Kissmetrics
MARCH 12, 2021
Considering building an app? You’re in good company. The mobile app industry is expected to be worth more than $407 billion (yes, with a B) by 2026. Meanwhile, the average person has more than 80 apps on their phone. That represents a ton of opportunities for app builders. However, if you think creating an app is an easy way to get rich, you are setting yourself up for failure.
Forrester eCommerce
MARCH 12, 2021
In my earlier posts about CX prioritization, focusing on Forrester’s beginner-level and intermediate-level models, I covered the use of criteria around customer impact, business impact, and (when you get to intermediate) feasibility as a means of determining which CX-related projects you should pursue or put to the side. Moving up to advanced mode requires taking […].
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Kissmetrics
MARCH 12, 2021
Running a blog is a lot of work. You have to continually feed it new content, keep up with WordPress updates , maintain your hosting account, moderate comments, respond to readers…dozens, maybe even hundreds, of little tasks. On top of all that, there’s promoting and monetizing your blog, which is even more work. It’s hard for anyone to manage, and the larger your blog grows, the worse the situation becomes.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Lightspeed POS , a provider of cloud-based, omnichannel commerce platforms, will acquire cloud-based retail management software company Vend for approximately $350 million. Lightspeed will leverage Vend’s complementary technology stack and user experience capabilities to deliver advanced commerce capabilities to its growing roster of global clients.
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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.
Kissmetrics
MARCH 12, 2021
How can you take your influencer campaign to the next level? You may want to include another angle, such as paid ads. Some of the best marketing campaigns integrate several elements, so potential customers start to see your brand in different places and from different angles. There are many ways to layer marketing campaigns. Today, we’ll talk about one of those combinations: paid ads with influencer campaigns.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Klarna has acquired Toplooks and integrated the solution provider’s AI-powered shoppable content engine into its platform. The acquisition was made to enable a wide variety of shoppable content in native formats on retailers’ own digital properties, through the Klarna ecosystem and across social channels. These capabilities will complement Klarna’s comparison shopping services (CSS), available through Semtail/Shoptail, another recent Klarna acquisition.
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Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Alexandra Wilkis Wilson, Co-Founder of Gilt Groupe and Glamsquad , has launched Clerisy , a growth equity fund, with former L Catterton Partner Lisa Myers. With a focus on serving consumer and tech companies, Clerisy has made its first investment in Dormify , the dorm room and home décor ecommerce brand. Terms of the deal were not disclosed. “We’re thrilled to have Clerisy’s support to accelerate our business at a time when Gen Z is increasingly focused on creating individualized and functional
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
Bengeo’s Co-op food store and post office, in Hertford, has re-opened after a £650,000 makeover. The 2,200sq ft convenience store, which features a free ATM and bakery, now has new self-service tills and offers John Lewis parcel collection. Groceries from the store are also available through the Deliveroo app. In addition, the works re-discovered a.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Ulta Beauty is making leadership changes, with plans for its President Dave Kimbell to succeed Mary Dillon as CEO, effective in June. Kimbell also will be nominated to stand for election to the company’s board of directors at the 2021 annual stockholders meeting. Dillon will transition to the role of Executive Chair of the board of directors, where she intends to serve for a one-year term and, along with the board, will continue to help guide strategy while supporting Kimbell in his transition.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
The collection, which includes pumps as well as platform sneakers, is the latest offering from the retailer as it grows its products and tech experiences.
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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.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Nike has created a diversity roadmap that aims to reach 49.5% female employees across the enterprise, and to make the U.S. VP leadership consist of at least 29% racial and ethnic minorities, by 2025. The retailer will enforce the Purpose 2025 Targets program by tying diversity, as well as environmental and ethical goals, to executive compensation for the first time.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
The Saadia Group bought the 200-year-old department store and its owner, rental site Le Tote, for $12 million at an October bankruptcy auction.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Brands know that user-generated content (UGC) — ratings, reviews, and consumers submitting video, imagery and Q&A content — are effective tools for maximizing conversions and sales — but how do you motivate and cultivate these kinds of consumer advocacy? PowerReviews surveyed more than 10,000 consumers to uncover the psychology and motivations behind product reviewers across four generations: Boomers, Gen X, millennials and Gen Z.
ChannelAdvisor
MARCH 12, 2021
Imagine for a moment that your company is in the midst of some major changes. As a brand, you’re diversifying your product range, expanding to new online channels and taking steps to solidify your global presence. It could be a recipe for overwhelm. After all, there would be a lot to monitor. And the sheer volume of data could make it easy to miss issues and overlook errors.
