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In 2022, Insights-Driven Sales Organizations Will Win

Forrester eCommerce

B2B sales leaders need to move away from conventional, comfortable approaches and embrace the realities of today's digital-first buying climate. Learn what the shift requires.

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Inside Gildan’s Digital Transformation to B2B Ecommerce

BigCommerce

Started in 1946 in Montreal, Canada as a children’s apparel manufacturing company, Gildan has gone on to become one of…

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How B2B Marketing Executives Can Plan For Unpredictable Weather

Forrester eCommerce

Though the forecast for 2022 remains unsettled, B2B marketing leaders can take decisive steps to set themselves and their teams up for success.

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How to Do Paid Social Without Cookies

Kissmetrics

Google made a big splash when they announced the end of third-party cookies in Chrome, and Apple has announced a similar change. It’s a huge shift for social media marketers, so what can you expect cookieless paid social to look like? Google’s answer to the end of third-party cookies is the Privacy Sandbox , which will anonymize data to help increase privacy and limit spam and fraud.

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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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375: Navigating The Shipping Crisis And The Ultra Competitive Amazon Landscape With Bernie Thompson

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today, I’m lucky to have Bernie Thompson back on the show. Bernie runs Plugable which is a company that sells USB and Bluetooth devices all over the world. He has built his own tools in-house to manage his Amazon business and he also helps other sellers run Amazon PPC ads with his tool PPC Ninja. Because Bernie runs a large Amazon business in an extremely competitive niche, I invited him on the show to talk about the current Amazon landscape and how he’s navigating the shipping crisi

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The Home Depot Partners With Walmart to Expand Same-Day Delivery Options

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart is expanding its GoLocal delivery service with a major new partner: The Home Depot. Shoppers in select markets will be able to schedule same-day and next-day delivery for supplies that can easily fit in a car, including tools, fasteners and paint, with coverage expanding to multiple markets nationwide by the end of 2021. The Home Depot has been expanding its last mile capabilities in response to an 86% surge in digital sales in fiscal 2020.

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What is American Dream — and What Does it Want to Be? RTP Editors Weigh In

Retail TouchPoints

All eyes and ears have been on American Dream since the project’s initial proposal in 2003. Initially dubbed Meadowlands Xanadu , the mega-mall-slash-experience-center has been a point of debate for industry players and New Jersey residents alike. Just how long will the project take to complete? Will it be worth all the time, effort and money it took to build?

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The 2021 End-Of-Year Holidays Blog Prep Series Kicks Off!

Forrester eCommerce

Over the coming weeks, we'll advise retailers on holiday prep topics from application security and bot management to consumer “confidence” measures, marketing tactics, and much more.

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How Retail Fixturing Can Turn the Average Shopping Trip Into an Experiential Event

Retail TouchPoints

Retail fixturing is not a new concept, but the way it’s being used is evolving. This tactic is traditionally a means of merchandising brick-and-mortar stores with everything from standard, pre-built fixtures (think shelving, racks and displays) to custom millwork and design pieces that help bring brands to life within a physical space. But today’s consumers want what’s commonly referred to as “experiential retail,” where they can go to a store and do more than just buy goods.

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The CMO and CIO Partnership In Digital Transformation

Forrester eCommerce

The CMO/CIO relationship is a paradox: A strong partnership between marketing and technology teams is imperative to achieving customer success, but examples of great collaboration between the two have been scarce. However, that’s changing. The pandemic forced marketing and IT to work together, shrinking the collaboration gap. It has also revealed new opportunities for CMOs […].

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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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Best Buy Offers Access to ‘Hard-to-Find Products’ with New $199.99 Annual Membership Program

Retail TouchPoints

For $199.99 a year, Best Buy customers can sign up for the retailer’s Totaltech membership program to receive 24/7 VIP service, including Geek Squad Support and special pricing on certain products. Notably during a holiday season when concerns about inventory availability are high, Totaltech members also “will receive exclusive access to some of the season’s hardest-to-find products,” according to Best Buy.

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What is Image Recognition in Retail?

Wiser

In-store success is often won at the shelf. For a shopper to choose your brand out of a sea of competitors, your products need to make it to the shelf, be displayed correctly, be re-stocked when needed, and many other crucial steps. That’s why it’s a no-brainer to focus your data collection efforts on the store shelf. How can you win the sale if your products aren’t set up properly?

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Fashion Marketplaces Otrium and Zalando Leverage Resale to Connect with Eco-Conscious Consumers

Retail TouchPoints

A number of new developments in the online resale sector highlight this growing opportunity for retailers to connect with environmentally conscious fashion consumers. European resale marketplace Otrium , focused on giving end-of-season collections from luxury designers a new life, has expanded from the EU to the U.S.; and European fashion marketplace Zalando is doubling down on its circularity initiatives with continued expansion of its pre-owned offerings as well as the debut of product repair

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Best Buy expands Totaltech subscription service nationally

RetailDive

The service, which costs about $200 a year, offers members access to Geek Squad support, special pricing, free delivery and standard installation.

