Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

REI Path Ahead Ventures , a support program for startups owned and led by Black, Indigenous, Latina/o/x and Asian Americans and Pacific Islanders, is launching the Navigate accelerator program with an inaugural cohort of six companies. The 16-week Navigate program will bring founders together in person and online to provide funding, mentorship, curated programming and access to REI’s production, distribution and marketing expertise.

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BigCommerce

JULY 19, 2022

Summer is in full swing, and what better way to celebrate than to add to your growing plant collection?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

Google has yet to officially do away with third-party cookies after announcing their removal from its Chrome browser in early 2020 , but the clock is ticking toward the final expiration date of tracking codes as a means to target and measure ads online. This winding-down period gave advertisers a head start in finding the best ways to perpetuate a healthy, ad-supported web and deliver better customer experiences.

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Forrester eCommerce

JULY 19, 2022

This week, Forrester published Data Communications Will Make Or Break Your Data Literacy Efforts. In this first research report on this topic, clients will discover how closing gaps in communication can ignite insights-driven decision-making. This content will resonate most with people leaders or change agents who are struggling to transport insights-related messages from the top […].

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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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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

Seeking information via the legal system, Amazon has filed a lawsuit against the administrators of more than 10,000 Facebook groups that try to orchestrate fake reviews in exchange for money or free products. The groups allegedly recruit individuals to post incentivized and misleading reviews for hundreds of products sold on Amazon stores in the U.S., the UK, Germany, France, Italy, Spain and Japan.

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Groove

JULY 19, 2022

Doc Popcorn is a sister company to Dippin’ Dots, a brand famous for its small frozen treats. With numerous franchised retail locations across the United States, Doc Popcorn offers high-quality and freshly popped popcorn to consumers across the country. While Dippin’ Dots recently underwent a complete website overhaul, Doc Popcorn used this opportunity to revitalize its site’s appearance and functionality.

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

Inflation, rent hikes and lower consumer spending are among the challenges that some indie stores say are making things worse than during the pandemic.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

YouTube has announced a series of new enhancements to make shopping more integrated on its platform, including a new Shopping section on the site and a partnership with Shopify that will allow merchants to easily feature products on their YouTube content. Next week, YouTube viewers in the U.S., Brazil and India will see a new Shopping section in the Explore tab on the site — which already includes sections such as Trending, Music, Gaming and Fashion — that will feature relevant, shoppable conten

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

The release allows brands to directly convert customer messages into transactions without leaving the app, positioning it to be a one-stop commerce destination.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

Photo courtesy of Alp & Isle for Saks. Luxury ecommerce platform Saks will introduce its first pop-up experience on Aspen, Colo.’s East Hyman Avenue from July 21 through July 29. Saks will celebrate the launch of the Saks Aspen Pop-Up with an immersive event-filled VIP weekend July 21-24. Visitors to the Saks Aspen Pop-Up will find luxury women’s, men’s and ready-to-wear fashion, swim, accessories and jewelry, with Saks stylists available to provide on-demand personal consultations.

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

David Savman joins as the owner of the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands tries to build a model closely tying inventory planning to demand.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 19, 2022

Pinterest ’s role in the world of social media is blurry — consumers use the platform very differently than they do Instagram or TikTok, for example. But following a series of major strategic moves, the role Pinterest hopes to play in the burgeoning realm of social commerce is crystal clear. In June, Pinterest acquired AI-powered shopping platform The YES , and later that month Founder Ben Silbermann announced he was stepping down as CEO and that Bill Ready , formerly President of Commerce at Go

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

While the home retailer experienced a boost during the early days of the pandemic, it’s facing falling sales and growing losses as demand wanes.

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365 Retail

JULY 19, 2022

Shopify and YouTube are today joining forces to give merchants and creators a powerful new way to connect to consumers, build their businesses, and share their stories. With the launch of YouTube Shopping on Shopify, merchants can easily integrate their online store with one of the world’s biggest entertainment platforms – reaching over 2 billion monthly logged-in users – to meet their consumers, and viewers, where they already are.

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

Even with recent setbacks, the company is focused on accelerating its path to profitability and plans to turn a profit in around two years.

