Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Security tools cannot do what humans can do. Instead of replacing humans in the SOC, augment them so they can do what they are actually good at.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

After more than 25 years at the head of the company he founded, Jeff Bezos will step down from the CEO role at Amazon in Q3 2021. He will assume the role of Executive Chair and will be succeeded by Andy Jassy, currently the CEO of Amazon Web Services. “Amazon is what it is because of invention,” said Bezos in a statement. “We do crazy things together and then make them normal.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The crises of 2020 turbocharged consumers’ technology adoption and usage. While the pace of change is impressive, consumers’ swift adaptation to life among screens is not entirely radical. Over 23 years of Forrester Analytics’ Consumer Technographics® data has proven that consumers have an insatiable capacity to adopt and use technologies that expand the four forces […].

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Kissmetrics

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

It’s no secret that the field of marketing is constantly evolving, and SaaS brands are not immune from the challenges that arise due to the fast-paced nature of the field. One great way SaaS companies can keep up is through brand advocacy. 2021 SaaS Trends that Affect Brand Advocacy. For starters, consider the overwhelming push toward personalization.

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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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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Despite the tumult of 2020, the insurtech market ended the year alive and (relatively) well. While funding did decline 6% year over year, the fourth quarter was the second strongest for funding in 2020 and the sixth largest since tracking began in 2010. The full version of our quarterly insurtech funding roundup report is on […].

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Kissmetrics

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

When Etsy first launched, its primary focus was independent crafters. However, Etsy gradually changed its approach and allowed larger businesses to join. Now, you’ll find suppliers of packaging, materials, and other business essentials on there. If you’ve visited Etsy recently, you may also have noticed sellers specializing in antiques and collectibles.

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Kissmetrics

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Businesses live and die based on leads. Without leads, no one converts. Without conversions , no one pays. Without payments, your business dies. But generating leads is easier said than done. After all, it takes a long time for SEO to impact your business. PPC sports varied results. Social media requires a lot of attention, and banner ads don’t really work very well these days.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Alibaba Group recorded revenue of RMB 221 billion ( $33.9 billion USD ) in Q3 2020, a period that included the annual Singles’ Day online shopping bonanza, generating a year-over-year increase of 37%. Active users on Alibaba’s China retail marketplaces increased by 22 million in Q3, reaching a total of 779 million. Mobile monthly active users reached 902 million , an increase of 21 million from the previous quarter, and purchase frequency also increased in Q3 across all city tiers.

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Kissmetrics

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Disclosure: This content is reader-supported, which means if you click on some of our links that we may earn a commission. Your websites must look legitimate and trustworthy. Especially if you want to boost sales, revenue, and customer loyalty or even rank higher on the search engine results pages (SERPs). And the best way to do it? Getting an SSL certificate.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Crocs has named former Nike VP and General Manager of Nike Women’s, North America Emma Minto as its SVP and General Manager of the Americas. Minto brings 16 years of experience spent in multiple leadership roles at Nike. In her most recent position, Minto drove integrated brand, product and go-to-market strategy for the women’s running, training and sportswear categories.

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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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FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Today is special because I’m sharing another episode of my other podcast with my business partner Toni called the Profitable Audience podcast. If you haven’t checked it out yet, both Toni and I leverage our experiences with blogging, running events, list building, YouTube, podcasting, membership sites, digital products in order to teach you how to build and monetize your audience.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The need for stronger, more agile supply chains was made clear during the coronavirus pandemic, after the shortages that defined its early days as many manufacturers and retailers were forced to shut down operations. Coresight Research and Blue Yonder took a look at what building a better infrastructure will mean for supply chains going forward during the Supporting the Customer Journey: Localization for Speed to Market & Flexibility webinar, which examined the findings of a survey of both r

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Omnisend

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Reading Time: 6 minutes. Customers can’t buy what they can’t find. No matter whether you’re building an Amazon product listing or one on Google marketplace, Etsy, your ecommerce store, or elsewhere, your product pages have to be both optimized for search results and compelling for buyers. The following tips cover product listing page optimization best practices and fundamentals necessary for an irresistible product showcase.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Uber will acquire Drizly for approximately $1.1 billion in stock and cash, with plans to integrate the on-demand alcohol marketplace into the Uber Eats app while maintaining a separate Drizly app. The move will help Uber’s efforts to build out its delivery capabilities. Drizly is available in more than 1,400 cities across the U.S., where it works with local retailers to deliver beer, wine and spirits.

