Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Lowe’s has unveiled a new solution, developed in its Innovation Labs division, designed to combat retail theft in way that is invisible to customers through the use of RFID chips and the blockchain. Called Project Unlock , the new technology combines low-cost RFID chips and IoT sensors to activate power tools at the point of purchase while also creating a secure, publicly accessible and anonymized record of legitimate purchases on the blockchain.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Forrester has analyzed the Q3 2022 earnings announcements of a basket of leading public companies that provide technology services, including Accenture, Capgemini, Cognizant, EPAM, IBM Consulting, Infosys, TCS, and Thoughtworks. These announcements provide insights and valuable implications from which all technology executives can benefit. Here are some of the key points we heard and inferred: […].

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Amazon Web Services (AWS) , Meta , Microsoft and mapping and location solution TomTom are the founding members of a new collaborative effort to develop a set of shared, open and interoperable map data in order “to create a living digital record of the physical world.”. Some might argue that record already exists in the form of Google Maps , but that is largely the point of the new initiative — to take control of this important tool (used by billions of businesses and consumers every day for a mu

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FastSpring

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Finding the right tools to streamline your sales processes can be key to running a more successful and profitable sales operation. One popular solution for managing and automating parts of the sales process is by using CPQ (Configure, Price, Quote) Software. However, what is a CPQ and what are its primary benefits? And most importantly, does your business need it?

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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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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

As discount shopping app Wish continues its comeback effort , parent company ContextLogic outlined its plans for 2023 at a summit for its merchants — including a major overhaul of the platform’s shipment pricing structure in order to bring down shipping costs for customers. Not too long ago, Wish was the top shopping app in the world , but eventually the very thing that helped it grow so large so quickly — shockingly cheap products — was also what caused it to lose favor with shoppers: when thos

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Consumers are spending, but they are keen on getting deals, and retailers are slashing prices as the holiday season winds down.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Themed Lego sets and movie-related action figures are selling well, while board games and Nerf products are down, according to Jefferies analysts.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Warner Music Group (WMG) will partner with and invest in digital fashion retailer DressX , gaining a platform for select WMG artists to design their own virtual fashion lines. These artists will collaborate directly with DressX to design and launch 3D and AR virtual clothing that their fans can collect across Instagram, Snapchat and other platform partners.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The toy company is launching a game where users can become business tycoons, and the DTC apparel company announced a resale program.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Meijer is expanding on-demand delivery offerings through a partnership with Uber and Uber Eats at nearly 250 of the retailer’s locations across Illinois, Indiana, Kentucky, Michigan, Ohio and Wisconsin. Customers can choose same-day delivery for items including fresh produce, prepared meals and holiday staples while shopping on the Uber Eats app, and these Meijer locations also will be featured within the Uber Holiday Shop. “Meijer is known for freshness — fresh food, fresh thinking and a

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Eva Serrano’s appointment is an “important next step” in PVH’s multi-year strategic growth plan, according to its CEO.

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ChannelAdvisor

DECEMBER 16, 2022

In the busyness of holiday campaigns and end-of-year wrap-ups, it’s tempting to leave 2023 planning on the backburner. But a whole new set of spring holidays will be here before you know it — and the early bird gets the worm. While 2021 and 2022 planning were characterized by pandemic considerations and an unprecedented e-commerce boom, marketers in 2023 have economic uncertainty and more marketplace competition than ever to contend with.

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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The agency acknowledged that consumer interest in more sustainable retail products has risen since it last updated its “Green Guides” in 2012.

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ChannelAdvisor

DECEMBER 16, 2022

The last three years of e-commerce have been anything but predictable. First, there was the pandemic, sending demand skyrocketing and forever securing e-commerce as a top consumer channel. Then came major shortages, causing delays and shopper frustration. Now, consumers are strapped for cash in the midst of inflation, and we’re headed for a recession. .

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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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RetailDive

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Alex Perez-Tenessa said Trendio was created because “traditional e-commerce wasn't working for customers.

