Wed.Aug 17, 2022

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8 Key Ecommerce Automation Strategies That Drive Sustainable and Profitable Growth

Retail TouchPoints

It’s hard to say that 2022 has been the year of ecommerce so far. Looking at all the stats, frankly one might even say quite the opposite. According to the latest Mastercard SpendingPulse report, ecommerce transactions have declined 1.8% from a year ago, while in-store sales rose 10%. From another perspective, research showed that on average, the online share of total spending rose sharply, from 10.3% in 2019 to 14.9% at the peak of the pandemic.

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Vulnerability Programs Must Regain Trust To Inspire Action

Forrester eCommerce

Is using CVSS scores for risk prioritization leading to misalignment and even mistrust in your organization? Find out in this Security & Risk event session preview.

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Lids Picks Basketball Theme for First Brick-and-Mortar Store in Australia

Retail TouchPoints

Photo courtesy of Lids. Photo courtesy of Lids. Photo courtesy of Lids. Photo courtesy of Lids. Photo courtesy of Lids. Lids is continuing its brick-and-mortar expansion with its first store in Australia, focusing on the NBA and WNBA for the Melbourne shop. The retailer is planning to open a second Australia location with a brick-and-mortar store in Sydney later in 2022.

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Best Content Management Systems in 2022

Ecommerce Platforms

The best content management systems are valuable tools for managing your online presence. Otherwise known as a “CMS”, a Content Management System allows companies to create blogs, membership sites and other websites with minimal effort. Thanks to a convenient backend, you won’t need any coding knowledge to get started with a CMS, which makes it ideal for business owners who don’t have a lot of technical experience.

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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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Kohl’s Names Interim Marketing Leader as its New CMO

Retail TouchPoints

Kohl’s has named Christie Raymond as its new Chief Marketing Officer, reporting directly to CEO Michelle Gass. Raymond has had the post on an interim basis since the May 2022 departure of former CMO Greg Revelle. Christie Raymond. Raymond has been with Kohl’s since 2017, beginning as SVP, Media and Personalization and promoted to EVP, Customer Engagement, Analytics and Insights in June 2020.

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Best Free Dropshipping Suppliers for 2022

Ecommerce Platforms

With the best free dropshipping suppliers, there’s no fee to pay to access a relationship with a dropshipping manufacturer. This means business leaders can avoid the extra costs often associated with setting up a business and pay only for the costs of creating and shipping their chosen products. Dropshipping has become one of the most effective ways to start a business in today’s digital landscape.

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The Top Etsy Print on Demand Solutions for 2022

Ecommerce Platforms

Etsy print on demand apps are becoming increasingly popular at a time when more creative professionals are looking to start their own business. Currently, Etsy is one of the most popular creative marketplaces in the world. It’s where customers go to find unique items and hand-made creations unlike anything else on the web. It’s also where potential business leaders can make a small fortune selling their designs.

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ThredUP Forges Ahead with its War on Fast Fashion Amid Cost-Cutting Initiatives

Retail TouchPoints

Resale platform ThredUP has debuted a new, light-hearted marketing ploy in its ongoing battle against “fast fashion addiction,” mere days after announcing it was joining the ranks of tech companies cutting staff amid an economic slowdown. Strong Q2 Masks Impending Slowdown. On Aug. 15 ThredUP Co-founder and CEO James Reinhart announced during a Q2 earnings call that the company would lay off approximately 15% of its corporate workforce and close its processing center in Vernon Hill, Ill.

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Home Depot pushes ahead of Lowe’s as it leans on pro customers

RetailDive

A shorter spring impacted sales from DIY customers, but that disproportionately affected Lowe’s, which receives 75% of sales from that cohort.

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Shopify Debuts Creator Marketplace to Connect Influencers with Merchants

Retail TouchPoints

Shopify has launched a new platform called Shopify Collabs that makes it easier for creators to find and partner with Shopify merchants looking for marketing support. The new platform aims to do for creators — which Shopify sees as the “next generation of entrepreneurs” — what Shopify has already done for millions of SMBs: help them easily digitize and monetize their businesses.

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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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Amazon announces first peak season fee for its fulfillment services

RetailDive

The e-commerce giant said it previously absorbed the higher cost of holiday shipping, but added that seasonal expenses have reached new heights.

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After ‘Pandemic Hangover,’ Rebel Green Gains Actionable Insights With Data Analytics Solution

Retail TouchPoints

When the COVID-19 pandemic hit, eco-friendly household cleaner brand Rebel Green happily grappled with a surge in overnight mainstream success as consumer demand for cleaning products skyrocketed. It was a dream come true, but Rebel Green had a rude awakening once the surge slowed. The growth spike exposed multiple inefficiencies in the company’s management of its sales and inventory data.

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Target takes 87% hit to operating profit as it resets inventory

RetailDive

The retailer resorted to markdowns after facing sluggish demand as consumers grapple with inflation. Was it a speed bump, or a sign of poor planning?

