Thu.Jul 02, 2020

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Ensure Your Workplace Doesn’t Become A New Source Of COVID-19 Infections

Forrester eCommerce

While the number of COVID-19 infections is on the rise globally, some countries have started to relax lockdown measures and reopen their economies. As a result, many employers have welcomed back employees into physical workplaces. Unfortunately, the workplace is often the source of new outbreaks. In Italy, for example, a currier express company experienced a […].

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Mobile Marketing Strategy for Ecommerce – Why it Matters & How to Get it Right

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You’re more likely to be reading this on your smartphone or mobile device than on desktop.

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Tamr Solutions Aim To Minimize COVID-19 Business Disruptions

Retail TouchPoints

Tamr , a solution provider that helps retailers handle data at scale, has launched the “Data Can Help” solution suite, to help enable global organizations to quickly uncover insights that can optimize spend, minimize supply chain risks and identify alternative parts and suppliers during the COVID-19 pandemic. The new solutions layer real-time data on the impact of COVID-19 worldwide on top of organizations’ supply chain and spend data, to help retailers make decisions that can minimize dis

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Constant Contact Website Builder Review (July 2020)

Ecommerce Platforms

Constant Contact is a company best known for its email marketing services. Whether you’re a small business or a large enterprise, you can use this tool to connect with your customers on a regular basis. However, in recent years, the team behind Constant Contact has been keen to expand on its portfolio. Today, Constant Contact claims that it’s built one of the best website builder tools in the world.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Innovate And Automate: How To Optimize Fulfillment In The E-Commerce Era

Retail TouchPoints

We’re lucky to be living in an age of convenience — just think about that smartphone in your hand. With just a few taps of its screen, you can purchase virtually any item imaginable from nearly any brand in the world. For consumers, that’s a lot of power. And for retailers, that’s a lot of competition. Retailers that can provide a satisfying shopping experience have a strong advantage, but consumers are a demanding bunch.

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Spar continues to support Marie Curie

TalkingRetail

Spar UK and its partners have raised £1.5m for Marie Curie, the charity which helps families living with terminal illness, in the past three years. The fundraising efforts from independently-owned Spar stores around the UK have made 80,000 hours of nursing care or almost 9,000 nursing shifts possible. Key fundraising highlights in support of Marie. This story continues at Spar continues to support Marie Curie.

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Nordstrom tells landlords to expect just half their rent until January 2021

RetailDive

The retailer also confirmed company-wide layoffs as part of an effort to reduce "non-occupancy related overhead expenses of approximately 20%.

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AI Can Be A Decisive Factor In Retail Players’ Business Recovery

Retail TouchPoints

Despite an increase in e-Commerce activity since quarantine measures were introduced, retailers, placed in a state of economic emergency, are facing sharp drops in sales. In a global context of cost control, marketing today is under pressure to quickly generate traffic and in-store sales while reducing costs. The contribution of artificial intelligence (AI) in these processes is now a crucial lever to maintain commercial efficiency while considerably increasing productivity.

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Peroni Nastro Azzurro unveils new global marketing campaign

TalkingRetail

Premium beer brand Peroni Nastro Azzurro has launched a new global advertising campaign. The ‘Walk With Us’ campaign focuses on the Italian tradition of La Passeggiata – an early evening ritual which Italians routinely take – to walk, connect and socialise. The campaign will go live across TV, radio, video on demand, OOH, print and. This story continues at Peroni Nastro Azzurro unveils new global marketing campaign.

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Salesfloor Adds Three New Tools For Operating Post-COVID-19

Retail TouchPoints

Salesfloor , a mobile application platform designed for store associates, has launched a new product bundle designed to assist retailers in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic. The solution provider has added Live Voice and Video Chat, Event Management and All-in-One Appointment Management to its clienteling suite in order to help retailers manage new operating procedures and customer preferences.

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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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UKVIA urges chancellor to level playing field between vaping and nicotine replacement products

TalkingRetail

The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) is calling on the government to consider a similar VAT rate for vaping to that currently applied to nicotine replacement therapies (NRT). The call comes as chancellor Rishi Sunak is widely reported to be looking at reducing the VAT rate in the wake of the coronavirus as the government. This story continues at UKVIA urges chancellor to level playing field between vaping and nicotine replacement products.

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Report: Apple Closes 30 More Locations, McDonald’s Halts Reopenings As COVID-19 Spreads

Retail TouchPoints

Responding to increases in COVID-19 cases in multiple regions, Apple will close 30 additional U.S. stores, bringing its total number of reclosures to 77 , according to CNBC. McDonald’s also is responding to the pandemic’s resurgence by halting plans to reopen dining spaces for 21 days. The Apple closures affect stores in Alabama, California, Georgia, Idaho, Louisiana, Nevada, Oklahoma, Florida, Mississippi, Texas and Utah.

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Asda launches virtual in-store GP service

TalkingRetail

Asda to offer in-store GP video consultations in partnership with digital healthcare company Medicspot. The remote doctor service will initially be launched at the Asda Supercentre in Stevenage. Medicspot technology moves beyond a simple video call with the doctor by giving the patient access to a connected stethoscope, pulse oximeter, blood pressure monitor, contactless thermometer, This story continues at Asda launches virtual in-store GP service.

