Fri.Mar 14, 2025

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How to Check Competitors’ Email Marketing Campaigns

Dynamic Action

Summary Monitoring competitors’ email campaigns and promotional activity in your market is essential but time-consuming. Tracking competitors’ email and homepage marketing activity historically and in real time helps optimize calendars, pricing, and product assortments to refine strategies for better results. AI-powered retail technology can collect this data, saving you time and providing analysis across channels.

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Microsoft Tackles Fashion Discovery with New Copilot AI Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Microsoft has partnered with Curated for You to incorporate AI-powered fashion suggestions into everyday conversations in its AI assistant, Copilot. Microsoft Copilot is an AI-powered tool that integrates with various Microsoft applications and services including Word, Excel, PowerPoint, Outlook, Teams and the Microsoft Edge browser offering users a conversational chat interface to generate content, provide insights and automate tasks.

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Siemens Data Center Analyst Event Touches On A Variety Of Topics

Forrester eCommerce

Forrester was invited to a Siemens Industry Analyst Day event focused on data centers in Zug, Switzerland and received presentations covering a wide variety of data center topics, as well as a tour of Siemens facilities showcasing the practical application of its strategy and products.

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How LVMH is Nurturing the Next Generation of Luxury Leaders

Retail TouchPoints

Its no secret that attracting and keeping retail talent is becoming ever more difficult. To tackle this challenge, luxury giant LVMH s North American division has taken its recruiting efforts straight to the source colleges and universities. At LVMH, we believe that our people are our greatest asset, and the longevity of our brands depends on attracting the most talented and passionate individuals , said Gena Smith, Chief Human Resources Officer at LVMH North America in comments shared with Ret

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Heritage Estate Winery & Events Wins Best New Event Venue at the Canadian Venue Awards

Canadian Special Events

Barries Premier Vineyard Venue, Heritage Estate Winery & Events , a breathtaking boutique vineyard and venue in Simcoe County, has been awarded Best New Event Venue at the prestigious Canadian Venue Awards. This recognition highlights the venues exceptional service, stunning setting, and innovative approach to event planning. Since opening in August 2022, Heritage Estate Winery & Events has quickly become a sought-after destination for weddings, corporate functions, and social events.

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Retailers and the Future of Search: Embracing Tomorrow’s AI Reality

Retail TouchPoints

The emergence of AI-powered platforms has ignited a profound shift in how we interact with technology and the trajectory of the search landscape. While Google remains the dominant driver of organic website traffic for retailers, AI-powered platforms ChatGPT, Perplexity AI, Microsoft Copilot, Meta AI, ByteDance and others are claiming their stake and increasing bot traffic to websites.

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Wayfair to Continue Large-Format Expansion with 2026 Atlanta Store Opening

Retail TouchPoints

Following the successful debut of its initial large-format store in the Chicago suburb of Wilmette, Ill. in May 2024 , Wayfair will open its second large-format store next year in Atlanta. The 150,000-square-foot space, located within the District at Howell Mill shopping center in Atlantas Upper Westside neighborhood, will offer furniture, home dcor, housewares, appliances and home improvement essentials.

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Harvey Norman Expands UK Presence with New West Midlands Store

365 Retail

Harvey Norman has confirmed its continued UK expansion with the announcement of a new store and UK headquarters at Gracechurch, Royal Sutton Coldfield, West Midlands. The multinational home and lifestyle retailer has signed a 20-year lease for a 53,000 sq. ft. retail space, marking a significant addition to the shopping centre. The site, previously home to British Home Stores (BHS) until its closure in 2016, will be transformed into a state-of-the-art retail destination.

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Build-A-Bear to Reimagine Workshops with New Orlando ‘Retail-tainment’ Experience

Retail TouchPoints

Build-A-Bear Workshop is planning a multi-levelretail-tainmentexperience that will open in the first half of 2026 at the Icon Park entertainment complex in Orlando, Fla. The move is part of a multi-year strategic evolution and expansion of Build-A-Bear’s nearly 600 -store footprint, particularly in tourist and hospitality destinations. Construction of the experience at Icon Park is slated to begin later this year under the vision of design firm Chute Gerdeman , which also designed the FAO

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Dollar General, Walmart Warn That Low-Income American Consumers Are in Trouble

RetailWire

Dollar General and Walmart have both issued warnings about the fiscal health of low-income consumers.

