Forrester eCommerce
MAY 3, 2024
We’re excited to announce that we’ve finalized our selections for Forrester’s top emerging technologies for 2024. We’ll spotlight the top 10 emerging technologies in our main report that will publish in late June. And then we’ll release a report in July on technologies 11-20.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 1, 2024
Retail is in the midst of a significant transformation. With ecommerce reshaping the landscape, physical stores have a unique opportunity to borrow a few strategies from tourist destinations and become experiences beyond the mundanity of walking up and down aisles. Over half of U.S. brands plan to increase investments in immersive technologies — think interactive displays for increased visual impact, carefully curated playlists and thoughtfully crafted scents that tap into nostalgia.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Groove
MAY 7, 2024
Podcast : Download | Subscribe : Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Meeting Tom McManus of KegWorks.com In this engaging podcast episode, Tom McManus, CEO of KegWorks, shares the journey of his business from a specialized eCommerce store to a prominent leader in architectural metalwork for the hospitality industry. Celebrating over 26 years in business, McManus discusses the strategic shift from offering a wide range of products to focusing on high-margin, specialized items like bar foot
Fastr
MAY 2, 2024
Although we'd argue there is no such thing as a perfect experiment nor a perfect experiment formula (we aren't big supporters of one-size-fits-all templates), we do emphasize the importance of smart testing – fuelled by curiosity, powered by flexibility, aligned for learning, and set up for scalability.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell
Brands used to look for a vendor who could do everything. Over time, one vendor was no longer enough to meet a brand’s needs, and they added, added and added. Now they need all their vendors to work well together. That’s composable, and only some will make the cut. As customers — and your board — expect you to be in new channels and to rapidly adapt to shifts in the market, the need for true composability is more crucial than ever before.
Canonicalized
MAY 1, 2024
This week, at the Tableau Conference 2024, I had the privilege of sharing insights about the dynamic world of mobile dashboards (twice). For those who couldn’t make it fear not! I’ve compiled the essence of the session into this blog post, including a recording of the presentation itself. In the session titled “Mobilize Your Data,” […] The post Mobilize Your Data: Creating Mobile-Friendly Dashboards in Tableau appeared first on Canonicalized.
RetailDive
MAY 1, 2024
The retailer listed products as being made in the United States when they were manufactured abroad, and will pay a "record" civil penalty.
Online Retail Today brings together the best content for online retail professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
|
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
In a pharmacy in Seattle, when the temperature in its drug storage refrigerator falls below protocols, an automated alert warns the store manager before temperature-critical medicines spoil. In a clothing store in Phoenix, the AC automatically adjusts to keep customers comfortable and lingering longer, happily trying on sweaters in the store’s new fall collection despite the blistering 100-degree late-summer day.
RetailWire
MAY 3, 2024
Sony Pictures and Apollo Global Management have sent a letter to the Paramount Global board showing their interest in buying the company for around $26 billion.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Enabling memory in ChatGPT facilitates personalized responses. The related "temporary chats" option is handy for privacy. The post Using ChatGPT’s Memory Feature appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
365 Retail
MAY 1, 2024
Shaftesbury Capital has unveiled plans for a new pop-up store in Soho for LABRUM, the British African menswear brand that gained attention at London Fashion Week in February. LABRUM is set to occupy an 800 sq ft space at 35 Marshall Street, marking its inclusion in one of the UK’s most renowned neighbourhoods. 2023 marks a significant milestone for LABRUM , celebrating its 10th anniversary and building on the momentum from receiving last year’s Queen Elizabeth II Award for British Design.
Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
RetailDive
MAY 3, 2024
The clean skin care brand said it will shutter its website on May 31, while the beauty brand’s chairperson, Reinold Geiger, launched a buyout bid.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Now that The Forrester Wave™: Commerce Solutions for B2B, Q2 2024 is released, I can share an update of my perspective on The MACH Alliance.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
NBCUniversal and Instacart are expanding their existing partnership to include a new retail media workstream that will enable Instacart’s CPG advertisers to connect with consumers via NBCU’s streaming and linear television content. In late 2023, the companies teamed up to include access to NBCU’s streaming platform Peacock as part of the Instacart+ membership package.
RetailWire
MAY 5, 2024
Apple's Vision Pro headset, a mixed-reality spatial computing device, has found its way into the arsenals of more than half of the Fortune 100 companies, with over 50% investing in at least one unit. This revelation came during Apple's first quarter 2024 earnings call, where CEO Tim Cook highlighted the enthusiastic reception of their products within the corporate sector.
