Wed.Jun 22, 2022

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Actionable Insights and Metrics That Unlock Channel Sales Growth

Forrester eCommerce

Importance Of Channel Sales Metrics Today, actionable insights are the backbone of channel sales organizations. Collecting the right data and transforming it into actionable insights enables channel sales leaders to spot risks, find opportunities for growth, and make smarter decisions. In other words, tracking the right metrics could mean the difference between hitting your channel […].

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2022 Global Ecommerce Report: Fashion and Apparel

BigCommerce

Technological advances, a fading pandemic and returning confidence in the supply chain stand to make 2022 a banner year for…

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If you can say it, you can see it: Dall-E and You

Forrester eCommerce

Or, “How a natural-language image generation AI used as a meme generator by social media may impact your business.” Welcome to the future, it’s got AI-generated art. Let’s play a quick game – which of the below images were made by an AI system generating images based on word prompts? Let’s pretend you guessed […].

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Simon Debuts Multi-Retailer Product Search Engine Offering Mall Shoppers In-Stock Data

Retail TouchPoints

Mall operator Simon has launched a new search engine that will let shoppers research in-stock products at participating retailers in Simon properties. Simon Search, as the platform is called, is currently being tested at 29 Simon retail centers across the U.S., with a broader rollout planned for later this year. The hope is that giving shoppers visibility into in-stock inventory will boost both store traffic and conversion rates.

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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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Design Solutions To Attract Female Investors

Forrester eCommerce

Women are investing in plain sight. But to look at the numbers, you would think that wealth managers can’t see them. Less than half of online women in the US are investors compared to 60% of online men. Those that do invest also tend to have fewer and less varied investment products than men. To […].

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Shopify Adds New Tools for Twitter, Google and iOS to Enhance Retailers’ Reach

Retail TouchPoints

Shopify has launched a number of new integrations aimed at helping retailers meet shoppers wherever they are — across social media, stores and in-person events. Some of the biggest changes include new capabilities and integrations with Twitter that will enable additional social commerce options; Google , which will help retailers connect with shoppers near their brick-and-mortar locations; and iOS , which will let retailers use iPhones to accept contactless payments.

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Amazon Appoints Insider as CEO of Worldwide Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon has named 17-year company veteran Doug Herrington to the renamed role of CEO of Worldwide Amazon Stores, filling the position left vacant by former CEO of the Worldwide Consumer Dave Clark. Since 2015, Herrington has served as Amazon’s SVP of the North America Consumer. Herrington joined Amazon as VP of Consumables in 2005, launched Amazon Fresh in 2007 and was promoted to SVP of Consumables in 2014.

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Nordstrom leans on off-price Rack for growth and profit

RetailDive

The retailer was said to be exploring a spinoff of the business, but now says it’s cranking up its footprint and tying it more tightly to its full-line operations.

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Kroger to Create 400 Jobs at New Denver Fulfillment Center

Retail TouchPoints

The Kroger Co. is fortifying its delivery services in the Denver metropolitan region with the addition of a nearly 300,000-square-foot customer fulfillment center in Aurora, Colo. that will create 400 new jobs. This new delivery network will be powered by Kroger’s long-time partner fulfillment partner the Ocado Group , which uses a combination of AI, advanced robotics and automation.

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EBay acquires NFT marketplace KnownOrigin

RetailDive

The deal will usher in “a new era of digital collecting to the world’s top destination for collectibles,” according to eBay.

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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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Five Ways Retailers Can Benefit From Coworking Spaces 

RetailMinded

Many would-be entrepreneurs and startup owners expect to enter the retail industry more efficiently than any other business niche. After all, there are so many possible tangible products to sell. Many retail business ventures hold promising potential, from consumable items to daily necessities. It can be lucrative but may be challenging to begin. .

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Amazon names grocery veteran to head consumer business

RetailDive

Doug Herrington, a 17-year company veteran who established AmazonFresh and was an executive at Webvan, will replace Dave Clark as head of the unit, formerly known as Worldwide Consumer.

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Intelligence Node Speaks : Employee Spotlight Series : Meet Priya Gaikwad – An OG INodian

IntelligenceNode

Meet Priya Gaikwad – An OG INodian and AVP Admin. Priya is one of the original five at Intelligence Node and has been with the company for nine years. She.

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How to Build a Shopify Landing Page That Converts

eCommerce CEO

This content is sponsored by GemPages Shopify Landing Page builder. What percentage of your total website traffic converts to a paying customer? How much more. Read more.

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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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Alo Yoga accepts crypto payments, allows crypto paychecks

RetailDive

The DTC lifestyle brand is betting big on Web3 technology, although U.S. data suggests minimal usage of crypto for purchasing goods.