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

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Jack & Jones Opens at Silverburn

365 Retail

Danish menswear brand Jack & Jones has officially opened its latest UK store at Silverburn , further enhancing the retail destinations fashion offering. Known for its premium denim and contemporary menswear, the brand brings its signature style to Glasgow shoppers with a diverse collection of essentials, including high-quality jeans, tailored suits, and premium leather goods.

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Solo Brands warns it could file for bankruptcy

RetailDive

The company issued a going concern statement citing challenges related to liquidity and existing debt.

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The Collapse of the Great Banking Divide

365 Retail

The recent announcement that Lloyds Banking Group is to shut another 136 branches by March next year is the continuation of a trend seen across the high-street banking establishment. The landscape of high-street banks has undergone significant transformation in recent years, marked by a notable trend towards downsizing physical retail banking locations.

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Thirteen stores close in a year in Stoke after illegal tobacco and vape raids

TalkingRetail

Stoke-on-Trent has reported a further crackdown on illegal vape and tobacco sales with seizures valued at 20,000 this week. Trading standards, council staff and police carried out a series of raids in the Stoke suburb of Meir.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Dallas leaders float ‘financially beneficial’ opportunity for Neiman Marcus, Saks Global

RetailDive

A consortium of city leaders hasn’t given up the fight to keep the iconic downtown Neiman Marcus store open, at least for a few more months.

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Tesco Express to trial giving away food near usage date

TalkingRetail

Tesco Express has begun a trial giving expiring food to customers for free at the end of the day as it tries to cut food waste. The supermarket will give away some already discounted yellow sticker items after 9.

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Margin Hacks for Cash-Strapped Ecom Stores

Practical eCommerce

Amid a downturn for many ecommerce businesses, entrepreneur Eric Bandholz offers tips for better profits. The post Margin Hacks for Cash-Strapped Ecom Stores appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Food retailers outshine general economy at start of 2025

TalkingRetail

Food retailers provided the UK with one of its few brighter spots in January as the economy overall shrank by 0.1%, according to the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Manufacturing output fell by 1.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.

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Walmart says it’s unlikely to meet 2025 plastic, recycling targets

RetailDive

The largest U.S. retailer discussed challenges to increasing PCR adoption. More than two-thirds of its global private-brand packaging was recyclable, reusable or industrially compostable in 2023, according to a company update.

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Walmart Self-Checkout Faces $10,000 Fines From Washington State If These Terms Aren’t Met

RetailWire

Walmart self-checkout is facing some pushback in Washington state.

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Ulta lost market share in beauty for the first time last year

RetailDive

As part of a wide-ranging turnaround, the beauty retailer is launching a marketplace, expanding its wellness offering and fixing up stores.

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JOANN Is No Longer Accepting Store Gift Cards, Disappointing Customers Seeking Discounts

RetailWire

Since announcing the closure of every store, JOANN has stopped taking gift cards as payment.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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The Weekly Closeout: Hanes jumps into athleisure, iRobot has ‘substantial doubts’ about its future

RetailDive

The underwear brand launched Hanes Moves, while the Roomba creator said the company is undergoing a strategic review.

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Forever 21 Looking To Close 200 Stores Amidst Bankruptcy Speculation

RetailWire

Forever 21 is closer than ever to closing more stores.

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Zettle vs. Square: Which POS Solution Should You Use to Take Payments for Your Business in 2025?

Korona

Is Zettle or Square the best POS system for your 2025 business? Compare key features, pricing, and ease of use to make the right choice.

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UFC and Dave & Buster’s Bring Fans Closer to the Action With New UFC Challenge Game

RetailWire

UFC and Dave & Buster's continue their collab with a new UFC Challenge Game.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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Let The Service Management Agentic AI Race Begin

Forrester eCommerce

Late last year, my colleagues and I authored a report on the future of AI computing titled Change The Interface; Change The World. We predicted how AI-powered interfaces and agents will change everyday life and work. This transformation has begun, and we can see its impact on IT operations.

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Burger King Is Giving Away Free Onion Rings for St. Patrick’s Day

RetailWire

Burger King is giving customers a chance to get their favorite side for free.

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Meet The Analyst: Covering ERP, FP&A, SaaS, And The Enterprise Software Market

Forrester eCommerce

I am thrilled to begin my journey as principal analyst on the enterprise software, IT services, and digital transformation-focused team at Forrester. For nearly two decades, I have led major business-technology initiatives. During the last eight years for Forrester Consulting, I helped clients drive transformative results.

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Macy’s Welcomes Good American: A New Era of Inclusive Fashion

RetailWire

Macy's welcomes Good American Jeans to its family of products.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!