Tue.May 06, 2025

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Ecommerce Marketing Strategies à la Beyoncé and Taylor Swift | Salsify

Salsify

Whether youre a BeyHive member or a Swiftie (or dont identify with either), its undeniable that Beyonc Knowles-Carter and Taylor Swift have made lasting impressions on the music industry and beyond.

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Google’s Privacy U-Turn: What it Means for Marketers

Retail TouchPoints

Google has made headlines once again by announcing a significant shift to its approach to digital privacy. Rather than eliminating online cookies or offering users an opt-out option in Chrome, the tech giant has committed to maintaining cookies as a core part of its browser functionality. Since Google introduced the Privacy Sandbox initiative in 2019, the digital marketing landscape has undergone a significant transformation.

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Walmart debuts ‘Grow with US’ program for small businesses

RetailDive

As small businesses brace for tariff impacts, Walmart is pairing them with mentors and showcasing their products as part of its new initiative.

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Rite Aid Declares Bankruptcy, Again, Secures $1.94 Billion to Support Sale Process

Retail TouchPoints

For the second time in the past 18 months, struggling pharmacy retailer Rite Aid has commenced Chapter 11 proceedings, and this time the retailer appears to be preparing for a sale. Rite Aid has secured commitments from some of its existing lenders for $1.94 billion in new financing which, along with cash from its operations, is expected to provide sufficient funding during the sale and court-supervised process, according to a company statement , and Rite Aid intends to divest or monetize any as

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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ALDI Plans To Open 800 New Locations by 2028

RetailWire

ALDI is gearing up to grow.

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QVC ‘Age of Possibility’ Campaign Returns with 8-Hour TikTok Event

Retail TouchPoints

Following its recent debut of a 24/7 live social shopping experience on TikTok Shop , QVC is doubling down on the partnership with plans for a cross-category TikTok Shop Super Brand Day to kick off the second year of its Age of Possibility campaign. Last year, the home shopping brand unveiled the Quintessential 50 (Q50), a group of celebrities, activists and business leaders, all over the age of 50, as part of the Age of Possibility campaign to embolden and empower older women.

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Family Dollar Partners with Uber Eats for Delivery from 5,000 Locations Nationwide

Retail TouchPoints

Family Dollar will now offer its products on the Uber Eats platform, allowing shoppers to access on-demand or scheduled deliveries from more than 5,000 Family Dollar stores across the country. The discount retailer offers a wide range of everyday items including cleaning supplies, pantry staples, beauty and baby care products. To mark the launch, Uber Eats is offering 40% off orders of $30 or more (up to $25 off) with the promo code FAMILY40.

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Aesop Launches Sustainability-Led Concept Store at One New Change

365 Retail

Landsec has expanded the retail offer at One New Change in the City of London with the arrival of a new Aesop concept store. The 57 sqm retail space introduces a design-led approach inspired by the principles of the circular economy, reinforcing both Landsecs and Aesops commitment to environmental sustainability in the retail sector. The stores interiors have been constructed using reclaimed materials from Aesops former head office at Long Yard.

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DoorDash Acquires Deliveroo For $3.9B, but That’s Only Part of the Story

Retail TouchPoints

DoorDash has acquired the UK-based delivery service Deliveroo for $3.9 billion. Its a big deal that will significantly expand DoorDashs global footprint, which is why it has overshadowed a second acquisition that DoorDash made at the same time the approximately $1.2 billion purchase of hospitality technology company SevenRooms. The Deliveroo deal represents a big win for DoorDash in its core business of delivery, but the SevenRooms deal is equally significant because it offers a peek at where D

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bloobloom Expands London Presence with Spitalfields Store Opening

365 Retail

French eyewear brand bloobloom has opened a new 615 sq ft store at 41 Brushfield Street in East London’s Spitalfields, marking its seventh location in the capital. The store commenced operations on 2 May 2025, joining existing outlets in Canary Wharf, Carnaby, Covent Garden, King’s Road, Marylebone, and White City. The interior design draws inspiration from Mediterranean coastal architecture, featuring creamy stucco walls, microcement floors, rounded ceilings and arches, and sand-ton

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

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DoorDash Announces 2 Significant Multi-Billion-Dollar Acquisitions in a Single Day

RetailWire

DoorDash is buying both SevenRooms and Deliveroo.

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Top Mobile App Features That Drive Sales for Retailers in 2025

365 Retail

The last decade has brought dramatic changes to retail operations, where mobile applications have become crucial factors in that transformation process. The year 2025 marks a point where businesses can no longer afford to consider mobile strategy a competitive advantage because it has become the minimum requirement in modern retail. Users now make shopping decisions based on the efficiency and personal touch of their mobile experience in addition to personalised mobile shopping itself.

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The 1 Customer Request Trader Joe’s Employees Can’t Ignore

RetailWire

Trader Joe's employees must ahere to this customer request.

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NEXT to Triple Bluewater Footprint

365 Retail

NEXT is set to significantly increase its presence at Bluewater , with plans to triple the size of its existing store and move into a 133,000 sq ft space previously occupied by House of Fraser. The announcement positions Bluewater as the future home of one of NEXTs largest stores in the UK, with the new location expected to open in 2026. The upcoming flagship store will feature an expanded product range, including menswear, womenswear, childrenswear, and homeware.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Rite Aid Files for Chapter 11 Bankruptcy for a Second Time

RetailWire

Rite Aid promises to stay open regardless.

