Tue.Dec 12, 2023

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5 retailers that need a strong finish for the year

RetailDive

These retailers have borrowed heavily, delivered soft performance, seen substantial leadership turnover or operate in a heavily discretionary sector. Can they turn themselves around?

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AWS’ Silent Nod To FinOps

Forrester eCommerce

Last week, Amazon.com VP and CTO Werner Vogels closed out re:Invent 2023 with his keynote address on “The Frugal Architect” This wasn’t the first time, Vogels introduced this topic. In fact, it was a theme he originally introduced in 2012 that revolves around architecting with cost in mind.

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Uniqlo’s 2024 Plans: 20+ New Stores in North America

Retail TouchPoints

Uniqlo will open more than 20 stores in the U.S. and Canada in 2024, including debuts in new markets for the fast fashion retailer. In May 2023 , Uniqlo, which opened its first North American location in 2005, revealed its plans to reach 200 North American locations by 2027. The retailer, which will be focusing the new store openings in the eastern and western regions of both countries, has slated nine debuts for spring 2024: U.S.: Tacoma Mall, Tacoma, Wash.

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Top Edge Computing And IoT Trends That Matter In 2023

Forrester eCommerce

Since this is an emerging category of technologies, there’s always new innovations and trends to keep track of. My colleagues and I got together to create a list of the most important trends to follow across edge and IoT.

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The Pragmatic Path to Composability: Adapting to the Future through Modularity

Speaker: Jason Cottrell

Brands used to look for a vendor who could do everything. Over time, one vendor was no longer enough to meet a brand’s needs, and they added, added and added. Now they need all their vendors to work well together. That’s composable, and only some will make the cut. As customers — and your board — expect you to be in new channels and to rapidly adapt to shifts in the market, the need for true composability is more crucial than ever before.

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As Zulily Folds, Retailer Points the Finger at Amazon

Retail TouchPoints

Online retailer Zulily , once a Silicon Valley darling, has begun the process of winding down its business, with court filings indicating plans to close its Seattle headquarters as well as warehouses in Nevada and Ohio and a liquidation sale underway online. The company, which was acquired from Qurate Retail Group by investment firm Regent L.P. in May 2023, has not made a formal announcement of the closure, but several Zulily employees have commented on the news on LinkedIn , including Zulily Re

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Announcing The First-Ever Evaluative Research On Cybersecurity Skills And Training Platforms: The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Skills And Training Platforms, Q4 2023!

Forrester eCommerce

The emergence of CS&T platforms ushers in a new era of upskilling and training focused not on point-in-time test prep but on continual learning, where practitioners go up against the latest attacker techniques individually or as a team to test technical skills, refine documented processes, and improve communication. They’re also using these platforms to acquire emerging skills, like prompt engineering, which are offered by many of the platforms in this evaluation.

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Synchronize People, Processes, And Technologies To Lift Ad Creative’s Performance

Forrester eCommerce

My favorite holiday-themed ad is Hershey’s “Christmas Bells,” which debuted in 1989 thanks to the creativity of David Apicella at Ogilvy & Mather, among others. Since then, the ad has run every December. In a market crowded with viral creative like Spotify’s Wrapped, Hershey’s pithy ad continues to perform.

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509: Temu And Shein Decimated His Business. Now What? With Jerry Kozak

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today, I’m thrilled to have Jerry Kozak on the show. Jerry is the founder of Ann Arbor Tees, a world class full service print and embroidery company in Ann Arbor, Michigan that does over eight figures per year in sales. But thanks to sites like Temu and Shein, his business has been cut in half this past year. In this episode, we talk about the effects of companies like Temu and Shein and what you can do about it.

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Critical Success Factors for A Successful IT Platform Team Transformation

Forrester eCommerce

Platform teams have emerged as a significant shift in how we approach technology management. They are responsible for creating the infrastructure that other teams build upon. However, transitioning to platform teams is not as simple as rebranding current IT operations teams but requires a fresh approach to IT management.

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Adidas Debuts Series of Virtual Pop-Ups in Roblox

Retail TouchPoints

Adidas has opened pop-up shops offering virtual branded merchandise within seven Roblox experiences and has partnered with Roblox creator Rush Bogin (known by his screen name “Rush X”) to create an assortment of exclusive items available on a first-come, first-served basis. New product drops are scheduled throughout December 2023. The pop-up shops will be located within these Roblox experiences: Princess Dress Up Obby; Cotton Obby!

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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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Announcing the PIM Wave™ Q4, 2023 

Forrester eCommerce

Our evaluation reveals a field of PIM vendors that are driving top-line business growth by actively managing product information quality within the enterprise and across thousands of channel endpoints.

