Retail TouchPoints

MAY 3, 2023

Forbes reports that companies are now faced with increased pressure to find new ways to track marketing behaviors. How can companies deliver personalized ads at scale, search for new customers and conquer new markets, launch effective marketing campaigns and optimize products and brand experience? trillion in value.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2022

Chico’s will leverage fabric’s technology, including omnichannel order management and inventory systems, to power its commerce offerings across the entire company. In return, fabric will tap Chico’s expertise as an omnichannel boutique retailer to drive its own development and innovations. “We

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2023

Stitch Fix has hired a new Chief Product and Technology Officer to lead the struggling online personal styling service’s technology, product, data science, security and IT teams. However, since Baer joined the company, it has continued to struggle financially. Tony Bacos will begin today and report directly to CEO Matt Baer.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 10, 2021

Madison Reed responded by building out its omnichannel experiences: in the last 18 months , the retailer has launched virtual hair coloring parties, added video consultations and introduced video screens at its Color Bars. We know that hair coloring, for a lot of women, is a nerve-wracking experience,” said Lande-Shannon.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2020

While the name Burton is almost synonymous with the snowboards the company began making in 1977, Burton has diversified over the years into new categories — including surfboards, apparel, goggles/optics and other sports gear — as well as expanding beyond manufacturing into direct-to-consumer (DTC) retail, both physical and digital.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 2, 2023

DTC is still very much alive and well, but digital-first companies are having to adapt to a new normal where competition is fiercer, financial pressure is ever-present and the marketing tactics that used to work so well are no longer cost-efficient. I look at DTC ecommerce in three pillars,” added Nino.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 7, 2023

Sensory Enabling Technologies (SETs) enable consumers to feel textures, smell and even perceive the taste of a product. Key takeaways: SETs enable brands to craft exemplary customer experiences online by appealing to consumers’ multisensory perception. This is no longer science fiction. augmented reality) to fully virtual (e.g.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 14, 2020

The pandemic has created challenges for retailers at many levels: business viability, supply-chain disruptions, predictability, customer relationships — the list goes on. As businesses move online, quickly adapting to maintain a seamless customer experience has become mandatory. Take a Down-to-Earth Approach.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2021

I was recently speaking with a senior executive from a convenience store chain who told me that his company had an epiphany a few months after COVID-19 took hold in the U.S.: “We We realized that our customers’ definition of ‘convenience’ had changed. Customers want personalized, convenient shopping experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 19, 2022

That is why Leslie Hand, Group Vice President of IDC Retail and Financial Insights believes that we, as consumers, go through all of our buying decisions asking a series of questions, including: Does this company have the product I want? Can I relate to this company? Is it at the price point I’m willing to pay?

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2024

This concept of starting with a deep understanding of the customer (at times more deeply even than they understand themselves) and building from that point is also the basic premise of retail’s latest technological and philosophical movement — unified commerce. Looking to dig deeper into unified commerce strategies and implementation?

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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. Post-Holiday Challenges. Creating a Frictionless Returns Process.

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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. Director, GM of Omnichannel at BigCommerce. But the reassuring strength of an omnichannel sales approach is that it’s a risk mitigation strategy at its core. Integrate new technologies.

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ESW

DECEMBER 4, 2023

The company leverages its deep understanding of local markets to create unique DTC opportunities that drive customer lifetime value. ESW is an Asendia Group company, a joint venture between La Poste and Swiss Post. ESW is an Asendia Group company, a joint venture between La Poste and Swiss Post.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 15, 2024

Based on the findings of the studies, two AI truths become clear: Retailers are looking to AI to offset a plethora of current challenges and drive operational efficiency ; and Executives see generative AI specifically as a transformational technology that will change the face of retail communications and experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 25, 2024

This year, we’ll hear senior-level executives’ perspectives on how customer experiences are evolving as content, community and commerce converge. With an emphasis on customer experience, RICE has three tailored tracks to reflect the distinct interests and needs of its key audience members.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 22, 2022

Interim President and CEO Colin Browne will resume his role as COO after leading the company since Frisk’s departure. Linnartz also led the company’s global strategy and manages Mariott’s Bonvoy loyalty program, global hotel development, operations services and design organizations. ” .

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 19, 2023

The company has successfully helped retailers like American Eagle Outfitters leverage RFID and computer vision-based inventory tracking technology to create a holistic, near-real-time view of inventory across stores to empower both associates and consumers. RTP: What capabilities are required for success from an experience standpoint?

