David Jones has appointed a new director of omnichannel to its leadership ranks as it works to bring bricks-and-mortar and digital experiences closer together.

Managing stakeholder expectations around the artificial intelligence (AI) journey, embracing an iterative approach and building internal capability are key lessons David Jones has learnt after transforming its customer service approach.

Meal kit subscription company, Marley Spoon, has appointed Kate Whitney to chief marketing and growth officer for Marley Spoon Australia.

​BP and David Jones have announced a new partnership that will see the retailer’s ready-made meals and fresh produce available at 10 BP service stations in Sydney and Melbourne.

​David Jones’ drive for its Elizabeth Street store to be a global premier retail destination has been boosted by a new partnership with Disney, and exclusive partnerships with iconic, luxury global brands, Louis Vuitton, Chanel and Gucci.

​David Jones has shaken up its executive leadership team, a move that sees its GM of marketing, financial services and customer insights depart as well as a new group executive of digital come on-board.

David Jones will launch a customer loyalty program as part of a three-pronged strategy to better understand and engage with its customer base.

David Jones has highlighted solid online and store sales growth in its latest financial results and announced new Webstore payment capabilities for its loyalty customers. The positive news comes during an otherwise tumultuous time for the retailer operationally, which has included share-trading controversy, the departure of its board leaders, the resignation of its CEO and news of a failed merger with Myer.

Australian retail giant, David Jones, has merged its customer innovations team with marketing and financial services in a bid to improve customer engagement.