Forrester eCommerce
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Today, we released the “The Forrester Wave™: Artificial Intelligence For IT Operations, Q4 2020.” We looked at the top 11 vendors in the market today and evaluated them across 33 criteria. Infrastructure & operations (I&O) pros looking for a new way to monitor and manage systems in the digital age can use artificial intelligence for […].
Retail TouchPoints
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Inspire Brands will purchase Dunkin’ Brands , parent company of Dunkin’ and Baskin-Robbins , in a transaction valued at approximately $11.3 billion. Dunkin’ will join a restaurant portfolio of more than 11,000 locations, across brands including Arby’s, Buffalo Wild Wings, SONIC Drive-In and Jimmy John’s. The deal will nearly triple Inspire’s footprint, with the addition of more than 12,500 Dunkin’ and almost 8,000.
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Forrester eCommerce
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Last week, AMD entered into agreement to acquire chip manufacturer Xilinx through a $35 billion all-stock transaction. This is the latest gargantuan M&A deal in the semiconductor market to focus on new opportunities in processing, after the NVIDIA-Arm announcement. The AMD-Xilinx partnership is meant to broaden AMD’s product portfolio which focuses on high-performance CPUs and […].
Retail TouchPoints
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Under Armour plans to overhaul its wholesale partnerships, exiting between 2,000 and 3,000 stores in North America, according to company executives on a recent earnings call. The brand expects to be in approximately 10,000 stores by the end of 2022 as it shifts its toward direct-to-consumer (DTC) channels. “I just want to make it very clear, we’re going to grow in North America,” Under Armour President and CEO Patrik Frisk said on the call.
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.
Omnisend
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Reading Time: 7 minutes. Online retailers are always looking for new ways to build trust and connect with their customers. While email does a great job of providing the intimacy retailers want, crowded inboxes can sometimes make the most genuine of emails seem commonplace. This is where social media comes in. Where email has more of a one-on-one feel, social media is a very public space.
Retail TouchPoints
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Don’t be surprised if Black Friday looks different this year. At the same time, it is the holiday season and people around the world, after mainly staying at home for months on end, are eager for a reason to get out and experience something new, something that feels normal again. And luckily, there are many opportunities for retailers, particularly independent retailers, to create a safe, positive holiday shopping experience during the pandemic.
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Retail TouchPoints
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
During the hustle of the 2020 Retail Innovation Conference (#RIC20) , there may have been more sessions than you could take part in. As moderators of the live roundtable titled Designing Stores That Delight Shoppers With Technology , Joé Lloyd of AVIXA and Beth Warren of CRI had the chance to dive in with an engaged group of retail executives from across the globe, to discuss some of the innovative technologies and strategies that are keeping customers coming inside.
ecomdash
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
We predict the 7 best ecommerce trends of 2021, from dynamic pricing to the hot new payment options. Take a look to get a head-start over your competitors. The post 2021 Ecommerce Trends: 7 Tips for a Head-Start appeared first on Ecomdash.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Nisa has launched its latest Big Deal, which coincides with the second national lockdown in England. The promotion includes dinner for two consisting of two Co-op British Ranch Steaks and Co-op Fries for £4. Chris Walker, marketing operations manager at Nisa, said: “We know that shoppers visit their convenience stores regularly for the meal for.
Salsify
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Purchases are rarely made without first being influenced by something we saw online. Whether our preferred shopping method is at the local town store or Amazon, we conduct product research, look up reviews from other customers, and learn more about brands online. Particularly since the outbreak of the COVID-19 pandemic , the digital shelf has become the primary shelf.
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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.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Spar UK has enjoyed a successful year, with sales out from its wholesalers up 3.39% during the 2019 to 2020 financial period, managing director Louise Hoste told today’s SRS 20 virtual trade show run by distributor AF Blakemore. Nielsen Scantrack data as of 5 September shows Spar with a 1.5% share of the total UK.
RetailDive
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
In July, the retailer said it would lay off "at least" 500 employees. That number has now grown as the company pursues the next phase of its strategy.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Spar has been awarded Silver and Bronze medals for its own label spirits at this year’s 25th International Spirits Challenge (ISC). Spar Premium London Dry Gin 70cl, Spar Premium French Grain Vodka, and Spar Imperial Vodka each received Silver medals and Spar Premium Rhubarb and Ginger Gin and Spar Original London Dry Gin took Bronze.
RetailDive
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Looking to buy the retailer's brand is a firm tied to Retail Ecommerce Ventures, which this year also bought the Pier 1 and Modell's intellectual property.
