Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 23, 2022

In its 32 locations across 12 states, outdoor specialty retailer Sun & Ski Sports can easily share customer-facing content that’s specific to the season and its stores’ individual regions, via a partnership with Carousel Digital Signage. Approximately 95% of Sun & Ski Sports’ content runs on consumer-facing displays. “A

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 20, 2024

Embrace the ‘Ceremony’ of the In-Store Experience During COVID-19 shutdowns, consumers quickly got used to browsing and buying online. Now that consumers have come back into the stores, everybody really wants an experience,” Plenert said. You have to have areas in the store that cater to these new product categories,” said Plenert.

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Social Media Specialty Retailers Department Stores Presentation 278

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 27, 2024

However, Boisson is differentiating itself by helping drive and fulfill consumer demand with a robust omnichannel strategy that creates a flywheel effect not just for the business, but for NA collectively. a more suburban area where consumers live and shop. “We The store is at the Shops at Merrick Park in Coral Gables, Fla.,

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Today, thanks to the creativity of chains like Target, Costco, Publix, Whole Foods, Wegmans, Trader Joe’s and Walmart, consumers no longer see private-label products as inferior copycats. While it is good news that consumers are engaging with store brands, they might be buying them because they have to, not because they want to.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2023

ThredUP is teaming up with TikToker Nava Rose to launch the Dump Fast Fashion Shop, an online secondhand storefront to help consumers thrift for Valentine’s Day and beyond. The company also continues to grow its resale-as-a-service offering, with specialty retailer Francesca’s tapping ThredUP to power its new resale offering.

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RetailDive

JULY 7, 2020

Specialty retailers, while giving off-price retailers a run for their money, leaned on promotions to sway shoppers, according to Wedbush analysts.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 17, 2023

As prices rise with inflation and consumers become more selective about where they shop, grocers have much to learn from specialty brands’ experiential retail success. The grocery industry has been lucky not to have the pendulum swing from the COVID closures of specialty retail.

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Specialty Retailers Payment Services Retail Outdoor 276

Retail TouchPoints

MAY 23, 2023

Our founders are not consumers in context of the ‘consumerist culture,’” Gopinath explained. The company’s goal isn’t to get consumers to buy the same products over again, but to sell those products to more consumers while also providing shoppers with things that work in other parts of their lives.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 17, 2022

There was a time, not too long ago, when it took a lot of convincing to get consumers to consider secondhand. Now, both consumers and the retailers that serve them are quite willingly jumping on the resale bandwagon, driving an already hot sector toward even further growth. Retailers and Brands Take the Baton.

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RTP blog

SEPTEMBER 17, 2018

Up to 90% of consumers use their phone while shopping in stores and retailers are increasingly enhancing digital transformation strategies to take advantage of the new mobile-powered shopping era across every vertical, from department stores and supermarkets to hardware, sports and specialty retailing.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 16, 2022

As its name implies, Direct to Consumer (DTC) retail seeks to appeal directly to consumers with a brand they will recognize and seek out. But as this part of the industry grows more crowded, DTC retailers are finding it tougher to make their mark. The mindset of today’s consumer is ‘I can get this stuff anywhere.’

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 4, 2021

Retail TouchPoints (RTP): I understand that although the Harmony783 company is nearly two years old, selling to consumers only started recently. Consumers today are much more aware of the things that are important to them, and sustainability is important to people. How have sales been going?

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Retail Department Stores Specialty Retailers Electronics 222

Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 1, 2022

For brands it’s a unique opportunity to tap into the fan fever surrounding one of the world’s largest sporting events while consumers also are in a festive mood. PacSun ’s new seasonal campaign is all about the metaverse, highlighting the youth retailer’s presence in consumers’ virtual and physical lives.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2021

Retailers such as Best Buy and Apple were two of the first to implement the model at scale, showing the value for businesses outside of luxury and specialty retail. consumer health concerns still loom, according to survey data from Shopkick. Even with vaccinations beginning to roll out across the U.S.,

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

But that same wave of electronic innovation that gave rise to Batteries Plus also put a drain on the retailer’s business as ecommerce began to take hold. Over the last decade or so, Batteries Plus has struggled to find its place in the world of digital retail, even as consumers have become ever more reliant on battery-powered devices.

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Customer Data Customer Omnichannel Electronics 237

Retail TouchPoints

JULY 30, 2020

Only consumers only had 17% of their shopping done by early July, and 54% said they held off on spending because they didn’t know what they needed. The most notable shift between the 2019 back-to-school season and today is the strong consumer preference for technology over traditional items like apparel and even school supplies.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2020

Not all apparel retailers will be affected equally, however. According to the survey, 35% of consumers will be most comfortable shopping at department stores following the pandemic, whereas only 16%. of consumers say they will feel most comfortable shopping at standalone specialty retail stores.

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Retail Apparel Clothing Specialty Retailers 306

ChannelAdvisor

JUNE 29, 2022

That’s because the online trends and habits consumers formed during 2020 (e.g., The beauty industry’s digital transformation since the pandemic shows no signs of slowing down, thanks to an emerging generation of shoppers, new consumer habits and an increasingly diversified market. Four Trends Facing the Beauty Industry.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 2, 2022

Retailers large and small have transformed their businesses with the marketplace business model and technology. Walmart, Target, Home Depot and most big box retailers run their own successful marketplaces. However, the ecommerce operator must still source products, negotiate contracts, merchandise, price and support products.

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Shipping Costs Specialty Retailers Drop Ship Operations 246

RTP blog

JULY 17, 2019

Last week, UBS analysts described Nordstrom as a “no-growth retailer,” one that hasn’t been able to fight off pricing perception and a cultural shift in consumer spending. Macy’s would have really stood out as a place where consumers knew they would see something different any time they shopped there.