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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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General Mills, Meijer Cook Up Shoppable Digital Tailgating Experience

Retail TouchPoints

General Mills has teamed up with Midwest grocery chain Meijer to create a virtual “homegate” experience for college football fans. The online activation — created in partnership with experiential ecommerce platform Obs e ss — aims to bring game day excitement to fans at home with an interactive virtual kitchen and backyard, as well as a virtual tailgate outside the University of Michigan’s stadium, known by fans as The Big House.

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Macy's taps Michaels CEO, Zipcar exec to board

RetailDive

The craft retailer's chief, Ashley Buchanan, and car-sharing site's president, Tracey Zhen, are tasked with supporting the reignited Polaris turnaround.

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Ecommerce Accelerator Pattern Secures $225M in Funding

Retail TouchPoints

Pattern has received $225 million as a minority investment from Knox Lane. The ecommerce marketplace accelerator, founded in 2013 , has more than 900 employees and clients including Panasonic , Pandora , Black Diamond , Skullcandy , KONG and Sorel. Pattern has helped brands accelerate growth in more than 100 countries across hundreds of global marketplaces, including major players such as Amazon , Tmall , Walmart.com , eBay and Mercado Libre.

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Expensive long-term shipping contracts could lock in inflation

RetailWire

Retailers desperate to get in-demand goods in time for the holidays are signing expensive long-term international shipping deals that could keep the prices of goods higher for the foreseeable future.

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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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Clothing is Gen Z's top wallet priority for first time since 2014, Piper Sandler finds

RetailDive

The latest survey indicates that Nike remains the top apparel brand for teens, with Lululemon, Crocs and Converse gaining market share.

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eCommerce Marketplaces 101: How Can I Leverage Them?

GetElastic

Earlier this year Gartner boldly stated in their Predicts 2021 Report: COVID-19 Drives Accelerated Shift to Digital and Commerce Model Evolution that, “By 2023, 30% of enterprise marketplaces will transition into a majority third-party seller model for better profitability.” For many businesses, adding a third-party seller model to their Go-to-Market strategy was already a serious consideration, but it has become more top of mind due to the driving changes of COVID-19 on consumer buying behavior

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USPS moves forward with extended delivery times despite concerns

RetailDive

A regulator said it was worried the shift would lead to deteriorating service. The Postal Service said the opposite will happen.

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Ecommerce Lately October 2021

ecomdash

Shopify websites received more online traffic than Amazon and eBay rolled out their new ad program. Let’s review the latest ecommerce updates. The post Ecommerce Lately October 2021 appeared first on Ecomdash.

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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 launches retail partnership with 11 Honoré

RetailDive

The department store invested in the luxury plus-size apparel company in 2019.

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Amazon 4-star opens in the UK

365 Retail

Today, Amazon opens its doors to the first Amazon 4-star store outside of the U.S., which offers a curated range of products that are rated 4 stars and above, are top sellers, or are trending on Amazon.co.uk. The store is conveniently located in Bluewater, just southeast of central London. Amazon 4-star is a direct reflection of what customers are buying and loving on Amazon.co.uk.

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Critical Winery POS Features for Vineyards, Wine Shops, and Tasting Rooms

Korona

As a winery owner, your tasting room is the jumping-off point to both building your winery’s brand as well as the first place to convert customers into wine club members. So providing an outstanding hospitality experience is crucial. A winery POS system is a valuable piece of technology that can enhance the tasting room experience and build more loyalty among your guests.

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The Top B2B E-Commerce Platforms in 2021

Fabric Blog

B2B (business-to-business) e-commerce is a rapidly growing sector. Currently valued at $7.7 trillion , the global B2B e-commerce market is projected to be worth $25.65 trillion by 2028. This is because more businesses prefer to buy online than in person. 73% of these buyers are millennials that expect an Amazon-like experience.

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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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5 Ways Labor Management Technology Improves Employee Retention

Korona

Employee retention is more important than ever these days. In the current retail climate, employers just can’t afford the high costs of turnover. Fortunately, if you use a labor management platform , there are a number of ways you can put the technology to work and improve employee retention. Technology that engages team members and simplifies tasks can make all the difference between a frustrated team with poor morale and – well, you get the idea.

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Gap acquires AI startup to improve analytics

RetailWire

Gap Inc. announced that it is acquiring Context-Based 4 Casting Ltd. (CB4), a technology startup that uses artificial intelligence and machine learning to analyze retail data and identify ways to drive in-store sales. “We believe artificial intelligence and machine learning will shape the future of our industry,” Sally Gilligan, Gap’s chief growth transformation officer and head of the strategic growth office, said in a statement. “Gap Inc. has experience working with CB4

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Critical Winery POS Features for Vineyards, Wine Shops, and Tasting Rooms

Korona

As a winery owner, your tasting room is the jumping-off point to both building your winery’s brand as well as the first place to convert customers into wine club members. So providing an outstanding hospitality experience is crucial. A winery POS system is a valuable piece of technology that can enhance the tasting room experience and build more loyalty among your guests.

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Ocado invests in self-driving startup Wayve

RetailWire

Ocado has invested $13.6 million in Wayve, an autonomous grocery delivery startup. The two companies will partner to pilot a 12-month test of self-driving delivery vans in London. A human driver will be in each vehicle to oversee the tests. Ocado’s investment brings the total that Wayve has raised in funding to $60 million.

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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