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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.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
JW Filshill has formed a new partnership with online shopping platform Appy Shop to enable KeyStore retailers to provide home delivery and click-and-collect services. Appy Shop links directly into a store’s EPoS so retailers are not required to spend time maintaining a separate product file and pricing structure. The platform also automatically adds detailed product.
RetailDive
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Direct to consumer might be the buzziest trend in retail over the past 10 years, but it's not where all the money's going.
ROI Revolution
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Published November 3, 2020. Live With Google: Cyber-Centric Holiday Success. Online holiday sales are expected to reach as high as $196 billion between November, December, & January. Join ROI and our expert partners from Google for a presentation and live Q&A on November 10th at 11 am ET to unearth strategies for Q4 and post-holiday success.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The NFRN is reminding its members that financial support is still available through its Covid-19 Hardship Fund as England prepares to go into a second national lockdown from Thursday (5 November). The Covid-19 Hardship Fund was created to alleviate some of the financial pressures that independent retailers may be facing due to the coronavirus pandemic.
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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.
RetailDive
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The retailer has capitalized on pandemic-driven trends and notched two consecutive quarters of profitability as a result. But analysts question how long it will last.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Independent stores need to think seriously about setting up home delivery services if they have not done so already, says a leading Spar retailer. Giles Morrell, owner of the shop in Stourport-on-Severn, Worcestershire, told the online SRS20 trade show and conference run by wholesaler AF Blakemore that his sales had risen by a minimum of.
Ecommerce Guru
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Many e-commerce stores struggle because they are unable to identify trending items for online sales. Finding one that sells the best has become an arduous task with so many products already available on the market, especially when there is endless competition, and every second e-commerce store attempts to pursue the same strategy. Here is the list of top e-commerce products to sell online to make money.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Food-to-go remains a vitally important component of convenience retail despite the impact of the coronavirus pandemic, says Spar wholesaler AF Blakemore, which is ramping up its Daily Deli offer in a bid to keep shoppers interested throughout the day. Nikki Rogers, foodservice and propositions director at AF Blakemore, told today’s SRS 20 trade show and.
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali
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RetailDive
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The retailer is no longer working with Bossa Nova Robotics, reversing course on plans to roll out the company's shelf-scanning machines to 1,000 stores.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Consumers are going to demand more from convenience stores in 2021, the virtual Spar Retail Show heard today (3 November). AF Blakemore Group commercial director, Jerry Marwood, told said: “Customers will want better quality, delivered in a way corporate businesses can’t replicate, and that is our opportunity.” Blakemore’s new distribution centre is due to open.
iVend
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Web Review Choosing the Right mPOS System for Your Business. Learn the secrets of finding a reliable Mobile POS system in our Mobile POS Buyer’s Guide. Learn More We strive to bring the latest technology – whether it be hardware or software to our clients – and we are therefore pleased to announce that iVend Mobile POS Version 5.3 is now compatible with iOS 14.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Food-to-go brand Urban Eat is bringing back three limited edition sandwiches for Christmas. The range includes a Turkey, Bacon & Cranberry sandwich, a Vegan Feast sandwich, and a Pigs Under Blankets panini, available from tomorrow until 23 December Urban Eat said the Vegan Feast sandwich will help food-to-go outlets tap into the plant-based market, as.
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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.
RetailWire
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Restaurants are a key element of the social and commercial life of city neighborhoods and shopping areas, particularly among younger consumers. With many eateries going out of business due to the effects of the novel coronavirus pandemic, some are beginning to wonder what will attract younger people to urban areas. By the end of August, over 32,000 restaurants and 6,400 bars and nightclubs that had been opened on March 1 had closed, according to Yelp.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The Association of Convenience Stores is reminding retailers about the importance of Purple Tuesday. The event, which is taking place today (3 November), aims to increase awareness of the value and the needs of disabled customers. The programme is free for organisations to take part in and involves making at least one new commitment to.
RetailWire
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
Retailers are turning to machine learning and artificial intelligence technology to help improve product recommendations made to shoppers as they consider making purchases online. Gartner predicts that the 10 largest retailers on the planet will all be using AI within the next five years to offer recommendations that lead to increased sales.
TalkingRetail
NOVEMBER 3, 2020
The government has extended its coronavirus business support loan schemes ahead of England entering a second lockdown on Thursday (5 November). Applications for the Bounce Back Loan Scheme, Coronavirus Business Interruption Loan Scheme, and Coronavirus Large Business Interruption Loan Scheme will now be open until 31 January. In addition, small businesses that have borrowed less.
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