Forrester eCommerce
AUGUST 2, 2021
Square has announced it will purchase Afterpay for US$29 billion. As an Australian, I have to admit a bit of pride in the Aussie-built Afterpay taking its place on the global stage with this deal, the largest in Australian corporate history. It seems everyone is getting into the buy-now-pay-later (BNPL) boom. What was started by […].
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 2, 2021
Throughout the past year, the retail industry has been hit hard by the pandemic. Although shoppers are currently flocking back to brick-and-mortar stores, research shows that 43% of U.S. consumers plan to regularly shop online for products they used to buy in stores — something that’s likely to become the norm for many Americans. With the 2021 holiday shopping season a few months away, it’s clear retailers need to find new and exciting ways to attract shoppers and create an impactful exper
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Forrester eCommerce
AUGUST 2, 2021
McDonald’s Corp. just named company veteran Manu Steijaert as its first global chief customer officer, who will lead a new customer-experience team. The team will combine operations in data analytics, digital customer engagement, marketing, restaurant development and restaurant solutions. After CVS and Walgreens, here too, the CMO reports to a chief customer officer, marginalizing their […].
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 2, 2021
New data from Amazon portrays recent shifts in consumer behavior through the lens of the top-selling products on the platform. Compared to this same time last year, consumers are entertaining more, traveling more and dressing up — although they are not forgoing the sweatpants altogether. It’s a stark shift from 2020, when puzzles, gardening tools, cookware, headphones and exercise bikes topped shoppers’ lists.
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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.
Forrester eCommerce
AUGUST 2, 2021
Today we released the first Forrester New Tech: Extended Detection And Response (XDR) Providers, Q3 2021. This research gives a market overview of XDR, highlights the value proposition for this emerging technology, the major players in the marketplace, and the primary vendor segments for all 29 vendors who participated. The emergence of?XDR?has?plunged security pros into?
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 2, 2021
Foot Locker is significantly expanding its product selection and footprint through a pair of acquisitions that are valued at a combined total of more than $1.1 billion. Eurostar, which Foot Locker will acquire for $750 million , will diversify the retailer’s product mix and help it serve a wider range of price points through its WSS stores. Text Trading Company, K.K., with a $360 million price tag, will give the retailer a foothold in Japan as well as access to the atmos brand.
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Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 2, 2021
Celebrity partnerships can be a powerful tool for any retailer. The built-in audience and media-grabbing appeal of the world’s most famous people make them perfect allies for brands, and they can complement more targeted influencer partnerships by providing a different kind of reach. Inclusive swimwear brand Andie has been utilizing its celebrity partners, including Claire Holt and Demi Moore, to help maintain 100% growth over the past year, with record-breaking sales every month.
Ecommerce Platforms
AUGUST 2, 2021
Ever wonder how to start a dropshipping business? In this guide, we cover the process of building and running a dropshipping store from start to finish. In addition, we talk about if a print-on-demand shop is right for you, along with other questions about the legality of dropshipping, how much money you need, and more. Keep reading to learn all about how to start a dropshipping business the right way.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) is rolling out a new design for its Cherry and Vanilla Zero Sugar variants, supported by a nationwide sampling and marketing campaign. The launch follows research which found that Coca-Cola Zero Sugar’s new-look packs are easier for shoppers to find at the fixture, which means the Cherry and Vanilla variants “will.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
Consumer demand came raging back this year. The supply chain wasn't ready for it, and now retailers, brands and consumers are paying the price.
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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.
365 Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Leading performance marketing engine, Wunderkind (formerly BounceX), is launching a new London HQ to underpin its ambitious European expansion plans. The move follows a period of rapid, accelerated growth that has seen its monthly recurring revenues (MRR) in the EMEA region increase 70% year-on-year. Supporting this expansion will be the recruitment of new talent, with a raft of new full-time positions being recruited this year across various disciplines, from sales and marketing to customer suc
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The expansion bid, which brings WSS and Atmos into the fold, provides the retailer with footholds in key growth markets in the U.S. and Japan.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Haribo has launched a £4m TV campaign for its Tangfastics variant. The campaign includes 20- and 30-second adverts running until 31 October and is expected to reach 70% of Haribo’s audience. Trade marketing manager for Haribo Claire James, said: “This is the first time we have focused on Tangfastics in an advert since 2016. “As. This story continues at Haribo unveils £4m Tangfastics TV campaign.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The acquisition underscores Square CEO Jack Dorsey's ambitious plans to build a merchant and banking empire in new directions globally.
