Forrester eCommerce
JULY 5, 2021
The goal of innovation consulting is to boost competitive advantage, drive greater differentiation, improve operational efficiencies, create great customer experiences, and streamline innovation project management. Key.
Kissmetrics
JULY 5, 2021
Video content creation can be a massive headache. I get it. Even for seasoned marketers, creating compelling content is a challenge. The real uphill battle is trying to create that level of content regularly. That’s why we’re taking a closer look at automated video creation and some of the best tools your brand can use to expand its content strategy.
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My Wife Quit Her Job
JULY 5, 2021
In this post, you’ll learn how to get a 90+ score on your Google Core Web Vitals (desktop and mobile) for an ecommerce store even if you use a lot of plugins. When Google first released their core web vitals assessment, many ecommerce store owners began to panic. Unlike a basic content site or a blog, an ecommerce store is image heavy and requires many more functional elements to close a sale.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 5, 2021
Bitcoin, along with many other cryptocurrencies today, finds itself in a rather unique position. The very centralized financial systems that they had set out to challenge have now adopted them and are advocating their use. With banks and credit card companies warming up to the idea of Bitcoin trading and crypto rewards on card transactions, are they really extending the benefits of crypto to merchants, or is this just a play to get consumers to buy into a shiny new card that looks different but
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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.
Retail Technology Review
JULY 5, 2021
By Abdi Essa, Regional VP UK & IE, Dynatrace. The pandemic hit global retail hard, but not in an even way. The fortunes of supermarket chains soared, whilst fashion retailers were forced to shutter their high street stores and struggled for many months.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Birds Eye is kicking off a convenience retailer competition offering them the chance to win a £3,000 prize fund to donate to their local community. The “Kit Out Your Community” fund will be put towards providing sports equipment and kit for suitable causes of the retailer’s choice, such as schools, local sports teams or community. This story continues at Birds Eye supports local causes with retailer competition.
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TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
The NFRN has written to all MPs in Westminster asking them to back an amendment to the Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill. Amendment NC31, which will give new and important legal protections to those working in the retail sector who are victims of verbal or physical abuse, will be debated in the House of. This story continues at NFRN urges MPs to back change in law to protect shopworkers.
365 Retail
JULY 5, 2021
Department store John Lewis has announced plans to build 10,000 rental homes over the next few years to help address the national housing crisis. Around 7,000 of the homes would be built on sites in John Lewis’s existing portfolio, while the remainder will be on new sites. John Lewis plans to move into the property rental market (Kirsty O’Connor/PA).
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Rum brand Havana Club is partnering with hip-hop artist Skepta to launch a second limited edition Havana Club 7 bottle, in a move designed to “accelerate the brand’s growth and recruit young adults”. The variant is available to the convenience sector for one month exclusively, before rolling out into the wider grocery market, from major. This story continues at Havana Club partners with UK hip-hop artist to launch convenience exclusive.
Retail Technology Review
JULY 5, 2021
Symphony RetailAI, global provider of integrated AI-powered marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and manufacturers, has announced research showing that omnichannel grocery shoppers shop more frequently and spend up to 20% more compared to in-store-only shoppers.
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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.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Birds Eye is launching a marketing campaign to highlight the partnership between its Green Cuisine range and Team GB. The campaign will span TV, out-of-home, in-store, on-pack and social media, featuring prominent Team GB athletes including gymnast Max Whitlock, heavyweight boxer Cheavon Clarke and sprinter Laviai Nielsen. Birds Eye is also running consumer competitions offering.
Retail Technology Review
JULY 5, 2021
Augmented reality (AR) and 3D creative platform, Poplar Studio, has partnered with Murus Art, the disruptive online art retailer, to launch a new augmented reality experience enabling customers to try and buy art from their home.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Snack bar brand Fibre One is launching a £3.5m advertising campaign. The “Crave Club” campaign is running across TV and video-on-demand platforms, supported by a social media strategy including influencer activity. The brand is also partnering with lifestyle magazine Grazia to sponsor its Life Advice Podcast. The campaign is expected to reach four million new.
Retail Technology Review
JULY 5, 2021
Smart warehouse solutions provider, Breathe Technologies, has launched an order fulfilment software to help e-tailers meet both stringent online marketplace requirements and their own direct customer demand. Designed to streamline processes from initial order through to delivery, Breathe Fulfil helps e-tailers to increase throughput and meet expectations across data flow, documentation, packaging and carrier management.
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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.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Italian cooking brand Napolina is rolling out its core pasta products into recyclable cardboard packaging. The move will see the brand remove up to 200 tonnes of plastic from the UK waste stream each year. The brand previously moved its added value pasta lines, including Napolina Whole Wheat Pasta, Napolina 50/50 pasta and Napolina Bronze. This story continues at Napolina moves pasta range into recyclable packaging.