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Department Stores eCommerce Specialty Retailers Social Media 150

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

He is a well-respected thought leader with more than 32 years of experience in the retail and consumer products industries. His leadership experience includes specialty retail management at the store and district levels, plus executive-level experience at multiple consulting firms and retail technology companies.

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Omnichannel Payment Services Specialty Retailers Customer Loyalty 232

ChannelAdvisor

FEBRUARY 17, 2020

This specialty retailer is an IR Top 1000 company that tossed the old playbook long ago and built its brand reputation on a unique store concept, attracting consumers across a diverse demographic. This move gave the retailer the ability to monitor and control the consumer’s entire shopping experience.

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RTP blog

APRIL 3, 2019

Given Wayfair’s competition in the home furnishings market (from specialty retailers like West Elm. as well as from big-box retailers like Target. Additionally, consumers increasingly expect free or low-cost shipping, which can easily eat into profit margins when delivering heavy, fragile products.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 2, 2020

According to the latest reports from NRF 2020 Report and Survey, Consumers are most likely to spend an average of $30.19 on family members other than their spouses compared to $29.87 in the previous year; $14.69 on their close friends, up from $9.78; $14.45 on their children’s classmates and teachers, up from $8.63; $12.96

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 2, 2020

According to the latest reports from NRF 2020 Report and Survey, Consumers are most likely to spend an average of $30.19 on family members other than their spouses compared to $29.87 in the previous year; $14.69 on their close friends, up from $9.78; $14.45 on their children’s classmates and teachers, up from $8.63; $12.96

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Specialty Retailers Gifts Jewelry POS 52

ChannelAdvisor

JUNE 29, 2022

That’s because the online trends and habits consumers formed during 2020 (e.g., The beauty industry’s digital transformation since the pandemic shows no signs of slowing down, thanks to an emerging generation of shoppers, new consumer habits and an increasingly diversified market. Four Trends Facing the Beauty Industry.

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eCommerce Beauty and Health Social Media Specialty Retailers 52

RTP blog

MAY 16, 2018

And its new commercials emphasize Best Buy’s (and omnichannel retail’s) biggest strength: the face-to-face relationships that allow the company’s Blue Shirts and Geek Squad to gently guide customers through a complicated consumer electronics purchase journey.

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Specialty Retailers Consumer Electronics eCommerce Toys 150

Retalon

AUGUST 22, 2023

However, each business is unique, so retailers should benchmark against competitors in their specific vertical and sector. Apparel Retailers Within apparel, accessories and jewelry retailers have lower turnover ratios – around 2-3x. Electronics & Appliance Retailers Commoditized appliance sales see slower 4-5x turns.

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Food and Beverages Retail Specialty Retailers Consumer Electronics 41

RTP blog

MARCH 12, 2018

By Jonathan Marek, APT, a Mastercard company It is no secret that retailers are facing headwinds due to increasing online competition and shifting consumer preferences, among other factors. For each new opportunity, retailers must understand the impact on profits, customer metrics and channels to truly drive growth for the business.

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ESW

AUGUST 3, 2020

Consumers find subscription services appealing for several reasons, says Christopher George , Co-Founder of SUBTA. Most importantly they allow the consumer to engage in a relationship with the brands,” he says. “In Over two-thirds of American consumers (69%) have multiple subscriptions and 28% have at least four.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

MARCH 2, 2020

According to the latest reports from NRF 2020 Report and Survey, Consumers are most likely to spend an average of $30.19 on family members other than their spouses compared to $29.87 in the previous year; $14.69 on their close friends, up from $9.78; $14.45 on their children’s classmates and teachers, up from $8.63; $12.96

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Specialty Retailers Gifts Jewelry POS 40

Liveintent

NOVEMBER 5, 2019

I was thrilled and honored to be featured in the pivotal report highlighting how email is still a leading touchpoint for both consumers and marketers. Email also continues to play a pivotal role in fostering the relationship between retailers and their customers. Consumers Have Limits. Email is one of our very favorite topics.

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ChannelAdvisor

FEBRUARY 18, 2020

As the e-commerce industry continues to evolve, so does the consumer buying journey. Today’s consumers are more informed, more savvy and more demanding than ever before. EST to learn more about the seven phases of the new path to purchase, essential strategies to find and connect with consumers along their journey and more.

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eCommerce eCommerce Software Food and Beverages eCommerce Platforms 52

Korona

DECEMBER 22, 2022

As the popularity of online shopping continues to grow, many states have loosened up their regulations surrounding the shipping of alcohol directly to consumers. This article will explore how to ship alcohol where it is legal, detailing the process of shipping beer and liquor directly to consumers.

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Shipping POS Merchant Services Specialty Retailers 52

retailnext

MAY 17, 2020

For years retailers have been talking about the store of the future, how to compete with Amazon, and how to best serve today’s digitally driven customer. The pace has been maddeningly slow – both as an executive in retail technology and as a consumer. With information comes opportunity (and responsibility).

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Specialty Retailers Operations Technology Consumer 98

Liveintent

SEPTEMBER 6, 2019

The survey found that 68% of retailers are prioritizing specific products and content for presentation in digital environments. By aligning meaningful content with the unique aspects and benefits of each product, “retailers can direct consumers’ attention to benefits that differentiate their products.”

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Marketing Retail Specialty Retailers Presentation 75

ChannelAdvisor

JANUARY 24, 2020

With a sophisticated digital marketing strategy powered by ChannelAdvisor, a leading specialty retailer that manufactures and sells its custom-designed products globally is gaining a competitive edge. Known as a major player in the industrial sector, this specialty retailer aims to become a household name synonymous with quality.

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