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8 Quick Tips: Optimizing SEO for Product Pages | Salsify

Salsify

Here are eight quick tips for performance-driving SEO for product pages.

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Caution And Lack Of Understanding Steer UK Consumer Attitudes Towards Generative AI

Forrester eCommerce

As the EU grinds the gears into action on the AI Act, the UK and US recently announced a “landmark agreement” on AI testing that broadly glosses over the lack of any firm governmental action in either country (other than executive orders and some Bletchley Park posturing last year). But do UK consumers care?

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Simon Adds VIP Suite to Kick Off Woodbury Common Expansion

Retail TouchPoints

Mall operator Simon revealed big plans to expand its Woodbury Common Premium Outlet center in Fall 2023, including the addition of 155,000 square feet of retail stores and restaurants, a 200 -key luxury hotel, a second parking facility and upgraded amenities. To cement the center’s image as a luxury destination, the first enhancement will be a VIP Suite featuring multiple private spaces with their own dressing rooms, an upscale lounge area and a private kitchen.

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Net Neutrality – Here We Go Again  

Forrester eCommerce

Fellow Americans, the FCC has re-instated the regulations known as Net Neutrality repealed 7 years ago. This move continues to be a magnet for political debate by those on both extremes. Our message hasn’t changed: Ignore those people. They are only wasting your time.

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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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TelevisaUnivision to Debut Shoppable TV Experience at Latin American Music Awards

Retail TouchPoints

Spanish-language media and content company TelevisaUnivision has partnered with Shopsense AI to make some of its programming, on both linear and streaming platforms, shoppable. Using onscreen QR codes and dedicated URLs, the Shopsense technology makes onscreen content shoppable via mobile devices by directing viewers to a show-specific digital store.

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Generative KI wird Jobs im Frontline-B2B-Marketing verdrängen – sind Sie darauf vorbereitet?

Forrester eCommerce

Führungskräfte im B2B-Marketing müssen mit dem Potenzial von KI rechnen, bestimmte Mitarbeiterzahlen, Rollen, Verantwortlichkeiten und Aktivitäten zu ersetzen.

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KI mit Selbsterkenntnis ist da – nur nicht so, wie Sie es sich vorgestellt haben

Forrester eCommerce

Generative KI bietet risikobewussten CX-Führungskräften eine enorme Chance, das Kundenerlebnis zu verbessern und Arbeitsabläufe zu optimieren.

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Best Buy Partners with Content-Rich CNET to Share Ads and Expertise

Retail TouchPoints

Best Buy and media site CNET will work together to provide shoppers with experts’ picks and product reviews throughout their purchasing journey. The retailer and tech publisher’s new partnership also will allow advertisers to share ad spaces across both ecosystems, allowing them to see the impact of their campaigns through a full-funnel, closed-loop media solution.

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FastSpring and EBANX Forge Partnership to Expand Pix Payments for Digital Products in Brazil

FastSpring

Through the integration, the companies aim to provide the best payment experience to Brazilian clients through local payments via the fast-growing and highly adopted Pix CURITIBA, Brazil, April 25, 2024 /PRNewswire/ — FastSpring , the leading merchant of record for global SaaS and software companies, and EBANX , a global technology company specializing in payments for rising markets, announce today a partnership to enhance users’ payment experience within FastSpring’s product s

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Despite Recent Bad Press, Self-Checkout is Here to Stay. Here’s Why.

Retail TouchPoints

This is the first part of our two-part series, “ From Self-Checkout to Just Walk Out: A Look at Autonomous Retail Experiences.” In part one we go beyond the headlines to uncover the reality of the self-checkout situation. Part two will examine the feasibility of more autonomous checkout solutions, including Just Walk Out-style tech and smart carts. Headlines like “ Self-Checkout is a Failed Experiment ” and “ Why Retailers are Losing Faith in Self-Checkout ” have been plentiful these past few mo

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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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FTC Refunds Ring Customers $5.6 Million for Video Privacy Issues

RetailWire

The FTC is giving back $5.6 million to consumers due to a settlement with Ring, an Amazon-owned company. The issue arose when Ring failed to protect customers' private video footage from unauthorized access.

