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Why Beauty Needs An OpenTable Platform
 

Before Melody McCloskey founded StyleSeat in 2011, she spent a few years talking herself out of the endeavor, and then her first year or two in the market having others try to talk her out of it. But persistence paid off, she told PYMNTS — and StyleSeat is now a go-to tool for women who want to book a hairdresser, and for hairdressers who want to professionalize their micro-businesses.

 
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How Airport Accommodations Tap Into Mobile Technology (And Sleep)
 

Hospitality firms are bringing rooms into airport terminals across the country, where tired travelers can nap — and are encouraging travelers to book their stays with the help of mobile apps. Minute Suites Co-founder and Director Daniel Solomon explains how his mobile reservation system works — and how the company’s suites are designed for the needs of travelers seeking rest on-the-go.  Read More...

 
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Kohl’s Redoubles Omnichannel Efforts Amid Rise In Digital Sales
 

Kohl’s Corporation beat earnings expectations for Q4 2018 — and reported double-digit growth for digital sales. Management said the company plans to grow its digital efforts such as its mobile app and its buy-online-pickup-in-store (BOPUS) offering — and still sees brick-and-mortar stores as a key pillar of the department store retailer’s omnichannel strategy.  Read More...

 
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Balancing Expectations With Consumer Authentication
 

Consumers need to verify their identities when logging into their online accounts, but companies in the financial, eCommerce and healthcare spaces have to be mindful of their expectations. Users might worry about their data if the process is too lax, but might become frustrated with a flow that is too cumbersome. How can providers of online accounts strike a balance with consumer authentication?  Read More...

 
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