Advertisement
Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 3, 2024
Before Shopify, YouTube, and Facebook, there was OverstockArt. David Sasson launched the company on the Yahoo Store platform in 2002. The post OverstockArt Founder Thrives 22 Years On appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
Wiser
MAY 7, 2024
Pernod Ricard’s reputation for crafting exceptional brands is unparalleled. However, like many in the spirits industry, they faced significant hurdles in ensuring effective in-store execution , especially for promotions in secondary locations. The primary obstacle was the lack of visibility at the point of sale and the absence of real-time data to guide adjustments during the promotional period.
RetailDive
MAY 1, 2024
The e-commerce giant’s third-party services, advertising, subscriptions and cloud unit generated double-digit revenue increases in the period.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 7, 2024
AppGen platforms will integrate the steps of software analysis, development, security, testing, and delivery by providing TuringBots for both low-code and high-code development spanning every step — all while incorporating the principles of agile and DevOps along the way.
Advertisement
In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 1, 2024
Popular shopping app Shein has expanded its partnership with Forever 21 to allow its customers to return orders at Forever 21’s more than 300 U.S. stores, powered by Happy Returns. Last fall Shein and Forever 21, which is owned by brand management firm Authentic Brands Group , announced a joint venture that has included the sale of Forever 21 gear on Shein, and Shein pop-ups at Forever 21 stores.
MakeWebBetter
MAY 7, 2024
With loads of marketing emails, launching lead-generation campaigns, and engaging in numerous customer interactions — are you just throwing things your customers’s way? Despite these best-of-the-best eCommerce marketing strategies, are you lacking? Here, a core marketing system is an insufficiency in your BigCommerce marketing strategy that needs to be attended to.
Salsify
MAY 7, 2024
Consumers are increasingly looking for brands that resonate with their interests and tastes. For example, aesthetics labeled “eclectic grandpa” (the name speaks for itself) and “tomato girl” (Mediterranean-summer inspired) spark the interest of TikTokers who then find ways to integrate them into their lifestyles.
RetailWire
MAY 2, 2024
In acknowledgment of the tireless contributions of healthcare workers, Chipotle Mexican Grill has announced a notable gesture of appreciation: the distribution of 100,000 free burrito e-cards.
Advertisement
In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
In addition to education and funding, “The Workshop at Macy’s” provides various opportunities to sell via the department store.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 1, 2024
Nearly two-thirds of marketing leaders say that they don’t believe their measurement and analytics are well aligned with organizational objectives. A continued focus on marketing sourcing is emblematic of the problem.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 2, 2024
Following its acquisition of Zulily and the revival of Overstock.com , Beyond, Inc. is shoring up its executive team with a slate of eight high-level appointments across its business. “The most important part of building a long-term, profitable, growing business is putting the right players on the field,” said Marcus Lemonis, newly appointed Executive Chairman of Beyond, Inc. in a statement.
Wiser
MAY 6, 2024
In the fast-paced retail industry, strategic assortment optimization is essential for maintaining relevance and profitability. Retailers are constantly required to adjust to changing market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive dynamics. Although price intelligence is important, the true foundation of retail success lies in effectively curating a product assortment.
Advertisement
The linear flow of make > use > dispose is unsustainable. Not only is it at odds with the realities of modern society, but it also fails to meet evolving demands from consumers and regulators. Linear is out. Circular is in. Going circular is not an overnight switch. It requires forward planning and data-driven decision-making. In this ebook, you’ll see how the right technology can help brands and manufacturers secure the product data governance they need to power this circular transition.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 5, 2024
Much of digital advertising will change when Chrome eliminates third-party cookies. Thus the fear. The post Google’s Cookie Delay Reveals Industry Fears appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailWire
MAY 2, 2024
Snapchat has introduced a range of new augmented reality (AR) and machine learning (ML) tools created to assist brands and advertisers in engaging with users on the social platform through interactivity.
RetailDive
MAY 3, 2024
The apparel retailer massively downsized as it emerged from Chapter 11 in 2017. This time more than 540 stores will close for good.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 7, 2024
AI — a catchword and momentous concept — is all-consuming. It demands nearly as much energy as Argentina uses in a year, is the obsession of practically every marketer I meet, and is invoked breathlessly by those who have the most to gain and lose from it.
Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence
In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
412 
Let's personalize your content