CFIC members have FREE access to a series of webinars designed with retailers in mind on core business principles while also providing practical tips and new ideas you can implement in your store. The first one of this year is…
Nearly every day, flooding happens somewhere in the United States or its territories. Flooding can occur in any of the fifty states or U.S. territories at any time of the year. It causes more damage in the United States than…
NRF told Congress this week that the key to stopping criminal hackers from stealing credit card numbers is to make it difficult to profit from stolen data. Hard-to-counterfeit PIN and Chip cards -- already used in Europe -- are part…
Retailers are working to solve the logistical issues raised by same-day delivery, with local distribution networks key to success, Robert Carr writes. "Solutions will likely include two different types of new distribution centers -- mega-properties that can handle one million…
While many categories thrive online, shoppers still love shopping for apparel in stores, where they can touch and try on clothes. In Seattle, former Amazon executive Nadia Shouraboura is bringing her online retail savvy to Hointer, blending the best of…
On February 24, CFIC and Mack McLamb, owner of Carlie C's IGA were invited to the House Committee to discuss the road blocks in operating businesses in food deserts. Mr. McLamb recently opened a Carlie C's IGA in Southeast Raleigh.
Raleigh, NC (January 27, 2014) - Retail sales were higher than expected for December, and the outlook for 2014 is optimistic. In fact, local economists estimate between 2.5 and 2.8 million U.S. jobs will be created this year. In North…