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14 Top Online Retailers to Keep Your Eye on in 2022

eCommerce CEO

We have seen significant shifts in the American economy over the last couple of years, from the COVID pandemic to record-breaking inflation, even among the. Read more.

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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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Walgreens brings in Starbucks vet for new chief format concepts and design officer role

RetailDive

Min Cho will focus on “innovative store design and architecture which embraces creativity and functionality,” the drugstore retailer said.

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Selling on Walmart Marketplace Versus Amazon: What Is the Best Place to Sell in 2022?

Algopix

According to statistics, over 263 million US consumers (80% of the population) shop online. That number will rise to 291.2 million by 2025. We saw a rapid rise in the popularity of online shopping post-pandemic. Now, the biggest question for most US residents is, “Walmart.com vs. Amazon, which one is better?”. Both Amazon and Walmart.com are generating more sales than other eCommerce platforms in the United States.

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Try This Test: Emphasizing Key Product Discovery Features

ROI Revolution

A quick search will yield thousands of articles filled with best practices for boosting your conversion rates. At ROI Revolution, we believe in testing, testing, testing. We’re all selling different products, using different pitches, and relying on different platforms. In this Try This Test installment, we’ll take a look at a site that sells a wide variety of sleep therapy equipment.

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8 Steps to Improve Your E-Commerce Order Fulfillment Process

ChannelAdvisor

As a consumer, you appreciate when your online orders arrive safely, on time and at a fair price. As a brand or retailer, it’s your job to make that happen. This entire process — from initial order placement to final delivery — is called order fulfillment. Amazon forever changed the game when it introduced free, two-day shipping for its Prime members.

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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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DoorDash is testing delivery of Facebook Marketplace orders

RetailDive

The two companies are piloting the service in multiple cities, which allows drivers to deliver items that fit in the trunk of a car.

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Top 17 Online Shopping Websites To Bookmark For 2022

eCommerce CEO

If you’re like most consumers, online shopping is a normal part of your daily life. From groceries to electronics to fashion and everything in between, Read more.

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Kohl’s names chief marketing officer

RetailDive

Interim CMO Christie Raymond takes on the role permanently as she looks to scale the retailer’s in-house retail media agency.

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‘Reclaiming’ lost loyalty for high-street brands via the Metaverse

365 Retail

Mark Zuckerberg has tongues wagging with big claims about his “Metaverse”, and while he’s since shed very little light so far on what this will entail, or how far it’s progressed, we know the aim is to create a ‘phygital’ world where people can work, play and hangout, accessed by virtual and augmented reality tools. . For the physical retail world, the thought of all this taking place within the Metaverse could seem like a real threat.

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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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Retail CMO budgets increased in 2022: Gartner

RetailDive

Although marketers are spending more on social media, overall budgets still haven't bounced back to pre-pandemic levels.

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How UK retailers can use the ‘power of mobile’ to attract customers

365 Retail

In the UK, it’s estimated that people spend an average of four hours every day clicking, tapping, swiping, and watching on their mobile devices – that’s at least a quarter of their waking hours. Undoubtedly, mobile has become an inextricable extension of the modern consumer and as such, has emerged as the heartbeat of relationship marketing. It’s no wonder that in the UK, mobile marketing is the fastest growing channel for providing opportunities for retail brands to effectively engage with cons

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Walmart GoLocal surpasses 1M deliveries

RetailDive

The retail giant’s white-label delivery service celebrates the one-year anniversary of its launch later this month.

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What is Ecommerce Automation?

Prisync

Ecommerce automation is developing software. It helps your online business transform into automated tasks. You.

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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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BigCommerce Positioned as a “Challenger” in Gartner ® Magic Quadrant™ Report for Third Consecutive Year

BigCommerce

We are thrilled to announce that BigCommerce has been recognized as a Challenger in the 2022 Gartner® Magic Quadrant™for Digital…

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8 Steps to Improve Your E-Commerce Order Fulfillment Process

ChannelAdvisor

As a consumer, you appreciate when your online orders arrive safely, on time and at a fair price. As a brand or retailer, it’s your job to make that happen. This entire process — from initial order placement to final delivery — is called order fulfillment. Amazon forever changed the game when it introduced free, two-day shipping for its Prime members.

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PepsiCo martech leader unveils game-changing marketing strategies

365 Retail

To remain competitive in today’s signal-saturated world, retail marketers need to deliver relevant, personalised content throughout the customer journey. According to a new eConsultancy report , in partnership with Cheetah Digital, entitled 2022 Digital Consumer Trends Index: Consumer Attitudes and Trends in Personalisation, Privacy, Messaging, Advertising and Brand Loyalty, UK consumers are rewarding brands that make personalisation a priority.

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How Much Does It Cost To Open a Retail Store?

Korona

The actual costs of opening a retail store vary depending on the type of retail business you want to start, the size of the store, and, last but not least, the location. However, according to vlogger and boutique owner Alli Schultz, the initial startup costs for opening a retail store can average up to $48,000. It’s recommended that you budget between $50,000 and $100,000 to be sure you cover all costs.

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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