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Use Forrester’s New Tech Tides To Evaluate Your Martech and Adtech Investment Strategy

Forrester eCommerce

Marketers today must understand and use myriad technologies to support omnichannel ad strategies and deliver moments-based marketing. But the landscape of 7,000+ options is overwhelming and rapidly evolving, especially as new privacy regulations and tech giants like Apple and Google limit access to consumer data. We just published some research to help marketers keep up. […].

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5 Mobile eCommerce Design Tips To Improve UX

Groove

According to BigCommerce, mobile sales are expected to account for 54% of total eCommerce sales by next year. That being said, websites designed for mobile devices are bound to engage more customers and drive more revenue than those designed only for desktop. Ensure your mobile eCommerce design evolves as consumers' shopping preferences change by staying up to date with the latest mobile eCommerce trends and strategies. 5 Mobile eCommerce Design Tips To Implement ASAP.

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The Future Of Banking: Invisible, Connected, Insights-Driven, And Purposeful

Forrester eCommerce

Leading banks are pivoting and rebooting their strategy — capitalizing on the pace of change and innovation and setting their course for the next decade. By 2030, banking will be invisible, connected, insights-driven, and purposeful. Banks will have to selectively leverage and extend the trust they already have and will carefully select their key battlegrounds. […].

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Back-To-School Spending Poised To Top $100 Billion Even Amid Disruption

Retail TouchPoints

The excitement that typically surrounds the back-to-school season is being replaced by stress and uncertainty. Lack of clarity surrounding school reopenings, combined with lack of confidence in remote learning procedures, are driving big spending shifts among parents and caregivers. First, the good news: back-to-school spending is poised to reach an all-time high among all parents, reaching a total of $101.6 billion , according to research from the National Retail Federation (NRF) and Prosper In

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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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Straight From The Source: Collecting Zero-Party Data From Customers

Forrester eCommerce

The data landscape for marketers is in disarray as browsers render third-party cookies obsolete and Apple gives users the ability to opt out of sharing IDFAs (IDs for advertising). For marketers, it may seem like precious sources of customer intel are disappearing left and right. But don’t overlook a viable option: Asking the customer directly […].

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CVS To Offer PayPal And Venmo Touch-Free Payments

Retail TouchPoints

Responding to an escalating demand for contactless payment options, CVS Pharmacy will offer PayPal and Venmo QR code technology, enabling customers to check out touch-free in all 8,200 stand-alone CVS Pharmacy locations in the U.S. The program is scheduled to roll out nationwide in Q4. “PayPal and Venmo QR codes offer our customers a secure and touch-free way to complete their purchase with a payment brand they know and trust,” said Jon Roberts, EVP and COO of CVS Health in a statement.

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Big Lots Plans Nationwide Same-Day Delivery From 1,100 Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Big Lots will enter the same-day delivery battlefront via a partnership with last-mile logistics provider PICKUP. The retailer plans to roll out delivery of items from 1,100 stores beginning in August. Like many retailers, Big Lots has experienced an e-Commerce surge this year, with a 70% increase in web site traffic and conversion rates up to 3X higher than last year, according to the company.

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315: What It Takes To Get Rich Quick With Steve Chou

My Wife Quit Her Job

One of the most asked questions I get is how quickly you can make money online. So in this episode, I break down what it takes to get rich “quick” and how to change your mindset about running a successful online business. In addition, I point out about some of the scammy get rich quick ecommerce schemes on the Internet. What You’ll Learn.

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4R Demand Planning Results Can Feed Merchandise And Supply Chain Systems

Retail TouchPoints

The 4R Systems Demand Planning solution helps retailers better understand true demand by revealing the optimal answers to inventory challenges. The flexible forecasting solution can be integrated into a number of other applications, including merchandise and supply chain systems. Additionally, Demand Planning can encompass all a retailer’s demand locations, including in-store and online.

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35 Points Ecommerce Checklist for Holiday Sales 2020: Get Ready For Post-Pandemic World 2020

MakeWebBetter

The first rule of the eCommerce business is to adapt to the current happenings of the industry. The world has already declared COVID as a global pandemic. Cities are under lockdown, social distancing is followed, many businesses are shut, outdoor gatherings are prohibited. And absolutely no industry has remained untouched from the economic shocks of […].

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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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Sendoso Helps Optimize Customers’ Gift Choices

Retail TouchPoints

Sendoso , a gift sending platform offering new ways to connect with customers and clients, has launched the Address Confirmation and Sendoso Choice features. Address Confirmation helps companies ensure their products find the correct recipients, while Sendoso Choice allows sales and marketing teams to personalize bundles of multiple e-gifts from various categories.

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B2B Best Practices: How to Choose an Ecommerce Platform | Salsify

Salsify

Choosing a business-to-business (B2B) ecommerce platform can be challenging — especially if you don't know where to start. While the process may seem daunting, there are several necessary steps that can help you get started. B2B ecommerce expert Justin King, general manager of B2B at Salsify and former president of B2X Partners, outlines the six actions you need to take to plan for your new project.

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Kestrel unveils new brand campaign

TalkingRetail

Iconic Scottish beer Kestrel has unveiled a new campaign featuring the transformation of a dilapidated 1930s classic British car into a UK land speed record-breaker. The Flying Kestrel is the culmination of months of restoration and engineering work since the abandoned Riley Kestrel 9, with its trademark fastback styling, was discovered rotting in a barn.

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J.C. Penney looks to sell itself in bankruptcy

RetailDive

Separate bidders are lining up for the department store, which hopes to sell itself quickly and exit Chapter 11 a slimmer, healthier business.

