Tue.Nov 01, 2022

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Amazon Offers Sellers Cash Advance on Marketplace Sales

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon is offering its merchants a new financing option that gives marketplace sellers access to funds in the form of a cash advance on future sales. The new solution gives eligible Amazon sellers — the majority of which are small- and medium-sized businesses — access to capital, from $500 up to $10 million , to expand their businesses, protect margins, develop new products, grow inventory or manage cash flow.

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APAC Predictions 2023: Technology

Forrester eCommerce

As economic concerns spread in the APAC region, technology leaders will have to make some bold calls. Read our top technology predictions for APAC to help inform your 2023 planning.

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Retail Store Tours Expands into 25 New Markets

Retail TouchPoints

Retail Store Tours will launch an updated platform on Nov. 3, 2022 that will feature 25 new markets. The platform will support both RST’s in-person and virtual experiences to help uncover opportunities for innovation, performance improvement and revenue, building on the company’s virtual offering that launched in May 2020. Visitors to the new platform will find featured retail locations in U.S. cities including New York, Los Angeles, Las Vegas, Miami, Chicago, Orlando, Fla. and San Francisco.

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Leveling Up Enablement Best Practices

Forrester eCommerce

Every so often, it’s helpful to test your accepted categories, truisms, and maxims to ensure that they hold up to time, technology advances, and changing buyers. In 2022, I had the good fortune to collaborate with some of Forrester’s best and brightest analysts, and the result in each case was a challenge to my own […].

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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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Holidays, World Cup Drive New Metaverse Activations from Ralph Lauren, VS&Co, PacSun

Retail TouchPoints

Despite Meta ’s recent stock slump , the metaverse itself is alive and thriving with virtual brand activity ramping up in anticipation of the holiday season. But the focus in these last few months of 2022 will go well beyond the holidays, because for the first time ever the FIFA World Cup is taking place in November and December (the event is typically held in the summer).

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CX Commitment Checklist: Help Your Executives Face Reality

Forrester eCommerce

Amidst a flurry of C-level leaders declaring that their organizations are currently or are becoming customer centric, customer experience (CX) leaders face their biggest battle yet: Making leaders in their organization aware of the damaging shadow they cast on efforts to become more customer obsessed. My colleague Richard Sheahan and I often talk to CX […].

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APAC Predictions 2023: Cybersecurity And Risk

Forrester eCommerce

In 2023, APAC firms that prioritize internal security and risk cultural practices to deal with external forces will fare the best. Learn more in our 2023 predictions for cybersecurity and risk in APAC.

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The 3 Most Impactful Location-Powered Experiences for Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

As consumers increasingly adopt hybrid and omnichannel experiences, retailers must adapt to meet changing consumer expectations. Consumers expect brands to provide seamless access to products and services via mobile apps. However, many retailers struggle to deliver these experiences because of limited resources and a lack of expertise. According to a commissioned September 2022 Forrester Consulting study conducted on behalf of Radar, Transform The Customer Experience With Location Data , 57% of

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Predictions 2023: Banks Will Batten Down The Hatches But Prepare For The Upturn

Forrester eCommerce

Inflation, rising interest rates, and the war in Ukraine are creating a challenging landscape for the banking sector, yet wise firms will invest with the long term in mind.

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Walmart Offering Short-Term Leases to SMBs for In-Store Pop-Ups

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart is partnering with pop-up marketplace Popable to offer short-term leases to small- and medium-sized businesses for shop-in-shop locations within its stores. Both the SMB brands and available spaces will be listed on the Popable website, allowing the SMBs to be paired with a local participating Walmart store. Lease lengths will be determined by the SMBs and can range from one month to one year , and could grow into longer-term agreements.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential with 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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More Content, Less Promotion — What To Expect On Singles’ Day 2022

Forrester eCommerce

Entering its 14th year, how will Singles’ Day, the world’s largest online shopping festival, evolve? Forrester breaks down what to expect.

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ClickUp Review: What You Need to Know About This Productivity Software

Ecommerce Platforms

All business owners want to improve the efficiency of their systems and marketing, and one of the best ways to achieve this is by using productivity automation software. The truth is that time management is complex. Most of us rely on several platforms to help us manage our time – online calendars, to-do lists, timers, etc., to help us get things done.

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Victoria’s Secret Acquires Adore Me for $400M to Fuel Revamped Image

Retail TouchPoints

Victoria’s Secret & Co. (VS&Co) has signed a definitive agreement to acquire digitally native intimates brand Adore Me for an initial upfront $400 million cash payment plus further cash consideration. VS&Co plans to leverage Adore Me’s expertise and technology to continue to improve the Victoria’s Secret and PINK shopping experience and accelerate the modernization of VS&Co’s digital platform.

