Tue.Mar 19, 2024

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Computer Vision Platforms: Horizontal Capabilities Deliver Breadth, While Vertical Ones Promise Depth

Forrester eCommerce

Computer vision platform providers craft or assist users in developing algorithms, tools, and solutions that enable computers to see, analyze, and make sense of visual information. From recognizing faces in a crowd to getting insights from videos and images, these providers are the architects behind the scenes, building the bridges between pixels and purpose.

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Ulta Beauty Rolls out ‘Beauty Dropoff’ Recycling Program in all 1,350+ Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Ulta Beauty and Pact have expanded their Beauty Dropoff recycling initiative chainwide, providing drop-off bins for clean, empty packaging from any beauty brand or retailer at all 1,350+ stores. The companies initially piloted the program last year in 90 Ulta Beauty stores, according to Glossy. Customers need to ensure there’s no liquid left in the packages and that they are small enough (generally no bigger than a fist) for the Beauty Dropoff program; larger packages can often be placed in curb

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For Measuring Your Personalization Programs, The Number Of The Day Is… 3!

Forrester eCommerce

“Hey Count von Count, how do I know if my personalization strategy is working?” It’s difficult for companies to assess because they often measure myopically at the individual point of interaction. But personalization tactics are numerous and diverse across a company, requiring a holistic approach to measurement for a complete view of personalization efforts.

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With a Ban Looming, TikTok Pushes Forward with New Commerce Features

Retail TouchPoints

Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that would force TikTok owner ByteDance to sell its ownership of the app or face a ban in the U.S. Despite (or perhaps because of) this political pressure, TikTok is pushing forward on some big commerce ambitions — and the popular platform is putting success metrics at the center of its efforts.

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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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Introducing The Forrester Wave™: Application Modernization And Migration Services, Q1 2024

Forrester eCommerce

Yesterday, we released The Forrester Wave™: Application Modernization And Migration Services, Q1 2024. We looked at the top 15 vendors in the market and evaluated them across 25 criteria. Demand for assistance continues to propel interest in modernization and migration services, as the focus continues to shift toward the former at the expense of the latter.

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Zenni Optical Cuts Product Data Management Time 70% with PIM Solution

Retail TouchPoints

Since implementing a product information management (PIM) solution from Akeneo in January, Zenni Optical has reduced data inconsistency issues across teams by approximately 60% and cut the time needed to manage product data by over 70%. The online eyewear retailer, which sells in both B2B and B2C channels and is working with brick-and-mortar retailer U.S.Vision , has categorized approximately 3,000 SKUs since adopting the PIM solution, with more in the pipeline.

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Winning Creative in 2024: Human Storytelling, AI Scale

Retail TouchPoints

If Newton’s third law (“For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction”) holds true in marketing in 2024, we’re going to see some incredible creativity. Why? Well, 2023 wasn’t the year of storytelling or branding; it was the year of AI. ChatGPT, other GPT tools, Bard, AI-powered measurement tools and marketing automation all took higher billing and gobbled more headlines than clever or resonant marketing campaigns.

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fabric and Bounteous x Accolite join forces to accelerate commerce for retailers

Fabric

Like synchronized clockwork, delivering world-class e-commerce experiences requires a high level of coordination and collaboration. Critical commerce functions must connect and work together flawlessly. But truly differentiated shopping experiences require more than mere synchronization; strategies must align, and technologies must integrate seamlessly across the entire tech stack too.

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Kohl’s Expands Home Assortment 40%, Seeks to Become Seasonal Décor Destination

Retail TouchPoints

Kohl’s has increased its assortment of home décor items by 40% , adding new categories and elevating its mainstay bedding and bath products with more modern aesthetics and frequent pattern and color injections. The retailer also is positioning itself as a seasonal décor destination, promising 60% newness in home and holiday décor seasonally as a strategy to boost customer retention.

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18 Free Web Design Tools, Winter 2024

Practical eCommerce

This installment of our quarterly rundown includes tools for logo creation, mockups, coding, animations, background images, domain names, free fonts, and more. The post 18 Free Web Design Tools, Winter 2024 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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Cookies Dispensary Heads to Chicago’s West Loop  

Retail TouchPoints

TRP , a cannabis retail, cultivation and distribution platform, has opened the doors to Cookies Chicago , the inaugural Windy City dispensary from the popular cannabis company Cookies. The West Loop location on N. Clinton Ave. offers a large selection of top-shelf Cookies products and a fresh menu for the Illinois market, featuring cultivars, vape cartridges, edibles and concentrates.