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Forrester Names Salsify a Leader in PIM | Salsify

Salsify

Download the report, 'The Forrester Wave™: Product Information Management, Q4 2023 Report,' and explore why Salsify was named a 'Leader.

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Your Ticket to Immersive Story-Oriented Experiences

Forrester eCommerce

MTV’s “Emily in Paris” is the story of an American marketing executive assigned to her agency’s Paris office. In each episode, she learns something new about the culture, she nails the pitch, there’s a montage of the campaign coming together, then she celebrates with the brand owner at his castle.

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Uniqlo plans more than 20 new stores in North America in 2024

RetailDive

The Japan-based fast fashion company is expanding its retail presence in the U.S. and Canada and expects to have 200 locations open by 2027.

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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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What If Your Commerce Strategy Was A Choose Your Own Adventure?

Forrester eCommerce

Despite touting so much about storytelling, most brand experiences are still designed for marketing funnels. In a world where data deprecation is rapidly constraining customer experiences and digital sameness is ubiquitous, how do leading brands separate themselves from the pack to drive consumer engagement, loyalty and top-line revenue growth?

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Amazon pilots grocery subscription service in 3 cities

RetailDive

The program offers Prime customers unlimited free delivery from Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods Market on orders over $35 and unlimited 30-minute pickup regardless of order size.

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10 Outstanding Marketing Campaigns from 2023

Practical eCommerce

This installment of our annual rundown of notable marketing includes campaigns from McDonald's, Dunkin', Heineken, Apple, Coca-Cola, Pepsi, and more. The post 10 Outstanding Marketing Campaigns from 2023 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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November hiring growth slightly up from 2022: report

RetailDive

Though some major retailers are hiring seasonal workers this holiday, employers are relatively cautious in their hiring plans overall.

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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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Event marketing: Complete guide and strategies for 2024

Omnisend

Reading Time: 11 minutes Do you believe that customer engagement relies on the appropriate use of technology? The reality is that the human touch should not be underestimated. Building personal connections through one-on-one interactions is still an unparalleled opportunity to create memorable customer experiences. And what drives these? It’s event marketing.

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Monica and Andy launches maternity collection at Walmart

RetailDive

The maternity line joins the brand’s signature baby offerings that debuted in February at select Walmart stores and online.

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What is a good open rate for email: A detailed guide for 2024

Omnisend

Reading Time: 8 minutes There’s a myth that emails aren’t effective because the open rate is less than 100%. The reality is that a good open rate for email is anywhere between 15 to 28%, and this is enough to engage your audience, make sales, and grow your business. If you’re looking for answers to maintain a good email open rate or wondering if you could surpass the average, you’re at the right place.

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Amazon files motion to dismiss FTC antitrust lawsuit

RetailDive

The e-commerce giant said in its legal rebuttal that its business practices are lawful and represent “the very essence of competition.

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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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Tech Transformation Video: The Kraft Heinz Company's Linda Roman on Tech and Sustainable Packaging

RIS News

Linda Roman, associate director of packaging ESG & technology at The Kraft Heinz Company, discusses sustainable packaging innovations and taking collaborative action across the value chain.

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Dollar General among fastest growing brands for Gen Z TikTok users: report

RetailDive

Inflation and the pursuit of cheaper alternative products could be driving interest in the discount retailer, Morning Consult said.

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The Kraft Heinz Company's Linda Roman on Collaborative Approaches to Sustainability

RIS News

Learn how Kraft Heinz is tapping technology and collaborating across the value chain in the pursuit of sustainable packaging goals.

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Rue21 appoints former GNC exec as new chief people officer

RetailDive

Additionally, Chief Financial Officer Michele Pascoe’s role will expand to include management of the company’s legal operations.

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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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Year-End Recap: Analytics Unite Highlights Innovation in Action

RIS News

Let’s take a look back at Analytics Unite 2023 and what the representing companies achieved throughout the year.

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Youthforia appoints first VP of marketing

RetailDive

Expanding the makeup brand’s executive team, Tina Shim takes on the role alongside its new vice president of sales, KC Giddings.

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Budweiser Brewing Group and PerfectDraft look to expand community store programme

TalkingRetail

Following a successful trial of its PerfectDraft Community Store Programme, Budweiser Brewing Group UK&I and PerfectDraft are looking to expand the programme with additional convenience customers.

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Hasbro slashes 1,100 jobs amid tepid toy sales

RetailDive

The challenges of the first nine months of the year have persisted, and will likely continue into 2024, CEO Chris C s told employees.

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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.