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Prepare For 2023: Sharpen Your Loyalty Data Collection This Holiday Season

Forrester eCommerce

Use your loyalty program to collect consumer data and boost B2C sales this holiday season.

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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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Fear of Follower Drop-Off, Creative Burnout and Ever-Changing Platform Requirements Negatively Influence Influencers

Retail TouchPoints

“Authenticity” has become much more than a buzzword in retail, where brand loyalty is proving fragile. In fact, authenticity is now critical to survival. Forrester research indicates that 71% of U.S. consumers relate to and want to back authentic brands. Increasingly, marketing teams are turning to influencers to help reaffirm and amplify that authenticity in order to build credibility among an increasingly skeptical audience.

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The Best SEO Tools to Help You Optimize Your Website

Ecommerce Platforms

The best SEO tools are among the most important resources today’s businesses can access. In a world where countless transactions begin with searches online, it’s crucial to ensure you’re reaching your audience at the right time in their purchasing cycle. Search Engine Optimization, or “SEO” is the process of manipulating your content to appeal effectively to the search engines.

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Victoria’s Secret will acquire DTC lingerie company Adore Me for $400M

RetailDive

The direct-to-consumer brand is one of many in the space that have challenged the intimates giant thanks to its inclusive sizing and fit technology.

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Are You Ready To Accept Crypto Payments? | Salsify

Salsify

While today’s shoppers are forced to face higher and higher prices on consumer goods, it’s likely that most wouldn’t dare pay a nine-figure sum for a couple of pizzas.

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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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Welcome to the New Kibo: Solely Focused on eCommerce, Order Management, and Subscription Commerce

Kibo

Welcome to the New Kibo! As you may have heard, Kibo has spun off the personalization business, which now operates as its own entity under the Monetate Brand. As Kibo’s CTO turned CEO, here’s my take on this exciting announcement: In late 2018, Kibo set out to build the market’s only personalized commerce cloud. The bringing of market-leading personalization solutions into our unified commerce platform was well-received in the market at the time.

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Walmart, Popable offer short-term store leases to small businesses

RetailDive

Brands can sign up for leases ranging from one month to a year, and they also have the option of entering into a longer-term contract.

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Top-Selling Halloween Costumes For Kids in 2022

Algopix

Everyone loves the excitement of Halloween night, when they can dress up and go trick-or-treating or simply spend time with their family. Some people love the candy, others love the costumes, and others love the spooky decorations. But most people love all three aspects of Halloween. Algopix has already reviewed the Amazon US shopping data for the past month and visualized the best-selling Halloween decorations , the most sold candy , the most popular Halloween costumes for adults , and now it&#

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New Dollar General CEO takes the reins

RetailDive

Jeff Owen has moved into the chief spot, after serving as COO since 2019, and taken a seat on the board as Todd Vasos prepares to retire.

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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

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Performance marketing vs. brand marketing – the differences explained

Funnel.io

What results do you expect from your marketing campaigns? How you answer that question probably depends on whether you focus on performance marketing or brand marketing strategies.

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Google’s new shopping updates focus on deals

RetailDive

The search engine found in a new study that 43% of respondents plan to spend more time looking for discounts this holiday season.

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What are the Top PHP-Based Ecommerce Platforms to Consider in 2022

Digital Doughnut

In recent years, PHP based ecommerce platforms have completely transformed the online shopping industry. These platforms enable you to start your ecommerce store without any prior experience in development.

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BuyBuy Baby introduces first private label

RetailDive

The launch comes as Bed Bath & Beyond moves away from owned brands in favor of national labels.

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Planning the Architecture of Your Modular DXP

Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.

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How To Open A Dispensary In New York

Korona

In 2012, New York legalized medical marijuana. Last year, in 2021, the state officially passed legislation to allow recreational sale for adult-use. Nonetheless, the whole process of getting started in the cannabis industry is a bit perplexing, and many entrepreneurs are confused about how to open a dispensary in New York. Opening a dispensary in the Empire State takes significant planning, financial backing, and legal knowledge.

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Floyd opens LA showroom in partnership with Morrow Soft Goods

RetailDive

The location is Floyd’s only in-person retail experience at the moment and marks the brand’s first expansion to the West Coast.

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Rising food-at-home prices could make Thanksgiving 2022 a good year to eat out

RetailWire

Prices for food-at-home goods are rising more quickly than those away from home, which could make enjoying a Thanksgiving meal at a restaurant a bigger bargain than it has been in years. “This will be the year where you get the best relative value eating out that we’ve seen in a long, long time,” said Michael Swanson, Wells Fargo’s chief agricultural economist.

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Away CFO steps into president role

RetailDive

The direct-to-consumer luggage company didn’t say who would replace Catherine Dunleavy as financial chief.

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How Personalized Customer Experiences Drive Retail Growth and Revenue

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio