Fri.Oct 13, 2023

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Hy-Vee Bolsters Retail Media Strategy with Digital Signage, Dynamic Content

Retail TouchPoints

Hy-Vee is implementing Samsung Ads to support its retail media strategy. Brand marketing teams will now be able reach customers via Samsung Connected TVs, Direct Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising and now, in-store displays. With advanced measurement, targeting and programmatic transactional technology, Samsung and Hy-Vee’s retail media network, RedMedia , will help suppliers and brands reach specific customers across channels, including the retailer’s in-store marketing, loyalty programs and events.

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Exploring Walmart’s eCommerce Ecosystem

Algopix

In the ever-evolving world of eCommerce, Walmart has emerged as a formidable player, rivaling the likes of Amazon and eBay. With its vast reach, millions of loyal customers, and a growing online presence, Walmart’s eCommerce ecosystem presents a lucrative opportunity for sellers. However, navigating this ecosystem can be challenging without the right tools and strategies in place.

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Dollar General Brings Back Former CEO to ‘Restore Stability’

Retail TouchPoints

Dollar General has asked former CEO Todd Vasos to step back into the leadership role. Vasos is replacing Jeff Owen, a 30-year+ Dollar General veteran who was named CEO when Vasos initially retired from the job in July 2022. Vasos remained on the retailer’s board of directors after stepping down. Todd Vasos “The board has tremendous respect for Jeff and greatly appreciates his many contributions to the company, especially during his long tenure leading our retail operations,” said Michael Calbert

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Nearly half of Gen Z will buy holiday gifts on social media, survey finds

RetailDive

Many in the generation expect to spend more than last year and will shop earlier if retailers introduce discounts sooner, according to a Shopify report.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

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.

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8-Second Attention Spans and Short Videos: The Future of Video-First Marketing

Retail TouchPoints

The average American adult’s attention span is a staggering 8.25 seconds. In an era of goldfish-esque attention spans, short videos have emerged as a powerful marketing tool. These concise visual stories, typically under a minute long, have become a part of our daily lives and are now an essential means for businesses to connect with their audiences.

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Prime Big Deal Days beat last year’s fall sale, Amazon says

RetailDive

The e-commerce giant said hundreds of millions of items sold but didn't disclose exactly how much consumers spent during the event.

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Dollar General CEO out after less than a year

RetailDive

The discount retailer said it brought back former CEO Todd Vasos to replace Jeff Owen “to restore stability and confidence” in the company.

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Sorel Paints Brooklyn Orange with New Pop-Up

Retail TouchPoints

Footwear brand Sorel has collaborated with MG2 and The Lionesque Group on a Brooklyn-based pop-up to celebrate the 50th anniversary of its. The anniversary celebration coincides with the release of a celebrity design collaboration with musician and actress Chloe Bailey. The 950-square-foot store, open through Oct. 22, 2023, is engulfed in 25 gallons of Optimized Orange paint, 650 feet of printed vinyl and custom display fixtures and lighting.

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Retail conferences to watch in 2024

RetailDive

Next year’s conferences and expo dates and locations have already been released. The events will connect retail executives, technology, supply chain providers, investors and other industry players.

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Pet Supplies Plus Debuts Recycling Stations Chainwide

Retail TouchPoints

Pet Supplies Plus and sister retailer Wag N’ Wash have introduced in-store recycling stations for pet food packaging chainwide. Customers can drop off any brand of eligible empty plastic pet food and treat bags in designated bins, with the collected waste sent to TerraCycle to be cleaned, sorted and reduced into material that can be remolded to make new recycled products.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

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.

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Party City emerges from bankruptcy, CEO to exit

RetailDive

Brad Weston will step down from the top executive role, while current Chief Commercial Officer Sean Thompson will become the company’s interim.

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Netflix Plans Permanent Brick-and-Mortar Locations Beginning in 2025

Retail TouchPoints

Netflix is reportedly planning to open permanent brick-and-mortar stores, beginning in 2025 with two in the U.S. followed by a global rollout, according to Bloomberg. Dubbed “Netflix House,” the stores will offer dining, live experiences and retail options related to the streaming service’s shows, including a Squid Game -themed obstacle course. The stores will have rotating installations, including ticketed shows inspired by popular series, and restaurants featuring food from its unscripted show

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Arc’teryx Expands Retail Presence in Covent Garden with New Flagship Store

365 Retail

Shaftesbury Capital has confirmed that Arc’teryx , the outdoor apparel and accessories brand from Canada, is set to expand its retail space in Covent Garden with a new flagship store at 42 King Street. This development underscores the brand’s ongoing success and commitment to the area, further enhancing Covent Garden’s reputation as a hub for premium retailers.

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Walmart app to bring virtual makeup try-on to customers

RetailDive

The AR-powered technology by Perfect Corp. will allow users to try on blush, lip color, eyeshadow and bronzer.

