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Forecasting In Uncertainty: US Tech Market Outlook Improves To 7.4% Growth In 2021

Forrester eCommerce

The US tech market outlook has turned more positive. More people in the US have been vaccinated, businesses are starting to welcome employees back into the office, stores and restaurants have fully reopened, and the US economy is now projected to grow by 6% in 2021. Forrester’s previous report on the US tech market overall […].

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Future of Services: Micro-Factory and Retail in One

Retail TouchPoints

The service industry is on the cusp of trying to redefine itself in the new age of retail. As consumer habits and expectations continue to change toward cleaner, safer, accurate and hyper-personalized experiences — during and after the pandemic — retail is struggling to fulfill such on-demand productization and experiences safely and efficiently. Today, retail is the consumer-facing layer of complex material, manufacturing, production, packaging and logistics infrastructure.

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A Quick Osome Review: Everything You Need to Know

Ecommerce Platforms

Few entrepreneurs will tell you they have too much time on their hands as far as their business is concerned. While most entrepreneurs want to focus their energies on boosting their profits, many are bogged down with administrative tasks, including tax filing and other office work. A recent study by Starling Bank found that the average small business spends 15 hours or 19% a week on finance-related admin.

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1822 Denim Quadruples Conversions with AI Fit Technology

Retail TouchPoints

In order to maximize revenue opportunities online, many apparel and footwear brands are attempting to close the “fit gap.” This refers to the uncertainty many consumers feel shopping for fashion items as they try to determine which size is best for them. Depending on the brand, materials and how items are cut, they can either be true to size or require consumers to size up or down.

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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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Nestlé Cereals launches Paralympics on-pack competition

TalkingRetail

Nestlé Cereals is set to launch an on-pack competition as part of its partnership with the British Paralympics team. The competition will kick-off on 23 July and run until 15 September across packs of Shreddies, Cheerios, Nesquik, Shredded Wheat and Go Free, as well as the Nestlé Cereals website. There will be 550 prizes in. This story continues at Nestlé Cereals launches Paralympics on-pack competition.

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Wilson opens first store amid DTC expansion

RetailDive

The sporting goods manufacturer launched a sportswear apparel line through its e-commerce site in May, which will now also be sold in its stores.

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Facebook to invest $1B in creators in bid to bolster Reels, livestreaming offerings

RetailDive

Beefing up creator perks comes as the company faces increasingly stiff competition from TikTok and significant changes to user tracking.

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Getting Started With Cross-Border Trade to Japan

ChannelAdvisor

Have you considered selling to Japanese consumers? . If this geographic market isn’t yet on your radar, we highly recommend adding it to your e-commerce expansion plans. As the world’s fourth largest online market , Japan offers international brands and retailers an opportunity to reach a highly concentrated segment of digitally-savvy shoppers—and not just because the country’s population is more than triple that of same-sized California.

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Burlington poaches Ross exec to fill COO role

RetailDive

Travis Marquette is set to become the third C-suite executive from the off-pricer's rival as it eyes post-pandemic growth.

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Walmart is testing a completely self-checkout store

RetailWire

A Walmart Supercenter in Plano, TX, is the site of a pilot program with all the registers at the store being self-checkout. Store associates are positioned near the checkouts to help customers having any problems checking out their purchases. Kroger is also testing a self-checkout concept at one of its stores in Dallas.

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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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Digital brand platform Foundry raises $100M

RetailDive

The company joins other platforms aiming to enhance and expand digitally native brands.

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Test negative and you can stay at work even if you have been pinged, said ACS

TalkingRetail

Frustration and confusion among retailers over what to do when staff are told to self-isolate has led to new guidelines from the Association of Convenience Retailers (ACS). The advice, issued today, includes the suggestion that stores observe a clear distinction between staff advised to isolate by the NHS app and those told to self-isolate by. This story continues at Test negative and you can stay at work even if you have been pinged, said ACS.

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Burberry sales return to pre-pandemic levels despite rich tourists staying away

365 Retail

Sales at high-end fashion brand Burberry have returned to pre-pandemic levels despite some restrictions for Covid-19 still remaining in place, the company revealed. Bosses said the boost has come from them selling more products at full price, relying less on discounts, and seeing rich Asian and American shoppers spending in local stores rather than travelling to Europe to buy the latest trench coat.

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Proposal to allow under 18s to sell lottery tickets welcomed by business leaders

TalkingRetail

A government proposal to allow shop staff under 18 to sell lottery tickets even though you have to be 18 to buy them has been welcomed by the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The problem with under-age staff selling the tickets arose because new regulations have put up the age at which you can buy. This story continues at Proposal to allow under 18s to sell lottery tickets welcomed by business leaders.

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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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Supermarkets encourage customers to wear masks in shops after July 19

365 Retail

Tesco, Asda, Lidl, Morrisons and Waitrose have become the latest retailers to say they will encourage customers and shop workers to continue wearing masks in their supermarkets from July 19. On Wednesday evening, fellow supermarket chain Sainsbury’s said it will encourage all customers to wear a face covering if they can after “freedom day”. It comes after the Government published guidance for businesses which said it “expects and recommends” masks to be worn by workers and customers in crowded,

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Bringing Renters Back into The City

PERQ

When the pandemic hit, a lot of renters fled cities and urban markets for the suburbs. There are a lot of reasons. Some renters who lost their job moved back in with family, others wanted more space for their new remote lifestyles, and others adopted pets and needed more pet friendly environments. The thing is young people still want to live in cities.

