Thu.Jul 08, 2021

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Prepare For AI That Learns To Code Your Enterprise Applications (Part2)

Forrester eCommerce

Bots That Write Code Are Landing On Planet Earth The future of work for AD&D pros will have to change! Today about 70% of the work is all about the development of glue code and wiring things together. From the UI front end, to the backend of apps, as well as in the integration layer […].

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How to Build an E-commerce Brand Using Instagram When You Have No Followers

Kissmetrics

There’s a ton of advice about using Instagram as an effective online marketing tool, but it can be challenging to scale your e-commerce brand on Instagram if you are a new brand without many followers yet. New accounts often have low engagement rates, which can be disheartening, but there are ways to navigate this period strategically. Let’s talk about why Instagram as a marketing tool matters , how it can help you grow your business, and look at effective strategies to grow your e-commerce bran

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Top 143 Social Media Groups For MSPs, VARs, And Tech Channel Professionals

Forrester eCommerce

The channel is very large, highly diverse, and incredibly decentralized. Channel partners know that to be successful, they need to carve out a niche — whether that be by line of business, by industry (and, increasingly, by subindustry), by size of customer, geographically, technologically, and by business model. These six vectors are not mutually exclusive, […].

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5 Ways E-Commerce Companies Can Use BrickSeek to Increase Sales

Kissmetrics

If you’ve heard of BrickSeek, you likely know it’s a powerful tool for consumers, allowing them to track down inventory and find the best deals at big retailers. However, once you scratch beneath the surface, you’ll find out there’s a lot more to BrickSeek. Far from just a customer-facing app, it has a lot to offer e-commerce companies. In this guide, I’m going to explain how e-tailers can start using BrickSeek right now to boost their sales and revenue.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Your Buyer Is A Group, Not A Person. What Are You Doing About It?

Forrester eCommerce

Nearly all B2B buying decisions are made by groups. So why are so many marketers still oriented toward leads? Learn why, and see how Forrester's B2B Revenue Waterfall can give you better insights and results.

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Authentic Brands, Owner of Forever 21 and JCPenney, Files for IPO

Retail TouchPoints

Authentic Brands Group (ABG) — which has made a name for itself by scooping up bankrupt retail brands such as Forever 21 , JCPenney , Aéropostale and Brooks Brothers and bringing them back to life through licensing — is planning to go public. The company said in a prospectus filed July 6, 2021, that it plans to sell $100 million worth of stock, but that is a placeholder amount and will likely change.

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Retailers’ Big Opportunity? ‘Create New Shoppers,’ Advises Kantar SVP

Retail TouchPoints

Arguably, no event has disrupted the context of our everyday lives than COVID-19, and while easing regulations have inspired U.S. consumers to return to some version of normalcy, global sentiment is still mixed, according to Kantar’s Wave 9 survey of more than 10,000 people across 20 countries. Up to 70% of people still agree that the coronavirus situation concerns them “hugely,” a slight drop from 79% in April 2020.

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Top 10 Reasons To Avoid Using Nulled WordPress Plugins And Themes

MakeWebBetter

Numerous definitions of nulled exist around the web. People with different opinions have given different definitions of this term. However, if you go through each elucidation, you will be puzzled. Through this article, we will make you understand the necessity of avoiding nulled plugins and themes specifically if you’re serious about your WordPress website.

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Westfield Mall Owner Partners with Afterpay to Promote BNPL Option for Retail Tenants’ Shoppers

Retail TouchPoints

Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield (URW), owner of Westfield shopping centers in the U.S., has entered a multi-year national partnership with buy now, pay later solution Afterpay to support retailers in offering flexible payment solutions to returning shoppers. The companies will jointly invest in new customer experiences, events, marketing and on-premise advertising at Westfield shopping centers across the country, with plans to take the partnership global in the coming months.

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Why Your Business Should Be Thinking About and Acting Sustainably

Omnisend

Reading Time: 7 minutes. The convenience of shopping from your couch and having things brought straight to your door is an appealing option to many customers. It’s no surprise that in 2020, global ecommerce sales amounted to $4.28 trillion. But this ease of shopping is taking a toll on the environment. Carbon emissions result from shipping orders, manufacturing the products and packaging; it all adds up and contributes to climate change.

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The Future of Multi-Vendor Commerce

In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.

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Salsify Creates Program to Help Administrators Make the Most of the Platform

Retail TouchPoints

Commerce experience management platform Salsify has launched its Syndication Certification program. The program aims to equip Salsify implementation partners and administrator-level customers with the right tools to lead their teams in succeeding with Salsify and their digital shelf programs. The Salsify Syndication Certification path includes 11 self-paced e-learning courses and a skills assessment.

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How to Evaluate and Optimize Your Shipping and Fulfillment Systems

ecomdash

Learn how to evaluate and optimize your shipping and fulfillment systems as your ecommerce business grows to improve efficiency. The post How to Evaluate and Optimize Your Shipping and Fulfillment Systems appeared first on Ecomdash.

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Glossier Raises $80 Million to Fuel Global Digital and Physical Growth

Retail TouchPoints

Glossier has raised $80 million in Series E funding in a round led by Lone Pine Capital , along with participation from existing investors Forerunner Ventures , Index Ventures , IVP , Sequoia Capital and Thrive Capital. The retailer will use the investment to scale its global online and offline channels. The funding comes in time to help Glossier return to brick-and-mortar after it closed all stores during the pandemic, starting with three permanent physical locations in Seattle, Los Angeles and

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Entries open for Raj Aggarwal trophy to reward outstanding community retailers

TalkingRetail

The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) is encouraging retailers to submit entries for a new trophy marking the legacy of independent retailer Raj Aggarwal. Aggarwal, who owned stores in Wigston, Leicester and Hackenthorpe near Sheffield died aged 51 last year after contracting coronavirus. The new trophy will be awarded to the retailer who is judged.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Is Yeezy Gap a billion-dollar brand?

