Salsify

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Consumer trend forecasting for 2024 promises a fun year filled with amazing opportunities for brands to connect with customers.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As technology continues to evolve, so does the future of operations. Advancements in natural language processing and deep learning will make AI-driven operations and agile knowledge management even more intuitive and human-like.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2023

It’s no secret that retailers and brands have become obsessed with driving conversion in their quest to recover the more than half of shoppers who abandon checkout before completing their purchase. After all, “conversion rate optimization” is one of the more common catchphrases in today’s retail industry. But too often, in trying to reach this final destination, retailers are missing out on the proverbial journey — and that journey is usually far more lucrative than the typical take-no-prisoners

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

It’s been awhile since I’ve been excited about Cisco and it’s networking strategy. While Cisco remains prominent in market share, it’s been Arista and Juniper that have dominated the networking innovation conversation. What do I mean when I say network innovation?

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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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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Walmart partnered with People of Crypto (POC) Lab to develop an interactive, virtual odyssey designed to commemorate Hip Hop’s 50th anniversary. The virtual experience is designed as a “choose your own journey” experience, where visitors can learn, network and simply enjoy the space, creating new opportunities for the retailer to blend “IRL” (in real life) and “IVL” (in virtual life) experiences.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Learn three key lessons from our partnership with Women in Security and Privacy (WISP) in sponsoring attendees at our Security & Risk Forum.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Following Thanksgiving and Cyber Week, Bizrate shared some aggregated initial insights from their 2023 holiday surveys with us.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The holiday season brings joy, magic, beautiful decorations and a soundtrack of carols and standards that we revisit year after year. Sure, these tracks may get us in a festive mood, but for retail workers listening to them on what can feel like a truly endless loop they could also lead to madness. New research from customer feedback company HappyOrNot reveals that not all holiday hits are created equal for store associates.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Gain a better understanding of content engagement.

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Practical eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2023

With time and effort — not money — merchants of any size can improve organic search rankings. The post 10 Do-it-yourself SEO Tips to Save Money appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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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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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The department store said the $1 billion turnaround announced earlier this year has already boosted traffic and loyalty, but is it bold enough?

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Akeneo , the Product Experience (PX) Company and leading provider of Product Information Management (PIM) solutions, today announced two more additions to the C-suite team and that it has experienced a surge of growth and momentum in 2023. Throughout the year, the company expanded its offerings and sharpened its operations to enhance product experiences for brands, manufacturers, retailers, and distributors on a global scale.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

The loyalty program, which has over 42 million active members, will launch in January with a new name and an enhanced birthday gift experience.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Walgreens will need to build up its IT department to reach its goals of using tech to boost sales, scale its healthcare division, and remodel its stores to logistic hubs.

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Technology 104

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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.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Linh Peters had arrived last year from Calvin Klein, but was affected by the drugstore retailer's second workforce reduction of the year.

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ESW

DECEMBER 21, 2023

As we close out 2023 and prepare for 2024, we look back at our most popular global ecommerce posts of the last year. 2023 was a year of the unexpected. AI stormed the scene generating simultaneous enthusiasm and skepticism. The predicted economic downturn largely did not materalise and, in fact, consumer spending increased. Over the last 12 months, we have brought you insights and information to help your brand and business grow and succeed.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A fourth of respondents to a new survey said their last holiday shopping stop was at the big box retailer, followed by Target and Kohl’s.

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CPC Strategy

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In an era dominated by digital content consumption, streaming TV has emerged as a powerful tool for marketers to connect with their target audience. In this post, we’ll explore the world of streaming TV advertising, from its definition, to best practices, and the platforms that support it. Let’s start from the top.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Buy online, pickup in store accounted for one-fourth of online orders in the three weeks after Cyber Monday, according to Salesforce.

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Shipping 116

RetailWire

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Warner Bros. Discovery and Paramount Global are reportedly in the preliminary stages of merger discussions.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 21, 2023

MacArthur Beauty “saw an opportunity to save this brand and turn it around” after the company received a warning notice from the U.K. government.

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CPC Strategy

DECEMBER 21, 2023

When I originally wrote this post in January 2021, retail media was seeing substantial gains across big box and specialty retailers. And…it hasn’t stopped. Looking back nearly three years later—with signal loss and cookie deprecation becoming more real and impactful each day—it’s clear that the importance of retail media will only continue to climb.

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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.

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Dynamic Action

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Summary When assessing your retail business performance, it is critical to understand both internal performance and performance based on market context. A retail analytics solution quickly surfaces metrics from both contexts and presents them in a unified view, allowing you to see the full picture of performance easily. Gathering all of this data manually is impossible.

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SheerID

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Check out our top predictions on how segmented marketing will continue to evolve.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Landsec has today announced that Nike will bring its concept store, Nike Rise, to Trinity Leeds next year. Nike will join a number of international brands who have signed at the centre this year. The 10,000 sq ft Nike Rise store is expected to open in 2024. The concept aims to enhance shopping experiences through innovative digital experiences and services that enliven the sport pulse of the city.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A pivotal ruling took place this Wednesday as the U.K.'s highest court declared that AI can't be credited as an inventor in a patent application.

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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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RepslyBlog

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Embarking on a mission to revolutionize retail execution, the Repsly team has consistently delivered on its commitment to enhancing the mobile and web app experience for users. As we reflect on our journey, the focus remains steadfast on providing a platform that not only meets but exceeds expectations.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 21, 2023

It's been a week of interesting workforce decisions at two branches of Wells Fargo in the United States. At the New Mexico branch in Albuquerque, employees have voted to join a union.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2023

In the cryptocurrency world, “HODLing”, a practice of holding onto your tokens for long-term growth, has been a popular strategy. However, there’s an evolving landscape that offers more proactive ways to maximize returns, particularly through listing tokens on exchanges. This article delves into how cryptocurrency listing can transcend traditional holding methods, potentially leading to augmented returns, and explores the various aspects of this strategy.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 21, 2023

A Toyota safety recall has been issued for certain models of Toyota and Lexus vehicles. The recall spans across an estimated 1 million vehicles sold in the United States between 2020 and 2022.

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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.

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