Retail
October 17, 2017
Neiman Marcus' Innovation Lab was created to determine how technology can aid customers. Image credit: Neiman Marcus
By Danny Parisi
NEW YORK – Retailers and brands are hungry for new technology that can help engage customers on their terms, and Neiman Marcus’ Innovation Lab serves as an example of how to do so effectively.
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