Mon.Apr 17, 2023

article thumbnail

Three Lessons Grocers can Learn from Specialty Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

Five years ago, the retail experiences we see in stores today would have been unrecognizable. With accelerated customer expectations forcing retailers to think creatively, customer engagement strategies are on the rise. With refreshed apps, streamlined loyalty programs and experimental presences in-store and in the metaverse, retailers have gone above and beyond to entice and retain customers.

article thumbnail

453: How To Uncover Your Competitors’ Secrets And Find Good Suppliers With David Applegate Of ImportYeti

My Wife Quit Her Job

I’m really excited to have David Applegate on the show. David is the founder of ImportYeti, a free service that allows you to search through the US import records to find the suppliers that your competitors are using. He is also a long-standing e-commerce seller himself on both Amazon, his own online store and a retail store too. David is a wealth of knowledge and today we’re going to talk about how to be successful in e-commerce today.

eCommerce 243
Insiders

Sign Up for our Newsletter

This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.

article thumbnail

David’s Bridal Lays Off 9,000 Workers, Files for Chapter 11

Retail TouchPoints

David’s Bridal has laid off approximately 9,000 workers and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it evaluates its strategic alternatives, including a potential sale. The retailer’s stores will remain open and its ecommerce operations, including the Pearl by David’s platform and vendor marketplace, will continue operating during the proceedings.

article thumbnail

Five Innovative Organizational Concepts Can Help Tech Execs Become Future Fit By Design

Forrester eCommerce

Changing business landscapes have prompted IT organizations to explore creative and innovative ways of structuring their business and operating models. Five key organizational concepts have emerged as particularly promising approaches: fractal organization, distributed autonomous organization, ecosystem organization, boundaryless organization, and adaptive organization.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Men’s Wearhouse Streamlines Wedding Planning for the Groom with Digital Tool

Retail TouchPoints

Men’s Wearhouse is enhancing its digital experience with the launch of Wedding Wingman, a digital tool designed to assist grooms and groomsmen in selecting the perfect look for the wedding day by providing inspiration and guidance for selecting wedding attire. Wedding Wingman begins by asking a few simple questions about the wedding, then provides the couple with a range of suitable options that can be saved in the tool.

Apparel 265
article thumbnail

Meet The Winners Of The Inaugural Customer Obsession Awards

Forrester eCommerce

We’re elated to announce the winners of the inaugural Customer Obsession Awards. Meet the Enterprise and Leadership Award winners.

Customer 195

More Trending

article thumbnail

Ecommerce Content Optimization: Renew Your Product Content | Salsify

Salsify

American Founding Father and legendary aphorist Ben Franklin was known to be somewhat of a social butterfly, despite his famous saying about the tendency of houseguests to overstay their welcome: “Guests, like fish, begin to smell after three days.

eCommerce 146
article thumbnail

Resale’s big secret? It may need stores

RetailDive

To join the secondhand market boom, many apparel retailers and brands have turned to third-party platforms that struggle to sustain a profit.

Apparel 136
article thumbnail

Salsify Launches OpenAI Accelerator To Expedite Product Content Creation With AI | Salsify

Salsify

A new Salsify integration leverages artificial intelligence (AI) to expedite product content creation for brands, retailers, and distributors.

Retail 146
article thumbnail

Mastering Amazon Inventory Management: Best Practices for Sellers

Algopix

With millions of products on Amazon, it can be challenging to ensure that your products stay visible to potential buyers. This is why we have put together a comprehensive guide on Amazon inventory management to help you stay ahead of the competition. What is Amazon Inventory Management As the world’s largest online retailer, Amazon has revolutionized the way we shop and has created unprecedented opportunities for businesses to reach new customers and grow their sales.

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

David’s Bridal files for Chapter 11 and makes plans to cut 9K+ jobs

RetailWire

David’s Bridal has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and plans to lay off more than 9,000 workers as it seeks a buyer for the business. The chain’s stores will remain open as it goes through bankruptcy.

Article 98
article thumbnail

The Ultimate Guide to Optimizing Amazon Product Listings with AI

Algopix

In the digital age, the success of many businesses is dependent on their ability to optimize their product listings on Amazon. By optimizing a product listing, businesses can increase their visibility on the platform, reach a larger audience, and ultimately drive more sales. With the rise of artificial intelligence (AI), businesses now have the opportunity to use AI to automate and optimize many of the tasks associated with Amazon product listing optimization.

article thumbnail

David’s Bridal takes another walk down the bankruptcy aisle

RetailDive

The bridal retailer launched several initiatives since exiting Chapter 11 four years ago, but the pandemic and the economy have taken a toll.

