Fri.Oct 27, 2023

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The Future of eCommerce: Trends to Watch in 2024

Algopix

The eCommerce landscape has been evolving at a rapid pace over the past few years, driven by advances in technology, changing consumer behaviors, and the global impact of events. As we approach 2024, it’s essential for both established and aspiring eCommerce sellers to stay ahead of the curve by anticipating and preparing for the upcoming trends that will shape the industry.

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Prepare For AI To Free Up Frontline Marketing’s Technical Dependencies

Forrester eCommerce

As B2B marketing becomes more technical, frontline marketers find themselves increasingly dependent on technical resources outside the marketing department. For example, they may rely on developers for website coding, IT teams for setting up marketing automation workflows, or data analysts to extract insights from complex data sets.

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Ashley Partners with Pentatonix for Holiday ‘Listening Room’ Pop-Up in LA

Retail TouchPoints

Ashley is tapping an unlikely partner to inspire holiday cheer: three-time Grammy-award-winning a cappella group Pentatonix. The furniture and mattress retailer will host a holiday-themed pop-up experience at The Grove Storefront in LA Nov. 2-3. Designed as a series of listening rooms, the pop-up will give visitors the chance to listen to Pentatonix’s new holiday greatest hits album, The Greatest Christmas Hits , in the comfort of Ashley furniture. “Ashley seeks to connect customers to

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Five Holiday Shopping Trends That Will Surprise You

Forrester eCommerce

It’s that time of year. The leaves turn color. So do the cups at Starbucks. And retailers lick their lips in anticipation. The media is already agog with all kinds of predictions about the holiday — some surprising, some banal, and some downright wrong.

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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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Canada’s New Supply Chain Bill Creates Obligations for Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

Human rights advocates are applauding Canada’s new supply chain law. Passed this spring after four years of debate, Bill S-211, officially known as the “Fighting Against Forced Labour and Child Labour in Supply Chains Act,” places the responsibility on brands, retailers and importers to identify and prevent forced labor and child labor within their supplier networks.

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This Halloween, Don’t Get Spooked By In-Game Mobile Ads

Forrester eCommerce

Microsoft completed its largest ever acquisition of Activision Blizzard earlier this month. Buried under the lede is the fact that it now owns King, a hugely successful mobile advertising platform with over $300 million in advertising revenue annually.

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Announcing The Forrester Wave™: Endpoint Security, Q4 2023

Forrester eCommerce

Endpoint security is one of the most mature markets in cybersecurity.

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Shein, Forever 21 Promise ‘New Era of Digital Access’ as Partnership Takes Shape

Retail TouchPoints

The recently announced joint venture between Forever 21 and Shein is coming to life — in the form of a Forever 21-branded line of men’s and women’s apparel that will be designed, manufactured and sold on Shein. In August, Shein acquired an approximately one-third interest in SPARC Group , a joint venture that includes Authentic Brands Group and Simon Property Group , and is the core operating partner of Forever 21 in the U.S.

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[Gorgias X Lateshipment.Com] Strengthening Customer Relationships With Post-Purchase Automation For 12 Key Events

lateshipment

Gorgias is a powerful customer service helpdesk software that strives to help e-commerce merchants provide exceptional customer service and turn your customer service into a profit center. LateShipment.com is a post-purchase automation platform specializing in providing solutions for e-commerce businesses like Princess Polly, SlumberPod, 1st Phorm, and many more to enhance their post-purchase customer experience.

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UPS to acquire Happy Returns from PayPal

RetailDive

The logistics giant expects to leverage the tech firm’s software and operations expertise as it pushes for a frictionless reverse logistics experience.

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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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Disposable income up in third quarter, says supermarket tracker

TalkingRetail

Shoppers benefited from an increase in disposable income in the third quarter of 2023 in almost all parts of the UK, according to the latest report from Asda’s income tracker. The evidence that financial pressure is easing revealed growth in disposable income for all UK regions except the south-west of England. Disposable income for the.

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Skechers’ DTC sales up 23.8% in Q3

RetailDive

The company said it was a “difficult year” for wholesale — which saw sales decline 1.4% in Q3 — and hopes next year may offer growth for the segment.

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Differences Between Omnichannel vs. Multichannel Ecommerce | Salsify

Salsify

From mobile, desktop, and social to brick-and-mortar stores, direct-to-consumer (DTC) websites, and third-party retailers, consumers have a wide range of options for how, when, and where to shop.

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Retention.com Founder on ‘Email Laundering’

Practical eCommerce

Linking anonymous website visitors to their email addresses is big business. The post Retention.com Founder on ‘Email Laundering’ 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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Amazon upgrades ad suite with new data clean room, AI image generator

RetailDive

A new cross-channel planner and enhancements to Amazon Marketing Cloud were also announced at the company’s annual UnBoxed conference.