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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.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 12, 2021
Wayfair has announced that Chief Product and Marketing Officer Ed Macri will retire from the company this year. Bob Sherwin, who has worked alongside Macri for the last eight years and currently serves as VP of Marketing, will assume the role of Chief Marketing Officer. Wayfair is the parent company of a collection of online home goods retailers that include its namesake website as well as Joss & Main , AllModern , Birch Lane and Perigold.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
Keri Jones resigned as the apparel seller gets a second life as a digital and television brand through a partnership with iMedia Brands.
Omniconvert
MARCH 12, 2021
Thomas Hal Robson-Kanu is telling his story about The Turmeric Co., now one of the U.K.'s fastest-growing health brands. The post From Premier League to premium health. The Hal Robson-Kanu story appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
The two brands joined forces to launch a makeup collection guaranteed to get you in a springtime vibe.
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.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
Nisa partners are launching a range of deals on alcoholic drinks ahead of St Patrick’s Day (17 March). A selection of lagers, ciders and stouts is now available in participating stores and includes Guinness 10x440ml and San Miguel 12x330ml at £11 each, alongside Budweiser 12x300ml and Strongbow Cloudy Apple 10x440ml at just £9 each. Also. This story continues at Nisa partners introduce St Patrick’s Day offers.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
Western countries are behind in adopting the technology, but the pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of payments.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
The volume of soft drinks purchased by Brits did not change in the year following the introduction of the UK Soft Drinks Industry Levy, new research suggests. However, researchers at the University of Cambridge found that the amount of sugar purchased by households through soft drinks fell by 10% in the year following the introduction. This story continues at Soft drinks sales unchanged by sugar tax, research reveals.
RetailDive
MARCH 12, 2021
Dillon has overseen impressive growth at the beauty specialist over the years and will pass the role to President Dave Kimbell in June.
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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.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
Almost 40% of Brits say they prefer less tech-heavy retail stores or online shopping over Amazon Fresh-like stores, new research reveals. The poll by consumer research firm Piplsay found just 43% of Brits would be excited to see an Amazon Fresh store in their community, with 23% of people saying they prefer regular stores. In. This story continues at Brits unsure about Amazon Fresh, poll shows.
ChannelAdvisor
MARCH 12, 2021
Imagine for a moment that your company is in the midst of some major changes. As a brand, you’re diversifying your product range, expanding to new online channels and taking steps to solidify your global presence. It could be a recipe for overwhelm. After all, there would be a lot to monitor. And the sheer volume of data could make it easy to miss issues and overlook errors.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
West Mercia Police officers seized a “significant amount” of counterfeit tobacco from three supermarkets and stores in Kidderminster, Worcestershire, this week. Police officers from the Safer Neighbourhood Teams conducted unannounced visits with trading standards, immigration, and Hereford & Worcester Fire Services following reports of counterfeit and illicit tobacco being sold.
Fabric Blog
MARCH 12, 2021
Product information management (PIM) and product lifecycle management (PLM) are often misunderstood. While they both play a role in successfully creating, marketing, and selling your products, there are some fundamental differences between the two.
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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.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
The Welsh government has set out its first steps out of lockdown, with “stay local” guidance replacing “stay home” From 22 March there will be a gradual easing of non-essential shopping and non-essential aisles in supermarkets, which will be followed by the reopening of non-essential retail on 12 April. The Welsh government confirmed that it.
RetailWire
MARCH 12, 2021
Target has reduced the amount of permanent office space it uses in downtown Minneapolis. The retailer has chosen to go to a more flexible arrangement for work space as it allows employees to do their jobs, at least part of the time, from home. “This change is driven by Target’s longer-term headquarters environment that will include a hybrid model of remote and on-site work, allowing for flexibility and collaboration and ultimately, requiring less space,” the company said yesterday.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 12, 2021
For years, plastic packaging has been the number one enemy in the struggle to create a more sustainable retail market. However, since Covid-19, the material has had a bit of a rebrand. With many shoppers suspicious of unwrapped fresh produce, bakery items and other goods, plastic is today seen as less of an environmental evil. This story continues at Big story: Time to go green again?
eCommerceFuel
MARCH 12, 2021
Today we are joined by Sujay Kapadia, Founder of Hospitology.com. Sujay left his job as a doctor to pursue a career in the eCommerce world, and he has been selling on Amazon since 2012. In this episode, we discuss his time on Amazon and how he has seen the online marketplace change over the years. Listen in as Sujay shares his experience with several agencies he’s used that have been very helpful, as well as how he has been able to scale his professional product images.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney
Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib
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