Tue.Apr 09, 2024

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Best Buy Adds Generative AI to its Customer Service Toolkit

Retail TouchPoints

Best Buy is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to leverage generative AI technology for new customer service tools. The retailer also is working with Google Cloud and Accenture to develop new AI-powered tools for its frontline associates. As early as late summer, Best Buy customers in the U.S. will be able to connect with a gen AI-powered virtual assistant for help with tasks like troubleshooting product issues , rescheduling or combining order deliveries , managing software , Geek Squa

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530: The Must Have Pet Products To Sell Online | A Recap Of The Pet Summit

My Wife Quit Her Job

This past week, Toni gave 4 talks at the annual Pet Summit in Orlando, Florida which is a conference that covers all things related to pet products sold online. In this episode, she gives a recap of the Summit along with the hot products to sell in the pet industry. What You’ll Learn The details of the Pet Summit and who should attend How to make a profit selling Pet products Which pet products are hot Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I

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Shopify Helps Hawaiian Brands Say ‘Aloha’ to NYC

Retail TouchPoints

Shopify is partnering with Mana Up , an accelerator and venture fund for Hawaii-based products, on an immersive market concept designed to spotlight emerging brands from “the Aloha state.” Aloha Market will run April 26 to 28, 2024, at Shopify’s NYC activation space in SoHo, and will feature unique products from more than 40 Hawaii creators and entrepreneurs.

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Reflections On The Major Themes From Mobile World Congress 2024

Forrester eCommerce

In 2024, MWC was about all tech topics, particularly the big themes of AI and APIs, going beyond just telco themes.

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Shein Continues Canadian Charm Offensive with ‘Moving Billboard’ Campaign in Toronto

Retail TouchPoints

A new floral-themed streetcar has hit the streets of Toronto touting the offerings of online fashion retailer Shein as it travels around the city. The streetcar, which is embellished with cherry blossoms and Shein branding, will be in operation until May 10, 2024, serving as what the company described as “a moving billboard” designed to “capture the city’s attention.

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Daniel Kahneman Changed How We Think About Consumer Choice And Brand Strategy

Forrester eCommerce

Daniel Kahneman was an unlikely economist. He was trained as a psychologist and spent much of his career at Princeton as a psychology and public affairs professor. Yet, his contribution to modern economics, for which he received the Nobel Prize in 2002, remains unparalleled.

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Where High-Performance IT Meets Digital Sovereignty: Security, Privacy, And Resilience

Forrester eCommerce

High-performance IT is the pursuit of continuously improving business results through technology. But the concept of high-performance IT rests on a foundation of security, privacy, and resilience that is necessary to build trust. And this is where digital sovereignty comes into play.

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L.O.L. Surprise! Parent Company Goes DTC, Debuts Loyalty Program

Retail TouchPoints

MGA Entertainment , the company behind L.O.L. Surprise!, Little Tikes, MGA’s Miniverse and other beloved toy brands, has launched its own direct-to-consumer ( DTC ) site and rewards program to get closer to its customers. Although MGA products will still be available through major retailers, the new shopping destination, aptly named The MGA Shop , is designed to provide toy lovers with convenient features and benefits that wholesale partners can’t offer such as online-only exclusives and limited

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Lessons Learned From a Career of Replatforming

Fabric

Well, here we go! This is the first in a series of posts on “ Replatforming.” I’ve never written a blog series before. I think I’ve written three blog posts in total! My first was about 8 years ago when I worked for Vitacost/Kroger. That’s it because I’ve spent fifteen-plus years helping retailers with replatforming efforts. Replatforming brings up all kinds of connotations.

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6 Post-Purchase Pain Points & Solutions for E-commerce Customers

lateshipment

If you’re an e-commerce merchant who wants their business to become successful, you need to become the customers’ favorite (offer them a great experience, stay ahead of the competition, improve profit margins, and whatnot). However, a customer’s journey with your e-commerce business is filled with multiple issues regarding the website, payment, checkout, and much more… But our focus is not on these issues.

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How Harry Rosen Turns Targeted Personalization Data into Retail Loyalty

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton and Kailey Holmes

Unlock the potential of customer data to create personalized retail experiences that resonate with your audience. This webinar will explore the critical role of customer data in modern retail, providing you with strategies to collect, analyze, and apply data to enhance personalization. Learn from leading retailers, like Harry Rosen, and experts on how to turn data into actionable insights that drive customer satisfaction and loyalty.

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Lessons Learned From a Career of Re-Platforming

Fabric

Well, here we go! This is the first in a series of posts on “ Re-platforming.” I’ve never written a blog series before. I think I’ve written three blog posts in total! My first was about 8 years ago when I worked for Vitacost/Kroger. That’s it because I’ve spent fifteen-plus years helping retailers with re-platforming efforts. Re-platforming brings up all kinds of connotations.

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Coach files trademark and unfair competition complaint against Gap

RetailDive

The complaint takes issue with some Old Navy-branded T-shirts, which attorneys for the Tapestry-owned brand say are meant to make consumers think “there is a connection or association between” the brands.