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What is a No Verification Casino in the UK? 

365 Retail

If you have ever tried signing up at an online casino in the UK, you know can happen – submit your ID, wait for approval, maybe send a utility bill or two. It can take hours, sometimes days. That is why casinos with no verification are catching peoples attention in the UK. They offer a faster way to start playing, without the paperwork headache.

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Krispy Kreme Rolls Out Mother’s Day Sweet Treat, ‘Minis for Mom’

RetailWire

Moms can find the perfect treat during Krispy Kreme's latest promotion.

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Nespresso Unveils Flagship Boutique in Covent Garden

365 Retail

Nespresso has launched its new flagship store in London at 34 Henrietta Street, Covent Garden. Spanning 1,345 sq ft and facing the iconic West Piazza, the boutique aims to offer visitors a tactile, sensory introduction to the Nespresso coffee world within a building rich in architectural heritage. The space has been designed to guide customers through multiple zones.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.

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Inside the Day of a CPG Head of Sales: How Wiser Keeps It All Moving

Wiser

If you lead sales in a CPG company, you already know the pace. The pressure doesnt build throughout the dayits there from the start. Performance needs to be tracked. Field teams need direction. Retail partners need answers. And no two days look the same. In a role where shelf-level execution and strategic vision both demand your attention, staying effective means staying focused.

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Kroger Taps Into TikTok’s Cherry Obsession With Exciting New Collection

RetailWire

Kroger debuted a new line of cherry-inspired foods for spring.

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How Pop Mart is Turning Toys into the Next Drop Culture Phenomenon

Retail TouchPoints

If the Beanie Babies proved anything, its that grown-ups like toys too. And while its been 30 years since that particular line of toys caused mass hysteria, the same poignant combination of nostalgia, scarcity and playful joy continues to propel what is now known as the kidult economy. This group of adult enthusiasts accounts for as much as $9 billion in toy sales annually , with recurring favorites that include Lego , American Girl and Hello Kitty.

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Protecting Retail Operations with an ISO 27001 Disaster Recovery Plan

365 Retail

Retails a tough gamewhen things go sideways, whether its a cyberattack , a server crash, or a storm knocking out power, every minute offline bleeds cash. You cant just wing it when disaster hits; without a solid plan, youre stuck scrambling, and recoverys a slog. Thats why a disaster recovery plans non-negotiable. Its not about reactingits about being ready, keeping your systems humming, your team focused, and your customers happy, no matter what curveball comes your way.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Forrester’s Top 10 Emerging Technologies For 2025: Automation Evolves, Robots Rise, And Synthetic Data Steps Forward

Forrester eCommerce

Emerging technology isnt just speeding up its splintering into newer, riskier, and more powerful directions. Learn three noteworthy changes to this years top 10 emerging technologies listand one foundational truth that hasnt changed in this preview of our upcoming webinar and new report.

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Nike Reorganizes Leadership Structure, Names New President

Retail TouchPoints

Nike has made significant structural and personnel changes at the top of its organization. The footwear companys Consumer, Product and Brand leadership, formerly under the direction of President Heidi ONeill, will now be divided into three distinct areas: Consumer and Sport, Marketing, and Product Creation, inclusive of Innovation and Design. All these roles will report to Nike President and CEO Elliott Hill, who took this position in September 2024.

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The Evolution from Continuous Automation Testing Platforms to Autonomous Testing Platforms: A New Era in Software Testing

Forrester eCommerce

The software testing landscape is undergoing a seismic shift. For years, Continuous Automation Testing (CAT) platforms have been the gold standard for reducing manual testing and ensuring comprehensive coverage across diverse environments.

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Community, Startups, and Real Impact: A Conversation with YJ Lin of Dell for Startups

Bryan Eisenberg

Back when I was a 20-something social worker in New York, I had a boss named Fred. Former priest, recovering alcoholic, lived through the Bowery, and taught me more about people than any textbook ever could. He used to ask, When are you going to write your book? I didnt get it back then. But I get it now. It wasnt about putting words on paper. It was about owning your story, leading your story, and writing your next chapter with purpose.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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RSAC Conference 2025: Welcome To The Petting Zoo

Forrester eCommerce

If you walked the RSAC Conference 2025 show floor this year, you could be forgiven for thinking you were at the worlds strangest petting zoo or furry convention. There were goats! There were puppies!

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UK DMO starts work on Deposit Return Scheme delivery

TalkingRetail

UK Deposit Management Organisation (UK DMO) has today (6 May) been announced as the operator of the new Deposit Return Schemes (DRS) for single-use plastic and metal drinks containers in England, Northern Ireland and Scotland.

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Igniting Partner Advocacy: A Strategic Imperative For B2B Marketers

Forrester eCommerce

In todays fast-evolving B2B landscape, partner ecosystems have emerged as a cornerstone of sustainable growth. No longer just a nice to have, partnerships are now a strategic imperative woven throughout the buyers journey. The role of partner ecosystems has never been more critical.

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Sellbrite Setup Help Is Here: Try Our New “Do It For You” Service

SellBrite

If youre looking for Sellbrite setup help and prefer not to handle every detail yourself, our new Do It For You (DIFY) service is here to help. Whether its cleaning up product data, linking listings, or organizing your catalog, our team can take care of the heavy liftingso you can stay focused on running your business. We created DIFY for Sellbrite merchants who need extra help with setup or technical tasks that go beyond standard supportbut dont necessarily want to hire a developer.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!