Retail TouchPoints

JULY 5, 2022

As consumers have turned to more sources to shop, retailers have diversified their commerce and marketing strategies. In fact, Retail TouchPoints has seen the number of channels used to conduct business grow year after year in its annual Omnichannel and Fulfillment Benchmark Survey.

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BigCommerce

AUGUST 26, 2021

Omnipotent, omniscient, omnipresent… omnichannel. Based on word association alone, omnichannel retail sounds way cooler and more… Multiplication, multicellular, multivitamin… multichannel.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 24, 2022

These investments align with the company’s intentions to strengthen its omnichannel strategy and a three-year plan to invest $1.3 Omnichannel is at the heart of our strategy and customer proposition, where we want to provide a great customer experience and a seamless user journey,” said Carl Dawson, CIO of Asda in a statement.

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Forrester eCommerce

JANUARY 6, 2020

Preparing for this years list of future channel trends has been an immersive experience to say the least. In 2019, I was able to talk to 497 companies one-on-one about their channel strategy and programs, including 130 of those face-to-face.

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Wiser

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

The stakes are high this holiday season, with Deloitte expecting cross-channel retail sales to top $1 trillion dollars this year from November to January. To succeed, omnichannel retailers and brands need to be true to their names and fully unify their selling channels. Big box retailers, like Walmart, have figured it out.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 9, 2023

Hawkins’ job is to actually deliver on all those buzzy retail aspirations — omnichannel, seamless, frictionless — and fast, because if there’s one thing the mobile-first Gen Z shopper is not known for, it’s patience. Then all of that is getting pushed out through the influencers’ channels and our channels.”

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Dynamic Action

DECEMBER 15, 2023

Summary In the evolving retail landscape, developing a strategic omnichannel approach is crucial to remain competitive. 81% of consumers expect brand consistency across channels, underscoring the pivotal role of omnichannel experiences in retail. This, in turn, leads to higher customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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ESW

MARCH 5, 2024

In the last few years, omnichannel logistics and delivery have become more than a nice-to-have. Omnichannel logistics and delivery are a must-have. Brands and retailers that have not yet adopted omnichannel strategies may be missing out on opportunities to grow business – especially in global markets.

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Optimizely

NOVEMBER 16, 2020

We recently released a new whitepaper reviewing why channel-centric solutions are missing the mark for marketers wanting an omnichannel marketing strategy. Channel-centric solutions solve for one specific channel, like email, SMS, or web.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

The 2023 Omnichannel Retail Index demonstrates that understanding what customers value and using that information to build long-term customer relationships is essential for survival. Leveraging rewards or discounts has been a solid retention strategy and a top priority for many. Tip 4: Provide better product detail for customer ease.

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Wiser

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

A shopping experience that spans channels, allowing customers to engage with a brand online, in-store, and in between. According to Commbox , 90 percent of consumers use multiple channels when making purchases. This means that any businesses that aren’t already creating an omnichannel experience are lagging behind.

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Omnisend

MARCH 23, 2020

Adding SMS marketing to your email automation workflow may be the best thing you do for your marketing strategy in 2020 and beyond. Far from a new channel in the digital marketing world, many marketers and online sellers are beginning to adopt SMS as a primary vector in their omnichannel strategies.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 14, 2020

Omnichannel Means One Channel, Not Two Connected Channels. For many retailers, omnichannel is about enabling the in-store experience online and vice versa, letting shoppers freely switch channels during their journey. Experience Will Be Top of Mind in the Post-COVID Environment.

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Algopix

OCTOBER 15, 2023

Cross-channel tracking, also known as cross-device tracking, involves monitoring customer interactions and behaviors across multiple online channels and devices. These channels can include websites, mobile apps, social media platforms, email, and more. This is where cross-channel tracking becomes invaluable.

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ROI Revolution

MAY 20, 2021

For consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands, in particular, this change in the way consumers shop necessitated a different approach: omnichannel. If you are over-invested in any one channel to sell your goods or products, and that channel goes away for any reason, you’ll be in a tight spot,” said Sharon Gee, Sr. “If

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Wiser

APRIL 18, 2024

This is particularly challenging when considering the diverse channels and regions through which products must be marketed. Digital Channels and Consumer Engagement The rise of digital channels has significantly impacted consumer engagement and sales, particularly in baby and shave care products.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 2, 2023

took the stage at The Lead Summit in Manhattan in July 2023 to talk about how they are adapting their strategies to meet the new realities of DTC retail. Those repeats and referrals simply don’t happen without a good product and a good shopping experience, as Jose Nino, VP of Global Ecommerce and Digital Strategy at the U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2022

Meanwhile, some DTC brands have hit the saturation point on digital channels like social media and display, further driving up CPA. Still, these channels carry significant costs — the kind that can make even an experienced marketer do a double take. Investing in New Channels. Invest in First-Party Data.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 28, 2022

As MINISO sets its sights on omnichannel growth, the company is leaning into other key differentiators: a strong supply chain, original designs, and licensing partnerships with some of the world’s most renowned brands, including Disney, Universal and the NBA. How would you summarize your brick-and-mortar growth strategy and objectives?