RetailDive

The retailer that once defined American casual fashion is trying to regain attention by collaborating with one of the world's most idiosyncratic artists.

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Boost celebrates 20th birthday with ‘Local Legends’ giveaway

TalkingRetail

Boost Drinks is launching a competition to “find the best local independent retailers in the business”, as part of its 20th birthday celebrations. The “Local Legends” giveaway is running until October and offers one retailer the chance to win £20,000, if they complete an online application describing how and why they go “above and beyond”. This story continues at Boost celebrates 20th birthday with ‘Local Legends’ giveaway.

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Bloomingdale's unveils concept store Bloomie's

RetailDive

The first location, which is 22,000 square feet, will open in Virginia in August as parent company Macy's continues to make good on its turnaround strategy.

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Bel UK launches plant-based cheese brand

TalkingRetail

Bel UK, owner of the Babybel brand, has launched a plant-based cheese alternative range. The Nurishh range consists of a plant-based Camembert wheel (140g; £3.50), Cheddar & Mozzarella Style Blend Grated bag (150g; £2.50) and a Mozzarella Style Block (200g; £2.50). The brand said 36% of shoppers claim to be following, or interested in following, This story continues at Bel UK launches plant-based cheese brand.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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3 Reasons Digital Marketing Matters To Your Retail Business

RetailMinded

Whether your business is engaged purely online or accepts transactions through physical stores, it needs to be digitally present. For you to stay ahead of the game, you must keep up with digital innovations and apply up-to-date marketing strategies. Although digital marketing is already a familiar and staple strategy for many establishments, some industries and businesses are still reluctant to engage in this approach.

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Tic Tac back on TV with £1.65m campaign

TalkingRetail

Ferrero is launching a campaign for its Tic Tac brand, in a move designed to “remind shoppers of the gentle refreshment in every pack”. The campaign consists of an advert running across TV and video-on-demand platforms until 30 August, at a time when impulse buys are “regaining relevance as lockdown restrictions continue to ease”. Levi. This story continues at Tic Tac back on TV with £1.65m campaign.

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Amazon partners with BigCommerce to ease fulfillment for merchants

RetailDive

The partnership gives U.S. sellers access to perks of the e-commerce giant's fulfillment network, including faster shipping and trackable orders.

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Kiddylicious expands range with pre-school snacks

TalkingRetail

Children’s snacking brand Kiddylicious is launching a range of foods made for children aged three and up, in time for the back to school season. The range includes Veggie Buttons (5x8g; £2.50), Popped Hoops (5x10g; £2.50) and Fruity Drops (4x16g; £2.50). The range is “perfect for lunchboxes, changing bags and jacket pockets” and appeals to. This story continues at Kiddylicious expands range with pre-school snacks.

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The B2B Digital Commerce Playbook for Manufacturers

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.

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Nordstrom commits to working with the 15 Percent Pledge for a decade

RetailDive

The department store is the first retailer to sign a 10-year agreement with the group, which was founded a year ago to address racial inequality in business.

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How to Implement a Pricing Strategy Based on Demand

Wiser

The law of supply and demand has been the mainstay of economics since the beginning of human history, even before money existed. It is pure logic. If something becomes necessary, it is more important, and, therefore, we are willing to pay more. This phenomenon is curious. For example, consumers are fully aware that, at Christmas, certain foods will be more expensive—yet they still buy.

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DTC swimwear brand Andie launches campaign with Demi Moore

RetailDive

Titled "Together," the effort includes Moore and her daughters to help represent strength and unity after a year largely defined by the pandemic.

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Windows 10 Emergency Security Update: What It Means for Your Retail POS System

Korona

We have a different sort of blog post for today. Microsoft has just rolled out an emergency update for Windows 10 users. This includes POS users who are using a Windows operating system. While most of our customers use our proprietary Linux system, Koronix, there are some who do use Windows. And for those of you reading who are NOT customers, it’s likely that your business runs on Windows if you’re not using Apple devices.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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In-store customer experience – a top retail focus for 2021

iVend

Retailers have never before had to be so agile and flexible, shifting their priorities as the industry changed shape before their eyes. Trends that were ‘bubbling under’ accelerated rapidly courtesy of COVID and retail looks very different to two years ago. I’ve been talking to retailers about their revised priorities. What I am hearing, and is supported by expert 3 rd party research, is a consistent pattern of four key priorities: in-store customer experience, knowledgeable staff, personalised

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2021 Back-to-School Shopping Season: Stats & Strategies for Ecommerce Brands

ROI Revolution

Published July 8, 2021. Back-to-school ad spend reached nearly $102 billion last year. With the challenges of the pandemic winding down, 2021 is delivering a huge opportunity for brands to cash in on this seasonal gold mine. A thorough omnichannel strategy is the key to unlocking your success in a post-pandemic world, rank higher on Google and Amazon, and accelerate revenue growth this back-to-school shopping season?

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SKU rationalization helps Bed Bath & Beyond achieve 95% in-stock level

RetailDive

The company expects to improve its inventory management even further as it overhauls its technology stack.

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The Retail Trust and Dunelm urge retail industry to join campaign against domestic abuse

365 Retail

Dunelm and the retail industry charity Retail Trust are calling on retail employers to join forces in tackling a shocking rise in domestic abuse. Together they have partnered with the Domestic Abuse Alliance to launch the retail industry against domestic abuse (RIADA) campaign which will raise awareness of how the retail sector and other businesses can better support employees facing domestic abuse, as calls for help rapidly increase.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib