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Make Real Agile A Stepping Stone Towards Future-Fit Adaptability

Forrester eCommerce

Future Fit Organizations are Adaptive Covid-19 has accelerated the need for enterprises to adapt to rapidly changing market conditions. Satya Nadella in April 2020 told thousands of developers at the online Microsoft Build conference “we’ve seen companies do in 2 months what they normally would do in years…”. The Pandemic also taught us that we […].

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AB InBev Goes Green for St. Patrick’s Day

Optimizely

No, it’s not what you think. The green beer will not be flowing in abundance this St. Patrick’s Day, as many bars are still taking precautions and staying closed due to the COVID-19 pandemic. Although I’m sure many families will be partaking in the green libation tradition in their own homes paired with a delicious meal of corned beef and cabbage. Some rituals are just too good to skip.

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How To Calculate The Benefits Of An Employee Mental Health Program

Forrester eCommerce

(Paul-Julien Giraud contributed to this blog.) Mental health was already a critical element of an effective employee experience (EX) program before the pandemic, but today, it’s paramount, as new stresses have emerged and employees brace for even more change in coming months. Sadly, many employers still miss the mark on this investment. And it is […].

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How to Target Generation Z Through Paid Ads

Kissmetrics

Because the oldest Gen Zers are reaching an age where they can make their own purchasing decisions, you have a whole new audience you can target with your paid ads. Search interest in Gen Z has climbed so high that as of March 2021, searches for Generation Z surpassed searches for baby boomers and millennials. In order for your ads to be successful, you need to understand the demographics and characteristics of Gen Z so you can tailor your campaign accordingly.

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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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Discover And Reduce The Privacy Risks Of Your Customer Experience Measurement Practices

Forrester eCommerce

There are privacy risks in customer experience measurement. Today, protecting your customers’ and your employees’ privacy is key. Learn how to.

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How Much Do Twitter Ads Cost?

Kissmetrics

With an advertising audience of 353 million, Twitter is an ultra-effective free advertising tool. Still, as you probably know, the social networking site also provides plenty of paid advertising opportunities that let you target your followers, automate your bids, and promote your business. When used properly, these ads enable your brand to gain visibility and attract more followers, click-throughs, and app downloads.

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346: 36 Million Dollars In 3 Years – The Story Of Brumate With Dylan Jacob

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today, I’m thrilled to have Dylan Jacob on the show. Dylan is the founder of Brumate.com which is a company that sells beer cozies online. And he grew Brumate into a 36 million dollar business in just 3 years. The growth of his company has been ridiculous. In his first full year, he made 2.1 million. The next year, he did 20 million and last year he did 36.

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Nordstrom Launches Livestream Shopping Channel

Retail TouchPoints

Nordstrom will debut its own Livestream Shopping channel as part of broader ambitions to dive into ecommerce livestreaming, according to CNBC. The program has been in the works for some time, inspired by the popularity of retail livestreaming services in China. Planned streams include on “how to wear Burberry runway looks,” a spring beauty trend happy hour and a conversation with the British makeup artist Charlotte Tilbury.

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19 Proven Tips for A Successful WooCommerce Shop

MakeWebBetter

There was a global growth of more than 2 trillion USD on a year-on-year basis, in the e-commerce industry despite the 5-year long slowdown. In the post-covid world, the e-commerce industry surged substantially surpassing the projected estimates. Why should you care about these estimates? Because then it will make complete sense to your decision of […].

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Stripe Secures $600M in New Funding, Boosts Value to $95B

Retail TouchPoints

Online payment processing company Stripe has raised $600 million in Series H funding, nearly tripling its valuation in under a year to $95 billion , according to data from Pitchbook. With a mission to “grow the GDP of the internet,” Stripe plans to use the new funding to invest in its European operations, continue to build out its Global Payments and Treasury Network and expand services in a host of markets including Brazil, India, Indonesia, Thailand and the UAE.

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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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FSA revises Food Law Code of Practice

TalkingRetail

The Food Standards Agency has published the revised Food Law Codes of Practice and Food Law Practice Guidance, and introduced a Competency Framework in England and Northern Ireland, after holding a consultation at the end of last year. The codes provide statutory guidance to local authorities and port health authorities on the approach they should. This story continues at FSA revises Food Law Code of Practice.

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How Retailers Can Make Effective Changes for Better Logistics Operations

Retail TouchPoints

Holiday 2020 was unlike any other for ecommerce growth. In November and December, Adobe Analytics reported that online shopping grew 32.2% from 2019, totaling $188.2 billion. This massive increase put significant strains on the supply chain as well as shipping and delivery. Over the course of the COVID-19 pandemic, items that consumers shopped for reflected the stay-at-home sentiment, such as household essentials, electronics and entertainment and health, beauty and wellness products.

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One Stop franchisees launch 12th store

TalkingRetail

One Stop franchisees, Daniel and Craig Wilson, have opened their 12th store in Pickering, North Yorkshire. The store, which is located at 4-5 Eastgate, Pickering, was “very tired” and needed a lot of work. Daniel Wilson said: “Pickering is a good location, on the edge of the West Yorkshire Moors and as the lockdown restrictions. This story continues at One Stop franchisees launch 12th store.

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Tailored Brands CEO to step down

RetailDive

After Dinesh Lathi led the owner of Men's Wearhouse through bankruptcy, the company decided it was "the right time to re-evaluate the skills" of a CEO.

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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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Tributes paid to London newsagent

TalkingRetail

London newsagent Harendra Bhatt, 61, has died of Covid-19. His father Lalit, 84, who set up their newspaper kiosk outside a North London station in the 1980s, died of the virus a few days earlier, reports suggest. Prime minister Boris Johnson, who was a regular customer of Bhatt, told The Mail on Sunday: “I am. This story continues at Tributes paid to London newsagent.

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Who's afraid of a $15 minimum wage?

RetailDive

A recent bid to raise the federal wage floor failed, but the issue likely isn't going away. And some big names have already pushed their wages way past it.

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3 Ways Independent Retailers Can Compete Using Amazon

RetailMinded

The latest data from Statista suggests that Amazon may account for 50% of the entire e-commerce retail market this year. It’s no surprise, given that a massive chunk of its customer base consists of Prime account holders. They enjoy benefits such as free same-day, one-day, or two-day deliveries, as well as better deals, motivating them to spend more.

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DSW parent eyes 65 store closures

RetailDive

Designer Brands is focusing its efforts on the crowded athleisure footwear market as it pulls back on its store count.

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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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Ministers back new move to protect shopworkers

TalkingRetail

Minister from the Labour frontbench and across the House of Commons are backing calls for the creation of a new protection of shopworkers law. The government to being asked to include a provision in its Police, Crime, Sentencing and Courts Bill to deliver much-needed legislation to tackle growing abuse against shopworkers. Labour’s frontbench has indicated.

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Nordstrom debuts interactive livestreams

RetailDive

In the last year, in response to the pandemic, the retailer launched virtual styling services and enabled shoppable social media.

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On-demand grocery service Jiffy secures funding

TalkingRetail

Jiffy, a new on-demand online supermarket, which aims to deliver fresh groceries and essentials in around 15 minutes, has raised £2.6m in an initial seed-funding round to aid its launch in the UK. The service, which is led by venture capital fund LVL1 Group, is headed by a team with extensive experience in online and. This story continues at On-demand grocery service Jiffy secures funding.

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Wayfair names new chief marketer

RetailDive

Bob Sherwin will succeed Ed Macri, who served as chief marketing and product officer and has been with the online retailer for the past 14 years.

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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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Florette launches colourful salad bag to portfolio

TalkingRetail

Prepared salad brand Florette is set to launch a Rainbow Crunchy salad bag, in a move designed to “inspire and motivate shoppers towards great-tasting, healthier food choices”. Florette Rainbow Crunchy will be available in a 125g bag retailing at £1.10, and contains a mix of mild crunchy leaves and vegetables, such as escarole, radicchio, carrots. This story continues at Florette launches colourful salad bag to portfolio.

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DynamicAction & BigCommerce - A Match Made in Heaven

Dynamic Action

2020 will most certainly go down as the most disruptive year in Retail in recent memory. However, amidst the COVID doom and gloom of government stay at home orders, store closures and bankruptcy filings there were signs of resiliency and significant success. One of the bright lights shining in the pandemic darkness was the IPO of eCommerce platform technology provider BigCommerce.

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On-demand grocery service Weezy launches in Bristol

TalkingRetail

Weezy, the on-demand grocery delivery service, has launched in Bristol. The company stocks 2,000 local products, from fresh fruit and veg to local meat and dairy, which it says are locally-sourced, sustainably delivered, and are offered at retail prices. Kristof Van Beveren, co-founder and chief executive of Weezy, said: “At Weezy we believe there is.

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Amazon Customer Loyalty: Winning Without a Rewards Program

Customer Communications Group

Amazon continues to dominate customer loyalty, even without a traditional rewards program. Learn what they’re doing, the key to their loyalty marketing strategy, and how you can apply their tactics to your own rewards program and customer loyalty initiatives. The post Amazon Customer Loyalty: Winning Without a Rewards Program appeared first on CCG.

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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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Family-run store sold after two decades

TalkingRetail

Peasedown News, a family-run post office and newsagent in Peasedown St John, near Bath, has been sold after 24 years. The store has been owned by John and Bryony Barker who made the decision to bring the business to market to retire from the sector. John Barker said: “It is with mixed emotions that we. This story continues at Family-run store sold after two decades.

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How Greenhouse Juice Made Agile Shifts to Meet New Demands During COVID-19

RepslyBlog

The COVID-19 pandemic brought an unprecedented amount of challenges and obstacles throughout the 2020 calendar, forcing many companies to re-examine how they work and operate from the top-down. For many CPG brands and their field teams this, unfortunately, meant reducing headcount, following strict protocols and guidelines, and embracing uncertainty in a time of tumultuous change.

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Pladis supports Jacob’s brand with £4.5m campaign

TalkingRetail

Snacking company Pladis is launching a campaign for its Jacob’s Mini Cheddars brand, in a move designed to “further bolster brand relevancy among 25- to 45-year-olds”. The seven-week “Welcome to Cheddar Town” campaign includes a TV advert and sponsorship of Channel 4’s “Friday nights on 4” program line-up, as well as social media assets which.

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Credit card companies delay swipe fee hike

RetailWire

Visa and Mastercard announced that they are postponing their plans to raise interchange fees on card transactions after coming under criticism from members of Congress. Plans to increase the fees reported in the press prompted Sen. Dick Durbin and Rep. Peter Welch to send a letter to the CEOs of the two companies calling on them to put off any changes in light of the impact that the pandemic has had on so many businesses.

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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