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365 Retail

JULY 19, 2022

Not too long ago, during the depths of lockdown, the direct-to-consumer (DTC) model was hailed as the saviour of retail and the future of the industry. Crucially, it gives brands the opportunity to claim ownership of customer relationships, by way of the data that it generates. In practice, however, two opposing strategies have emerged. Some major brands are doubling down on their efforts to reach customers directly, strengthening buyer relationships and increasing retail margins.

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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

The DTC period underwear brand last year also launched a cheaper line that sells through Walmart and Target.

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Pivotree Blog

JULY 19, 2022

Delivering the Future of Warehouse Management Systems…Today Introducing Pivotree Warehouse Management System. Don’t compromise on agility, function, or innovation any longer! Both modern and legacy warehouse management systems (WMS) have been designed to support a fulfillment model where significant supply chain disruption is possible, but it’s isolated and the system has time to fully recover and keep operating in the […].

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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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RetailDive

JULY 19, 2022

Located on Melrose Avenue, the payment firm’s two-day shopping experience will showcase sustainable brands.

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RetailWire

JULY 19, 2022

Inspectors from the Occupational Safety and Health Administration entered Amazon.com warehouses in Chicago, New York and Orlando in response to referrals from the U.S. Attorney’s Office for the Southern District of New York. “The Civil Division of the SDNY is investigating potential worker safety hazards at Amazon warehouses across the country, as well as possible fraudulent conduct designed to hide injuries from OSHA and others,” said Nicholas Biase, a Department of Justice sp

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Digital Doughnut

JULY 19, 2022

Up to 10% of UK shoppers could abandon their Prime Day purchases in the face of choice overload this year, according to a new “Analysis Paralysis” study.

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RetailWire

JULY 19, 2022

Shopify and YouTube are teaming up to provide the online shopping platform’s merchants with a means to run livestream events. Kaz Nejatian, Shopify’s vice president of product, said, “So much of what happens on the internet is buying, not shopping. Shopping is a social experience.” The partnership with YouTube will enable Shopify merchants a means to make online shopping a social experience.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

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Pivotree Blog

JULY 19, 2022

The post Pivotree Announces the Launch of Pivotree™ WMS Improving Operational Efficiency by over 20% appeared first on Pivotree.

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Digital Doughnut

JULY 19, 2022

Latest buying trends and transformation in ecommerce platforms have changed the way we manage electronic catalogs.

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RetailWire

JULY 19, 2022

Hasbro’s adjusted net earnings rose 10 percent, beating analysts’ estimates by 94 cents a share. The toy maker benefited from tabletop game sales and its ability to pass higher costs along to customers.

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Forrester eCommerce

JULY 19, 2022

This year's agenda brings together forward-looking vision and actionable insights for B2B marketing and sales professionals.

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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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RetailWire

JULY 19, 2022

Russia’s invasion of Ukraine first caused the prices of wheat and corn to skyrocket. They have since fallen back to prewar levels with other nations seeking to make up any shortfalls coming out of the two warring nations. Agricultural officials continue to warn, however, that the ongoing war may lead to grain shortages. “Food access and food security is at significant risk,” said Patrick Lockwood-Taylor, president of Bayer AG’s U.S. business.

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Pivotree Blog

JULY 19, 2022

Introducing Pivotree Warehouse Management System. Don’t compromise on agility, function, or innovation any longer! Both modern and legacy warehouse management systems (WMS) have been designed to support a fulfillment model where significant supply chain disruption is possible, but it’s isolated and the system has time to fully recover and keep operating in the interim.

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RetailWire

JULY 19, 2022

Scientists are working on COVID-19 vaccines that can be administered via nasal sprays or tablets. “The hope is to shore up the defenses right there in the nose so that the virus can’t even replicate in the nose,” said Dr. Ellen Foxman, an immunobiologist at the Yale School of Medicine. “And then someone who has a really effective mucosal vaccination can’t even really support viral replication or make viruses that can infect other people.

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Pivotree Blog

JULY 19, 2022

Pivotree Warehouse Management System (WMS) reduces costs and improves order fulfillments through advanced inventory accuracy. TORONTO, July 19, 2022 – Pivotree Inc. (TSXV:PVT) (“Pivotree” or the “Company”), a leading provider of frictionless commerce solutions, announced the launch of its latest Pivotree™ Warehouse Management System (WMS).

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