Wed.Feb 14, 2024

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The Rise Of Experience-Fueled Growth

Forrester eCommerce

Experience-fueled growth is on the rise creating a rapid and sustainable business advantage. Learn what's needed to prioritize every decision through the lens of the customer providing exceptional experiences.

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New Crocs and Famous Footwear Product Drop Supports U.S. Foster Youth

Retail TouchPoints

It’s fair to say that Crocs has mastered the art of the product drop, collaborating with obvious (and not-so-obvious) partners on exclusive designs and collections. The casual footwear brand’s latest venture is with retail partner Famous Footwear. They’re launching two exclusive designs to support the Ticket to Dream foundation, a non-profit organization dedicated to providing support and opportunity for kids in foster care and their foster families.

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CDP In APAC: A Fast-Growing Emerging Market

Forrester eCommerce

I’m pleased to announce the publication of The Customer Data Platforms In Asia Pacific Landscape, Q1 2024 report. This comprehensive report features 22 vendors with $5 million or more annual CDP revenue from the APAC market.

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Express Launches Debt Restructuring Effort in Bid to Avoid Bankruptcy

Retail TouchPoints

Amid declining sales, apparel retailer Express has hired restructuring adviser M3 and law firm Kirkland & Ellis to help restructure nearly $280 million of debt, according to the Wall Street Journal , which cited people with knowledge of the matter. If the company is unable to successfully restructure its debt, a bankruptcy filing could be imminent.

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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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Crowdfunding launched for legal advice on challenging vape restrictions

TalkingRetail

The Vape Protection Alliance (VPA) is attempting to raise £15,000 for a King's Counsel Barrister (KC) to provide expert legal advice and direction on the best course of action to challenge the government’s proposed vape restrictions.

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Staples to Deploy AI-Powered Robotic Picking in Fulfillment Centers

Retail TouchPoints

Staples will install autonomous item-handling robots in its fulfillment centers as part of a multi-year agreement with RightHand Robotics. The solution provider’s RightPick system is powered by advanced hardware, a sensor suite and RightPick AI software designed for a wide range of warehouse tasks. “We have always valued automation, and we see it as the future of ecommerce picking,” said Amit Kalra, Chief Supply Chain Officer at Staples in a statement.

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How Shop Premium Outlets is Helping Brands ‘Light Up’ Excess and Outlet Inventory

Retail TouchPoints

It’s been more than four years since mall operator Simon launched its ecommerce joint venture with Rue Gilt Groupe , and the Shop Premium Outlets (SPO) marketplace is going strong. The site, aimed at bringing off-price inventory from Simon’s malls online, now features more than 300 brands and as of last September, sales were up 100% year over year.

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Morrisons Daily chooses Henderson Technology as EPOS partner

TalkingRetail

Morrisons Daily has chosen EDGEPoS by Henderson Technology as its EPOS partner, with a new five year deal. The agreement will see Morrisons Daily recommend the entire suite of products available from EDGEPoS to Morrisons Daily franchise customers.

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Instacart Lays Off 250 in Move to Streamline and Focus on Growing Retail Media Business

Retail TouchPoints

Instacart has laid off 250 employees in a move to “reshape” the newly public company, as it looks to “focus on our most promising initiatives and execute more efficiently to a flatter organization,” said CEO Fidji Simo on a call detailing the grocery tech company’s Q4 and full year 2023 results. Simo also shared that three top executives — COO Asha Sharma, CTO Varouj Chitilian and Chief Architect JJ Zhuang — were leaving the company.

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11 digitally native retailers that could file for bankruptcy in 2024

RetailDive

While off to a slower start than 2023, filings are expected to continue in the industry, especially among many direct-to-consumer brands.

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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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Charts: Global Economic Outlook Q1 2024

Practical eCommerce

Per the International Monetary Fund, global economic growth will continue through 2024 and 2025, although differences in advanced versus developing economies will persist. The post Charts: Global Economic Outlook Q1 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Away lays off 25% of internal staff

RetailDive

The DTC luggage brand is undergoing a reorganization that also includes "the elimination of a traditional executive team structure.

