Wed.Nov 27, 2024

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Going Global: Why a Localized Checkout Is Key to SaaS Success

FastSpring

In the SaaS industry, the checkout experience can make or break a sale. A seamless, localized checkout process is crucial for converting potential customers, especially in global markets. Focusing on these three key areas can help your SaaS business win more customers: Language. Payment methods. Currency display. FastSpring is a merchant of record that can help you easily grow your business internationally.

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How Network Detection and Response Can Protect Retailers from Cybercrime

Retail TouchPoints

The past year has been brutal for big retailers when it comes to cybercrime. Breaches have compromised customer records, disrupted online sales and caused network outages that impacted customer deliveries. It’s not as though these companies had no defenses. They did. The alarming reality is that hackers are adopting new methodologies to overcome traditional defensive technologies – and are succeeding.

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Balancing AI and Humanity: Insights from KM’s Biggest Events in 2024

Forrester eCommerce

Knowledge Management (KM) is experiencing an exciting transformation fueled by the merging of generative AI and human-centered practices.

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Click, Connect, Convert: How Live Events Integrate with Omnichannel Retail Strategies

Retail TouchPoints

With retail sales bouncing around as the UK economy chugs along, marketers in the sector are seeking the best way to keep their customers happy and prevent them from spending their money in another store. They have good reason to fear a fall in retention — savvy shoppers are scouting around for the best deals , so it’s no wonder building loyalty may seem harder than ever.

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Breaking The Commerce Bottleneck: Your SAP Exit Plan Starts Now

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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Fanatics Collectibles Opens First UK Pop-Up Store at Westfield White City

365 Retail

Fanatics Collectibles has launched its first UK retail pop-up store at Westfield White City , opening its doors to the public on 2 December. Just in time for the festive season, the experiential store provides sports fans and collectors with a unique shopping destination featuring ultra-rare trading cards, premium memorabilia, and a host of interactive activities.

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JD Sports Completes $548 Million Purchase of French Sneaker Retailer

Retail TouchPoints

UK-based JD Sports has acquired Groupe Courir , a 323 -store sneaker retailer with locations in France, Spain, Belgium, the Netherlands, Portugal and Luxembourg. The €520 million ( $548.1 million USD) purchase price will be paid through a combination of existing cash and a drawdown of JD Sports’ revolving credit facility. The deal, first announced in May 2023, will require Courir to sell 15 stores in France and all six stores in Portugal to Snipes.

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Macy’s Capitalizes on Parade Fervor with ‘Parade of Deals’ Shoppable Streaming Special

Retail TouchPoints

Participants and onlookers at the annual Macy’s Thanksgiving Day Parade look set to get wet tomorrow, but one person will be staying nice and dry — the Today Show ’s Jill Martin, who is hosting the streaming special Macy’s Parade of Deals with Jill Martin on NBCUniversal ’s Peacock platform. The 30 -minute special drops today and will be available to stream on Peacock through Saturday, Nov. 30, or viewers can tune in and watch it on E!

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Reiss Opens New Store at Metrocentre Amid Significant Tenant Investments

365 Retail

The Metrocentre Partnership has announced the opening of several new stores and upgrades within its Red and Platinum Malls, including a 3,933 sq ft store for premium fashion brand Reiss. The investment in retail space, encompassing over 55,000 sq ft of new openings, upsizes, and refurbishments, reflects the continued appeal of Metrocentre as a leading retail destination in the North East.

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How (and Why) Ikea Embraced Trauma-Informed Design in Crafting Housing for the Homeless

Retail TouchPoints

Hopefully, most of us won’t have to deal with being homeless during our lives — however, that shouldn’t keep us from feeling empathy for those who are in this situation. Ikea has turned its empathy into action by helping drive the construction of a Small Home in San Antonio’s Towne Twin Village that is grounded in trauma-informed design and now serves as the residence for a formerly homeless person.

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Kesslers London Directors Acquire Genesis Mannequins

365 Retail

The directors of Kesslers London , Daniel Astarita and Rachael Evans, have announced the acquisition of German brand Genesis Mannequins. This acquisition, following their 2020 purchase of Proportion London, marks a significant milestone in the company’s journey toward innovation and sustainability in retail solutions. Genesis, celebrated for its creativity and craftsmanship, brings a legacy of high-quality manufacturing to Kesslers London’s portfolio.

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

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Progressive Groups Plan Global BFCM Strikes Against Amazon

Retail TouchPoints

For the fifth year, UNI Global Union and Progressive International will spearhead strikes and protests during the Black Friday-Cyber Monday (BFCM) period under the banner of “ Make Amazon Pay.” The goal is to hold Amazon accountable for alleged labor abuses, environmental degradation and threats to democracy. Unions and allied groups are planning demonstrations in more than 20 countries, including major U.S. cities, Germany, the UK, Japan and Brazil.

