Salsify

MARCH 19, 2024

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.

eCommerce 88

eCommerce 88

365 Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

Hokodo has released a report that explores the habits and e-commerce expectations of business buyers. Out of the 500 surveyed B2B buyers, 83% said that they would abandon an e-commerce purchase if no payment terms were offered at checkout, meaning that B2B sellers failing to offer payment terms are missing out on capturing new business and revenue growth.

eCommerce 52

eCommerce Payments B2B Merchant Services 52

RetailMinded

MARCH 22, 2024

Ecommerce businesses know that orders delivered on time equals customer satisfaction. However, there comes a time when a customer will need it sooner rather than later. Especially when they don’t want to wait through the standard timeframe – which is dependent on their geolocation. Yet, expedited shipping has addressed this need. We will go over five key advantages in this guide.

eCommerce Platforms 52

eCommerce Platforms eCommerce Shipping Social Media 52

My Wife Quit Her Job

MARCH 18, 2024

According to Wired magazine, Temu is losing hundreds of millions of dollars to send you cheap stuff from China in order to grab mass market share from US shoppers and it’s working. But is it affecting US ecommerce companies? Listen to this episode to find out What You’ll Learn What is Temu? How has Temu been growing so fast? Will Temu destroy ecommerce in the US?

Magazine 227

Magazine eCommerce Marketing 227

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.

Payments

MakeWebBetter

MARCH 22, 2024

Abandoned Carts and Lost Sales? The eCommerce Cure Awaits Imagine this: a customer visits your online store, browses through products, adds items to their cart, but then.abandons it. Frustrating, right? In today's competitive ecommerce landscape, keeping customers engaged throughout their buying journey is crucial for success. And that’s where HubSpot integration for ecommerce comes in, [.

eCommerce 78

eCommerce Customer 78

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2024

A 2022 U.S. government study found an annual average of 1.3 million nonfatal workplace violence incidents between 2015 and 2019. This is a rate of eight nonfatal violent crimes per 1,000 workers aged 16 or older. In addition to the safety risk to employees and customers alike, workplace violence incidents are costly to retailers. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that workplace violence costs employers more than $120 billion annually in claims, litigation, added

Retail 279

Retail Information Supplies Management 279

Practical eCommerce

MARCH 17, 2024

"Ideal customer profiles" help merchants select marketing channels, create ad copy, narrow outreach, and more. The post AI Tools for Ideal Customer Profiles appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

Customer 114

Customer Channel eCommerce Marketing 114

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2024

Retailers have been eager to jump on the generative AI bandwagon: according to a new survey conducted by Salesforce and the Retail AI Council , retail executives estimate that 36% of their employees already are using generative AI today, with that figure projected to rise to 45% by 2025. Additionally, 93% of these retailers say they’re already using generative AI to support personalization of customer-facing communications like emails and product recommendations.

Retail 317

Retail SEO Operations Consumer Goods 317

RetailWire

MARCH 18, 2024

Walmart self-checkout lanes are possibly being reserved for select customers like Walmart+ subscribers and delivery drivers as part of an experimental phase where different methods are being tested.

Customer 111

Customer 111

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 21, 2024

As we outlined in previous research, Generative AI assistants known as TuringBots can serve as powerful tools to address some of the broader software development challenges. Specifically they help to automate a wide range of tasks throughout the software development life cycle (SDLC).

Technology 426

Technology Customer 426

Advertisement

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.

Technology

My Wife Quit Her Job

MARCH 20, 2024

An Amazon Hub Locker offers a secure alternative for receiving packages, perfect for those who don’t want to wait around at home for their order to arrive. In this article, I’ll explain everything you need to know about using an Amazon Hub Locker, including step-by-step instructions on how to use them for your orders and the advantages they offer. What Is An Amazon Hub Locker?

Article 240

Article Customer 240

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 18, 2024

Google wants a bigger piece of the traffic driven by retail media advertising. To start getting it, the tech company has launched a new offsite retail media solution in closed beta. Lowe’s has signed on to be one of the first retailers to test the solution for what will be the first offsite retail media offering from Lowe’s One Roof retail media network on Google Search and Shopping inventory, according to a blog post that will be published today, which Retail TouchPoints reviewed in advance.

Retail 306

Retail Management Blog Channel 306

Fabric

MARCH 18, 2024

The post fabric and Bounteous x Accolite Deliver Blueprint to Power “Store of the Future” appeared first on Headless E-Commerce Platform | fabric.

eCommerce Platforms 246

eCommerce Platforms eCommerce 246

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 19, 2024

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.

Information 426

Information Customer 426

Advertisement

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.

Operations

My Wife Quit Her Job

MARCH 20, 2024

Becoming a Shein reseller is a smart way to earn extra money online with little upfront risk. You can flip almost any item for profit, but the main challenge is getting customers to buy from you instead of Shein. In this post, I will teach you everything you need to know about becoming a Shein reseller. You’ll learn how to pick a niche, choose a platform to sell, and develop a pricing strategy.

