Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 4, 2021
It’s a sure tell that something must be pretty bad at Facebook, Inc. when the company is forced to turn to its competitor, Twitter, to communicate with its users. We’re aware that some people are having trouble accessing our apps and products. We’re working to get things back to normal as quickly as possible, and […].
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Three of the country’s biggest retailers are taking significant steps to get consumers into the holiday shopping groove — and to do so (much) sooner than later. Beginning Oct. 4, Amazon is offering what the retailer calls “Black Friday-worthy” deals, along with Epic Daily Deals and an Amazon Holiday Prep Shop hub to help consumers organize their holiday gift-giving and event planning.
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Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The “Do More With Less” Paradox Is No Longer Sustainable Approximately half of C-suite professionals prioritize growing revenue. Meanwhile, CMOs have long been expected to acquire more customers with less marketing. Yet, four in 10 executives prioritize reducing costs. So, how will the C-suite grow revenue? New customer acquisition tops the list. Then, if you […].
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The labor crunch, inventory shortages and Delta variant concerns will put stress on this holiday season, but retailers still have a lot to look forward to. Salesforce expects U.S. digital sales to grow 10% , while shifting shopper habits will create a variety of new opportunities for omnichannel retailers. Here are the Top 10 predictions retailers should keep in mind as they plan, implement and finalize their holiday strategies.
Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Understanding how today's buyers gather information and being ready to educate and engage with them, wherever they are, is more important than ever.
BigCommerce
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Welcome to The Make it Big Podcast, a bi-weekly audio series about all things ecommerce by BigCommerce. We live in a hybrid world.
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Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Claire’s has filed for an IPO that would value the company at $100 million. In its filing, the retailer noted that it achieved total net sales growth of 93.1% compared to the same period in 2020 and 3.4% compared to the same period in 2019, showing significant growth since its exited from bankruptcy in 2018. Claire’s is already working to build on this momentum through the launch of its Cdrop subscription box service in September 2021.
Kissmetrics
OCTOBER 4, 2021
30 percent of all retail sales occur between Black Friday and Christmas. This means preparing your e-commerce site for this busy period is essential to success. The good news is, small changes can make a big difference to your revenue. The level of competition for Black Friday e-commerce sales is off the charts, which means it pays to start preparing now.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Luxury resale marketplace The RealReal has teamed up with luxury fashion site Mytheresa to educate consumers about the value of resale and encourage online consignment of upscale goods. The partnership one of several new sustainability initiatives introduced by The RealReal to mark the fifth annual National Consignment Day. The RealReal also is marking the holiday with an expansion into non-fashion categories such as outdoor gear and electronics and the launch of an innovation lab to test new so
Retail Technology Review
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Online shopping is booming. But with online shopping comes the cost – and the hassle – of online returns, and this occurs quite frequently when it comes to clothing.
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Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Shopify LA , the commerce platform’s physical space targeting the Los Angeles community, has reopened with new features including pop-up stores. The space, which Shopify calls “an all-in-one destination for entrepreneurs,” closed in March 2020 due to COVID concerns. With the reopening, Shopify has added a pop-up shop for local brands to sell their goods; a podcast studio; a photo studio designed for product shots; and a space for kids to explore while their parents get entrepreneurial coaching a
Retail Technology Review
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The massive growth in online shopping has led to a sustained change in the way customers interact with businesses, as they adopt the growing number of communication channels available and expect queries to be answered faster than ever before. According to TelcoSwitch, this has raised the stakes as far as omnichannel capabilities are concerned, and businesses need to adapt quickly.
Inflow Insights
OCTOBER 4, 2021
When news of Apple’s iOS 14.5 first hit digital marketers’ inboxes, there was an uproar. How would paid social advertisers continue to run effective campaigns and ads without crucial audience data? Six months later, the outlook is not so bleak — and we’ve actually discovered a few strategies to keep Facebook ads working for your brand in this new privacy landscape.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Stimulus, vaccines and easy money have lifted even rickety ships in retail. Is it just a wave, or a new era of less distress?
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365 Retail
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Cake Box has revealed that its sales have almost doubled for the past six months amid a strong recovery in customer demand. The high street cream cake retailer said it was buoyed by its continued expansion , opening 20 new franchise sites over the six months to September, to bring it to a total of 174 stores. Egg-free cake retailer Cake Box has unveiled its latest results (Cake Box/PA).
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Although online behavior is centered more on search and lists, retailers have significant opportunities to drive unplanned purchases and maximize baskets.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Forecourt giant EG Group has snapped up Cooplands, the UK’s second biggest bakery chain, as it continues to expand its food service operations. EG, which operates 6,000 forecourts globally and around 400 in the UK, bought the Scarborough-based chain for an undisclosed sum. Cooplands, which is predominantly focused in the North East and Yorkshire, was founded in 1885 and employs more than 1,600 staff.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Things are much better in the industry than in recent years. Retail will always be a tough business, though.
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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.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 4, 2021
With 12 weeks to go to Christmas, Selfridges London opens its Christmas Shop helping customers to plan and prepare for festive moments to dream of. The opening of the Christmas Shop on the fourth floor of the Oxford Street store follows the successful launch of festive decorations at Selfridges.com two weeks ago, with a surge in Christmas related searches online and decoration sales +225% ahead of forecast.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Timing of what the e-commerce giant is calling "Back Friday-worthy" promotions resembles last year's delayed Prime Day event.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Railpen has announced that Dune London, the international affordable luxury shoe retailer, has opened at Caledonia Park , formerly known as Gretna Outlet Village. Spanning 1,025 sq ft, the new Dune London store showcases all the latest shoes from the brand’s men and women’s ranges, from casual wear to formalwear, including heels, knee-high boots, trainers and Chelsea boots.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Bottlenecks from factories to cargo ships mean less inventory and fewer discounts for the season.
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.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Fidji Simo left Facebook to become Instacart CEO this August. Ms. Simo is looking to shore up existing relationships with the delivery service’s customers, expand its automation push and create a digital ad business that will help support the company’s top and bottom lines.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The retailer is close to its goal of rolling out at least eight owned brands by the end of the fiscal year as part of its broader three-year turnaround plan.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Lawyers from Lake and Trumbull Counties in Ohio will begin delivering their opening statements to a federal jury in Cleveland in a case alleging that pharmaceutical companies, drug distribution businesses and major retail chains are responsible for the opioid epidemic that has destroyed a large number of lives in their communities. CVS, Giant Eagle, Walgreens and Walmart are named in the suit.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
As more consumers plan on seeing relatives in the coming months, 29% of consumers plan to spend more than last year.
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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.
ChannelSale
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Online shopping has always been best at Shopify Google Shopping Actions because it have features that can enable the best experiences for the online buyers. In fact, Shopify is the largest platform for online stores and sellers alike. In every nook and corner of the street, you will find one user of Shopify and they could be either a buyer or a seller.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
Flailing retailers have paid many millions in retention bonuses to executives in the months and even days before a Chapter 11 filing.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 4, 2021
McDonald’s Corp. has said that it is looking to cut its global greenhouse emissions to net zero by 2050. The fast-food chain said it is working with Science Based Targets initiative (SBTi) to meet the goal. “We’re trying to send a signal to our partners, to our investors, to our suppliers, to other brands in the global community, to policymakers, that we share that vision for 2050,” said McDonald’s chief sustainability officer Jenny McColloch.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 4, 2021
The DTC intimates brand said it plans to open its first physical "experience" in SoHo, New York, in November.
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