Wed.Nov 11, 2020

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Deciding When And What To Transition For Your Organization’s Digital Transformation

Forrester eCommerce

When thinking about implementing a digital transformation, there are things sales leaders must consider to align and compensate the organization’s sales resources with the shift. Forrester analyst Anne Slough shares how a digital transformation impacts the sales team’s success.

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How to Double Your YouTube Subscribers (Without Buying Them)

Kissmetrics

Every minute, 500 hours of videos are uploaded to YouTube. With that much competition, you might have counted yourself out and accepted that getting enough Youtube subscribers isn’t worth the effort. But what if you’re making a social media mistake ? What if you could break through the noise and become popular on YouTube? One of the best ways of measuring popularity on YouTube is by looking at the number of subscribers.

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The 13 Consultancies That Will Help Realize Your Computer Vision … Vision

Forrester eCommerce

All organizations need to leverage the AI-fueled (i.e., deep learning) revolution in computer vision (CV), but most can’t do this on their own. To help you realize your vision-ary ambitions, we have released our first Forrester New Wave™ evaluation of computer vision consultancies for Q4 2020. We looked at the top 13 CV service providers […].

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How to Create an Editorial Style Guide

Kissmetrics

As a digital marketer, you know just how important the tone and message of your blog are to the overall success of your business. A cohesive approach to your digital content, especially the content on your blog, is critical to your brand. The best way to ensure your site is editorially cohesive is with an editorial style guide. This article will walk you through the basics of an editorial style guide.

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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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1-800-FLOWERS.COM Launches Multi-Brand Corporate Gifting Site

Retail TouchPoints

1-800-FLOWERS.COM has launched a site for corporate gifting that enables business customers to access offerings from across its brands, including Harry & David , Cheryl’s Cookies , The Popcorn Factory and Wolferman’s Bakery. The dedicated site provides an expanded catalog of gift offerings and customization features including: White Glove Service: Companies can work with a dedicated account manager who will advise on the most appropriate gift options to fit the needs of the busin

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Dealing with the Access Hoarders in your Organization

Forrester eCommerce

Anyone who has seen the show Hoarders knows how people who fill their houses with unneeded stuff can literally bury themselves in junk. Security & Risk (S&R) pros that manage employee access to apps, databases and systems should notice the Hoarders parallel when it comes to IT access– many employees unknowingly acquire access over time, […].

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Healthcare Leaders: Review Your Marketing And CX Budgets In The Wake Of COVID-19

Forrester eCommerce

Healthcare Leaders: Consider Spending Changes In Five Categories Post-COVID-19 The business effects of the COVID-19 pandemic will be with us for years. However, the consequences of the pandemic are not identical for all companies. Different firms and industries, including healthcare, face disparate consumer trends, resource availability, and revenue potential during the pandemic and its aftermath. […].

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How AT&T’s Early Pandemic Experience Prepared it for a Unique Holiday Season

Retail TouchPoints

Managing a product release as huge as the iPhone 12 can be a tricky proposition during the best of times, to say nothing of the challenges created during a pandemic. However, AT&T. was able to draw on lessons it learned from operating during the early days of COVID-19 to make the experience safe and orderly. AT&T already had figured out optimal ways to keep a sufficient number of its stores open without endangering customers through unsafe practices or cutting off shoppers who needed acc

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330: Jasmine Star On How To Build A Powerful Brand With Social Media

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Today, I’m thrilled to have Jasmine Star on the show. Jasmine is the founder of SocialCurator.com and is a world renowned speaker and business strategist. She specializes in social media and has taught thousands of people how grow their audience on Instagram and Facebook. In this episode, you’ll learn how to build a powerful ecommerce brand with Instagram.

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As Retailers Adjust to the Pandemic, Embracing Digital Commerce Doesn’t Have to be Risky

Retail TouchPoints

When the pandemic began to take shape last spring, many organizations were forced to hastily restructure their retail operations. Brick-and-mortar stores quickly set up online shops, and organizations offered new services such as online checkout, payout or purchasing options. The result was substantial: all North American online retail orders increased by 126% by May 3, 2020.

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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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Brits slash Christmas shopping budgets by 6%

Retail Technology Review

The global pandemic has impacted nearly every aspect of our lives this year, including Britons' Christmas shopping budgets, according to research by the Fashion Retail Academy.On average, people are planning to spend £341 on gifts this Christmas - 6% less than in 2019. .

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Walmart Adds 100% Renewable-Energy Electric Cars to its Growing Autonomous Delivery Lineup

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart is expanding both its delivery and sustainability footprints through the launch of an all-electric self-driving car pilot, in partnership with Cruise. The test will begin in Scottsdale, Ariz. in early 2021 as part of Walmart’s efforts to reach zero emissions by 2040. The Cruise self-driving cars will make contactless deliveries for local orders.

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Quick Guide on Seller Ratings in Google Ads

Store Growers

Last Updated on November 27, 2020. When you’re shopping online, one of the most difficult things to judge is whether you can trust a certain site. That’s why we fall back on shopping with household names and relying on reviews. Both can give us some benchmark at what it is to do business with a certain store. In Google Ads you can leverage those store reviews as seller ratings.

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The New Seller’s Guide to Retail Arbitrage on Amazon

SellBrite

Nate and Alysha Jackson used to be full-time public school teachers. Then they decided to start a side hustle with retail arbitrage on Amazon. They took $100, purchased items on clearance, and sold them on Amazon for a profit. And they kept on doing it. All their free time—weekends, days off, before school, and after school—was spent scouring retail stores, searching for discounted merchandise they could flip.

