Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 10, 2024

As we step into 2024, the retail industry is poised for a transformative year at brick-and-mortar locations, marked by innovative product trends that marry functionality with aesthetics. In retail, it’s crucial to create a welcoming, comfortable environment.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 3, 2024

Long viewed as a necessary evil, the retail returns process is emerging as an unexpected avenue for growth and customer engagement. The Cost of Maintaining the Returns Status Quo The existing fragmented and outdated returns process carries significant costs for retailers, both in financial terms and in customer satisfaction.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 25, 2023

Digital commerce in 2024 will adopt artificial intelligence and augmented reality to solve specific use cases. Overall, digital businesses will apply surgical precision, rather than sweeping change, to their technology decisions. Read our predictions.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 12, 2023

and Canada in 2024, including debuts in new markets for the fast fashion retailer. The retailer, which will be focusing the new store openings in the eastern and western regions of both countries, has slated nine debuts for spring 2024: U.S.: Uniqlo will open more than 20 stores in the U.S. Tacoma Mall, Tacoma, Wash.

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Fastr

MARCH 7, 2024

Last week, the retail industry’s top minds gathered in California for eTail Palm Springs 2024. But there were a handful of common threads between speakers – key themes that attendees couldn’t ignore at the event and shouldn’t ignore as they lead their brands through 2024.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 8, 2023

Dollar General is planning approximately 2,385 real estate projects for fiscal year 2024, including about 800 new store openings (including approximately 30 pOpshelf openings and 15 new stores in Mexico ), along with 1,500 store renovations and 85 store relocations. The discount retailer reported net sales of $9.7

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

Google Pay has partnered with Affirm and Australia-based Zip and will begin offering their pay-in-four services on Android devices early in 2024. The Zip integration is being termed a pilot launch that will begin in January, while the Affirm offering will be made available during Q1 2024. YoY and $2.5

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 19, 2024

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. But I believe that 2024 will also provide many reminders of the power of effective, empathetic, truly human storytelling that cuts through the AI homogeneity.

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Groove

DECEMBER 7, 2023

What Do I Need To Know About Etail West 2024? If you’re a retailer, technology partner, or systems implementer looking for a place to showcase your products and network, then mark your calendars! Etail West 2024 is the go-to event for staying on top of the constantly changing eCommerce world. Are you in the eCommerce industry?

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 19, 2023

Costco will replace departing CEO Craig Jelinek with Ron Vachris, who began with the retailer as a forklift driver more than four decades ago and is currently its President and COO. 1, 2024; Jelinek will remain with Costco through April 2024 in an advisory role. The retailer also announced a quarterly cash dividend of $1.02

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

UK-based travel retailer WHSmith is bullish on growth prospects for 2024, with plans to open more than 110 stores this year — and more than 50 of those openings will be in North America. The growth opportunities in North America are substantial and there is a good pipeline of tenders.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 7, 2024

next month, with an additional three stores planned for later in 2024. These immersive experiences bring to life a unique differentiated store environment with powerful brand storytelling and informed by our customer insights,” said Mary Dillon, CEO of Foot Locker during a call discussing the retailer’s Q4 and full-year financial results.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2023

So it’s no surprise that 47% of executives believe that store design and experience have become more critical to their brand strategy over the past year, according to Retail TouchPoints research. I think a lot of the time people are looking for brands and retailers to just stand behind something.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 12, 2024

As 2024 advances, the importance and reach of paid social media advertising will only continue to grow. For online retailers that want to stay relevant and competitive, it’s important to stay on top of the latest trends and strategies. Its widespread popularity and extensive reach make it an invaluable tool for online retailers.

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Fastr

MARCH 11, 2024

Next week from March 17–20, over 10,000 retail leaders and innovators will gather in Las Vegas for Shoptalk 2024. The content-rich event is the industry’s biggest of the year – serving as the ultimate hub for attendees to network and gain actionable insights on industry trends, tech, solutions, and strategies.

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RetailMinded

FEBRUARY 1, 2024

Retail and 2024 are both in full swing, and both the year and commerce kicked off at the National Retail Federation in New York City in early January. Hearing well respected leaders explain why they value AI or other technologies that are bringing retail to life. It’s like uber for retail work.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 29, 2023

Retail Group. Since acquiring Toys ‘R’ Us we have increased our global retail footprint by more than 50% with openings in the U.S., We now have over 1,400 stores and ecommerce sites across 31 countries, and as we head into 2024, we are excited to bring Toys ‘R’ Us to consumers everywhere.” Retail Group in a statement.

