Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Augmented reality (AR) has evolved from a novelty into a critical investment for retailers that want to capture audience attention and dollars. Businesses that offer AR-driven experiences are 41% more likely to capture consumer attention than those that do not, according to Deloitte, and 66% of consumers are interested in using this tech while shopping.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 23, 2024
There was a time when automatic call distributor (ACD) systems and customer relationship management (CRM) systems did very different things, with some integration but no real overlap. In the support world, CRM systems managed tickets and customer details, while ACD systems connected callers to agents and managed interactions.
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Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Ebay , the OG of online resale, has released its fourth annual Recommerce Report highlighting what many of us already know anecdotally — that the sale of secondhand goods is growing across categories and channels, especially as economic conditions continue to push consumers to seek out value pricing. In fact, saving money was the number one reason consumers indicated for purchasing “pre-loved” goods, with 62% ranking it as their top driver, followed by: Sustainability /environmental benefits ( 2
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 23, 2024
IT platform teams’ responsibilities in 2024 are expanding radically. They’re being asked to provide cost-effective alternative solutions for the VMware virtualization technology that typically dominates enterprise IT.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Instacart is enhancing its partnership with Peacock with the launch of a custom, curated cart experience based on the new Bravo reality series The Valley. Cast members of the show, which debuted in March 2024, were once nightlife regulars who are now dealing with home ownership, kids and backyard barbecues. The Instacart x The Valley Block Party Cart gives fans a shoppable experience, allowing them to engage with the series via offerings including: Chicken wings, chicken tenders, fish sticks and
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The company said it could expand its global fleet by 1,300 or more additional stores in coming years, spurred in part by department store closures.
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Practical eCommerce
MAY 23, 2024
We queried 30 founders, owners, marketers, and SEO specialists. Here's what they're reading. The post Favorite Books of Ecommerce Pros Q2 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
The Children’s Place President and CEO Jane Elfers has left the company, effective May 20, 2024. Board Director Muhammad Umair has been named President and Interim CEO as the retailer seeks a permanent replacement for Elfers. Umair, who joined the board in February 2024, was most recently a Senior Advisor for Origin Funding Partners, a global trade finance fund.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The retailer earlier this month confirmed hundreds of corporate layoffs.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Customers of The Home Depot can now get same-day delivery in as fast as one hour — including big and bulky products weighing up to 60 pounds — from nearly 2,000 stores via the retailer’s new partnership with Instacart. The nationwide expansion follows a pilot conducted earlier this year. “Our brick-and-mortar stores are foundational to The Home Depot, and expanding our ecommerce capabilities is a key part of our ongoing efforts to deliver a seamless, interconnected experience,” said Jordan Brogg
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RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
Though not yet fully restored, retailers are reporting an uptick in brick-and-mortar sales surpassing pre-pandemic levels, according to CBRE.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
TikTok has given us “girl math” and “boy math,” and now I’d like to add “Tech Math” to the mix. Tech Math is when every technology partner tells you that they have contributed (fill in the blank) $XX million in additional sales…and yet, surprisingly, the business isn’t up nearly as much, if at all. Despite being the shiny new object d’jour, AI and its halo of promises are not immune to this conundrum.
365 Retail
MAY 23, 2024
The retail sector has undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by factors such as the rapid acceleration of e-commerce, a heightened demand for sustainable products, and the implications of Brexit. The recently published “ Retail Resilience ” report investigates these changes, offering a detailed analysis of in-store retail operations and consumer expectations.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The struggling fitness brand is issuing new notes to pay off debt with a closer maturity date, just weeks after losing its CEO and laying off employees.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
The U.S. economy has outpaced expectations, showing resilience despite widespread concerns of a potential slowdown.
CPC Strategy
MAY 23, 2024
Streaming How to Buy Ads on Netflix: Specs & Tactics for Marketers By Emily Sullivan May 23 2024 Netflix, the streaming giant known for binge-watching and award-winning originals, sent shockwaves through the industry in 2022 by announcing an ad-supported tier. This move was likely fueled by a desire to reach new audiences, combat rising subscription costs, and potentially even fend off competition from other OTT platforms.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
A power outage halted Amtrak trains on Wednesday evening, causing thousands of passengers to be stranded — and they're not the only ones affected by the outage.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The skin care brand will have a dedicated storefront with products like sunscreen, facial creams and masks.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
In a significant development marking the end of an era, the city of Oakland has agreed to sell its stake in the stadium that has been home to the Oakland Athletics since 1968.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
Francine Li comes with experience from Netflix and Riot Games and joins the beauty company as it looks to “reinvigorate” its namesake brand.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
TikTok is reportedly preparing to axe large portions of its operations and marketing staff, as informed by current employees briefed on the matter.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The retailer is partnering with Pawp on a perk that will give pet owners free virtual access to a team of veterinary professionals.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
There's a new airline catering to pups that provides the ultimate luxury for man's best friend.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
Two new prototype stores include features that build on the retailer’s growing e-commerce business without hindering the in-store experience, the format’s chief executive said in an interview.
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
As travel demand evolves post-pandemic, United Airlines is strategically adjusting its routes to meet changing preferences.
TalkingRetail
MAY 23, 2024
Prime minister Rishi Sunak's flagship Tobacco and Vapes Bill looks likely to be shelved for the time being following his call for a 4 July general election.
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RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
The check-in systems at numerous hotels throughout the U.S. are operating a remote access application that is inadvertently exposing guest information screenshots to the internet.
TalkingRetail
MAY 23, 2024
Following yesterday’s (23 May) news when the prime minister, Rishi Sunak MP called the general election for 4 July, FWD is calling on all political parties to work with the wholesale sector to ensure it can thrive to play a full and active role in… This story continues at Following general election call, FWD urges parties to work with wholesale sector Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail
RetailWire
MAY 23, 2024
American Airlines is apologizing for its previous stance.
365 Retail
MAY 23, 2024
Wunderkind , the leading AI-driven performance marketing solution, today announced the launch of its AI-powered Autonomous Marketing Platform and its first application, Studio, which brings self-service tools to the creative workflow for marketers and services teams. Wunderkind’s Autonomous Marketing Platform leverages the power of artificial intelligence (AI) to streamline the entire marketing build, report and optimisation process.
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