Retail 111
article thumbnail

Four ways that chatGPT enhances omnichannel retail POS

iVend

It seems that whichever way you turn, the topic of artificial intelligence is on everyone’s lips. Whether it’s AI in the home, suggesting the next movie you might like, or AI in the workplace, streamlining processes and automating tasks, it’s become a part of everyday life. But since late 2022, chatGPT (or chat Generative Pre-trained Transformer to give it its full moniker) has taken AI into new applications and got everyone, well, chatting. iVend for Magento ChatGPT is used by retailers to enha

POS 96
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

A Case for Increasing Ecommerce Conversions through Partnership

ESW

When expanding DTC ecommerce channels globally, brands rightly focus on getting websites launched and accelerating speed-to-market. From engaging vendors, to building and deploying ecommerce sites, to partnering with localised checkout solutions and logistics firms, brands focus on starting strong. And brands should. Launching quickly with the right partners accelerates the ultimate goal of market expansion: revenue.

article thumbnail

Integrations Hub Q&A with Senior Product Manager Scott Johnstone

GetElastic

While embracing a Composable Commerce approach comes with a myriad of benefits for brands, the complexity of integrating and operating a multi-vendor solution while also running mission critical commerce is daunting, time consuming and expensive in its own right. Not only do integration costs account for 60% of integration budgets, traditional commerce implementations can take upwards of 18 months to launch, leaving revenue on the table as shoppers are left with sub-par experiences.

article thumbnail

S&P upgrades Dillard’s, forecasts ‘sustained profitability’

RetailDive

The regional department store is positioned well thanks to strong inventory management and limited discounting, according to analysts.

article thumbnail

SheerID and Crain Communications Partner to Keep Students Informed With Deals On 6 Business News Publications

SheerID

SheerID and Crain Communications Partner to Keep Students Informed With Deals On 6 Business News Publications

article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Walmart US chief merchandising officer to depart

RetailDive

Charles Redfield started with the retailer as a cashier at Sam’s Club, growing his career to become the chief merchant last year.

Retail 90
article thumbnail

Taking The Stress Out of Lunchtime with Adventure Snacks

Smile.io

This is part of our #SmileABCs series, highlighting and going in-depth with small businesses and ecommerce brands. Check out the full series here. What began as a side business ended up becoming the main passion for Adventure Snacks founder and CEO Tracey Batt. The Australian brand has a mission “to help Australian families to make lunchbox packing and meal time with kids easier and more fun, through a collection of high quality, cleverly designed products.

article thumbnail

Nordstrom names new chief technology, information officer

RetailDive

The retailer wants to update its supply chain operations and bring more services closer to customers.

article thumbnail

A Handy PR Guide: How To Write An Effective Blog

Digital Doughnut

Creating "valuable content" that naturally attracts links is not a good link strategy for about 90% of SEO practitioners. It's like putting a message in a coke bottle and tossing it out to sea, hoping someone will see it one day. One has to do outreach and take advantage of it, hence the popularity of Digital PR.

Blog 59
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

Dr. Martens CFO to retire

RetailDive

Jon Mortimore will stay on until a successor is found, and the footwear brand spent more than anticipated in Q4 to resolve issues at a U.S. distribution center.

80
article thumbnail

How a BigCommerce SEO Agency Can Skyrocket Your Revenue

Shopping Signals

If you want to get the most out of your BigCommerce marketing efforts, you should probably consider hiring an SEO agency. We’re going to discuss the benefits of working with a BigCommerce SEO agency and how to find the right one for your business. Nowadays, having a great website is essential if you want to make sure customers can find you online.

article thumbnail

Gucci, Vans team up for Roblox scavenger hunt

RetailDive

The two fashion brands are linking their Roblox spaces in order to raise awareness of cross-brand collaboration in the metaverse.

Fashion 84
article thumbnail

Why Does SEO Matter For Ecommerce Websites

Shopping Signals

Ecommerce websites are the lifeblood of many businesses today; they provide a platform to reach customers and make sales. However, without an effective SEO strategy, even the best ecommerce website may be overlooked by potential customers. Studies have shown that 75% of online shoppers never scroll past the first page of search results – meaning that ranking well for relevant keywords is essential for success in this field.

SEO 52
article thumbnail

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.

article thumbnail

How to tell the story of your brand with a curated product assortment tailored to customers

RetailDive

By creating a strong emotional connection with customers and offering a personalized product assortment, retailers can increase customer loyalty.

article thumbnail

The Top Magento Hosting Providers of 2023

MagentoBrain

Magento is a well-known online shopping platform that is utilized by commercial enterprises of all sizes. With its robust features and flexibility, Magento allows for the creation of powerful online stores that can handle large volumes of traffic and transactions. However, to ensure optimal performance and security, it's important to choose the right hosting provider for your Magento eCommerce store.

Magento 52
article thumbnail

Purple settles fight with activist investor Coliseum Capital Management

RetailDive

The mattress brand agreed to shake up its board by adding three new members and replacing its board chair.

article thumbnail

Crumbl keeps growing its ranks of customers and critics

RetailWire

Crumbl is the fastest-growing dessert chain as debates on social media and elsewhere break out over whether the company’s cookies are great or awful. The company, which claims to sell nearly a million cookies daily, has opened 750 stores over the past six years.

article thumbnail

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.