Fri.Mar 08, 2024

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US Govt. Makes More Data Privacy Moves: What Marketers Need To Know

Forrester eCommerce

With two moves, the federal government bucked its reputation for moving at a glacial pace this week. First, the Federal Trade Commission dropped a blog post stating that “Browsing and location data are sensitive. Full stop.

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Frasers to Shutter Matchesfashion Just Months After Acquisition

Retail TouchPoints

Frasers Group is shutting down luxury ecommerce site Matchesfashion just three months after acquiring the business , saying in a statement that “continued funding requirements would be far in excess of amounts that the Group considers to be viable.” As a result, Matches has been put into administration, the UK equivalent of bankruptcy. Since rebranding from Sports Direct International to Frasers Group in 2019, the company has been steadily growing its slate of fashion and lifestyle brands, which

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523: Productivity Tips: How To Get S Done When You Have 7 Kids With Toni Herrbach

My Wife Quit Her Job

Welcome to a brand new segment of the show called Profitable Audience where my business partner Toni and I discuss all things related to content creation and building an audience. In today’s episode, Toni and I discuss various ways to improve your productivity when it comes to content creation. BTW, Toni has 7 kids, a bunch of businesses and a puppy.

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There Goes the Sun: Warby Parker Offers Free Glasses to Safely View Upcoming Solar Eclipse

Retail TouchPoints

The Great North American Solar Eclipse on April 8 will be the last total solar eclipse (when the moon comes between us and the sun) that’s visible from the contiguous U.S. for the next 20 years. Warby Parker is trying to help more people view it safely by offering free ISO-certified solar eclipse glasses at all its stores beginning April 1, while supplies last.

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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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Omnisend vs Klaviyo: A Marketer's Perspective on the Best Choice

Groove

One of the main factors to consider when growing your brand is choosing an email marketing platform that meets the needs of your business. Both Omnisend and Klaviyo are leading options as top-tier eCommerce marketing solutions, and their offerings are similar. However, the two tools cater to different types of audiences. They also have some key differences that will help you decide which one is right for your eCommerce store.

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Lidl Names New Chief Commercial Officer and First-Ever Chief Customer Exec

Retail TouchPoints

Discount supermarket retailer Lidl U.S. has named four executives with extensive retail experience to top posts, including naming Frank Kerr as the company’s first-ever Chief Customer Officer. Kerr is returning for a second stint at Lidl U.S., where he was one of the first 50 employees, and he’ll be responsible for driving a holistic customer experience using consumer insights, marketing, loyalty and promotions.

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Burlington Plans to Open 100 New Stores in 2024

Retail TouchPoints

Off-price retailer Burlington Stores beat expectations for Q4 2023 (the 14 weeks ended Feb. 3, 2024), with total sales increasing 10% and comparable store sales growing 2% year over year. The quarter closed out a steady year for the chain, with comp store sales up 4% in fiscal 2023, although on an earnings call discussing the results CEO Michael O’Sullivan expressed disappointment that the company hadn’t performed better, identifying several opportunities for improvement in 2024.

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FastSpring Support and Subscription Management Continue to Impress SocialBee

FastSpring

SocialBee , a social media management platform and SaaS based in Romania, first started using FastSpring in 2018. Co-Founder and Chief Executive Bee Ovi Negrean has used the word “flawlessly” to describe how FastSpring’s merchant of record use case has worked for SocialBee (more on that below!). After adopting FastSpring as their merchant of record, SocialBee even saw 2x year-over-year growth in monthly recurring revenue (MRR) after their first year with FastSpring.

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2024 Brought New PCI Requirements. Hackers Can Help You Keep Up

Retail TouchPoints

As the average cost of a breach hits $4.45 million , regulatory authorities are driving more industrywide requirements to address growing threats. The critical role payment and financial services play in the global economy means companies in this industry will be some of the first mandated to comply. That’s why it’s no surprise that the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI-SSC) is updating its Data Security Standards (PCI DSS) to meet an increasingly challenging threat landscape

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3 Keys to Successful Products on Amazon

Practical eCommerce

Why did an Amazon seller choose disposable dinnerware plates made from palm leaves? Three reasons. The post 3 Keys to Successful Products on Amazon appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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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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Thrive Causemetics Founder Reveals What it Takes for a Cause-Based Brand to Stay on Mission

Retail TouchPoints

Karissa Bodnar, Founder and CEO of clean beauty brand and DTC success story Thrive Causemetics , grew up in a small town in rural Washington state. She lived off a dirt road where neighbors were few and far between, there was no cable and the internet was sporadic. Not exactly the kind of place one imagines as the breeding ground for a beauty powerhouse, and yet according to Bodnar it was the perfect set of conditions to shape her into the successful businesswoman she’s become today.

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Primark Birmingham Welcomes PHOTO by Fujifilm Concession

365 Retail

Fujifilm has officially launched its PHOTO by Fujifilm concession within the largest Primark store in the world, located in Birmingham. This introduction marks the commencement of an expanding partnership between the two brands, aimed at enriching the shopping journey with the excitement and creativity of instant photo capturing for the local community.

