Wiser

JUNE 13, 2025

Make smarter decisions. Close execution gaps. Win at the shelf. Retail execution can no longer be a passive process or annual check-the-box activity. With today’s shoppers moving fluidly between screens and stores, brands must respond in real time—and with precision. That’s where crowdsourced audits come in. By tapping a distributed network of real shoppers, brands can audit thousands of stores, uncover hidden issues, and drive smarter in-store decisions—without ballooning costs or overextending

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2025

In its never-ending quest to get products to customers more quickly, Amazon has deployed three AI-powered innovations designed to speed up and streamline fulfillment and delivery processes: Wellspring, a generative AI mapping solution that draws data from sources including building footprints, customer instructions, information from prior deliveries and satellite imagery to create more comprehensive delivery solutions; A foundational AI forecasting model that adds time-bound data like weather pa

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Ecommerce Platforms

JUNE 13, 2025

If you're trying to figure out which POS system actually works for your retail store, you’re not alone. Here's the quick answer: There are five main types of POS systems retailers use—cloud-based, on-premise, mobile (mPOS) , self-service kiosks, and omnichannel systems. Each has pros and cons, and picking the wrong one can cost you thousands—I've seen it happen more than once.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2025

Subscription styling service Stitch Fix reported a revenue increase of 0.7% YoY in its fiscal Q3, which ended May 3, marking a return to year-over-year revenue growth after several years of declines. Net revenue for the quarter was $325 million , and while active clients did decline 10.6% YoY to 2.4 million , net revenue per active client continued its multi-quarter upward trajectory, increasing 3.2% YoY in Q3 to $542 per client.

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Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

Starbucks founder Howard Schultz has endorsed company CEO Brian Niccol’s bold “Back to Starbucks” strategy, first introduced in September 2024. At the 2025 Starbucks Leadership Experience in Las Vegas, Chairman and CEO Brian Niccol joined founder Howard Schultz to reflect on the company’s legacy and future, per a company blog post.

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

The digital marketplace landscape is rapidly evolving, and one of the most significant innovations transforming how platforms handle payments is the embedded wallet solution. Unlike traditional third-party payment processors that can slow down transfers and eat into profit margins, embedded wallets provide marketplaces with a dedicated financial layer that operates seamlessly within their platform ecosystem.

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

Sephora UK will open a new store in Oxford this autumn, located at Westgate Oxford, marking its fifth UK launch of 2025 and the eleventh store nationwide. The 3,919 sq ft sales floor will introduce the retailer’s signature black-and-white stripes to the historic city, offering an immersive, service-led beauty experience. This opening follows the Liverpool ONE store, launched on 22 May, and is part of a broader rollout across the country, with additional locations set for Sheffield Meadowhall, Ma

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2025

From yo-yoing new tariffs to supply chain instability to shifting consumer preferences, market turbulence is hitting retail hard. As volatility becomes the new normal, retailers are leaning into sustainability – not just as a value statement and “nice-to-have,” but as a strategic lever to cut costs, boost efficiency, stay resilient and weather economic headwinds.

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

Brand identity is shaped by more than colour schemes and logos. Every touchpoint matters, and that includes physical items people use every day. Customisable goods have moved from promotional afterthoughts to meaningful assets in a company’s toolkit. As professionals seek ways to keep their messaging consistent and relevant, the value of tangible brand representation continues to grow.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

When word spread that In-N-Out Burger would stage a one-day pop-up at Sydney’s Coogee Bay Hotel on June 11, lines began forming before dawn. By 9 a.m. opening, the queue snaked down Arden Street as die-hard fans—and curious first timers—waited hours to grab the cult chain’s Double-Double, Animal Style, and Protein Style burgers flown in and cooked by the brand’s own U.S. team.

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Wiser

JUNE 13, 2025

Major retailers are continuously running thousands of SKUs, juggling multiple marketplace sellers, and constantly under pressure to stay both competitive and profitable. Price wars erupt, events like “Cyber Day” explode in importance and everything happens in real time. For one top South American electronics and consumer‑goods retailer, this needed to change.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 13, 2025

David’s Bridal will work with universal gift registry platform MyRegistry.com to offer a seamless process for consolidating all of a couple’s favorite gifts, regardless of where they’re sold or the product category. Customers can now sync with existing store registries, add products from any retailer or create cash funds for honeymoons or a new home, all while receiving expert concierge support throughout the process.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

Fresh on the heels of its logo update and introduction of AI assistant Sparky , Walmart is now taking another step towards revamping its image, doing so via a new ad campaign featuring Hollywood actor Walton Goggins. Goggins, currently enjoying recent fame due to his inclusion on popular series including “White Lotus,” “Fallout,” and “The Righteous Gemstones,” is front-and-center in the midst of Walmart’s latest marketing blitz, according to Forbes.