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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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Lululemon to sell Mirror devices in stores, add community features

RetailDive

The home workout platform, which the athletics retailer acquired in the midst of the pandemic, will be initially available at 18 stores this holiday season.

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How COVID-19 has changed/will change programmatic advertising

Liveintent

Before the pandemic, programmatic advertising was seeing double-digit growth as publishers sought to monetize content and advertisers needed to reach targeted audiences at scale. Then COVID-19 shook the world, causing marketers to rethink their advertising strategies – including how they approach programmatic. In a recent Real Time Banter webinar, we talked to Stephanie Layser, vice president of advertising and technology operations at News Corp, about how COVID-19 has affected programmatic adve

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BFCM, Customer Retention & eCommerce in 2021 as seen by 23 experts – the eCommerce Growth Summit – 2020 Fall Edition

Omniconvert

Why should you be here? 2020 has been one of a kind, don’t you agree? We were mentioning the COVID. The post BFCM, Customer Retention & eCommerce in 2021 as seen by 23 experts – the eCommerce Growth Summit – 2020 Fall Edition appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.

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Sales Territory Management Plan: Creating a 5 Step Strategy [Video]

RepslyBlog

Most consumer goods companies understand the importance of an effective sales territory management plan - it can prevent territory overlap between field reps, which causes confusion and wastes time. By clearly defining territories, you can create a strategy that ensures field reps will not compete against one another for the same customers or visit a customer twice.

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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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Nisa stores offer deals on Diwali essentials 

TalkingRetail

Nisa partners are offering deals on a raft of Diwali essentials to help consumers celebrate the occasion, which begins on 14 November. Products included in the promotion are: Napolina Chopped Tomatoes 4x400g at £2, Apetina Paneer 225g at £1.79, Laila Basmati Rice 5kg at £9, Co-op Dried Red Split Lentils 500g at £1.65, D’aucy Chickpeas.

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Bluestar buys Ascena's Justice brand for $90M

RetailDive

The owner of Hurley, Bebe and Brookstone had to up its bid for the tween brand to buy it at a bankruptcy auction.

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Trade body launches EU exit readiness briefing for c-stores

TalkingRetail

The Association of Convenience Stores has published an EU Exit Readiness Briefing for the convenience sector to help retailers consider how their business may be affected at the end of the transition period on 31 December 2020. The briefing covers three core elements for convenience retailers to consider: trading environment, workforce & people, and regulations.

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How can your eCommerce sell more – eCommerce Growth Tips Ep. 7

Omniconvert

When you’re struggling to grow your sales in eCommerce, what should come first? The product or the customer? In this. The post How can your eCommerce sell more – eCommerce Growth Tips Ep. 7 appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.

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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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‘Mini Yellow’ robots deliver the right package

Retail Technology Review

In 2019 China’s express parcels market was valued at US$100 billion. Driven by the growth of e-commerce across the country, this figure was up by more than 8 per cent on the previous 12 months and the sector is expected to sustain double-digit increases for the foreseeable future.

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Racing industry mourns closure of Newmarket newsagent

TalkingRetail

A Newmarket newsagent, which served the horse racing community, has closed due to the impact of the Coronavirus pandemic. The Racing Post reports that News Box, which has been in operation for at least the past 70 years, relied on racegoers coming to the town’s two courses. The store, which opened at 5am to service.

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Hitachi Vantara to offer Lumada industrial solutions on AWS, accelerating and optimising business outcomes with IoT and AI

Retail Technology Review

Hitachi Vantara, the digital infrastructure and solutions subsidiary of Hitachi, Ltd., has announced an expanded Strategic Collaboration Agreement (SCA) with Amazon Web Services (AWS) to offer Lumada industrial solutions on the AWS cloud platform.

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Spar retailer marks 40th year of trading with refit

TalkingRetail

Spar retailer London Road Bakery in Boston, Lincolnshire, is close to completing a store refresh. The refit was originally planned for the anniversary of the store’s 40th year of trading, but was delayed by the pandemic. Owner Jacqui Dales told Talking Retail: “We are almost finished having our refit which started on the 2 November.

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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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McD’s CEO hopes President-elect Biden can get stimulus deal done

RetailWire

McDonald’s CEO Chris Kempczinski said the need for a stimulus deal in Washington “is very clear” and he hopes that President-elect Joe Biden will be able to get that done after he takes the oath of office in January. Mr. Kempczinkski also said that Mr. Biden’s administration will address climate change and education, as he assumes the presidency.

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Spar Scotland highlights new deals on STV

TalkingRetail

Spar Scotland returns to Scottish TV screens from 16 November with its latest advertising campaign. The adverts highlight the value available in Spar stores the length and breadth of the country. Promotions focus on nine key deals from brands including: Golden Wonder, Walkers Doritos, Barr’s Irn Bru, Coca Cola, Magners, Tennent’s, Kopparberg, Kellogg’s, Birds Eye.

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Kate Spade turns to Tinder exec for CMO

RetailDive

Analysts have been keeping a close eye on the brand, which hasn't managed to replicate the turnaround executed by its fellow Tapestry brand Coach.

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Boursin unveils seasonal campaign

TalkingRetail

Cheese brand Boursin is launching a campaign designed to “feed special sharing occasions and drive seasonal sales”. The “Boursin Inspires, You Create” campaign is running across print and social media platforms, which will be supported by a TV advert from 5 December. The campaign is “set to unlock new usage occasions outside of the traditional.

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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