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PAIGE Opens Second International Boutique at Bicester Village

365 Retail

PAIGE , the international apparel brand, has officially opened its second international boutique at Bicester Village , one of the UK’s most renowned luxury shopping destinations. The new store, located at 50 Pingle Drive, Unit 125, Bicester, marks a key milestone in PAIGE’s global expansion and coincides with the brand’s 20th anniversary. The 1,400 sq ft boutique offers a curated selection of men’s and women’s apparel, including denim, knits, outerwear, leather goods, and accessories from PAIGE’

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Will Kohl’s have to close stores?

RetailDive

Not long ago, in stark contrast to rival Macy’s, the department store was talking about expanding its fleet. That may be about to change, analysts say.

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Black Friday footfall expected to rise +2%, as discounts unlock pent-up spending from bargain-focused, post-payday shoppers – RetailNext

365 Retail

UK retailers are expected to see a boost in footfall on Black Friday (29 Nov 2024), with the lure of discounts unlocking pent-up post-payday spending, after many shoppers held back on purchasing in October in order to bag Black Friday deals, according to the latest data from RetailNext , the leading analytics solution for bricks-and-mortar retailers.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Scottish government urged to give retailers business rates help amid UK disparity

TalkingRetail

Scottish independent retailers are urging the Scottish government to provide crucial business rates relief in its upcoming budget, as the disparity in support between Scotland and the rest of the UK continues to grow.

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Walmart DEI gives up the ghost, giving way to ‘belonging’

RetailDive

A cultural moment all but forced employers to pivot to DEI in 2020. If the retailer's decision demonstrates anything, it is how far the pendulum has swung since then.

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Scotland shoplifting figures show urgent need for action in Budget, says SGF

TalkingRetail

The Scottish Grocers’ Federation has called for emergency resources for Police Scotland to combat retail crime, following figures published by the Scottish Government highlighting a staggering 25% increase in shoplifting crimes this year. Up 70% from September 2020.

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Nordstrom nervous about the holidays despite healthy Q3

RetailDive

A slowdown early in Q4 led to a very conservative upgrade in the retailer’s expectations. Meanwhile, there is still no update on the Nordstrom family’s take-private offer.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.

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BP renews UK partnership with Retail Insight to tackle food waste

TalkingRetail

BP, has renewed its partnership with Retail Insight, provider of in-store execution software, for an additional three years in the UK, as it aims to further reduce food waste across its store estate while enhancing operational efficiencies.

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Dunkin’s Partnership With Chef Nick DiGiovanni Breaks Guinness World Record

RetailWire

Chef Nick DiGiovanni has worked with Dunkin' before.

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£10m for enforcement not enough, warns vape retailer following Bill reading

TalkingRetail

While the vast majority of MPs backed the Tobacco and Vapes Bill at this stage, a vape retailer spokesperson warned that there are still some key issues that need to be addressed at the committee stage, including the proposed £10m funding for enforcement.

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TikTok Video Shows You Can Make a Dollar Tree Thanksgiving Dinner for Just $20

RetailWire

TikToker Rebecca Chobat has gone viral for her $20 Dollar Tree Thanksgiving dinner.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Glisse on Ice

Canadian Special Events

The right entertainment sets the tone when crafting extraordinary events. Glisse on Ice offers a unique blend of professional figure skating and synthetic ice, creating a stunning experience that leaves a lasting impression wherever your imagination takes you. For event planners looking to inspire awe, this is the perfect choice. Glisse on Ice’s state-of-the-art synthetic ice panels allow performances in virtually any venue, from grand ballrooms to outdoor terraces.

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Abercrombie & Fitch Co. taps new CFO as sales surge 14%

RetailDive

The Abercrombie and Hollister brands both saw strong double-digit growth in the third quarter, despite weather disruptions.

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Nordstrom Reports Significant Drop in Q3 2024 Net Earnings

RetailWire

Nordstrom reported mixed numbers for the third quarter and doesn't expect much change for 2024 overall.

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Omnichannel Retail Strategy: Trends, Benefits, and Customer-Centric Solutions

RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

As the retail industry evolves, the concept of omnichannel retailing has become a cornerstone for businesses aiming to stay competitive and meet the ever-changing needs of customers. This guide explores omnichannel retailing, its benefits, and how retailers can leverage trends and strategies to deliver seamless customer experiences. What is Omnichannel Retailing?

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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Subway CEO Exits as Fast-Food Industry Faces Continuing Challenges

RetailWire

Subway's CEO, John Chidsey, will be retiring from the company at the end of the year.

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Lincolnshire Co-op invests £200,000 in body cameras for staff

TalkingRetail

To help tackle increasing levels of threats, abuse and even violent incidents, all Lincolnshire Co-op’s food stores and pharmacies are being issued with body cameras as part of a £200,000 investment. The move comes after a trial earlier this year in four locations.

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True Religion Debuts Rewards Program for Holiday Season

RetailWire

Just in time for the holidays, True Religion has brought back its rewards program.

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MPs vote in support of historic Tobacco and Vapes Bill  

TalkingRetail

MPs from all parties have voted in favour of the historic Tobacco and Vapes Bill which has now been put through to committee stage.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!