on the go and to engage and attract prospects.

Shopatron’s analysis of multichannel holiday shopping for its 800-plus brand clients found that mobile represented 2 percent of sales in the period from Nov. 17 to Dec. 6.