Mon.Oct 01, 2018

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The Platform Economy – What CIOs Need to Know

Forrester eCommerce

Nary a day goes by without someone talking about their efforts to build a platform. We cannot argue, platforms can contribute massive value to customers, the ecosystem, and the company that creates the platform. More so, as a consumer, I rely on platforms for so much of my working life that I often don’t even […].

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You Can’t Spell Retail Without AI: How To Optimize Your Chain Retail Store Design With Data Science

RTP blog

By Seth Redmore, Lexalytics The old saying “retail is detail” has never been more true. From what’s in stock to the size of the customer service desk, data science rules the decision-making process. While machine learning has been the darling of large chains for years, increasing accessibility, ROI and AI hype are encouraging uptake among mid-sized chains looking to maximize operational efficiency alongside delivering superior customer service.

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Get Your SEO In Shape

Forrester eCommerce

Pick a sport. Any sport. You are now tasked with managing that team’s success. Sounds pretty fun, right? Apply this to managing a company’s search engine optimization (SEO) and it quickly turns into a cumbersome task.

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Shopify Goes Multilingual: What To Expect and How it Helps Your Store

Ecommerce Platforms

One of the easiest ways to expand your store's reach around the globe is by incorporating a multilingual interface. This means that a website that's usually shown in, say, English, could be instantly translated to German, Italian, or whatever language the current user wants. In addition, multilingual websites often have options for accepting multiple currencies at checkout.

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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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The Ultimate Ecommerce Business Toolbox

A Better Lemonade Stand

55 of the top online business tools and ecommerce resources for building an automated, online, outsourced, turbocharged ecommerce business. The post The Ultimate Ecommerce Business Toolbox appeared first on A Better Lemonade Stand.

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Leaders in Logistics: Post & Parcel Europe 2019

Retail Technology Review

Comprising two forums, the Innovation in Operations day and the two-day Post & Parcel Europe Summit, this event offers the actionable insight you need to survive in the evolving world of delivery.

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Dzinga launches new communications platform for business

Retail Technology Review

Dzinga has announced its new communications platform for business which supports communications between businesses and their customers across web, phone, mobile and social media.

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Getting Better Quality Reviews

Rishi Rawat

Let’s look at these 2 reviews: A: Generic and just adds cognitive load: B: Specifically addresses shopper concern about mattress delivery to buildings (Narrative Control): Which one do you like better? Instead of sending out a generic post-purchase email that says, “ Hope you are enjoying product X, please write a review ” study the product and the reviews you have already collected.

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Spring joint venture to be ‘new standard’ for UK e-commerce deliveries

Retail Technology Review

The UK division of mail and parcels solutions provider, Spring, has launched a joint venture which it believes will become the new standard in deliveries for online retailers.

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[Infographic] Listen Up: What Shoppers Want When Buying Headphones

Wiser

Headphones. Step outside and you’ll see headphones of all shapes, sizes, and brands as we go about our days. There are ear buds, on-ear, over-ear, and many more. How to choose which style is best? Wiser asked in-store shoppers what drove them to buy, from brand reputation to price. We put the answers in a helpful infographic for you. Our infographic includes: Which brands are most popular.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential with 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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New Uberall research shows struggling UK department stores are missing out on high street customers due to online ‘invisibility’

Retail Technology Review

Uberall, the Berlin-headquartered location marketing technology specialist, has announced the findings of its research into the accuracy of online location search results of the UK’s largest department stores.

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Ecommerce Lately: September 2018

ecomdash

Ecommerce companies are all the rage this year, with online retail traffic reaching an all-time high. Keeping up-to-date with ecommerce industry news can be tedious, but with Ecommerce Lately it’s as easy as a click of a button. We’ve pinpointed the top news stories in the month of September, so that you are informed on the newest tricks and trends without all the time-consuming research.

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Everything you need to know about Walmart’s new Connected Content Partner Program

Salsify

Late last week, Walmart announced their new C onnected Content Partner Program , which features Salsify and 11 other technology partners. While the program doesn’t launch until January 2019, we wanted to give brands the inside scoop on what happened, why, and what it means for Walmart suppliers.

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Spreadsheet Olympics: A major hurdle for multichannel sales

TradeGecko

When we talk about effectively tracking inventory and sales data, there’s no greater source of truth than the Excel spreadsheet, right? Wrong.

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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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What Is E-Commerce Automation — And Why Do You Need It?

ChannelAdvisor

If you’re like most of the brands and retailers we talk to here at ChannelAdvisor, you’ve probably caught yourself wondering: How can my company possibly get ahead of the competition when the e-commerce industry changes daily? It’s a question we hear often. And believe it or not, there’s a surprisingly short answer: Automation. In many ways, this one-word strategy is like magic for e-commerce companies.

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Spreadsheet Olympics: A major hurdle for multichannel sales

TradeGecko

When we talk about effectively tracking inventory and sales data, there’s no greater source of truth than the Excel spreadsheet, right? Wrong.

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Does Your Website Act Like a Virtual Assistant?

PERQ

As long as the process to find something is quick, easy and tailored to their personal tastes, most busy consumers want to help themselves when shopping online. So, does your website act like a virtual assistant that helps online shoppers find exactly what they want. The post Does Your Website Act Like a Virtual Assistant? appeared first on PERQ.

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The 2018 iPhone Release: A Retailer's Dream or Backlog Nightmare?

iQmetrix

It’s your choice.

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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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Case Study: How reducing out-of-stocks can help you gain market share

Profitero

A top 3 player in the intensely competitive online personal care space was losing sales and share on Amazon 1P (products sold and distributed directly by the retailer), largely because of out-of-stock issues. The manufacturer found out the hard way that it doesn’t matter how good your content or traffic rates are if the online retailer doesn’t have enough stock on hand to make the sale.

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The 2018 iPhone Release: A Retailer's Dream of Backlog Nightmare?

iQmetrix

It’s your choice.

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Key Marketing Trends That Truly Rule and Shape the World

Payoneer

Editor’s note: This is a guest post from Leona Henryson, Commercial Director at Essay Supply. If you really want to create a marketing campaign that reaches your target audience and increases revenue, it’s important to be aware of the most recent trends. Some of them are enhancements of strategies you already employ. Others will be new to you.