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In Third Physical-Digital Split This Year, HBC Divides Hudson’s Bay Into Online and In-Store Businesses

Retail TouchPoints

HBC will separate Hudson’s Bay into distinct brick-and-mortar and ecommerce businesses in an effort to accelerate the brand’s digital-first transformation. The new operating model will help each organization focus on their biggest growth opportunities while still working together to provide a seamless customer experience across both channels. Going forward, the ecommerce business will become “The Bay,” while the banner’s 86 stores will continue operating as Hudson’s Bay.

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6 Tips to Prepare Your Dropshipping Business for the Holiday Season Surge

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The holiday season is right around the corner, and apart from candied days, happy moments, lots of festive food, and there’s a high demand for gifts. This means a huge opportunity for your dropshipping store to cross your sales target and break your revenue records. In 2020, the holiday season eCommerce sales in the US are projected to be $135 billion.

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How Elastic Path Celebrated International Self-Care Day

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Did you know that July 24th is International Self-Care Day? This is a day dedicated to focus on the importance of wellness and self-care. The world health organization, defines self-care as “the ability of individuals, families and communities to promote health, prevent disease, maintain health, and cope with illness and disability with or without the support of a health worker.

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The Complete QuickBooks POS Review 2021

Ecommerce Platforms

In this article, we will determine if the QuickBooks Point of Sale system is the best choice for your business. QuickBooks POS is a feature-packed Point of Sale system created by Intuit. The brand has emerged as a leading player in the accounting application market with its flagship products Turbo Tax and QuickBooks. It was established in 1983 and is currently regarded as one of the most successful tech organizations globally.

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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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Instagram tests ads in Shop tab, further building out e-commerce potential

RetailDive

A select number of U.S. brands — including Away, Boo Oh and Clare Paint — will be able to test ads that appear as tiles in the app's shopping hub.

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Back-to-School Promotions: Find the Right Audience and Sell More in 2021

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It’s that time of year again! Well, almost. In most parts of the country, kids are returning to school in person (cue the huge sigh of relief). . This means that retailers need to be prepared so that they can maximize their sales from back-to-school shoppers. Plus, most consumers took last fall off from back-to-school shopping, which means that they’ll be ready to stock up and spend this year.

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Shoppers push back purchases as kids return to college

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Most students are expected to return to their college campuses this fall but some are holding off on purchases for their dorm rooms as they await to learn if recent Delta variant outbreaks and public health guidance will result in them in having to alter their plans. College students are expected to increase spending by 13 percent this year, according to the National Retail Federation.

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Abercrombie & Fitch to bring apparel to Zappos

RetailDive

As part of the collaboration, the two retailers will release an exclusive footwear capsule which will be available on their respective websites.

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Giant Eagle is first grocery and c-store retailer to accept PayPal and Venmo

RetailWire

Giant Eagle announced yesterday that it will become the first grocery and convenience store retailer to accept PayPal and Venmo payments. The retailer will accept the payments at its 474 supermarkets and GetGo stores.

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New Balance sues Michael Kors over 'N' mark shoes

RetailDive

The luxury brand's namesake is a known fan of the shoemaker, which is targeting a design on two shoe lines it says infringed on trademarks.

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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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More help wanted ads require new hires to be vaccinated

RetailWire

The share of job listings that require new hires to be vaccinated against COVID-19 doubled in the first week of August to around 1,200, according to Indeed economist AnnElizabeth Konkel. “While the number of postings requiring a vaccine is still low, it’s a trend that’s really taking off,” Ms. Konkel said. “I think a growing number of employers are trying to keep workers safe and do not want to shut down again this winter. … They see vaccines as the way out of this pandemic.”.

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ThirdLove emphasizes sexiness, comfort and fit in brand revamp

RetailDive

The company made a name for itself by bashing Victoria's Secret, but with the market leader on the rise again, that may no longer be enough.

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Recall of chicken products after possible salmonella cases

RetailWire

Serenade Foods is recalling nearly 60,000 pounds of frozen and raw chicken products after some of the company’s products sold under the Dutch Farms Chicken, Milford Valley Chicken and Aldi Kirkwood brands were connected to 28 recent cases and 11 hospitalizations tied to salmonella contamination. Cases have been reported in Arizona, Connecticut, illinois, Indiana, Michigan, Minnesota, New York and Nevada.

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A timeline of Reebok's journey to No. 1, and back down

RetailDive

As Adidas officially sells off Reebok, we take a look back at the brand's journey from its founding in 1958 to now.

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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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Grocery prices keep going up, up, up

RetailWire

There is no end in sight for rising grocery prices, which have spiked 2.6 percent in the past year, as rising consumer demand, crop-adverse weather and COVID-19-related supply chain issues have come together to create inflationary conditions. Packaging prices have also increased, with commodities such as aluminum also moving upward.

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The Weekly Closeout: Sephora, Kohl's aim for 200 stores by October while Party City plans 100 for Halloween

RetailDive

The initial locations in the Sephora at Kohl's partnership are opening in August, and the party specialist is hoping for a better fall this year than last.

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Public health experts think the CDC should tell everyone to wear masks

RetailWire

Americans, many of whom are too busy with their daily lives to read through updated guidance from the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention, are frequently left confused about mask wearing and other aspects of staying safe during the pandemic. Some experts think the CDC would be wise to keep things simple and just advise everyone to wear masks in public indoor spaces until vaccination rates are high enough to stop the spread of COVID-19.

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Meet Experience Email by Dynamic Yield

Dynamic Yield

Transform static emails into fully personalized, adaptive email experiences to drive higher sales, loyalty, and engagement with Experience Email. The post Meet Experience Email by Dynamic Yield appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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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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Adidas sells Reebok to Authentic Brands

RetailWire

Adidas has reached a $2.5 billion deal to sell Reebok to Authentic Brands Group (ABG). The Reebok brand has struggled since being acquired by Adidas in 2006 as a counter to Nike. ABG has said it will not look to compete head-on with Nike, but will use Reebok to differentiate its offering with consumers through its own-stores and partnerships with wholesale partners.

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Are You Ready for the Next Mobile Revolution?

Retail TouchPoints

The emergence of smartphones completely changed the world of ecommerce. Suddenly people had the power of the internet at their fingertips; they could shop from anywhere, faster than ever before. Ecommerce had to reinvent itself, and mobile commerce is growing. So too is the technology driving that growth. Apps are more advanced than ever, and machine learning is delivering personalized shopping experiences that would have been impossible a decade ago.

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Abercrombie & Fitch and Zappos become e-comm partners

RetailWire

Zappos has become Abercrombie & Fitch’s exclusive e-commerce partner. Customers are now able to buy A&F’s denim and other clothing on Zappos.com. A&F is also rolling out its first footwear collection on Zappos as part of the deal.

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What Does ‘Omnichannel’ Mean in 2021? How Marketplaces are Reshaping the Digital Landscape

Retail TouchPoints

In the World of ‘Attention Commerce,’ a Multi-Channel Presence is Key. It’s been a big month for BigCommerce : in the last four weeks, the SaaS ecommerce platform has partnered with Latin American marketplace Mercado Libre to facilitate cross-border sales ; teamed up with Amazon to give its merchants access to Amazon’s order fulfillment services , whether they sell on that marketplace or not; expanded its European presence beyond the UK to the Netherlands, Italy and France; partnered with BNPL p

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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.