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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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MPs highlight vital role of local shops during pandemic

TalkingRetail

The Environment, Food and Rural Affairs Committee’s report on the impact of Covid-19 on food supply highlights the vital role that smaller retailers have played in providing food to people during the pandemic, particularly where they were unable to get to supermarkets. The report also recommends that in future the government must ensure that small.

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The top 3PL companies in Canada in 2020

TradeGecko

Third-party logistics (3PL) companies in Canada are increasingly recognizing the need to provide bespoke solutions for eCommerce as more retail and wholesale businesses alike start trading online.

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Whitley Neill launches fruity flavours for summer

TalkingRetail

Premium gin brand Whitley Neill has launched two limited-edition flavours – Brazilian Lime and Strawberry & Black Pepper. The new launches fuse the latest flavour trends within the flavoured gin category – citrus and strawberry – with creator Johnny Neill’s own experiences, to provide retailers with two fresh and fruity new flavours, perfect for the.

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5 Worst Ecommerce Marketing Mistakes: What Not to Do

ecomdash

What are the 5 most common ecommerce marketing mistakes? Here’s what to watch out for and learn how to avoid these usual first-time mistakes. The post 5 Worst Ecommerce Marketing Mistakes: What Not to Do appeared first on Ecomdash.

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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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Employee Spotlight: Hamilton Kiah, Digital Media Manager, and Expert Gardener

FastSpring

FastSpring’s Employee Spotlight is a Q&A series that features the hardworking, intelligent, and fun people that make FastSpring great. Get to know the fantastic team behind the ecommerce platform! In this post, we’re featuring our Digital Media Manager, Hamilton Kiah! Describe your current role at FastSpring. I would say my role is a culmination of all my past experiences because when I started at FastSpring, it was mainly to help out with our digital media.

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The Impact Of COVID-19 On The E-commerce Industry

Omniconvert

The global pandemic of COVID-19 has changed the world forever, leaving a lasting impact on billions of people and their. The post The Impact Of COVID-19 On The E-commerce Industry appeared first on ECOMMERCE GROWTH Blog.

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Major Retailers to Shut Doors for Thanksgiving Shopping Due to COVID-19

ROI Revolution

Published July 30, 2020. Major brick-and-mortar retailers including Walmart, Target, and Best Buy are shutting their doors for Thanksgiving shopping in light of the COVID-19 pandemic. The holiday closings come as retailers work to avoid overcrowding their stores and allow all of their employees to have a day off. Retailers have not yet announced their store opening plans for the other Cyber 5 days but we can expect more announcements in the future.

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Lincolnshire Costcutter expands to meet local consumer demand

TalkingRetail

Lincolnshire-based retailer Emily Rosa Ranjini has opened a new-look Costcutter store. Ranjini doubled the size of her existing Stamford store by purchasing the unit next door to create a 2,000sq ft store and invested more than £180,000 in the refit. The redevelopment included the installation of 11 ZEAS condensing refrigeration units, more than 68 metres.

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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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Amazon Prime Day 2020 Prep (Part 3): SEO + Retail Readiness

ROI Revolution

Published July 30, 2020. Before diving into Part 3, be sure to read Part 2 on inventory planning and merchandising ! Prime Day began in 2015 as a celebration of Amazon’s 20th birthday. It quickly grew from a $415M event that year to bringing in more than $7B in 2019. But what does that have to do with search engine optimization (SEO)? How are Amazon Prime Day and SEO related, and how can you use SEO to boost your Amazon Prime Day 2020 success ?

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Coca-Cola unveils first major campaign after pandemic

TalkingRetail

Coca-Cola Great Britain has launched a new campaign, Open Like Never Before, which aims to mark a time of social and cultural change following the coronavirus pandemic. The campaign launches following a seven-month pause on air, the longest ever for Coca-Cola, which saw the brand redirect resources to support relief efforts around the world. The.

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Walmart's marketplace doubles in a year: report

RetailDive

The retailer's recent partnership with Shopify has accelerated its growth, according to Marketplace Pulse.

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Co-op opens new London store

TalkingRetail

Co-op has opened its newest food store in Highgate, North London, following a £640,000 investment. The new convenience store – located in the Archway, Junction Road – opens between 7am-11pm daily and runs on 100% renewable electricity. The store includes an in-store bakery, Costa coffee and hot food, alongside everyday essentials. Dinesh Patel, Co-op store.

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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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Bezos faces US House Judiciary Committee over marketplace fairness, counterfeits

RetailDive

Amazon's CEO and founder defended its third-party sales and touted advantages for both consumers and sellers, but he didn't have all the answers.

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Filippo Berio invests in pesto

TalkingRetail

Filippo Berio is launching an integrated advertising, PR and social media campaign to increase pesto consumption. The far-reaching activity represents a significant investment in category growth and includes a new television creative featuring Filippo Berio’s iconic music. Print ads reaching more than 15 million adults will be published during July, August, and September in targeted.

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Overstock's sales get a 109% boost from pandemic shopping

RetailDive

The retailer, after struggling in recent years, was uniquely positioned as an e-commerce player to take advantage of consumers stuck at home.

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Clearspring adds to miso range

TalkingRetail

Clearspring has introduced two new organic Japanese misos which are made using traditional production methods. Clearspring Organic Japanese Unpasteurised Reduced Salt Miso contains 25% less salt than Clearspring’s flagship Organic Brown Rice Miso, while delivering an authentic Japanese umami punch. The salt content has been reduced by blending a selection of premium quality miso pastes.

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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.