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3 Predictions on How Covid-19 Will Change Retail Forever

RetailMinded

Contributed by Mark Hook, Global PR Director, Brightpearl. In the midst of a global pandemic main street is struggling. From Gap to Staples, retailers large and small are trying to maintain their business and stay afloat, with many wondering about the long-term impact of coronavirus on the retail and ecommerce industry. Indeed, there are growing signs that the pandemic could impose permanent lasting change on retailers far beyond the end of the shutdown with the after effects of coronavirus chan

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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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Kent c-store receives closure order

TalkingRetail

Chatham Express, a convenience store in the high street, has received a closure order after being found to be in possession of illegal tobacco and for repeated incidents of antisocial behaviour. Kent Police’s Medway Community Safety Unit successfully made an application for a closure order to Folkestone Magistrates’ Court – the first time such legislation has.

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Crate and Barrel CEO to exit

RetailDive

Neela Montgomery, who stepped into the role in 2017, is the third chief executive in six years to depart the home goods retailer.

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Co-op reopens West Yorkshire forecourt after £1m investment

TalkingRetail

The Co-op is to reopen its petrol station and food store in Liversedge, West Yorkshire, tomorrow (3 July) following a £1.1m investment to extend and improve the store. The Millbridge store – which is located in Bradford Road and was damaged by fire in October 2018 – is now more than 50% larger and runs. This story continues at Co-op reopens West Yorkshire forecourt after £1m investment.

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Men's Wearhouse misses $6.1M interest payment on bonds

RetailDive

The retailer, owned by struggling Tailored Brands, faces default if it can't work out a deal with lenders or bring in additional liquidity.

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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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Fuel network could be unprofitable by 2035, retailers warned

TalkingRetail

Fuel retailers are at risk from emerging market trends, an Association of Convenience Stores conference was warned yesterday (1 July). Boston Consulting Group (BCG) told delegates about its in-depth study of the fuel retail industry which saw it create four different market scenarios that are likely to emerge, each defined by changes in mobility and.

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Amazon Pay launches 'Smart Stores' in India

RetailDive

The technology allows local shops to establish digital storefronts and provides contactless payment options.

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SuperValu creates autism-friendly learning resource

TalkingRetail

SuperValu has partnered with AsIAm, Ireland’s national autism charity, to create a learning resource for summer. The Bridge Back to School learning resource has been developed to help those with high support needs prepare during the summer months to return to school in September. Around 20,000 of the booklets will be distributed to SuperValu stores nationwide.

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From 'doing things' to doing things profitably: Outdoor Voices' plans for growth

RetailDive

New board Chairwoman Ashley Merrill doesn't want to change the brand's values, just its operations.

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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 hails retailers on Independents’ Day

TalkingRetail

Nisa is backing UK Independents’ Day, the national campaign to support and promote independent businesses in the UK, this weekend. In the run-up to UK Independents’ Day, and on Saturday 4 July, Nisa will be celebrating its independent partners and the contribution they make. The symbol group’s social media channels will be supporting the event. This story continues at Nisa hails retailers on Independents’ Day.

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Has eCommerce got serious competition? mCommerce is becoming an unstoppable trend

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Buying or selling goods and services via mobile devices (mobile phones, tablets), better known as mCommerce, currently accounts for nearly. The post Has eCommerce got serious competition? mCommerce is becoming an unstoppable trend appeared first on ECOMMERCE GROWTH Blog.

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UK’s frozen food revival here to stay

TalkingRetail

The acceleration of frozen food’s revival during lockdown is set to continue and create long-term changes in shopping habits, new research reveals. A new study commissioned by Birds Eye and Iceland highlights value for money and reduction of food waste as two of the main reasons that the popularity will remain. The survey reveals the. This story continues at UK’s frozen food revival here to stay.

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MarTech Today Webinar: How to Drive Revenue While Staying True to Your Brand Purpose

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Learn how Headspace built an exclusive offer for educators that solidified its commitment to its mission and its customers.

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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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One-O-One forms council partnership to help shielding citizens

TalkingRetail

One-O-One Convenience Stores has teamed up with Glasgow City Council to provide a food delivery service to help the city’s most vulnerable and shielding citizens. The retailer, which has 43 a portfolio of 43 shops in and around the Glasgow area, has committed to the project on a long-term basis and is working closely with Community. This story continues at One-O-One forms council partnership to help shielding citizens.

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Norfolk neighborhood becomes a food desert as grocer closes in the pandemic

RetailWire

A Save A Lot store was the only grocery store in downtown Norfolk, VA when the coronavirus hit the city and surrounding area. It closed last month, leaving customers like Karina Rayeford, who doesn’t own a car, with no local place to shop for groceries.

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Scotland makes face coverings in stores mandatory

TalkingRetail

Face coverings in shops are to become mandatory in Scotland from 10 July. The measures, announced by first minister Nicola Sturgeon today (2 July), will apply to customers and staff. However, staff working behind protective screens will be exempted. Further detail will be provided regarding age verification and staff involved in food preparation. Scottish Grocers.

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Transformco looking to sell Sears Home Services business

RetailWire

Transformca, the parent company of Kmart and Sears, is looking to raise at least $1 billion by selling its Sears Home Services division, which handles appliance repairs and vinyl siding replacement, as well as kitchen and roof remodeling projects. The move to put Sears Home Services on the market continues a practice established long ago by Eddie Lampert, the company’s biggest shareholder, to sell off its most valuable assets.

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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.