Optimizely

APRIL 5, 2018

Many B2C brands are making the leap and shifting away from retail and toward direct-to-consumer (DTC). But should your GPG brand start selling direct-to-consumer? What does it mean to shift to direct-to-consumer? Direct-to-consumer means exactly what it sounds like: using ecommerce platforms to sell products directly to buyers.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 18, 2021

Consumer expectations of retailers have been transformed by their experiences buying from Amazon and other innovative retailers that are able to provide fast, efficient omnichannel experiences. In tandem, consumer expectations have grown. Recent data shows that people plan to buy more gifts and spend more money than they did in 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 2, 2024

Since the pandemic, seven in 10 consumers have used mobile devices and apps for shopping, and it’s not just millennials and Gen Z; Gen X and baby boomers are 68% and 56% more likely, respectively, to use their mobile device to make purchases than they were a few years ago. of ecommerce sales in 2024. Take E.l.f.

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ROI Revolution

JUNE 6, 2022

Direct to consumer (D2C or DTC) refers to brands that bypass third-party retailers and wholesalers to sell products directly to customers. As an online-centric business type, D2C has experienced tremendous growth over the course of the coronavirus pandemic as consumers have reduced their in-store shopping. of all D2C sales.

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eCommerce Consumer Marketing Shipping Costs 78

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2021

With these sweeping shifts in consumer needs, retailers relied on data more than ever to quickly position themselves to create the kinds of offerings and experiences that consumers expected during this unprecedented period. Real-time data is the key for 2021. CPG will thrive with D2C. The auto industry speeds to digital.

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RTP blog

MARCH 19, 2018

Well, you don’t need to care, but Charles Darwin would argue you should: “It’s not the strongest of the species that survive, nor the most intelligent, it’s the one that most adapts to change.” Technology is changing the way we live, the way consumers shop and the way retailers need to operate.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 13, 2021

The 2021 Connected Consumer Series reflected the challenges retail (and society as a whole) have faced during the past year, but also the growing sense of optimism that is taking hold this year. The pandemic is finally ending, but the new/remade world will require a refined approach to the customer experience.

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365 Retail

JULY 19, 2022

Not too long ago, during the depths of lockdown, the direct-to-consumer (DTC) model was hailed as the saviour of retail and the future of the industry. Crucially, it gives brands the opportunity to claim ownership of customer relationships, by way of the data that it generates. Flexible supply chains.

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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. Sustainable and Ethical Practices: As environmental awareness continues to grow, consumers are placing increased importance on sustainability and ethical practices.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 30, 2024

The role of such a committee — consisting of individuals from different departments and backgrounds — extends from supply chain management to customer interaction. An AI committee can actively oversee the ethical deployment of AI in areas like personalized shopping experiences and customer data usage.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2024

Here are a few key benefits of predesigned, prebuilt data models: Time and cost savings: Employing predefined and prebuilt data models can save time while achieving useful analytical and behavioral models. Analysts save time that would otherwise be spent developing data models from scratch.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customers’ loyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Collect and Leverage First-Party Data . Stand Out Beyond Free Shipping .

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The pandemic not only dramatically altered the way consumers shop, it altered the way retailers operate. Now, inflation is adding yet another wrinkle both in terms of costs to the consumer as well as suppliers. One could argue that few, if any industries have been impacted more by the pandemic, and now by inflation, more than retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 1, 2023

External economic factors, such as fluctuating interest rates, an unpredictable housing market and persistent inflation have prompted consumers to rethink their spending habits. Faced with shifting economic and consumer dynamics, retail leaders strive to unlock strategies that turn losses into profits.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

The beauty of the retail industry today is the number of options for brands to connect with customers. Brands once had the challenge of getting customers to walk through their large store doors, supplying products they wanted to purchase and hoping they would return, but everything was limited to that in-store traffic.

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Retalon

APRIL 26, 2024

A Milestone in Customer Data Security [TORONTO, March 24, 2024] — Retalon, an award-winning provider of predictive analytics and AI solutions for the retail industry, is proud to announce that it has successfully achieved SOC 2 Type II compliance. For more information, visit www.retalon.com

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 24, 2022

More brands in categories like beauty, skincare, health and wellness — what Burt calls the “traditional powerhouse” categories — are investing in subscriptions, but there is also net-new demand in categories like oral care, where consumers that buy an electric toothbrush can get subscriptions for the replaceable head as well as the toothpaste.

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ESW

JULY 6, 2023

But as retailers and brands with DTC ecommerce channels know, meeting online customer expectations in an Amazon-dominated environment is challenging to say the least. Essentially, The Amazon Effect refers to the ways in which consumer expectations have changed as a result of shopping with the dominant online marketplace.

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eCommerce Payment Services Customer Shipping Costs 139

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 28, 2023

There’s no question that rising prices have altered consumer behaviors. Our recent survey of North American, UK and APAC consumers — which is the basis of an upcoming Eagle Eye report — found similar trends globally: 61% of shoppers worldwide are using money-saving tactics like seeking out on-sale items and coupons more often.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 5, 2022

But now, even as consumers return to stores, they have come to expect those omnichannel conveniences, meaning retail executives must find a way to make them financially viable. We’ve gotten very good at optimizing, merchandising, understanding the ebb and flow and consumer demand in those physical stores.

