lateshipment
APRIL 25, 2022
The retail industry has been undergoing a digital transformation for years. It has improved in speed, efficiency, and accuracy, thanks, in large part, to improved data and predictive analytics technologies that allow firms to make data-driven business decisions. None of these insights would be possible without the internet of things (IoT) and, more importantly, artificial intelligence (AI).
lateshipment
APRIL 26, 2022
The importance of a quality shipping experience in e-commerce cannot be stressed enough. This is primarily due to the fact that the post-purchase (shipping + delivery) takes up 50% of the overall delivery experience. However, major e-commerce businesses leave out shipping in their strategy as they consider the onus of it to be with the shipping carrier.
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Wiser
APRIL 26, 2022
Merchandising is obviously an essential part of retail, but keeping your strategy up-to-date and profitable is difficult in a growing competitive market. There is a number of merchandising challenges that retailers are facing. Finding the right mix of time, budget, pricing, displays, and customer experience can be a big challenge when forming a successful merchandising strategy.
Groove
APRIL 28, 2022
Shambhala Publications, Inc. is a premier independent publishing company of written books, audiobooks and immersive courses that strive to improve physical and spiritual wellbeing. With genres such as Buddhism, Christianity, Mindfulness, Wisdom Traditions, Health, Yoga, Martial Arts and more, Shambhala Publications aims to publish meaningful content that enlightens society.
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.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 26, 2022
From their interactions as consumers, B2B buyers and customers are already accustomed to receiving relevant information curated by algorithms and delivered at the right time in dynamic and digestible formats. Across channels, devices, and interfaces, these audiences ask for what they want. They’re also aware of how their behavior drives the algorithmic co-creation of interest-based […].
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 29, 2022
Resale has a new player with the launch of DICK’S Sporting Goods ’ in-store buy-back program, available in select markets through a partnership with outdoor and adventure gear resale platform Out&Back. DICK’S will pilot the program at DICK’S Sporting Goods locations in Pittsburgh and Lakewood, Colo. and its Cranberry Township, Pa. Public Lands location.
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Groove
APRIL 29, 2022
What is SMS Marketing? It’s 2022, and people are using their cell phones now more than ever before. With this uptick in cellular device usage, SMS marketing is a hot topic for eCommerce marketers. So, what exactly is SMS marketing ? SMS marketing stands for Short Message Service 一 or text messaging. Brands are now using text messaging to send promotional messages, updates, company announcements and more to consumers that provide consent.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 25, 2022
European governments, businesses, and societies need to prepare for a fundamental transformation of their skills base to survive and thrive. To drive sustainable growth and innovation and to prepare for the future of work, European businesses depend on a blend of digital and technology-related skills as well as critical thinking, problem solving, resilience, active learning, […].
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 25, 2022
Supply chain management is the heart of retail management and has the ability to inform the overall health of a business. As a result, businesses looking to gain a competitive advantage in the global marketplace are investing more heavily in supply chain management. Investment in the proper technologies needed to build a strong supply chain not only enables prompt replenishment of products in inventory, but also optimizes planning capabilities in rapidly evolving business ecosystems while minimi
BigCommerce
APRIL 29, 2022
Women’s History Month serves as a dedicated time to honor generations of trailblazing women.
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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.
Groove
APRIL 26, 2022
A Comparison of HubSpot vs Mailchimp. Finding the right eCommerce marketing platform for your company’s needs is a huge decision that requires a ton of research and consideration. Researching the similarities and differences between HubSpot vs Mailchimp is a great first step in the right direction. Let’s get right into it! 1. Pricing. HubSpot. HubSpot has numerous pricing structures based on tiers.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 26, 2022
Are you facing the dilemma of improving service work? Service outcomes depend upon knowledge workers getting things done. Whether you’re servicing a laptop or a train, it’s all just operations. Service improvements require insight into what work needs to be done, who is doing the work, and where the work in progress is. But often, […].
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 29, 2022
Ecommerce returns are the new reality for retailers, but their rapid rise doesn’t have to crush conversion rates and profitability. Instead, brands should put themselves in shoppers’ shoes. Consider how returns are central to the customer experience and can create a competitive advantage, differentiate a brand and increase customer lifetime value. Turn Returns Upside Down.
Ecommerce Platforms
APRIL 29, 2022
The debate of Shopify POS vs Clover POS can be more complex than it seems. Both of these tools have a lot of benefits to offer the average ecommerce seller. With both Clover and Shopify, you can sell products online and offline, manage payments from a multitude of different sources, track your inventory and so much more. While Clover POS is most commonly associated with payment processing and merchant accounts, Shopify is more likely to be the solution you look at if you’re planning on expanding
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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.