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National Food Strategy is welcome, but new rules must be introduced with care, said ACS

TalkingRetail

Convenience stores will play a key role in supporting the government’s National Food Strategy, said the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) Following the launch of the strategy this week, ACS chief executive James Lowman said: “We are committed to playing our part in meeting the challenges outlined in the National Food Strategy. “Convenience retailers are.

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Getting Started With Cross-Border Trade to Japan

ChannelAdvisor

Have you considered selling to Japanese consumers? . If this geographic market isn’t yet on your radar, we highly recommend adding it to your e-commerce expansion plans. As the world’s fourth largest online market , Japan offers international brands and retailers an opportunity to reach a highly concentrated segment of digitally-savvy shoppers—and not just because the country’s population is more than triple that of same-sized California.

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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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Retailers put facial recognition tech to work and protests follow

RetailWire

Ace Hardware, Albertson, Lowe’s, Macy’s and other retailers are deploying facial recognition technology in stores to increase security, reduce shrink and maximize profits. This has led to consumer including organized push back from groups which are looking to strictly limit the use of the technology if not banning it outright.

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The Weekly Closeout: J.C. Penney's inclusive kids apparel brand and the second(ish) item in Yeezy Gap

RetailDive

The department store launched a label in time for the back-to-school shopping season, and the rapper seems to be aiming for a repeat of its first product drop.

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Young customers push Burberry sales to pre-pandemic levels

RetailWire

Burberry, which operates 454 stores, reports that sales in the last quarter were up 86 percent over 2020 and one percent from 2019, as younger consumers purchased the luxury retailers clothing and accessories. “We saw strong growth across our strategic categories, in particular, leather goods and outerwear, and exited markdowns in digital and mainline stores,” said CEO Marco Gobbetti.

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Living in Two Places

eCommerceFuel

Building an amazing life is just as important as building a thriving e-commerce store, and today we’re talking about something that has made a huge impact in my life: splitting time between two different places. I was hesitant about doing an episode on this topic for a long time, but I decided to share for three reasons: the impact it has had, the questions I get asked about it, and the challenges that sometimes come along with it.

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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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Retail sales rose in June

RetailWire

U.S. retail sales rose by 0.6% in June as consumers left their homes to shop in stores. “ (Retail) sectors that were buoyed by the pandemic are slowing down a little bit, but not to a degree that I’d be concerned about,” said Felipe Chacon, an economist at Square. “Household finances have been bolstered by a few rounds of stimulus spending, so it bodes pretty well,” for retailers going forward.

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Apple Mail Privacy Protection, a welcomed milestone in Responsible Personalization

Dynamic Yield

Learn about updates discussed during Apple’s Worldwide Developers Conference and why Dynamic Yield's personalization capabilities will not be impacted by any of the new limitations imposed by Apple's new "Mail Privacy Protection" features. The post Apple Mail Privacy Protection, a welcomed milestone in Responsible Personalization appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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C&S Wholesale Grocers to acquire Piggly Wiggly Midwest

RetailWire

C&S Wholesale Grocers has entered into an agreement to acquire Piggly Wiggly Midwest. “The sale of Piggly Wiggly Midwest to C&S is a natural next step for this historic brand,” said Paul Butera Sr., president of Piggly Wiggly Midwest and founder of Butera Market. “Piggly Wiggly is more than a supermarket, it is a family of franchise operators, employees and loyal … customers, too.

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Internal Linking Guide: Actionable Tips, Strategies, and Tools

Kissmetrics

Internal links are a crucial part of a successful SEO strategy. Small but mighty, simple yet complex, internal links help navigate users through your digital content and give search engine crawlers information about how your website works. Internal links are found on almost every page on the internet. You’re probably already using them, even if you don’t know it.

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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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Craft retailers seek to build on pandemic gains

RetailWire

Craft retailers saw a bump in sales, primarily online, as Americans stayed home as a result of the novel coronavirus pandemic. Now that people are leaving their homes, the challenge for these retailers is to attract crafters to stores and build on relationships begun online.

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Impossible Foods wants to make meat processing obsolete in 15 years

RetailWire

Pat Brown, founder of Impossible Foods, expects his company to eliminate the need for animal agriculture within 15 years. He thinks this is a realistic goal as the company’s alt-meat products stack up better against animal protein in taste and cost. “When I founded the company, my premise was we can’t rely on the political landscape changing, so irrespective of how you feel about climate change, animal welfare and the public health impact of animals in the food system, we wanted to make pr

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Nordstrom needs big results from its annual Anniversary Sale

RetailWire

Nordstrom has kicked off its annual Anniversary Sale with pressure on the chain to produce big results following a tough year courtesy of the novel coronavirus pandemic. The retailer has forecast sales growth of 25 percent this year, which would still leave it short of what it did in 2019 pre-pandemic.

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