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California McDonald’s Franchisee Strategizes Cost Reductions After Minimum Wage Hike

RetailWire

Following the recent increase in the minimum wage for fast-food restaurants in California, a McDonald's franchisee in the state is raising prices, thinking about postponing dining room renovations, and evaluating potential changes to opening hours to save money.

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Google Ad Updates Reflect New SERPs

Practical eCommerce

An ad's postion on the search results page is less important than its prominence, per Google. The post Google Ad Updates Reflect New SERPs appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision

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Allbirds receives delisting warning from Nasdaq

RetailDive

The footwear brand’s stock traded at less than $1 for 30 consecutive days and the company has until Sept. 30 to regain compliance.

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Ecommerce Marketing Trends: Lessons from 'Stanley Cup' Success"

Salsify

The Stanley Quencher H20 Flowstate Tumbler , otherwise known as the “Stanley cup” (not to be confused with the hockey trophy) has become a status symbol.

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Best Buy to use generative AI for virtual assistant, customer support experiences

RetailDive

The tech will help with customer service, including troubleshooting product issues, managing software and rescheduling or combining order deliveries.

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Crime impact findings underline need for greater protection for retailers and staff

TalkingRetail

The devastating impact of retail crime on the mental health of shopkeepers and their staff, revealed last week in an exclusive survey by Independent Retail News, underlines the need for more police resources and greater legal protection for shopworkers, say trade bodies and unions.

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Innovation Fest: Summer of AI

Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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Maximizing Retail Execution: A Strategic Guide to Overcoming Out-of-Stock Challenges with Wiser Solutions

Wiser

We’re often asked to describe, step by step, how CPG customers utilize Wiser’s platform to overcome sales challenges both at the corporate level and within the store environment. This quick exploration will break down the process from identifying product availability issues to implementing solutions in stores by leveraging a workflow that combines field and crowd data capture, closed-loop feedback to identify patterns, and targeted troubleshooting initiatives to address the highest value opportu

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Nordstrom taps company veteran to lead Rack merchandising

RetailDive

Lori Marten has held various merchandising roles at the department store for nearly 30 years, and will join the off-price unit later this month.

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Planters Is Looking To Hire Drivers for the NUTmobile

RetailWire

Planters is on the lookout for drivers willing to embark on a unique adventure aboard its NUTmobile.

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J.C. Penney shutters 50-year-old anchor, moves across the street

RetailDive

The new location is at the Willowbrook Mall in New Jersey, which is owned by the department store’s co-owner, Brookfield Properties.

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Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition

Achieve more with your commerce with the help of Orium’s Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition. Presented in partnership with commercetools, Contentstack, and Google Cloud, this edition is packed with new insights and practical examples to help you navigate changes in digital commerce and construct an adaptable tech stack optimized for efficiency and scalability.

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Alan bates accuses Post Office of trying to ‘silence and discredit’ him

TalkingRetail

Alan Bates, the titular Mr Bates portrayed in the TV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, has accused the Post Office of spending 23 years trying to block his campaigning for victims of the scandal in various ways.

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Sèchey expands curated nonalocholic beverage range at Target

RetailDive

Brands now part of the big-box retailer’s range of alcohol alternatives include Kin Euphorics, Ghia, De Soi, Mingle, Free AF and Edna’s.

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Spar launches third £100k Community Cashback scheme

TalkingRetail

Following last year’s success, Spar is launching its third £100,000 Community Cashback scheme, giving away various grants to local voluntary or community organisations and charities.

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Home Depot confirms breach of employee data

RetailDive

The retailer said a vendor error led to the exposure of identifiable information of some employees.

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Bill Gates-Backed Alternative Fuel Startup Powers Energy for Amazon, American Airlines

RetailWire

Infinium, an alternative fuel startup backed by Bill Gates and based in Sacramento, California, has set out to create low-carbon alternatives to aviation fuel, diesel, and Naptha.

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Rubicon launches £4m summer campaign

TalkingRetail

Rubicon has announced a major new campaign with the aim of reinforcing its position as ‘the brand of summer’ and designed to drive shoppers to soft drinks’ chillers and fixtures.

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Target Circle Week Promises Two Times the Savings to Shoppers, and Kristen Wiig Too

RetailWire

Target Circle week promises to deliver two times the savings to shoppers.

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Early Easter boosts store sales

TalkingRetail

UK total retail sales increased by 3.5% year on year in March, according to the BRC-KPMG Retail Sales Monitor. Food sales increased 6.8% year-on-year over the three months to March, against a growth of 8.5% in March 2023 Non-food sales decreased 1.

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The Pragmatic Guide to Composability

Be empowered to master the digital landscape and implement modular and adaptable composable technologies. Authored by Orium, The Pragmatic Guide to Composability takes readers on a journey from composable’s beginnings to common misconceptions about the approach, then concludes with strategies for choosing implementations that result in quick wins to grow your ROI.