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Overcoming Commerce Inertia is Easier than You Think

GetElastic

The road to a modern software stack is paved with perceived obstacles. As with many things in life, these obstacles aren’t as hard to overcome as inertia itself. If you’ve ever hesitated and stared at your running shoes before just getting out the door for a workout, you know what I’m talking about. The story of inertia plays out again and again in tech, and especially in commerce.

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Everything You Need to Know About Selling on Amazon

ChannelAdvisor

Consumers can hardly remember a time before they shopped on Amazon. Today, 54% of US consumers say they begin product searches there before looking anywhere else. . But success with the world’s largest online retailer isn’t guaranteed. Without the chops to compete and put products in front of shoppers, brands and retailers won’t make it on the highly saturated marketplace. .

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Lowe's releases limited-edition NFT collection, digital assets for builders

RetailDive

The retailer wants to focus on its digital offerings as its pandemic-induced boom declines.

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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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Why marketing channel diversification is critical to D2C success

Liveintent

If you’re a D2C marketer you probably have two things on your mind: increasing awareness of your brand and driving business growth. The marketing channel or channels that help you achieve these objectives quickly and easily are likely to become your favorites, possibly leading you to focus the majority (if not all) of your marketing efforts on them.

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Rising returns hurt everyone

RetailDive

The costs of lenient shipping and return policies are proving to be unsustainable. What can be done?

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Everything You Need to Know About Selling on Amazon

ChannelAdvisor

Consumers can hardly remember a time before they shopped on Amazon. Today, 54% of US consumers say they begin product searches there before looking anywhere else. . But success with the world’s largest online retailer isn’t guaranteed. Without the chops to compete and put products in front of shoppers, brands and retailers won’t make it on the highly saturated marketplace. .

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After much mulling, Office Depot owner rejects both sale and split

RetailDive

The office supplies specialist won’t be breaking itself up nor merging with rival Staples. Many twists and turns later, it has decided to stay whole.

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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.

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Kroger plans automated Ocado warehouse in Denver area

RetailWire

Kroger plans to open an automated customer fulfillment center in Aurora, CO. The nearly 300,000-square-foot Ocado hub will fill online orders. Kroger also said that its customer fulfillment center in Pleasant Prairie, WI, is up and running.

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How to Become a Sustainable Food and Drink Supplier

365 Retail

Sustainability is becoming the norm when it comes to food and beverage supply practices. Therefore, as a business in this market, it is essential to respect the environment and operate with a good moral compass with regard to your ethics and your responses. This post explores how to invoke sustainability within your food and beverage company. . Sustainable Practices.

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Longtime Amazon exec named chief of Worldwide Amazon Stores

RetailWire

Amazon.com CEO Andy Jassy said that Doug Herrington, a company veteran and member of its S-team executive group, has been named chief of Worldwide Amazon Stores. Mr. Herrington has been integral to the launch of Amazon Fresh. His promotion follows the resignation of Dave Clark, who is joining Flexport, a supply chain software startup.

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How can technology help retailers manage the impact of inflation?

365 Retail

Retail Express’ UKI General Manager, Ed Betts, considers the challenges faced by retailers as the financial situation worsens, and how merchandising software can maintain profit margins. The deepening cost-of-living crisis, with inflation running at its worse rate in decades, is impacting us all. But, for more than a few, the soaring energy costs that are set to reach stratospheric heights by autumn will mean a choice between heat or eat.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

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.

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The Future Of Data Protection

Digital Doughnut

Amidst this world scenario of digitalization, 'data' has come up as the most important and valuable asset. Be it personal or professional, if in any case confidential data and information are compromised, the loss so caused will be irreversible. Hence data privacy and protection have become of utmost significance. And it would be interesting as well as crucial to see what would be the future of data protection in the coming years.

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Amazonians United says Amazon fired workers for union activity

RetailWire

Amazonians United, the union seeking to organize Amazon.com workers, said that the company fired two employees at its Prince George County warehouse in a complaint filed with the National Labor Relations Board. Kelly Nantel, an Amazon spokesperson, said, “Whether an employee supports a certain cause or group doesn’t factor into the difficult decision of whether or not to let someone go.”.

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How B2B Mobile Apps are Becoming the New Growth Vehicle

Digital Doughnut

B2B mobile apps are a good way for businesses to interact with their customers and increase revenue and grow their business.

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Canada’s single-use plastic ban to go into effect in December

RetailWire

Canada will ban the manufacture and importation of single-use plastics, including grocery bags and takeout containers, as of December this year. The country will end the sale of single-use plastics by the end of next year and the exportation of them by the end of 2025.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

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