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RTP blog

APRIL 9, 2018

By Tom O’Keefe, 4-Tell Nordstrom has long been synonymous with the words ‘Customer Experience.’ Defining what it means to provide the white glove treatment — and proving that it equates to a fiercely loyal customer base — businesses have always looked to them for strategies to enhance the customer experience.

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365 Retail

APRIL 2, 2024

In the rapidly evolving digital landscape, where e-commerce has solidified its position as the cornerstone of retail, the necessity for continuous customer support across a plethora of channels has emerged as a fundamental standard.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2023

This more expansive view of digital transformation has been one of the key lessons learned by Matthieu Houle, CIO of Aldo Group , during his five-plus years working up the IT ranks within the company. It involves not just the right technology but also the right skills, processes, and culture. How does it enhance their experience?

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GetElastic

AUGUST 10, 2021

With the global adoption of mobile devices, expansion of IoT, and dynamic behavior of customer buying habits, it’s become more important than ever for brands to take a holistic, interconnected approach to their customer’s digital experiences. Starbucks & Dunkin Donuts. Bank of America. Zurich Insurance Group.

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Omnisend

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Omnichannel marketing continues to get a lot of ink (and will do so for as long as there is a digital universe) for the very good reason that it continues to evolve. Five years ago SMS marketing campaigns were infrequent; today they are a completely normal way to engage a subset of customers, such as your best brand fans. 1: Shipping.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 5, 2022

The companies will initially focus on re-platforming the Bergdorf Goodman website and mobile application in order to expand its global capabilities and services using FARFETCH Platform Solutions (FPS). NMG has been heavily pushing technological solutions as growth tools in recent years.

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. In fact, customers that shop using more than one channel have a 30% higher lifetime value than those that only use one. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana. There are 2.14

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GetElastic

SEPTEMBER 16, 2021

Why a Hybrid Customer Experience is Essential for Today’s Consumer. In fact, customers that shop using more than one channel have a 30% higher lifetime value than those that only use one. What exactly is a hybrid customer experience? Hybrid Customer Experience Example 1: Carvana. There are 2.14

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365 Retail

JUNE 7, 2023

Amperity , the leading enterprise customer data platform (CDP) for consumer brands, has announced Forever 21 has selected Amperity to ‘maximise the value’ of its omnichannel customer data. With Amperity, Forever 21 will be able to provide more relevant, personalised customer experiences.

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Fabric

DECEMBER 15, 2023

In this blog post, we’ve compiled a list of key takeaways from this insightful discussion, focusing on how retailers can navigate the instant gratification economy, deliver true omnichannel experiences, and leverage innovative solutions like real-time inventory, order management and fulfillment, and dropshipping. 5 Key Takeaways 1.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 24, 2022

With this time of year always busy for customer experience (CX) teams, how will companies cope with individuals that are feeling more stretched, more anxious, and perhaps increasingly demanding in search of a bargain? The missing link here is technology. Accelerate experiences with AI. EJ Cay, VP UKI at Genesys.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 9, 2022

DTC ecommerce solution provider ESW will acquire Scalefast , an end-to-end ecommerce company, in a deal that is expected to close by mid-year 2022. Scalefast Co-founders Nicolas Stehle and Frédéric Bocquet, the company’s CEO and CTO respectively, will join ESW’s senior leadership team.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 19, 2022

However, the role of the store is evolving, so retailers need to consider how they invest in modern experiential and omnichannel shops. Delivering a true omnichannel experience takes heavy investments on a store-by-store basis, so retailers need to find ways to deliver connected journeys without breaking the bank.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2024

2023 was a period of experimentation for retailers, and many thoroughly assessed where this new technology could have the biggest impact. Retailers must move quickly to deploy transformative technologies or risk putting relevancy and their brand experience at risk. Support and scale customer service.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 1, 2021

As the department store sector aims to reinvent itself for retail’s digital age, iconic retailer Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) is investing rapidly in technologies that will elevate its integrated luxury retail strategy across all channels. So how does NMG see these digital investments leveling up its omnichannel game?

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 23, 2024

The positive vibe of the show was largely driven by retail executives’ obvious eagerness to explore which new technologies would help them maximize customer retention and business growth in 2024. The company also has forged a partnership with Walmart to make progress in regenerative agriculture and support local farms.

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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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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

JANUARY 7, 2022

Retail Businesses and brands will have to work hard to meet ever-evolving customer experience requirements in order to succeed and stay relevant. Did you know that returning customers spend 67 percent more than first-time customers? Display your company’s culture and principles on screens.

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