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Rebag, Newegg Join Growing List of Retailers Launching Membership Programs

Retail TouchPoints

Membership programs are quickly becoming 2024’s hottest accessory, whether you’re a luxury resale platform or an electronics ecommerce site. Online marketplaces Rebag and Newegg have joined the growing roster of retailers launching membership programs. This year alone, the list of retailers that have launched or beefed up their loyalty and membership programs includes Albertsons , Carter’s , PetSmart , Target , Sunglass Hut , Staples , Lowe’s , Ulta Beauty and CVS.

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The Backroom: With more closures ahead, what’s next for Macy’s?

RetailDive

Under a new CEO, the iconic department store is fielding a $6.6 billion takeover offer, shuttering another 150 stores and fighting to stay relevant.

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How AI Improves Keyword Research

Practical eCommerce

Traditional keyword tools expand on an existing core term. AI tools discover new terms. The post How AI Improves Keyword Research appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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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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Spotify Faces Disruptions After Layoffs

RetailWire

During Spotify's recent earnings call, CEO Daniel Ek acknowledged that the company's decision to lay off employees last December had a more substantial impact on operations than initially anticipated.

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Indochino launches its first ready-to-wear suit collection

RetailDive

The custom suiting brand is going after convenience with the new line, and said it plans to expand its ready-to-wear assortment in the future.

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Ford’s Total EV Sales Post $1.3 Billion Loss in Q1

RetailWire

Ford's EV division, known as Model e, faced a tough start to 2024.

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Striking a Balance: Uniting Category Management and Pricing Team for Retail Success

Wiser

In retail operations, the interaction between category management and price optimization teams is key to staying competitive. This dynamic, often marked by a nuanced blend of cooperation and conflict, plays a crucial role in a retailer’s ability to grow sales, maintain competitiveness, and satisfy customer demands. However, the inherent differences in approach and objectives between category managers and pricing analysts can lead to internal challenges, underscoring the importance of findi

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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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Walgreens Broadens Specialty Pharmacy Services for Cell and Gene Therapies

RetailWire

Walgreens revealed its plans to collaborate directly with drug manufacturers to provide cell and gene therapies to patients in the U.S.

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Retail industry groups voice concerns over imminent overtime pay changes

RetailDive

The National Retail Federation warned of harm to employers and employees alike, while the Retail Industry Leaders Association slammed a “legally dubious methodology to score political points.

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How to Create an Effective Market Expansion Strategy in Retail

Dynamic Action

Summary Expanding into new markets presents significant growth opportunities but requires careful consideration of local preferences and market dynamics. Understanding consumer behavior and preferences through data analysis is crucial for successful market entry and expansion. By leveraging AI-based technology, retailers can facilitate informed decision-making and mitigate risks associated with market expansion.

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New stores, comps drive Tractor Supply’s Q1 sales to $3.4B

RetailDive

The company is pressing forward with plans to open 80 stores and its 10th distribution center this year.

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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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Country Choice appoints allergen awareness ambassador

TalkingRetail

Country Choice, the provider of in-store bakery solutions for the convenience retail sector, has appointed its technical manager, Kerry Primarolo, as an ambassador for allergen awareness.

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Forever 21 unveils first bridal capsule collection

RetailDive

The fast-fashion company is the most recent retailer to expand its product assortment into the wedding category.

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Promotional feature | Boost your sales by tapping into the demand for spicy snacks

TalkingRetail

PepsiCo explores the rising demand for spicy snacks amongst UK consumers, why working together is key to maximise the growth opportunity NPD has to offer, and how momentum can be maintained in the months ahead.

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Hugo Boss launches Boss House Bali virtual experience

RetailDive

The brand’s digital experience for the release of its spring-summer 2024 collection mimics its in-person luxury resort based in Bali.

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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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Government’s DRS delay announcement welcomed by retail industry

TalkingRetail

Defra parliamentary under-secretary Robbie Moore has today (25 April) released a statement, providing an update on plans for the much-debated deposit return scheme (DRS) for drinks containers.

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Lovesac pares back inventory costs as it simplifies operations

RetailDive

Costs associated with inbound freight and warehousing costs dropped as the furniture company rolled out planning capabilities and simplified operations.

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ONS Crime Survey reveals record levels of shop theft

TalkingRetail

Figures from the Crime Survey for England and Wales, published today (25 April), show that shoplifting offences have increased by 37% (to 430,104 offences) compared with the year ending December 2022 (315,040 offences).

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TikTok Shop debuts pre-owned luxury category in UK

RetailDive

Facing a possible ban in the U.S., the social media platform is expanding its focus on secondhand luxury in other markets.

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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.