Salsify
OCTOBER 29, 2024
At first glance, who influences — and ultimately controls — household spending isn’t always readily apparent. And as the concepts of “family” and “household” evolve, so too do the dynamics behind their collective spending decisions.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Marks & Spencer plans to install self-checkout POS stations in the changing rooms in its 180 clothing stores, according to the Telegraph and other news outlets. The UK retailer already has deployed the changing room checkouts in 28 refurbished stores, including its Fosse Park flagship in Leicester, and plans to have the technology installed in more than 100 stores by 2028.
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365 Retail
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Lindt & Sprüngli , the globally renowned Swiss chocolate maker, has announced it will open its first-ever UK flagship store and immersive chocolate experience in Spring 2025. Located directly beneath the iconic Piccadilly Lights in central London, this new location aims to bring a unique chocolate-themed destination to the city, combining Lindt’s beloved products with an interactive, experiential twist.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Financial services company Hilco Global and asset management firm TPG Angelo Gordon have formed a new joint venture (JV), with the goal of acquiring and financing consumer brands and IP in partnership with brand management firm Bluestar Alliance. Just last month, Bluestar acquired luxury streetwear brand Off-White from LVMH , and one of the JV’s first moves will be to co-invest an undisclosed amount in the Off-White brand.
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.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Dreams has announced the opening of its new premium concept store in East Sheen, marking a key milestone in the company’s growth and expansion strategy. The East Sheen location is the first of its kind, introducing a boutique-style experience tailored for smaller high street sites while reflecting the brand’s focus on a more premium, personalised shopping journey.
Wiser
OCTOBER 29, 2024
For today’s consumers, price and availability aren’t just practical considerations, they are foundational elements of trust. As shoppers seamlessly transition between online and in-store experiences, they expect consistency in pricing and reliable information about product availability. However, our recent surveys highlight that many brands and retailers are still grappling with discrepancies and stock issues, which can erode consumer confidence and loyalty.
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365 Retail
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Award-winning pet retailer Jollyes today announces that it has strengthened its executive team with a number of talented leaders from some of Britain’s leading retailers. This comes after Jollyes launched its first dedicated recruitment and careers website , as it prepares for significant new store growth. The site has already generated over 7,000 applications in its first few weeks.
TalkingRetail
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Rizla has launched three new limited-edition packs designed by its customers. The Super Thin Silver papers come in three designs, which form a complete image when placed together.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 29, 2024
UNIQLO , the Japanese fashion retailer known for its minimalist designs and quality craftsmanship, is preparing to make its Liverpool debut with a 25,000-square-foot flagship store at Liverpool ONE. Set to open in early 2025 on Paradise Street, the store will join a roster of major retailers in Liverpool ONE’s prime shopping area, including BOSS, JD, and Goldsmiths.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 29, 2024
AI and, most recently, generative AI (genAI) have uncovered the true power of automating tasks that previously were tedious to complete or difficult to improve the efficiency of the work within a singular domain of the business.
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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
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 29, 2024
With a shorter-than-usual holiday shopping season ahead, competition for share of wallet will be exceptionally fierce. In addition to the compressed retail rush, Salesforce reports that 43% of consumers are carrying more debt than last year, making the fight for attention even more intense. As holiday bargain hunters flock to crowded malls and equally crowded online platforms, retailers will battle for visibility in inboxes, on social media and across the web.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 29, 2024
This year’s HLTH conference embraced the theme of ‘Be Bold.’ Speakers committed strongly to tackling some of the toughest challenges in healthcare, such as lack of access, clinician shortages, and frustrating prior authorization (PA) processes.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Despite brief blips like the post-pandemic “deinfluencing” phase and intermittent conversations about “influencer fatigue, ” influencer, or as it’s now more commonly called, creator marketing is continuing to chart a steady path of growth. Valued at nearly $128 billion in 2023, Coherent Market Insights predicts that the creator economy will reach $528 billion by 2030.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 29, 2024
One of the benefits of an analyst role at Forrester is engaging with B2B leaders to understand their business challenges and priorities. This month, I was fortunate to spend time in person with a broad range of sales and operations leaders at Forrester’s B2B Summit EMEA and other events in London.
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.
lateshipment
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The holiday season is a time when the e-commerce and retail space is busier than usual with customers looking to get their list of items at the best rates possible. But there are hundreds of brands out there and the competition only gets fierce year-on-year. As an e-commerce merchant, if youre looking to get into a better position than your competitors, then the holiday season is the perfect opportunity to do that.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Three application security technologies are key for retailers to adopt before holiday season.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
From Youthforia’s problematic foundation shade range to Foxtrot’s abrupt shuttering, retailers have been the subject of some scary stories.
Practical eCommerce
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Our handpicked list of 20 tools will drive traffic, streamline operations, and grow revenue. The post Top WooCommerce Extensions to Grow a Store appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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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.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The company is working to build Heydude’s brand awareness and momentum through influencer partnerships after a 17% revenue drop in Q3.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
HelloFresh is the latest company to celebrate 'Friends.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The spots, which depict Brie embodying the human version of the department store’s annual gift guide, will air across TV, digital and social channels.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
A woman filed a lawsuit against the airline, saying she was served a frozen solid ice cream sandwich during a transatlantic flight.
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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.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
James Conroy, who was previously the chief executive of Boot Barn, will succeed Barbara Rentler, effective Feb. 2.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
British Airways is acting out of an abundance of caution.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Customers can now get delivery in as fast as an hour from over 700 of the retailer’s stores across the country.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
First Watch, a breakfast, lunch, and brunch restaurant that is slowly opening locations nationwide, has joined the Double Decker taco craze first launched by Taco Bell by unveiling its own take on the popular treat.
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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.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The brand says it has momentum, though some analysts wonder what will follow the current hype around its legacy Terrace styles.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
Seven & i Holdings Co., Ltd. has released a presentation outlining its future plans.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 29, 2024
The retailer joins a slew of grocers that have rolled out holiday meal discounts in an effort to assuage consumer concern about food prices.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 29, 2024
PayPal earnings per share beat analysts' expectations for the third quarter of 2024.
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