365 Retail
JULY 5, 2021
One hundred of the UK’s biggest retailers have called on the Prime Minister to take action to tackle the “shocking violence and abuse” against shop workers. Bosses at Tesco, Sainsbury’s and Primark are among those to write to Boris Johnson in a bid to secure support for an amendment to policing laws. Retailers including Tesco have called for action to protect shop workers from an increase in violence and abuse (Tesco/PA).
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Birds Eye has launched a marketing campaign to support its chicken range. The campaign includes two TV adverts running between July and December, alternating between Chicken Grills and Dippers, supported by social media and digital assets. The campaign aims to tap into the “quality and versatility” of the Birds Eye chicken range, as they were. This story continues at Birds Eye champions chicken range with TV advert.
365 Retail
JULY 5, 2021
A third private equity company has said it is eyeing a takeover move for Morrisons, furthering speculation there could be a dramatic bidding war for the Yorkshire retailer. Investment giant Apollo said on Monday it is considering launching its own bid after the Bradford-based supermarket chain agreed a £6.3 billion private equity takeover offer on Saturday.
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.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
The shortlist for the 2021 Product Launch of the Year Awards has been revealed and we are asking retailers to vote for their favourites. More than 60 products have been nominated across nine categories, ranging from confectionery and grocery products to alcohol and vaping. They may be the products that have performed the best in. This story continues at Product Launch of the Year shortlist unveiled.
RetailMinded
JULY 5, 2021
It’s highly displeasing that business owners with physical shops or stalls can never be certain when pandemics or disasters will negatively affect their shops. However, don’t let it discourage you. You shouldn’t waste whatever skill you have learned or business strategies that you planned to use to earn money on your market stall. There’s no time to regret anything.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
The Association of Convenience Stores has responded to a Department for Environment Food and Rural Affairs (Defra) consultation on Consistency in Household and Business Recycling in England, highlighting the impact that new regulations would have on the convenience sector. Businesses will be required to separate their waste for collection from 2023 under the Environment Bill.
RetailMinded
JULY 5, 2021
‘Managed print services’ refers to when an external provider helps a company optimize or manage its document output. That might mean assessing their needs, replacing any hardware that needs to be replaced, or providing parts and supplies as necessary. A good managed print services provider will also look at how the printing fleet of a company is being used.
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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.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
CJ Lang & Son, the wholesaler for Spar stores in Scotland, has launched a new driver apprenticeship scheme. The wholesaler’s logistics division is working in partnership with GTG Training on a Modern Apprenticeship Scheme in Driving Goods Vehicles (Level 3) to help fill the future skill shortage of lorry drivers in the logistics industry. The. This story continues at CJ Lang & Son launches driver apprenticeship scheme.
Omnisend
JULY 5, 2021
Reading Time: 11 minutes. From small windows of opportunities to snatch up elusive collector’s items to annual sales you could set your watch to, you can find a limited-time offer almost anywhere. . Limited-time offer marketing comes in many forms, from holiday period sales events to flash sales. Different types of limited-time offers have their pros and cons.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Retail trade union Usdaw is urging the government not to lift safety measures in stores as part of the release of Covid restrictions due on 19 July. Later today, prime minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce further easing of lockdown measures in England coming into effect on 19 July. Reports have strongly suggested that. This story continues at Usdaw urges government not to water down safety in stores.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Convenience retailers plan to keep Covid safety measures in place, even if the government further eases lockdown measures in England from 19 July. Prime minister Boris Johnson is expected to announce further easing of lockdown measures in England coming into effect on 19 July. Reports have suggested that the legal requirement to wear facemasks indoors.
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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.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Morrisons’ share price has increased this morning (5 July) on news that private equity firm Apollo is considering a rival takeover bid for the supermarket giant. The supermarket chain Morrisons, which has nearly 500 shops in the UK, accepted a £6.3bn takeover led by US private equity group Fortress Investment Group – the owner of. This story continues at Morrisons could attract new takeover offer.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Parfetts has finished its financial year with a record turnover of £570m as it maintained promotions during lockdowns and restrictions. The wholesaler also expanded its geographical reach by expanding its delivered service into the Midlands and has seen its online presence continue to grow to over 40% of all orders. It saw Go Local finish. This story continues at Parfetts reports record year.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Buyer demand for convenience retail and forecourts has never been stronger, a new report reveals. Business property adviser Christie & Co’s Retail Insight 2021 report shows that throughout the first half of 2021, sales of convenience stores and petrol filling stations reached the highest levels seen since 2017. Deals included a mix of independent and.
TalkingRetail
JULY 5, 2021
Old El Paso has added a Smoky BBQ variant to its Tortilla Pockets range. The variant retails at £3.79 and has been launched to “build on the outstanding success of the innovative Old El Paso Tortilla Pockets range”. Since launching last summer, the brand said the range has been 64% incremental to the category, driving. This story continues at Old El Paso expands Pockets range with barbecue flavour.
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
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