Baby Boomers Embrace Digital Platforms
Older shoppers redefining influencer marketing approaches
Technology
Explore how emerging technologies—from AI and big data to fintech and smart retail tools—are redefining global commerce. Doing Business in Bentonville delivers expert insights into innovations like electronic shelf labels, conversational AI, 3D printing, and dynamic personalization that are reshaping how retailers connect with consumers, optimize operations, and stay competitive in a digital-first economy.
Ep. 98 - Every Brand Deserves Its Day: How Data and AI Are Democratizing Digital Marketing
Discover how small and mid-sized brands can compete with marketing giants using data, AI, and retail media. Shaun Brown of BirdDog shares insights on democratizing digital marketing, maximizing 1P data, and winning with smarter strategies—not bigger budgets.
Retail Media Networks Entering Regional, Specialty Markets
RMN model proving scalable, adaptable
Walmart Reimagines Beauty Counters
Tech, customer touchpoint update cosmetic sales concept
Sam’s Club Eliminates Traditional Checkouts
One-third of members already use the Scan & Go technology
Renovation: A Redesign for Home Improvement Chains
Strategic acquisitions, digital innovations aimed at capturing professional contractors, tech-savvy consumers
Opinion: AI Agents Are Reshaping the Funnel
What it means for demand generation and capture
Retail Rundown: This Week at Doing Business in Bentonville
What you may have missed from DBB this week
Retail’s Next Big Bet: Why Gen Alpha Deserves Your Attention Now
Gen Alpha - tomorrow’s consumers, today’s influencers
Ep. 95 - Gen Alpha: Retail's Digital Native Future
Breaking down the preferences and power of younger consumers
Unlocked: The Rise of Locker Delivery Systems
US adoption increasing, but Europe, Asia leading the trend.
How Walmart is Setting the Standard for AI Ethics
Scott examines Walmart's Responsible AI Pledge
Retail Media Networks Expanding into Mid-Size Chains
Regional, specialty retailers embracing tech