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

Automated Clearing House transactions (ACH) are seen as an integral component in the way that money moves electronically in the US. It could be a paycheck hitting your bank account through direct deposit, a monthly mortgage payment being pulled from your account automatically, a business paying vendors via bank-to-bank transfer, or ACH credit card processing.

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Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

Large retailers are finally embracing cryptocurrencies as they become a more mainstream method of financial transfers. So much so, even Walmart and Amazon are reportedly exploring options to create their own U.S. dollar-backed stablecoins for consumers. According to a Wall Street Journal inside source, Amazon is in the exploratory phase of issuing a stablecoin for online purchases.

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TalkingRetail

JUNE 13, 2025

The government’s spending review, revealed this week, offers little in the way of support for beleaguered small businesses, says the Fed.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

When Walmart shoppers opened The New York Times last weekend, they probably expected sale flyers, not a 650-word political broadside. Yet there it was: a full-page “No Kings Day” advertisement signed by Christy Walton, billionaire widow of founder Sam Walton’s son, John. The copy urged Americans to show up on June 14 town-hall events, honor U.S. alliances, and “defend against dictators.

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RetailDive

JUNE 13, 2025

The company told BMO Capital Markets it has mostly repaired supplier relationships, though luxury brands tell other analysts its ability to pay remains a top concern.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

A 50% tariff on imported “steel-derivative products” is set to take effect on June 23, according to a notice released by the U.S. Commerce Department. Once the new customs fee begins, consumers are likely to see price hikes on several household appliances, like dishwashers, washers, dryers, garbage disposals, and refrigerators. In March, the Trump administration implemented a 25% tariff on steel and aluminum.

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TalkingRetail

JUNE 13, 2025

Smoking and ‘next-generation’ tobacco products have been a cornerstone of the UK independent convenience sector over the years. It’s a massive revenue stream, especially since vaping has emerged as the UK’s fastest-growing retail category, with sales more than doubling to £1.7bn in 2024.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

Despite persistent, but calming, inflationary pressure and other macroeconomic concerns, American consumers appear to be more optimistic than they have been since 2024 drew to a close. According to a University of Michigan Survey of Consumers released June 13 , U.S. consumer sentiment improved by 15.9% from May’s index reading of 52.2, to 60.5 — the highest recorded figure since December of 2024.

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TalkingRetail

JUNE 13, 2025

Nationwide consumption of counterfeit and contraband cigarettes remains at two-year peak level, according to the latest KPMG Report on Illicit Cigarette Consumption in Europe, commissioned by Philip Morris International (PMI).

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RetailDive

JUNE 13, 2025

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TalkingRetail

JUNE 13, 2025

Convenience stores lost more than £5m in sales during the first week of the government’s ban on disposable vapes, claims one data analyst, while more than £1m-worth of illegal vape sales were still taking place.

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Canadian Special Events

JUNE 13, 2025

Let’s be real: environmental concerns aren’t trending right now. Clients are watching their wallets, not their carbon footprints, but here’s the thing—sustainability isn’t just about saving the planet. It’s about running a smarter, more profitable business. Why Bother Simple: Because it works. While others scramble to cut corners, smart event planners are discovering that sustainable practices lead to lower your operating costs, better vendor relationships, stronger

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

Workplace identity authentication is the basis of workplace security and workplace integrity. With the rise of remote work and hybrid work patterns, impersonation and credential-based attacks are now problematic. By adopting strict identity-proofing processes, organizations will be assured that workers and contractors are authentic, the company property is secured, and sound working conditions are ensured.

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Practical eCommerce

JUNE 13, 2025

Our "Ecommerce Conversations" host, a seasoned entrepreneur, evaluates good and bad reasons to sell a business. The post Don’t Exit for the Wrong Reasons appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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RetailWire

JUNE 13, 2025

The restaurant industry is booming as a go-to entry point for teens and young adults breaking into the workforce, contributing to the addition of nearly half a million summer jobs across the country. The National Restaurant Association’s latest summer employment forecast predicts restaurants will hire 490,000 workers this season. Those numbers are up from last summer, when eating and drinking places added 459,000 seasonal jobs.

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365 Retail

JUNE 13, 2025

Farming operations often rely on various equipment to ensure efficiency and productivity. One critical piece of machinery is the pump, essential for water management. Among the options available, non-submersible pumps stand out for farm tanks. These pumps offer unique advantages tailored to agricultural needs. This post explores why they are well-suited for this purpose and examines their benefits and ideal applications.

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Forrester eCommerce

JUNE 13, 2025

For risk professionals, leading through 2025’s volatility has been like living in an “Alice in Wonderland” unreality. Risk teams have never been more important as a function to guide their businesses though challenges such as geopolitical risk events, trade disruption, economic volatility, and regulatory disruption.

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