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Embedded Finance: Making Payments Possible in New Frontiers

Retail TouchPoints

In fact, embedded finance will be a $777 billion opportunity by 2029. In doing so, businesses as diverse as consumer goods suppliers, transport operators, healthcare providers and entertainment companies can layer payment services into their processes, attract new customers with seamless payment journeys and generate additional revenues.

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Joann Enters Structured Bankruptcy; Stores and Site to Remain Operational

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As it seeks to find firmer footing, Joann has entered a Transaction Support Agreement (TSA) with a majority of its financial stakeholders and other parties that includes commitments for approximately $132 million in new financing. The 800+ -store crafts retailer has initiated voluntary prepackaged Chapter 11 cases in the U.S.

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Joann Ready to Reemerge from Bankruptcy as Private Company

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Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware has approved the company’s reorganization and recapitalization plan, which includes commitments from its financial stakeholders and other parties for approximately $132 million in new financing.

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Laying the Operational Foundation for Autonomous Stores

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While autonomous stores and technological innovation are high on the retail agenda, the infrastructure and operational efforts that enable them aren’t often given the same broad attention. These operations may struggle to adapt to the unique needs of automated checkout systems and smart stores.

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Under Armour Appoints Hospitality Veteran as President and CEO

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Linnartz was appointed President of Marriott in 2021 and currently is leading the hospitality brand’s multi-billion dollar technology transformation, designed to improve customer experience, drive topline revenue and increase operational efficiency. Early in her career, Linnartz worked with Hilton Worldwide. ”

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Desigual powers digital transformation of operations and customer experience in partnership with YOOBIC

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Spanish fashion retailer, Desigual , has increased employee engagement and streamlined operational efficiencies in partnership with YOOBIC , the digital workplace solution for frontline teams. Desigual is an international fashion brand that was established in Barcelona in 1984.

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Inventory Accuracy: The Not-so-Secret Ingredient for Holiday Sales Success

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With Salesforce’s 2023 holiday predictions forecasting that BOPIS (buying items online for in-store or curbside pickup) will influence $28 billion in incremental sales during the holiday season, retailers seeking to capitalize on this revenue opportunity need to ensure their store operations and inventory management practices are up to par.