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The Future of Multi-Vendor Commerce

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.

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Prime Day October 2023: Amazon category winners

Profitero

Whilst we assess the official global sales figures to find out if this was a record-breaking Prime Day or not, one thing's for certain: inflation is still top of mind for consumers. Will the deals be good enough to tempt shoppers to kick start their gift buying or - as suggested in a recent Reuters article - will "savvy" consumers wait until Black Friday to buy their big ticket items?

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The Weekly Closeout: Nordstrom names HR chief and M&Ms wants to save the day this Halloween

RetailDive

Lisa Price returned to the department store, while the candy brand partnered with Gopuff to deliver last-minute treats on the holiday.

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Value Chain Technology Coming to Seattle March 25

RIS News

Being held from March 25-27. Join us for a three-day experience focusing on the tools and strategies to transform an organization's supply chain from a cost center into the backbone of value creation.

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Boll & Branch expands into furniture

RetailDive

The bedding brand has launched a collection that includes beds, benches, dressers, nightstands and hand-tufted rugs.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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New design and push for Maryland

TalkingRetail

Fox’s Burton’s Companies invests in a new marketing campaign to support new look for Maryland. With the support of a multi-million-pound 360 campaign, Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC UK) is debuting a brand-new look for minis brand, Maryland, to help retailers unlock and grow their ‘Sweet Biscuits” sales. The new packaging will spotlight the flavour variant.

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Olaplex appoints new CEO amid ‘reset year’

RetailDive

The prestige hair care brand is bringing on Supergoop's Amanda Baldwin for the position, after JuE Wong’s exit.

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KP Nuts celebrates 70th with retailer giveaway

TalkingRetail

KP Snacks has announced the launch of its biggest-ever retailer giveaway with a £70,000 fund to celebrate 70 years of KP. The £70,000 giveaway offers retailers the chance to win one of 70 £700 cash prizes, plus 160 £70 stock vouchers. Running for eight weeks from 8th October in the UK and Northern Ireland, retailers will.

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Leveraging CX to Enhance Marketing Automation in the Insurance Sector

Digital Doughnut

In today’s competitive insurance industry, the integration of marketing automation and customer experience (CX) insights is key. Modern consumers desire personalised interactions, no longer viewing insurance products as simple commodities. By merging marketing automation with CX, companies can offer unparalleled personalisation, targeting potential customers with bespoke content and promotions based on their online behaviours.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Anti food waste platform Gander issues World Food Day plea

TalkingRetail

World first anti food waste technology platform, Gander, is calling on people across the UK to join the fight against food waste this World Food Day. An international day of action against hunger, this year’s event, which occurs on 16 October, is themed, ‘Grow, Nourish, Sustain. Together’. The global annual event is intended to commemorate.

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7 Techniques To Reduce Turnover In Your Retail Business (Without Spending a Lot of Money)

RetailMinded

There’s no question that one of the biggest challenges in retail is employee turnover. If you’re suffering from high levels of churn, you need to take action, rather than being in a constant cycle of having to find new team members to replace outgoing staff. To that end, here are some easy-to-implement and budget-friendly techniques that have proven effective in retaining staff.

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Forecourt retailers continue to invest in services and tech for customers

TalkingRetail

The 2023 Forecourt Report, published by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS), has highlighted the challenges and future opportunities for forecourt convenience retailers amid a changing fuel and vehicle market. This year’s Forecourt Report shows the continued investment that forecourt retailers are making in improving the breadth and depth of services that they offer to.

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Navigating the Marketing Landscape in 2023: 9 Trends You Can't Ignore

Digital Doughnut

In this blog post, we'll dive deep into nine key marketing trends that are set to dominate 2023. From the tantalizing possibilities of the metaverse to the ethical considerations of data privacy, we'll explore how these trends are reshaping the way brands engage with their audiences, promote their products, and build lasting connections.

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The B2B Digital Commerce Playbook for Manufacturers

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.

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Retail body responds to government options for further vape and tobacco restrictions

TalkingRetail

The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has commented on the Department of Health & Social Care’s announcement of a new consultation on ‘Creating a smokefree generation and tackling youth vaping’. ACS chief executive James Lowman said: “The convenience sector has a proud record on preventing under age purchases, and we will need support from the.

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Retail Design Trends: Crafting Tomorrow’s Shopping Experience

Korona

Keep your business and brand up to date and competitive. Check out these retail design trends to craft tomorrows shopping experience.

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Centra partners with Snappy Shopper for new home delivery app in Ireland

TalkingRetail

Snappy Group, the technology business behind Snappy Shopper, the fast-growing grocery and convenience store delivery app, has announced a new overseas strategic partnership.

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LVMH Reports Slowed Growth in Third Quarter Amidst Shifting Luxury Consumer Trends

RetailWire

Luxury conglomerate LVMH, though still boasting impressive organic growth for the year, faced a notable slowdown in the third quarter, with organic growth

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.