Accessories 210

Accessories Apparel eCommerce Platforms Fashion 210

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 20, 2024

The innovative concept of “Medtail” seamlessly integrates healthcare services into retail environments. This blend of medical expertise and retail convenience is revolutionizing the landscape of patient care, changing both where healthcare is delivered and how patients experience it. Moving beyond the conventional boundaries of hospitals and clinics, this approach offers unprecedented convenience and accessibility by bringing healthcare closer to where people shop, eat, and engage in their

Presentation 298

Presentation Improvements Consumer Retail 298

Fastr

MARCH 22, 2024

In an era where digital experiences dominate our daily lives, ensuring that websites are accessible to all is not just a legal requirement but a moral imperative. Approximately 16% of the global population live with disabilities and 27% of U.S. adults fall into this category, so businesses neglecting their web accessibility are excluding a significant portion of potential customers, inviting financial repercussions from lost sales, hindering their SEO efforts, and are left vulnerable to lawsuits

SEO 147

SEO Customer 147

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 20, 2024

In 1999 when NVIDIA released NVIDIA GeForce 256 as the world’s first GPU, Jensen Huang, it’s founder and CEO, would never foresee the two transformational waves of AI, from deep learning to generative AI (genAI), could bring it to the paramount achievements it has made nowadays.

Technology 422

Technology Operations Customer 422

Advertisement

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.

eCommerce

lateshipment

MARCH 22, 2024

Nidhi is the face of LoveNspire. LoveNspire is a thriving D2C store specializing in culturally rich, ethnic products that include over 2500 products. They sell handcrafted gift items, jewelry, home and festive decor. Born during the pandemic, they’ve grown from a one person operation to a global store, catering to customers all over US, Europe and Canada.

Shipping Costs 130

Shipping Costs Shipping Gifts Customer Experience 130

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 19, 2024

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

Retail 289

Retail Other Customer Customer Experience 289

TalkingRetail

MARCH 21, 2024

Following this week’s technical payment issues experienced by Greggs, the latest in a wave of similar retailer issues, some observers believe it highlights the continued importance of cash in UK society.

Retail 145

Retail 145

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 18, 2024

Last week, we issued our analysis of the Q4 2023 earnings announcements of large public technology service providers. Our takeaways? First, tech service providers grew much slower in 2023 than in 2022 signaling a belt tightening in technology spend. But providers project faster growth in 2024 fueled by core transformations and investments in AI.

Technology 424

Technology Customer 424

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.

Retail

RetailWire

MARCH 18, 2024

Tyson Foods, the well-known food processing company, finds itself in hot water as calls for a boycott surge due to allegations of planning to employ migrants at its factories.

136

136

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 20, 2024

Global design and consultancy organization Arcadis (formerly CallisonRTKL) recently worked with Saks to reinvent its West Coast flagship experience. but the company also has worked with its portfolio of luxury clients on a range of new store designs and experiences. Based on the innovation that’s evident in all these projects, Sterling Plenert , Principal at Arcadis, believes the broader industry has a lot to learn from luxury players.

Social Media 278

Social Media Specialty Retailers Department Stores Presentation 278

TalkingRetail

MARCH 20, 2024

New research from the Chartered Trading Standards Institute (CTSI) indicates that Trading Standards Officers support the proposed Smokefree Generation Policy. A survey of local authority Trading Standards professionals has found that 80% of respondents support the government’s plan to stamp out smoking in a generation.

Retail 130

Retail 130

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 19, 2024

“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.

Customer Experience 410

Customer Experience Customer Marketing 410

Advertisement

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.

POS

Algopix

MARCH 17, 2024

In the vast ocean of e-commerce, Amazon stands as an undisputed giant, offering an expansive platform for sellers to showcase their products to millions of potential customers worldwide. However, with great opportunity comes great competition. To succeed in the bustling marketplace of Amazon, sellers need to arm themselves with the right tools and strategies for product discovery.

eCommerce 116

eCommerce Information Improvements Consumer 116

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 21, 2024

Target ’s announcement earlier this month that it was launching a paid membership plan almost felt like a foregone conclusion. Amazon ’s Prime membership has been paying dividends for the company for decades, and after Walmart followed suit with Walmart+ in 2020 , it was only a matter of time before Target entered the mix. With the addition of Target Circle 360, eight of the top 10 retailers in the U.S. now offer a paid membership, with the only two outliers being The Home Depot and Lowe’s.

Shipping Costs 277

Shipping Costs Subscription Consumer Games 277

TalkingRetail

MARCH 21, 2024

Following the recent announcement of a new vaping tax which will make products more expensive from October 2026, new insights from research and insights agency Opinium reveal that more than half (56%) of current vapers predict black market e-cigarette and vape sales will increase if… This story continues at Survey: More than 50% of vapers think price increase will boost black market Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

Marketing 119

Marketing Retail 119

Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 18, 2024

New legislation just passed in the US House of Representatives signals that TikTok regulation is coming. The core argument made by US lawmakers centers around US user data making its way into the hands of the Chinese government. There’s another issue at hand, however: TikTok’s influence over young US voters.

Marketing 410

Marketing Consumer Social Media Channel 410

Advertisement

The linear flow of make > use > dispose is unsustainable. Not only is it at odds with the realities of modern society, but it also fails to meet evolving demands from consumers and regulators. Linear is out. Circular is in. Going circular is not an overnight switch. It requires forward planning and data-driven decision-making. In this ebook, you’ll see how the right technology can help brands and manufacturers secure the product data governance they need to power this circular transition.

Consumer