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Neiman Marcus Bolsters E-Commerce, Slashes Asset Management Time by 75%

RIS News

For retailer Neiman Marcus, product images were a piece of the e-commerce pie that needed refining. Learn how a tech partnership resulted in an optimized user experience.

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Celebrating a Century

Canadian Special Events

Dustin Westling and his team at OneWest Event Design breathed new life into an old theme, blending visual brand elements to create a fresh experience for attendees at this brilliant event nominated for Best Event Design/ Decor $50,000 – $150,000 at the 2023 Canadian Event Awards. In the aftermath of a year where events were scarce, the revival of gatherings in 2022 sparked a surge in requests for Roaring Twenties-themed occasions.

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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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Target Reducing Self-Checkout Hours in Certain Stores To Fight Missing Inventory

RetailWire

Challenges with Target's self-checkout lanes continue as the retailer is cutting down the hours of operation at some of its stores.

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The $55 Billion Future of Retail Robotics

RIS News

The strategic use of automation allows human workers to focus on more engaging activities, such as customer interaction, ultimately improving working conditions and fostering better employee experiences.

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Instacart Cuts 250 Jobs as Stock Falls

RetailWire

Instacart, the grocery delivery retailer, made a new move on Tuesday, slashing about 250 jobs, which amounts to approximately 7% of its workforce.

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Staples Implements AI-Powered Picking Robots for Fulfillment

RIS News

Staples is partnering with a robotics company to bring AI-powered robots to fulfillment centers nationwide, aiding in next-day delivery and labor shortages.

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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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Amazon Prime Subscriber Files Lawsuit Over Ads on Prime Video

RetailWire

A California-based Amazon Prime subscriber recently filed a class action lawsuit against the company over its implementation of advertisements on Prime Video.

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Lululemon accused of greenwashing in anti-competition complaint

RetailDive

Advocacy organization Stand.earth is asking the Competition Bureau Canada to investigate the retailer’s conduct over environmental claims.

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William Post, Creator of Pop-Tarts, Dies at 96

RetailWire

William Post created the shelf-stable snack treat in 1964 with just four original flavors.

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Building Consumer Trust in the Digital Age: Thrudark’s Strategy

365 Retail

At ThruDark, we’ve committed to charting our own course to success — and integral to that mission is the relationship we have with our customers. After all, we’ve not got this far alone. We’ve earned consumers’ attention, built their trust, and maintained their loyalty every step of the way on our journey to becoming a leading outerwear brand. But consumer trust isn’t measured in Instagram followers or quarterly sales.

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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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User Generated Content, Personalization, Convenience Will Top Consumers’ Shopping Wish Lists in 2024

RIS News

Get a sense of future consumer shopping habits and how the industry should react in this compilation of the latest industry research.

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Hasbro cuts half of its SKUs as sales fall 23% in Q4

RetailDive

CFO Gina Goetter said the products represented just 2% of revenue and were duplicative and unprofitable.

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Instacart Slashing 250 Jobs, Looking for New CTO

RIS News

Instacart is undergoing a restructuring plan that includes a reduction of approximately 250 employees but is hiring a new CTO to replace Varouj Chitilian, who is leaving the company. Get the details.

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The Body Shop in Crisis: Administration Looms, Jobs and Stores at Risk

RetailWire

The Body Shop, a well-known skincare and cosmetics retailer founded by Anita Roddick in the 1970s, has appointed administrators, leading to concerns over the business's future.

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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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Instacart to lay off 250 workers, part ways with 3 execs

RetailDive

The layoffs are part of a restructuring program that will help “flatten the organization” to focus on core initiatives, CEO Fidji Simo said in a letter to shareholders.

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Valentine’s Day Sweets Significantly Priced Up

RetailWire

Buying Valentine's Day-themed candy seems to come with a higher-than-normal price tag this year.

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New Lynx fragrance

TalkingRetail

Lynx is bringing a new fragrance to its core range with Jungle Fresh, the fragrance will be available in body spray, anti-perspirant, stick and shower gel.

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Paramount Global Layoffs Affect CBS News Reporters

RetailWire

Reports reveal that Paramount Global's recent layoff spree, which saw 800 jobs cut, including several CBS News reporters, has sparked controversy.

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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.