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‘Built for a different era’: Macy’s CEO on why closing 150 stores is critical to its survival

RetailDive

Tony Spring, who took the helm just last month, remains confident that the department store still holds an important role in consumers’ lives.

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Kroger Sells Specialty Pharmacy Business Amid Merger Concerns

RetailWire

Supermarket retailer Kroger recently made a move to sell its specialty pharmacy business to CarelonRx, a subsidiary of Elevance Health. This decision comes amidst discussions of a $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons, a grocery store chain.

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New Solo Brands CEO initiates ‘full strategic review’

RetailDive

Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.

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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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MrBeast Secures $100 Million Amazon Deal for Largest Competition Series in TV History

RetailWire

MrBeast, the popular American YouTuber, has struck a deal with Amazon MGM studios worth possibly $100 million for his first streaming series.

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Kohl’s expands home goods assortment by 40%

RetailDive

The department store sees opportunity despite stubborn declines in the market since the height of the pandemic.

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2 Use Cases for Image Recognition in Retail Execution

Wiser

Image recognition (IR) technology is revolutionizing the FMCG industry, especially in the realms of retail execution and compliance reporting. This technology allows for real-time analysis of the retail environment, offering insights that were previously difficult or time-consuming to obtain. Let’s explore two key use cases of IR technology that highlight its potential to transform in-store strategies: the “Space to Sales” analysis and the “My Perfect Store” program

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Ulta Beauty teams with Pact Collective on fleetwide recycling program

RetailDive

The Beauty Dropoff will be available at all of the retailer’s locations and encourages shoppers to drop off clean, empty product containers.

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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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How To Build a Winning Ecommerce Tech Stack | Salsify

Salsify

Check out what to look for (and what not to do) when building your brand’s ecommerce tech stack as well as tips for choosing the right tools.

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Nordstrom revives namesake brand

RetailDive

The new line features footwear and accessories, and its release is part of a revamp following lagging Q4 sales at full-line stores.

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£1 Costa Coffee for a day at participating One Stop stores

TalkingRetail

On Thursday 21 March, customers can pick up a Costa Coffee drink for £1 from Costa Express machines across participating One Stop stores.

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FabFitFun acquires PupBox from Petco

RetailDive

The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.

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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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Solo Brands Recognized as Innovative Leader in Consumer Goods

RetailWire

Solo Brands has secured a notable position on Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, ranking at No. 2 in the Consumer Goods category.

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Manscaped envisions ‘the boys’ as mini-mes in branding push

RetailDive

The male grooming brand known for raunchy innuendo leans on Pereira O’Dell and a striking visual metaphor as it reaches beyond performance marketing.

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Klarna Introduces Flexible Payment Solutions to Boots.com and App in the UK and Ireland

365 Retail

Klarna , the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, has today announced the launch of its flexible payment options on boots.com and in the Boots app in the UK and Ireland. Today’s announcement follows the launch of Klarna in-store at Boots in 2022. Through Klarna, customers can now benefit from Klarna’s renowned smooth payments experience, giving them the flexibility to pay for their health and beauty products instantly in full, within 30 days, or split the cost of their p

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Your commerce platform should make you more money

RetailDive

Why enterprise retailers demand a commerce platform that absorbs complexity and delivers the best value.

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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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DAC Group to Enhance Online Presence for Kingfisher PLC’s DIY Brands in the UK and Ireland

365 Retail

DAC Group has been appointed by multinational retail company Kingfisher PLC to improve online visibility as it seeks to increase ecommerce sales and in-store footfall for its DIY brands in the UK and Ireland, B&Q, Screwfix and Tradepoint. DAC, which is recognised by Forrester as one of the world’s most significant performance marketing agencies, has been tasked to deliver local SEO and online reputation management for Kingfisher’s largest retail brands.

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Trek joins forces with Biscoff to launch protein bar

TalkingRetail

Cereal bar brand Trek is looking to shake up the protein category with the launch of Trek Power Biscoff protein bars Rolling out into convenience and wholesale from mid-March, Trek says the new addition is its biggest launch to date.

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Reiss Partners with Compare Ethics to Validate Sustainability Claims

365 Retail

Global fashion retailer Reiss has today announced a new partnership with AI powered verification platform Compare Ethics as part of its continued commitment to sustainability and the use of responsible materials and standards in this area. The organisation’s AI-powered verification platform evaluates and ranks the quality of green claims against regulatory requirements, and offers actionable steps for achieving full compliance.

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Retail crime wave continues to hit, survey shows

TalkingRetail

Alarming figures have emerged from a second survey conducted by the British Independent Retailers Association in assessing the impact of the ongoing retail crime wave plaguing Britain's high streets.

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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.