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

Unified commerce isn’t just about implementing a platform,” said Justin Racine, Principal for Unified Commerce Strategy at digital consultancy Perficient in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. The exact definition of unified commerce, and in particular its relationship to the idea of “omnichannel,” varies depending on who you ask.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 29, 2024

While more than half ( 54% ) of retailers responding to the 2023 Omnichannel and Fulfillment Benchmark Report said active physical stores are the final locations for inventory prior to delivery, retailers are increasingly using third-party services to handle the actual mechanics of picking, packing and delivering items to consumers.

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Forrester eCommerce

JANUARY 11, 2019

Leverage Channel Data To Give Partners A Better Experience: Winning In The Channel Requires Data-Driven Program Innovation Brands that provide an enhanced partner experience grow faster than their peers, are more profitable, and drive higher customer satisfaction and retention downstream.

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RIS News

OCTOBER 2, 2023

Nike is letting its consumers take the reins, poised to capitalize on a customer-driven omnichannel approach that’s backed by ongoing supply chain strengthening and increased digital capabilities.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2024

Despite expectations of a modest economic downturn, this period presents an opportunity for businesses to optimize their operations, improve marketing strategies and enhance their technological infrastructure. B2B’s Omnichannel Revolution Recent research indicates a growing digital inclination among B2B buyers.

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Optimizely

JUNE 7, 2018

But is your brand on every platform and channel that your buyers are? You most likely have a few active social channels, a great ecommerce site, and some creative paid ads on Facebook or Google. Omnichannel ecommerce is one of the buzziest terms in B2C marketing today for a reason. But how do you do it effectively?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2022

The demand for grocery omnichannel ecommerce has been fueled by the pandemic, specifically consumers’ desire for convenience. To keep up with this demand and consumer expectations, grocers will have to invest in the right forward-looking technology to evolve omnichannel offerings to meet customer needs.

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Optimizely

JUNE 7, 2018

But is your brand on every platform and channel that your buyers are? You most likely have a few active social channels, a great ecommerce site, and some creative paid ads on Facebook or Google. Omnichannel marketing is one of the buzziest terms in B2C marketing today for a reason. Think you’re ready for omnichannel?

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 28, 2020

The idea is that you can get the barometer from your customer, take a stand on something that’s relevant to them and actually modify how your business works because a lot of things are far more transparent — that’s kind of how you want to do it in the big picture, and you can use social media channels for that,” said Conder. “I

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2023

Meanwhile, consumers return to brick-and-mortar stores and seek omnichannel experiences. Retailers increasingly strike balances between direct-to-consumer ecommerce and omnichannel strategies to keep products in stores and in front of consumers. Leading retailers recognize ecommerce and in-store retail are not rival strategies.

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Dynamic Action

AUGUST 18, 2023

Summary Customers are no longer shopping via just one channel. Retailers who want to keep up must implement an omnichannel approach. The omnichannel experience entails a customer-centric approach to create a unified shopping experience for customers. What Is the Omnichannel Experience in Retail?

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

With conversational commerce solutions, brands can unlock a seamless omnichannel experience, win lasting customer loyalty and drive revenue. Customer service is an integral part of the omnichannel experience equation that should not be forgotten or neglected. Connect Your In-Store and Digital Experiences with Conversational Commerce.

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Omnisend

DECEMBER 15, 2020

The challenge for ecommerce businesses is the average customer uses ten different channels, including contact forms, social media profiles, live chat, and email—making it hard for companies to know where to focus their efforts. What is Omnichannel Support? Benefits of Omnichannel Customer Support. Learn more!

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Omnisend

DECEMBER 14, 2023

Selling on multiple channels need not cost a fortune if you do it right. In fact, selling on multiple channels should bring in more value than the cost you’ll incur on setting up those retail channels. So how can you effectively incorporate multichannel commerce into your strategy? It’s not true. hours per day on it.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Post-holiday season for retailers is a period of recovery centered around understanding what happened during the holiday and how to move forward with the transaction cycle, while also preparing for ongoing omnichannel business. Post-Holiday Omnichannel Success. Gene Bornac is Chief Strategy Officer at enVista.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2023

To get people to reach for your product repeatedly, learn how to stand out across the customer journey using a digital-first media strategy. Wine marketers have an exciting opportunity to identify ways to educate new consumer segments, show up in key commerce channels and drive marketing ROI.

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