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Protecting Your Promotions: Using Identity Verification to Secure Your Bottom Line

SheerID

Fraud & discount abuse pose a substantial threat for brands offering high-value promotional offers. Explore options for protecting your bottom line.

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Amazon sidesteps consumer woes with help from side businesses

RetailDive

Subscriptions, ads and third-party seller services outpaced growth in retail in Q3, and Prime Video will soon also be a money-maker.

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Retail Competitive Analysis Made Easy: Harnessing the Power of AI for Benchmarking 

Dynamic Action

Summary The current retail landscape is evolving, requiring retailers to consistently assess their market position using retail competitive analysis. Competitive benchmarking provides insights into business strategies by comparing products, pricing, and promotions with competitors. Retail competitive analysis is crucial for understanding market trends, competitors’ strategies, and adapting to changing consumer behavior.

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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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The Weekly Closeout: ‘Ted Lasso’ teams with Barbie and Curry Brand signs its first signature athlete

RetailDive

Mattel announced a new collection based on the hit TV show, while Under Armour and Steph Curry brought on De’Aaron Fox as a brand ambassador.

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The Perfume Shop Unveils Enhanced Experiential Store in Colchester

365 Retail

The Perfume Shop , a mainstay in the UK’s fragrance retail landscape, has introduced an upgraded experiential store in Colchester. The store opened its doors on Friday, 27th October 2023, adding another feather to the retailer’s cap, which celebrated its 30th anniversary last year. The revamped store promises to offer a wide range of fragrances, including the latest launches, celebrity scents, and timeless classics.

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Ugg introduces pop-up AR mirror at NYC flagship

RetailDive

Made with fashion tech company Zero10, the mirror allows users to experience visual effects inspired by the brands “Uggextreme” product campaign.

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Rituals Marks Its Arrival at East Midlands Designer Outlet

365 Retail

Rituals , the beauty and wellbeing brand known for its sustainable luxury products, celebrated its grand opening at the East Midlands Designer Outlet on Saturday, 21st October 2023. The brand joins an impressive roster of premium names at the outlet, enhancing the shopping experience for consumers in the region. Paul Sutton, the Centre Manager for East Midlands Designer Outlet, expressed his enthusiasm for the new addition, stating, “We are very excited to announce the arrival of Rituals w

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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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Hoka Q2 sales increase driven by DTC

RetailDive

Parent company Deckers intends to divest Sanuk and teased the launch of a new footwear brand during a call with analysts.

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Korn adidas Shoes Partnership Celebrates Past, Present, and Future

RetailWire

KoRn adidas shoes have fans rocking out.

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On opens Miami store as it looks to expand brick-and-mortar presence

RetailDive

The Swiss athletics brand aims to increase the pace of owned store growth, planning to open 20 to 25 stores per year.

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Chester to get latest electric vehicle ‘super hub’

TalkingRetail

Gridserve and Roadchef have announced an electric vehicle “super hub” at Chester services on the M56 motorway. The two companies recently announced their partnership to expand electric vehicle (EV) charging facilities at various Roadchef motorway service areas in the UK, which saw the first two super hubs launch at Watford Gap North and South on.

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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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Lowe’s rolls out gift center, holiday discounts for pros

RetailDive

With its holiday deals and gift assortment, the retailer aims to attract everyday homeowners and professional contractors.

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Why Publishers Are the Future of Audience Targeting

Digital Doughnut

The impact of privacy on addressability is creating a new reality in digital advertising powered by publishers and their ability to scale data. The impact of privacy on addressability is creating a new reality in digital advertising powered by publishers and their ability to scale data.

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Virgin Media O2 Business Movers Index Reveals Resilient and Cost-Conscious Brits Navigating the Cost-of-Living Crisis

365 Retail

The latest Virgin Media O2 Business Movers Index sheds light on how Britons are navigating the ongoing cost-of-living crisis. The quarterly report combines anonymised UK movement data from O2 Motion with national polling to offer insights into consumer and business behaviour. The data for Q3 2023 reveals that Brits are becoming increasingly resourceful.

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Walkers launches festive flavours and packaging

TalkingRetail

Walkers has launched a limited-edition range of festive-flavoured crisps spanning its core offering and premium Sensations brand. Walkers has launched a limited-edition range of festive flavoured crisps spanning its core offering and premium Sensations brand. Walkers has also released limited-edition holiday-themed packaging on selected year-round favourites, with Wotsits Giants Really Cheesy and Sensations Thai Sweet.

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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.