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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

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

In the third quarter, the founder will be replaced by Andy Jassy, who now leads the company's profitable AWS cloud services unit.

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FastSpring

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Ecommerce transactions are one of the fastest-growing revenues on the planet. As Coronavirus has swept the world, so has the demand for online sales. Since the beginning of the year, data clearly reflects the bursting demand for ecommerce. However, as online selling continues to set records, unfortunately, so does the probability of fraud. This isn’t anything new, of course.

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RetailMinded

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

As a marketplace seller, you’re probably familiar with the standard advice for e-commerce marketing: take out ads on sites like Google, issue coupons, and use social media to name just a few examples. But if you’re hoping to be a successful seller, you may want to go beyond the basics. We turned to two experts at DealNews to get their best insider tips on how to market your marketplace store.

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

The Hidden Disabilities Sunflower, the organisation behind the sunflower lanyard for hidden disabilities, has launched a new campaign to raise awareness of epilepsy. The organisation is supporting International Epilepsy Day (8 February) and has collaborated with Epilepsy Society, the UK’s leading charity for epilepsy research and support, to raise awareness of this hidden health condition.

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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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Wiser

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

For a shopper, not much thought is given to walking into a brick-and-mortar store, finding the right product quickly and easily, and checking out with no hassle. Behind the scenes, however, is a completely different story. For brands and retailers, especially in the consumer packaged goods space, the exact opposite is true. A lot of thought goes into the shopper experience, and how they can find exactly what they’re looking for (or what you want them to look for).

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Bakery brand Country Choice is launching a pizza-to-go concept, in a move designed to “take advantage of the UK’s £5bn pizza market”. The Flatstone Pizza Co. concept offers part-baked vegan pizza bases, 1.5kg pouches of tomato sauce, and a variety of frozen, chilled, and ambient toppings, including two types of grated cheese. Step-by-step recipe cards.

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Retail Technology Review

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

A global research study has revealed that online shopping brings clear sustainability benefits and that urban logistics facilities, like those needed to serve dense populations such a London, could dramatically reduce transportation-related carbon emissions.

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

James Hall & Co, Spar wholesaler for the north of England, has rebuilt one of its company-owned Spar stores in Maryport, Cumbria. Spar Maryport now features a 24 hour, 3,000sq ft Spar store, with a dedicated North West butchery counter, large deli, and 8 Shell fuel pumps. In addition, the store also offers freshly ground.

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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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ecomdash

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

If you're an ecommerce retailer and you've just launched your online store, complete this post-launch checklist to help your business flourish. The post Launching Your Ecommerce Store: A Post-Launch Checklist appeared first on Ecomdash.

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Alcohol Health Alliance UK, a coalition of more than 50 organisations, is calling on the government to reform alcohol duty in response to new ONS figures on alcohol-specific deaths. The ONS alcohol-specific death figures for 2019 show there were 7,565 deaths registered in the UK that related to alcohol-specific causes, the second-highest since the data.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Searches for Black-owned business have increased 600% year over year based on Google Trends data, according to the company.

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ROI Revolution

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Published March 12, 2020. Last updated February 2, 2021. On top of health concerns, brands across the globe are worrying about how coronavirus (COVID-19) will impact ecommerce as a whole. Ecommerce, B2B, B2C, and brick-and-mortar brands alike are all feeling the impact of coronavirus on their business in one way or another. In this article, we’ve collected everything your brand needs to know about coronavirus and ecommerce, as well as what you can do to lessen the blow.

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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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Omniconvert

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

If you are an eCommerce business owner, having a deeper knowledge of eCommerce and relevant eCommerce software is a must. Let's investigate! The post What is Ecommerce software? appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.

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RetailDive

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

REITs' expanding ownership of troubled retailers complicates an investment setup dependent on steady revenue.

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TalkingRetail

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

Working with the local community has helped the team at Mulkerns Eurospar develop its business. The team has strong links with the local schools, community groups and local charities and makes excellent use of social media to engage with them, as well as to keep an eye out for ways to support local events. In.

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ChannelAdvisor

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

If there’s anything those in the online retail world have learned in the last year, it’s that shipping is everything. Fast, reliable shipping is a known driver of e-commerce conversion, and that’s part of the inspiration behind one of Walmart’s latest launches for its marketplace sellers, Shipping Templates. . This new tool for sellers offers 60+ easy-to-use templates that allow for custom configurations, flexible transit times, granular delivery regions across the US and helpful reports.

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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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