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Honda Releases the 2024 Prologue Electric SUV

RetailWire

The automotive landscape is shifting, with electric vehicles (EVs) gaining traction as a viable alternative to traditional gas-powered cars. Amidst this transition, Honda introduces the 2024 Honda Prologue, marking its entry into the world of all-electric SUVs.

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Why Do You Need to Redesign Your Website in 2024?

Digital Doughnut

Discover the critical reasons why a website redesign is essential for your online success. From outdated design to improving user experience, find out why you need to prioritize website redesign now.

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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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Costco Ventures Into Selling Gold Bars and Silver Coins

RetailWire

After locking in loyal $1.50 hot dog-soda customers, Costco is on the hunt for a new market in precious metal collectors and investors.

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Best Buy’s suppliers help defray costs in choppy electronics market

RetailDive

The retailer logged $20 million in vendor spending on things like promotions, displays, special staffing and fulfillment services.

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Salesforce Unveils New AI Solutions for Healthcare Workers

RetailWire

On Thursday, Salesforce revealed fresh data and artificial intelligence solutions tailored to alleviate the hefty administrative burdens faced by healthcare professionals, especially doctors.

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American Eagle has ‘refocused’ logistics arm amid third-party business woes

RetailDive

The retailer faced $98.3 million in impairment and restructuring charges from Quiet Platforms in Q4 as it adjusted to reduced e-commerce fulfillment demand.

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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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ALDI Reveals Expansion Plans Across America

RetailWire

Discount grocer ALDI has revealed ambitious plans for growth in the United States, aiming to open 800 new stores by the end of 2028.

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The Weekly Closeout: BowFlex files for Chapter 11, Public Lands partners with Saucony

RetailDive

The at-home fitness company has a $37.5 million buyout offer, and the Dick’s Sporting Goods banner teamed up with the footwear brand on running shoes.

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The Impact of Live Commerce on Shopping

Smile.io

Imagine the scene; you have a shopping trip planned, but when you look out the window, the weather is truly awful. In the years gone by, you may have needed to cancel your plans. Not anymore. There have been shopping channels since the 1980s, but then the internet came along, and ecommerce hasn’t slowed down since.  Since then, the live commerce sector has grown massively , reaching a value of $1,498.7 billion in 2022 and is forecasted to reach $2,880.3 billion by 2028.

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Why Recalls Have Been on the Rise

RetailWire

Over the past two weeks alone, the FDA has identified a dozen recalls, market withdrawals, and safety advisories spanning products ranging from eye ointments to chocolate bars and ground cinnamon.

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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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Liverpool FC Launches New Store in Dublin

365 Retail

Liverpool FC has opened a new retail outlet in Dublin’s bustling city centre, enhancing the shopping experience for fans with a fresh and expansive store at the ILAC Centre. This significant event was celebrated with Gary McAllister, who joined in the festivities before the team’s Europa League match against Sparta Prague. The ILAC Centre, a longstanding hub for LFC Retail, now boasts a significantly larger space.

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Walmart adds early morning delivery option

RetailDive

As operational competition with Target and Amazon heats up, the big-box retailer is expanding on-demand delivery to start at 6 a.m.

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Majestic Opens New Boutique Wine Store in Marlow

365 Retail

Majestic has announced the launch of its latest boutique store in Marlow, perfectly timed for the Easter weekend festivities. This new outlet, nestled within the charming confines of Anglers Court on Spittal Street, marks a significant addition to Marlow’s retail landscape, joining forces with notable neighbours such as M&S Simply Food and Cook.

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Gap, Old Navy make progress on long road to recovery

RetailDive

New Gap Inc. CEO Richard Dickson touted market share gains at the company’s biggest brands, but analysts say they have further to go.

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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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Matalan Announces Leadership Team Expansion to Drive Business Transformation

365 Retail

Matalan has announced the appointment of five new leaders as it continues its business transformation. Matalan has appointed a new Director of Online , David Seeby to drive forward its e-commerce offer, harnessing new technology to build a best-in-class omnichannel experience for Matalan’s customers. David joins from Boden where he led the Digital Trading, User Experience and Digital Product teams as Director of Product Management & Experience.

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?ura launches on Amazon

RetailDive

The tie-up with the e-commerce giant follows a partnership with Best Buy formed last year as the wearable tech brand builds out its wholesale presence.

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Gloucester Quays Prepares for Launch of UK’s Unique Multi-Charity Pop-Up, Charity Super.Mkt

365 Retail

Peel has unveiled plans for Charity Super.Mkt, the UK’s inaugural multi-charity shop, to inaugurate its forthcoming pop-up at Gloucester Quays. The 4,000 square foot store is scheduled to open its doors on March 14th at a prominent site off High Orchard Street, showcasing its acclaimed ‘second-hand department store’ model. Charity Super.Mkt aims to amalgamate a diverse assortment of pre-owned fashion and accessories, featuring items such as vintage denim and sportswear, by col

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New York Stock Exchange moves to delist apparel retailer Express

RetailDive

Concerns about the company’s long-term financial health have continued to surface over the last year.

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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.