MENOMONEE FALLS, Wis.--(BUSINESS WIRE)--Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) today announced omnichannel and digital initiatives to support its commitment to delivering an easy shopping experience. Whether shopping in-store at Kohl’s stores nationwide, online at Kohls.com or at home or on the go on mobile devices, Kohl’s customers will discover new shopping tools including a store mode for Kohl’s mobile app, enhanced mobile payment options like Apple Pay, a seamless omnichannel shopping bag across platforms and Visa Checkout on Kohls.com and on mobile. Kohl’s will also pilot same-day delivery in select markets.
“Kohl’s is committed to providing our customers with an easy, convenient shopping experience in a way that is personalized and engaging – no matter how each customer prefers to shop,” said Kevin Mansell, Kohl’s chairman, chief executive officer and president. “Our digital teams are continually testing new ideas and capabilities to create a world-class omnichannel experience that is seamless across devices. With each evolution, we aim to elevate our offerings for an easy, inspiring shopping experience.”
New digital enhancements that shoppers will see in store include:
- Store Mode for Kohl’s Mobile App: A new store mode for Kohl’s mobile app will provide a more personalized experience and help customers take advantage of Kohl’s incredible savings every time they shop in-store. Customers can opt-in to store mode in the Kohl’s app to search store inventory and find in-store promotions that can be applied to their purchase, like Kohl’s Cash and percent off coupons.
- Enhanced Mobile Payment Options: Beginning this fall, Kohl’s customers will have a new easy, secure and private way to pay in stores with the rollout of Apple Pay, as well as the ability to use Apple Pay within the Kohl’s app. Kohl’s customers will also be able to add their Kohl’s Charge card as a form of payment within Apple Pay. Kohl’s customers will be able to complete purchases easily, quickly and securely across all digital channels with Visa Checkout, which will be available on Kohls.com and mobile devices. Also new this fall, Kohl’s mobile app will feature enhancements to Kohl’s world-class mobile wallet including the option to scan and save Kohl’s gift cards and direct delivery of promotional codes. Customers can continue to browse and shop by category, easily manage and redeem their Yes2You Rewards points and conveniently scan their Kohl’s Cash and savings offers to their mobile wallet to be used in-store at checkout.
Customers will also experience an even more seamless experience between shopping online and shopping in Kohl’s stores, including:
- Omnichannel Shopping Bag: Kohl’s has bridged its digital shopping carts into one virtual shopping bag that can be accessed via smart phone, tablet or desktop. When shopping across devices, customers’ shopping bags will be automatically updated when they log into their Kohl’s account.
- Buy Online, Pick Up in Store Across All Channels: Beginning in late September, customers will be able use their smart phone or tablet to opt to buy items online and pick them up in a Kohl’s store that is convenient to them. The option to buy online and pick up in Kohl’s stores nationwide was previously available on desktop and laptop as part of a nationwide rollout earlier this spring.
- Redesigned Mobile Kohls.com Site and Tablet App: For those who shop Kohls.com on their smart phone browser, Kohl’s will launch a redesigned Kohls.com mobile site that makes it even easier for users to find what they’re looking for, as well as an improved mobile checkout experience. The Kohl’s tablet app will also have an improved look and increased functionality including integration of the Yes2You Rewards loyalty program and access to Kohl’s mobile wallet. Product detail pages and collection pages will also have a new look, allowing customers easier access to the same amazing products and incredible savings from Kohl’s.
Kohl’s is also leveraging innovative technologies to explore new ways to shop Kohl’s, including:
- Same-Day Delivery: Kohl’s is currently testing same-day delivery for online purchases in select markets. Customers in participating stores in the pilot areas can place orders on Kohls.com, or via their smart phone or tablet, select the same-day delivery option and the item will be delivered later that day.
These new tools and capabilities represent the latest offerings from Kohl’s to deliver an easy, omnichannel shopping experience and be world-class in mobile. Since the re-launch of Kohl’s mobile app in fall 2014, the app has seen more than eight million downloads and has gone from a half star rating to a four and a half star rating. Kohl’s also launched an app for Apple Watch earlier this spring, offering easy access to Kohl’s savings offers including Kohl’s coupons, Yes2You Rewards and Kohl’s Cash.
About Kohl’s
Kohl’s (NYSE: KSS) is a leading specialty department store with 1,164 stores in 49 states. With a commitment to inspiring and empowering families to lead fulfilled lives, the company offers amazing national and exclusive brands, incredible savings and inspiring shopping experiences in-store, online at Kohls.com and via mobile devices. Committed to its communities, Kohl’s has raised more than $274 million for children’s initiatives nationwide through its Kohl’s Cares® cause merchandise program, which operates under Kohl's Cares, LLC, a wholly-owned subsidiary of Kohl's Department Stores, Inc. For additional information about Kohl’s philanthropic and environmental initiatives, visit www.Kohls.com/Cares. For a list of store locations and information, or for the added convenience of shopping online, visit www.Kohls.com.
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