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RIS News

JANUARY 3, 2024

The top five trends to watch in 2024 will explore technologies and opportunities that will continue to transform the retail industry. These are noteworthy items that have been hot topics among industry experts and could have a significant impact on 2024.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 9, 2023

In 2024, it won’t be your dad’s supply chain. Shoppers’ retail preferences will be unlike anything we’ve seen even just a year ago. 1: Retailers are testing brands, hiding the parent brand. . #1: 1: Retailers are testing brands, hiding the parent brand. It’s still retail, but it’s not. More fluid.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

JANUARY 16, 2024

As we step into 2024, the retail sector is undergoing significant transformations in technology, supply chain dynamics, and consumer behavior. Navigating this shifting terrain requires a tailored approach rather than a universal solution for future-proofing retail businesses.

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Practical eCommerce

MARCH 27, 2024

McKinsey & Company foresees better times ahead for global sporting goods retailers despite shifting consumer preferences and uneven supply chains. The post Charts: Retail Sporting Goods Trends Q1 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 15, 2023

The retailer also is promising enhancements by early 2024 that will include in-app ecommerce, personalization capabilities, an “evolved” rewards experience and a mobile experience for sister company Dollar Tree. “We Dollar Tree could use some positive news: it was fined $1.35

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2024

Additionally, Sprouts is planning “the first iteration of our new loyalty program,” said Sinclair, testing the program beginning in summer 2024 as it prepares for a full launch in 2025.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2024

As 2024 unfolds, the B2B ecommerce sector is undergoing significant transformation driven by technological advancements and shifting buyer behaviors. Navigating digital transformation in 2024’s B2B ecommerce landscape hinges on a deeper comprehension of AI, omnichannel strategies and social commerce.

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Groove

APRIL 18, 2024

It makes it easier to manage one or more retail stores in one place. If you have a retail location, migrate to Shopify POS. Some say that it’s the secret to becoming a successful eCommerce brand. ERP systems integrate supply chain, sales, finance, procurement, manufacturing and other processes into one place. Place test orders.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

Tens of thousands of retail professionals from all over the world will fill New York City’s Javits Center for Retail’s Big Show from Jan. 13 to 16, 2024. Other retail execs sharing their secrets and success stories represent brands including Crocs, Claire’s, Sephora, Pacsun, The Vitamin Shoppe and L.L.Bean.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 13, 2024

The trend of a cautious yet resilient consumer has continued into the early stages of 2024, with high-ticket luxury and department store industries underperforming sectors that sell necessities — online retail, discount/club, automotive and grocery. Full-service restaurants are trailing their limited-service peers.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 6, 2023

Walmart Health plans to open 28 new locations in 2024, bringing the total number of sites to more than 75 and expanding its footprint into two new states — Missouri and Arizona.

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RIS News

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Though the holiday rush currently sits at the top of most retailers’ priority lists, there’s another industry-wide event just around the corner: the 2024 NRF Big Show.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In yet another sign of the triumph of streaming, Best Buy will reportedly stop selling physical DVDs in-store and online beginning in 2024, according to CNBC and other media outlets. The retailer will continue to sell DVDs and Blu-Ray discs through the 2023 holiday season.

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365 Retail

APRIL 10, 2024

London’s Business Design Centre is gearing up to host the Visual Merchandising and Display Show 2024 from the 16th to 17th of April, marking a key gathering for professionals in the realms of retail display and visual merchandising. Retail Focus, as the official media partner, invites you to secure your place at [link].

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FastSpring

DECEMBER 8, 2023

If so, join FastSpring at NAMM 2024 on Jan. Whether you’re a music retailer or a recording artist, there’s a revelation waiting for you at the show. The post FastSpring at NAMM 2024! Looking to be truly hands-on with the technology and tools needed to boost your career in the music industry? We’d love to talk with you in person!

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 8, 2023

29, 2024, a few months prior to Bergh’s departure, which is scheduled for April 26, 2024. Bergh has been elected as Executive Vice Chair of the Levi’s board until his retirement date, after which he will transition to the role of senior advisor until the end of the company’s 2024 fiscal year.

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