My Wife Quit Her Job
APRIL 29, 2022
Amazon requires sellers with gross sales over $10,000 a month to have product liability insurance in order to sell on Amazon. If you hold a valid insurance policy, Amazon will pay for legal claims under $1000 for personal injury and product damage on the sellers behalf. In this post, you’ll learn… The exact Amazon insurance requirements How much insurance you need to purchase The best Amazon insurance providers for your business The easiest way to get Amazon seller insurance Why Do A
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 28, 2022
XR designers cut corners because of the limitations of headsets but XR streaming from the cloud could liberate them.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 29, 2022
BJ’s Wholesale Club is testing out a smaller store format called BJ’s market. The first 43,000 -square-foot concept store opened in Warwick, R.I. and will feature top-selling fresh foods, produce and seasonal products in what is designed to be a more convenient and efficient shopping space. BJ’s market will offer the same product sizes and pricing as BJ’s club stores, as well as the same omnichannel services such as curbside pickup and same-day delivery.
lateshipment
APRIL 28, 2022
Working in retail is hectic. Working at an e-commerce store comes a close second. While looking for e-commerce retail memes to share with you for laughs (help you relax), I found that a lot of them were only based on marketing, website optimization, sales, etc. Which made me realize that the remaining half of the CX, the post-purchase, is involuntarily left out by e-commerce brands not just for memes but in their business operations as well.
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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.
My Wife Quit Her Job
APRIL 27, 2022
Today I have Steven Weigler on the show. Steven is the founder of Emerge Counsel, which is a law firm that specializes in intellectual property protection. If you sell on Amazon, you know that counterfeits and knock-offs are still a very serious problem on the platform. In this episode, Steve and I talk about low-cost ways to protect your IP from evil Amazon sellers.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 29, 2022
L'orientation des projets de transformation digitale, et par conséquent les stratégies sous-jacentes de sourcing, de recrutement et de gestion des talents IT, doivent toutes évoluer.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 27, 2022
Food retail demand has become fractured across multiple channels, with traditional brick-and-mortar formats losing out to the online medium. In 2019, online grocery accounted for 6.3% of total US grocery sales. Then in 2021, grocery ecommerce sales reached 9.5% and are predicted to increase to 11.1% and then 20.5% in 2022 and 2026 respectively. The sign is clear — ecommerce is here to stay.
GetElastic
APRIL 27, 2022
How to Know if Your Commerce Platform is Truly API-first? In case you missed it, last week I covered what it means to be API-first , and how that’s different from a code-first approach. In this piece, I’ll write more about what API-first means for commerce, and why it’s not as hard to implement as you may think. The lingua franca amongst commerce vendors in 2022 is composable and API-first.
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.
Salsify
APRIL 28, 2022
After becoming increasingly accustomed to shopping online, today’s consumers seek omnichannel, hybrid shopping experiences that offer the best of both brick-and-mortar stores and ecommerce websites.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 29, 2022
As corporations look to express their commitment to the Earth and its earthlings, nature-based solutions (NBS) have taken on new urgency in the boardroom and sometimes not for the right reasons. First things first: NBS are defined by Forrester as natural and nature-based solutions to the consequences and causes of climate change that reduce an […].
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 25, 2022
It might seem counterintuitive for retailers to focus on returns when they are so focused on trying to convince customers to buy products in the first place (and rightly so). However, return policies actually have a major influence on whether shoppers go through with a transaction — particularly for increasingly popular online purchases. Nowhere is this delicate equation more critical than during the holiday season, when a larger proportion of purchases are gifts, raising the potential for misma
SheerID
APRIL 29, 2022
Brands in numerous industries partner with SheerID for Teacher Appreciation Month to provide exclusive offers to the 6.7 million educators in the US.
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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.
Salsify
APRIL 26, 2022
After a couple of years of pandemic-related social isolation, many of us could probably use a reminder: “No man is an island, entire of itself.”.
Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 29, 2022
It’s not your fault you don’t understand “headless commerce.” Great products have great names that express what they are and why they’re good. Like “doghouse” or “sugar-free gum.” But headless commerce … that’s confusing, and it’s poorly messaged. Let’s run two tests to illustrate this. (Full disclosure: This is a roast of headless commerce.) Round […].
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 25, 2022
Conscious consumption is on the rise and two big names in retail have launched new programs to tap into the consumer appetite to shop sustainably. eBay has launched a program to sell defective merchandise from more than 100 brands in the UK, while lingerie brand Adore Me has debuted a new marketplace that will exclusively feature sustainable fashion brands. eBay UK Features ‘Imperfect’ Products from North Face, Puma and More. eBay UK describes its new “ Imperfects ” program as “the fashion equiv
Ecommerce Platforms
APRIL 29, 2022
Businesses juggling multiple accounts, each with different passwords, may find themselves in a situation where passwords need changing. Or requiring to grant someone access to said passwords. To do this safely, passwords need encrypting to prevent hacking and data breaches. This is where cloud-based, self-hosted password managers come into play. This sort of online tool allows businesses to manage all their passwords from the convenience of one place.
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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.
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