Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

When creating an advertisement or a campaign, there is a clear number-one priority a brand needs to focus on: not just getting a consumer’s attention, but holding it. That can be difficult when the average consumer is bombarded with ads, but that is why brands are turning to interactivity to stand out amongst the clutter. In fact, 88% of marketers say interactive content helps brands differentiate themselves, while interactive content generates 52.6% more involvement than static content.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

2023 was a confusing year: the consumers blew cold, and the economy blew hot. The recession-to-be did not materialize, and the economic outlook wasn’t half as bad as consumers would have you believe. Yet notes from the post-pandemic blues keep wafting in the air no matter the macroeconomic drumbeat.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Primark has opened it second U.S. distribution center, in Jacksonville, Fla., to serve its expanding store fleet. The retailer also has signed leases for planned new stores in four locations: Potomac Mills in Woodbridge, Va.; Mall at Prince George’s in Hyattsville, Md.; CoolSprings Galleria in Franklin, Tenn.; and Katy Mills in Katy, Texas. The new retail stores will total more than 128,000 square feet of retail selling space, offering the latest fashion trends and essentials as well as homeware

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Organizations have various tools for mapping processes, systems, and experiences. However, many of these tools focus on the internal business, neglecting the customer perspective. Customer experience (CX) mapping tools are valuable resources for organizations striving for customer centricity (or in Forrester terms, customer obsession) and aligning business outcomes with customer outcomes.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires more than just the right technology - It demands a holistic strategy that aligns platform capabilities with customer- centric design and marketing. This webinar will provide a roadmap for building a robust e-commerce strategy, guiding you through key decisions from platform selection to creating user experiences that convert, and leverage digital marketing to reach and retail customers.

Retail

Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Resale search engine Beni announced a series of new partnerships with top brands, including Poshmark , ThredUp and Patagonia , and launched an app version of its platform for iOS users. First launched in 2021 as a browser extension, Beni now boasts more than 50 resale partners that together allow the platform to aggregate nearly 80% of all online resale listings.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

One of my most pleasant and inspiring responsibilities is coordinating the annual Enterprise Architecture awards. These awards have been an institution since 2010, and as of last year now are conducted in partnership with The Open Group.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

On the heels of Netflix’s WWE live sports announcement, there’s more surprising sports streaming news: Fourteen “television” channels that air sports across Disney, Fox and Warner Bros. properties will be bundled as a new streaming service to launch this fall.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Ahold Delhaize USA will make the DoorDash on-demand grocery delivery marketplace available across its five supermarket banners: Food Lion, Hannaford, Giant Food, The Giant Company and Stop & Shop. The service already is live for most customers of these banners; Food Lion will pilot with DoorDash in February and expects to launch in its markets in March.

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FastSpring

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

fs Builds features developer-built projects showing step-by-step examples, code snippets, and advice on how to approach building with FastSpring. The goal of this series is to not only help you build with FastSpring, but also to inspire you with new and unique ways to leverage FastSpring’s systems to best serve your company. As always, our support and sales engineering specialists are available to help if you need assistance along the way.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The retail landscape is evolving, driven by shifting consumer preferences and an increasing awareness of the environmental impact of traditional business practices. As demand for sustainability grows, retailers are tasked with reimagining their strategies to embrace eco-friendly solutions. Amidst these changes, seemingly minor elements within retail displays are stepping into the spotlight for their potential to make a significant difference.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Algopix

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Amazon return pallets can be a great opportunity for FBA businesses looking to acquire inventory at discounted prices. But buying and reselling Amazon return pallets requires some work and risk. This guide will walk you through the process to help you decide if Amazon return pallets are right for your FBA business. What are Amazon Return Pallets? Amazon return pallets represent a treasure trove of opportunities for savvy entrepreneurs.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Discount shopping app Temu is giving U.S. and European merchants access to sell on its marketplace, which had previously only been open to China-based merchants. In announcing the news, Temu not only highlighted the benefits to sellers, which it said can now “reach millions of new customers” through its platform, but also the benefits to shoppers, who as a result of the expansion will begin to see more “local options” in the shopping app.