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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.
SheerID
AUGUST 2, 2021
SheerID launches digital verification for the 30+ million New Movers each year so, for the first time, marketers can reach this lucrative segment with personalized digital offers.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The pandemic drove growth at both companies, which were poised in their own ways to take advantage of changes in shopping patterns.
RetailWire
AUGUST 2, 2021
Walmart has decided that its corporate staff and management-level employees must get vaccinated against COVID-19 by Oct. 4. The company has also begun a phased-in approach to bringing employees back to the office who have been working remotely during the pandemic.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The retailer is requiring its corporate workforce to get vaccinated as it compels many of its employees to wear a mask on the job.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
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ChannelAdvisor
AUGUST 2, 2021
The COVID-19 crisis brought monumental shifts to retail and placed the customer front and center of the shopping experience. Retail relationships came under pressure, shopping habits across geographies and generations changed — and many brands were thrust into the world of direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales. D2C was a space that was previously dominated by digital natives, but long-standing brands are increasingly taking the leap.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The delivery company, which is now valued at $15 billion, will use the funding to expand to new locations, hire talent and build out its technology.
IntelligenceNode
AUGUST 2, 2021
eCommerce has grown tremendously in the last year and a half. While it was already on its way to mass adoption, the pandemic further accelerated the shift to digital and birthed many first-time online shoppers. The growth in eCommerce has opened many new avenues for brands and is a window into the future of retail. […]. The post MAP Violations: How, When, & Why You Need to Monitor & Eliminate Them appeared first on Blog.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The digital payments company's second-quarter net income slumped as it took a bigger blow than expected from "ripping off the eBay band aid.
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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.
365 Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Many businesses have moved on using a national window cleaning service rather than doing it themselves for a number of reasons. Here are some benefits of switching over. Helps Improve The Look Of Your Business. At the end of the day, a window cleaners’ main purpose is to clean your windows so that they are clean. From a businesses point of view, this will help improve the overall look of a business.
ChannelAdvisor
AUGUST 2, 2021
The COVID-19 crisis brought monumental shifts to retail and placed the customer front and center of the shopping experience. Retail relationships came under pressure, shopping habits across geographies and generations changed — and many brands were thrust into the world of direct-to-consumer (D2C) sales. D2C was a space that was previously dominated by digital natives, but long-standing brands are increasingly taking the leap.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
Adding three distribution centers over the next five years will aid the retailer's goal to offer one-day delivery to 99% of its customers.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 2, 2021
The Midcounties Co-operative has announced a soft plastic collection scheme in more than 200 of its stores, meaning that all of its Co-op branded packaging is now 100% widely recyclable. The scheme is in addition to the similar plan announced for 1500 Co-op stores nationally announced last month (9 July). The initiative will help customers. This story continues at Midcounties Co-op launches soft plastic collection scheme.
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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.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
Whether it's the purchases themselves or the payment methods, digital platforms are now an integral part of the retail experience.
365 Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Local high streets could see 17,000 new stores open over the next 12 months as retailers look to take advantage of new hybrid working models, according to research. Barclays Corporate Banking found that consumers have returned to physical stores with confidence since restrictions began to ease, with 68% saying they have felt safe, or very safe, to return to the high street.
RetailDive
AUGUST 2, 2021
The company doubled its fulfillment network size, but it wasn't enough to meet demand for one-day delivery. (And peak season is yet to come.
Algopix
AUGUST 2, 2021
With the number of 3rd party tools available for Amazon sellers, it is sometimes very easy to lose sight of the features on Amazon seller central itself. One feature in seller central that Amazon sellers should definitely look into is the Amazon Brand Analytics report. It is a great report for product and competition research. This report gives insight into the actual marketplace data within Amazon that you can make confident actionable decisions.
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
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