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ChannelAdvisor

DECEMBER 16, 2022

In the busyness of holiday campaigns and end-of-year wrap-ups, it’s tempting to leave 2023 planning on the backburner. But a whole new set of spring holidays will be here before you know it — and the early bird gets the worm. While 2021 and 2022 planning were characterized by pandemic considerations and an unprecedented e-commerce boom, marketers in 2023 have economic uncertainty and more marketplace competition than ever to contend with.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Amazon.com has reached a deal with Games Workshop to develop film and television productions based on its Warhammer science fiction video game. It will also sell merchandise connected to the franchise. Amazon spends billions on its Prime Video Streaming service, a key component of its Prime membership plan.

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Digital Doughnut

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Today, organizations cannot digitally thrive without high-quality, trusted, and up-to-date product information. A PIM system is essential for businesses with large or complex product catalogs, multiple sales channels, or strict quality control requirements.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon said that grocery inflation is not evenly distributed. “What we’re seeing is that if you take the fresh food categories, commodities, things like proteins, things are starting to move. Chicken right now is more expensive, but beef is down. Fruit and vegetable is in pretty good shape,” he said. “But dry groceries, consumables is where we’re seeing the most stubborn and persistent inflation, mid-double-digit inflation.

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DECEMBER 16, 2022

If you look at LightInTheBox reviews online, you'll often find customers complaining about late deliveries and poor-quality merchandise. But does that mean that LightInTheBox isn't a good place to source products? In this LightInTheBox review, I'll let you know if LightInTheBox is safe and reliable, and I'll share some tips for a smoother LightInTheBox buying experience.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Amazon.com has agreed to give makers of rival products equal access on the e-commerce platform as part of an agreement with European regulators, according to people with knowledge of the deal. It has also agreed to not use data from third-party marketplace sellers to inform its own offerings.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

As the world recovers from the pandemic and consumers return to the high street, retailers are eager to capitalize on the increased footfall by providing an exceptional in-store experience. Even though COVID-19 has been in effect for more than two years, one barrier that the retail sector is still attempting to overcome is the resulting labor shortage.

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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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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Twitter said that it has suspended the accounts of journalists from CNN, The New York Times, Voice of America, The Washington Post and others. The social media site’s owner, Elon Musk, said in a tweet that the journalists were sharing details about his whereabouts and that these reports amount to “assassination coordinates” for those who would do him or his family harm.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

It’s hard to turn a profit in ecommerce, and for a long time that didn’t matter. But as ecommerce has become a more prominent contributor to retailers’ bottom lines, and the cost of doing business online gets more expensive (think rising shipping costs and increasing returns), the mere existence of an ecommerce operation is no longer enough — retailers now have to find a way to make money online.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Taco Bell is testing two new varieties of its popular Mexican Pizza including a Cheesy Jalapeño Mexican Pizza in Oklahoma City and a Triple Crunch Mexican Pizza in Omaha. The restaurant chain sold 20 million Mexican Pizzas after it put the item on the menu in May.

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Korona

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Opening a business selling alcoholic beverages is quite unique in the sense that the owners must first obtain a liquor license. In addition, each state has many policies regulating the sale and distribution of alcohol. Although Florida is not one of the alcohol control states , obtaining a liquor license is easier said than done in the Sunshine State.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Zellers closed down most of its stores in Canada a decade ago, shuttering the last of them in 2020. The retailer is planning a comeback and hoping that memories of what it once was will be enough to get Canadians to give it another try.

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Ecommerce Guru

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Nilesh Kataria, an entrepreneur from Punjab, believes in growing by lifting others. Running multiple successful businesses, he is a proud […]. The post Nilesh Kataria Talks About His Journey Of ‘Speak To Uplift’ appeared first on Ecommerce Guru.

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RetailWire

DECEMBER 16, 2022

More than 1,000 baristas working at 100 Starbucks across the country are planning a three-day strike as part of their effort to unionize more stores. The workers said they are protesting insufficient staffing and poor management at Starbucks’ stores.

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Omnisend

DECEMBER 16, 2022

Reading Time: 13 minutes. When you’ve created a great product, all that needs to be done is promoting it to get customers. But, that’s easier said than done. According to Clayton Christensen , professor at Harvard Business School, most product launches fail. The key, however, lies in marketing the product launches well. That’s where product launch emails come in.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

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