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365 Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Nespresso Professional has appointed Nick Stevens as B2B Commercial Director for the UK and Republic of Ireland (ROI). Nick joined the company in May 2017, and will continue to steer the Nespresso Professional teams by growing the B2B division across various commercial areas including HORECA and Office commerce. Nick moved to Nespresso Professional from Nestle Waters, where he held responsibility for the HORECA channel.

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The government is reportedly holding a meeting today (7 February) between business minister Kevin Hollinrake and representatives of the co-operative movement, union officials and other stakeholders, to revive plans to mutualise the Post Office.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Valentine’s Day isn’t just about hearts and flowers; it’s also about capitalizing on the season of love to boost your retail revenue. As a retailer, you have a golden opportunity to cater to the romantic whims of your customers and maximize your sales potential. With the right strategies in place, you can make this Valentine’s Day your most profitable yet. 10 Valentine’s Day Best Practices to Boost Your Retail Sales Here are some Valentine’s Day retail best pr

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The ‘Diageo One’ platform was previously only available to the on-trade but it has now been revamped with a new look and includes resources for independent retailers to access.

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RIS News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Saks Fifth Avenue is reinventing its West Coast flagship experience with the opening of its new women's store on Wilshire Boulevard in Beverly Hills, CA. Take a look inside.

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Smile.io

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Smile.io is the most trusted loyalty platform by Shopify Plus merchants, powering some of the best Shopify loyalty programs. Over 100,000 brands trust Smile.io with their loyalty program, including Polaroid, Hush Puppies, Birchbox, Liquid Death, Topps, and more.  With a growing network of thousands of ecommerce stores offering rewards, the question became, “how do we make Smile.io work for all merchants?

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In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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RIS News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Bhaumik Sharma, CDTO North America of Haleon, is taking to the stage at Analytics Unite this May 1-3 to tackle the topic of optimizing IT infrastructures for advanced analytics efforts.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The company’s largest brands saw double-digit revenue declines in Q3, while overall company revenue dipped 16% for the period.

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RIS News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

In an industry as fast-paced and hyper competitive as retail, business executives have a strong need to understand factors that are disruptive, transformational and engines of innovation.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The home goods retailer, which swung to a loss in the quarter, said it can't commit to the timing of store growth beyond this year.

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Retail 98

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

If there’s one question almost every Forrester CX client asks us, its “how to I prove the value of my CX program?” Well, perhaps I can help. Enter the Forrester Customer-Obsession Awards.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

Gary Millerchip is taking over from Richard Galanti, who is leaving the club retailer after nearly 40 years.

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Retail 102

TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

To coincide with the Pepsi rebrand this year, Britvic has launched an exclusive competition for the Pepsi Max brand.

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Retail 95

365 Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

CBRE Investment Management has recently welcomed Aldi to the Fulham Broadway Retail Centre, marking a significant addition to the shopping and leisure destination. This move comes after a year of transformative changes and enhancements at the centre, spearheaded by CBRE IM’s strategic investments. The supermarket giant has committed to a long-term presence in the area, securing a 20-year lease for a 12,734 square foot space that was formerly home to the homeware retailer Wilko.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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CPC Strategy

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

With platforms like TikTok and Reels reshaping how we consume content, YouTube introduced its own game-changer. Enter: YouTube Shorts. In 2022, the platform rolled out advertising on Shorts, providing businesses with an exciting new channel for quick and impactful storytelling.

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RIS News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

British department store Liberty is making moves to improve store technology and customer experience, upgrading its POS and CRM applications to be more user-friendly and easily accessible for staff.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

The mall REIT is unwinding some of its investment into the retail business, which CEO David Simon has acknowledged is more volatile than real estate.

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Management Retail 107

RIS News

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

H&M has opened a new concept store packed with retail technology and secondhand items. Get the details.

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Technology Retail 83

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