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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

MAY 16, 2024

Lemonis also shared that the company has entered a “wide-scoping” relationship with Salesforce that centers on cleaning and better leveraging all the customer data Beyond now has from its combined brands. million , recovering nearly half of what it paid for the BB&B IP.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 28, 2020

Seasonal hiring provides a window into retailers’ priorities, and 2020 demonstrates both the COVID-19-powered growth in ecommerce and the need to operate stores and supply chains safely. Across a wide range of retailers, three trends are driving the industry’s holiday hiring strategies: The race is on for same-day delivery.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Retailers today are faced with mounting pressure to maximize their bottom lines while maintaining cost expectations for consumers. But amid volatile market changes, ever-evolving customer expectations and increased competition online, this is increasingly challenging to realize. Customer support.

Customer Loyalty 309

Customer Loyalty Operations Improvements Customer Experience 309

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

In the rapidly evolving world of retail and consumer packaged goods (CPG), staying ahead of the competition is a constant challenge. AI is reshaping the business world as today’s future-ready retailers and consumer goods manufacturers leverage technology to streamline operations and connect more closely with consumers.

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Marketing Retail Customer Loyalty Games 95

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2023

Economic headwinds are likely to blow harder when consumers’ savings from the pandemic dwindle, which a Charles Schwab analyst believes could happen by Q3. Retailers definitely see the advantages of operating their own media networks, leveraging their rich first-party customer data and multiple touch points.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

This applies across the customer shopping journey, from customized recommendations to predicting consumer behavior and product demand as well as creating more seamless omnichannel experiences. This allows businesses to respond quickly and effectively to the customer. The possibilities appear to be endless.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

These deficiencies can make the experience even more drawn out and cumbersome than waiting in line, leading the customer to ask if it’s even worth it in the first place. Use the data you have to your advantage. The same problem exists in ecommerce.

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Payment Services eCommerce Shipping Costs Shipping 254

Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

In today’s challenging business landscape, where profit margins are shrinking, supply chains are slow and uncertain, labor shortages are prevalent and inflation is a concern, it is crucial for retailers and brands to differentiate between understanding customer habits and fostering customer loyalty in order to succeed.

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Shipping Costs Improvements Live Chat Retail 205

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 23, 2022

Forrester predicts retailers, which are already facing operational and supply chain challenges, will react to the uncertainty in 2023 by shifting to managing rising costs by rolling back offers such as free returns or delivery, and investing in optimization technologies such as order management systems. Retail is already changing.

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eCommerce Shipping Costs Retail Recommendation 201

Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Carrie Tharp, VP, Retail & Consumer, Google Cloud. These retailers are using the Cloud to unlock digital potential across their business — both online and in stores — and Carrie Tharp, Google Cloud’s VP of Retail and Consumer, is helping them do it. A big piece of all this] is also supply chain.

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Channel Omnichannel Retail Merchant Services 182

Algopix

NOVEMBER 12, 2023

With the rapid evolution of technology and changing consumer behaviors, businesses are constantly seeking innovative strategies to gain a competitive edge. It revolves around providing timely information to both the business and its customers, enabling swift and informed decision-making.

Information 93

Information Customer Experience Technology eCommerce 93

RetailMinded

MARCH 16, 2024

Personalizing The Customer Journey With AI Insights Today’s shoppers seek personalized experiences , and AI provides the tools to deliver them. AI dives deep into customer data, crafting individual profiles that fuel personalized marketing and tailored product recommendations.

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Retail Point of Sale Operations Technology 98

365 Retail

JANUARY 4, 2024

2 Invest in Supply Chain A robust and efficient supply chain is the backbone of any successful retail business. In 2024, investing in your supply chain means more than just ensuring your products are in stock. Customers today care about where their products come from and the impact of their purchases on the environment.

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Payment Services Retail Supplies Mobile Payments 52

Optimizely

DECEMBER 20, 2018

Need Supply: Market-leading editorial. Customers trust fashion marketplace Need Supply to curate the latest styles for them because their editorials read just like the kind of articles you’d get in high fashion magazines like Vogue. Online fashion marketplace Orchard Mile recognized that consumers are impatient.

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Online Retail Marketing Retail Fashion 259

Kissmetrics

MAY 10, 2021

You can use blocks to store information like: financial transactions contracts medical data supply information confidential customer data. How Does Blockchain Work for Data Security? Blockchain is a possible solution to giving customers peace of mind over their data. The data is not always accurate.

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Cryptocurrencies Marketing Social Media Cryptography 262

RTP blog

NOVEMBER 19, 2018

Here are a few areas to consider this holiday season: Ramp Up Consumer Engagement Where Needed Holiday shopping can be a make-or-break experience regardless of which channel customers are spending their time in. A smarter store makes for a faster, more efficient store ecosystem for customers and associates to enjoy.

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Retail Customer Data Operations Customer Loyalty 150