Mon.May 09, 2022

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Creativity In The Workplace — Six Months In, And I Love This Place

Forrester eCommerce

Back in 1998, I was a support manager working at the National Institutes of Health at the Clinical Center. I was a young parent, a manager for the first time, and I was full of ideas on how to make the work environment a better place. Back then, our biggest threat was viruses coming in […].

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How Brands Can Deliver Sustainable Instant Commerce for Consumers

Retail TouchPoints

The COVID-19 pandemic has undoubtedly accelerated shifts in consumer behavior and expectations, and not many have been as dramatic as the explosive rise of ecommerce. Perhaps one of the biggest pain points brands have struggled with in ecommerce over the past two years is meeting consumers’ increased demand for immediacy. While two-day delivery was enough to satisfy eager shoppers pre-pandemic, next-day/same-day is now table stakes and brands that offer even faster delivery, meaning within hours

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The Secure Everywhere Movement Is Here: Are You On Board?

Forrester eCommerce

Attackers have stepped up their application game in the past year. Sixty-two percent of organizations surveyed by software supply chain security vendor Anchore have been impacted by a software supply chain attack in the past year. The Solarwinds, Kaseya, and Codecov supply chain attacks are reminders of how these attacks affect critical infrastructure and organizations […].

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Best Buy Expands Beyond Electronics Into New Categories Including Skincare

Retail TouchPoints

Following a March 2022 announcement that it planned to expand beyond its roots in electronics, Best Buy is entering new categories including health and wellness, outdoor living and transportation. Citing technology’s connection to the health and wellness industry, Best Buy has introduced a new collection of skincare technology products from brands such as Foreo , Vanity Planet , PMD Beauty and Therabody at nearly 300 stores and through BestBuy.com.

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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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Europese consumenten hechten steeds meer waarde aan duurzaamheid

Forrester eCommerce

Post van gastblogger Melissa Chaudet, senior onderzoeksmedewerker. Het is geen geheim dat Europese consumenten zich steeds meer zorgen maken over de impact van hun consumptie op het milieu. Forrester heeft onlangs nieuw onderzoek uitgevoerd om een beeld te krijgen van de verwachtingen en houding van Europese consumenten ten aan zien van duurzaamheid.

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ESW Acquires Scalefast to Bolster Cross-Border Commerce Solutions

Retail TouchPoints

DTC ecommerce solution provider ESW will acquire Scalefast , an end-to-end ecommerce company, in a deal that is expected to close by mid-year 2022. Scalefast Co-founders Nicolas Stehle and Frédéric Bocquet, the company’s CEO and CTO respectively, will join ESW’s senior leadership team. The acquisition aims to extend ESW’s market strength across apparel, beauty, personal care and luxury brands to include entertainment, gaming and electronics.

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How Vans Transformed its Visual Merchandising with ‘Digital-First’ Processes

Retail TouchPoints

During the pandemic, many retail organizations embraced more agile, often digital ways of working. Corporate employees immediately felt the benefits, largely because they were given the newfound power to work from anywhere and at any time. But as retailers continued to employ digital tools and platforms to support their remote workforce, they also saw new benefits that had a tangible impact on business results, including faster time to market and improved cross-functional alignment.

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Alibaba Dropshipping: The Ultimate Business Guide

My Wife Quit Her Job

Alibaba dropshipping is one of the best ways to sell high quality products without carrying inventory. Yet, few sellers know they can dropship using Alibaba. For most, starting an ecommerce business on a budget is challenging. But thanks to Alibaba’s dropshipping solution, finding products and wholesale suppliers is simple and easy. This step by step guide will teach you how to get started with Alibaba dropshipping, explain its pros and cons, and share tips to help you build a successful dropshi

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Self-Checkout Solution Provider Raises $62.5 Million

Retail TouchPoints

Mashgin , a self-checkout solution powered by AI and computer vision, has raised $62.5 million in Series B funding at a $1.5 billion post-Series B valuation, making it a so-called “unicorn.” The funding round was led by NEA , joined by existing Mashgin investor Matrix Partners. Mashgin plans to use the investment to grow its team, accelerate expansion and scale internationally.

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404: The Most Creative Teaching Business That I’ve Ever Seen With Kalyan Mazumder

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today I’m very happy to have Kalyan on the show. Kalyan runs Prepmedians.com where he helps kids crush the SATs and ACTs in a widely entertaining way. He uses sketch comedy videos with real Broadway actors to help kids master every topic and it is literally the most creative way to teach that I have ever seen! After you listen to this episode, sign up for a sample video.

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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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Everything You Need to Know About Setting Digital Marketing KPIs

Digital Doughnut

Digital marketers know that KPI setting is important as it helps them and their wider business understand the effectiveness and impact of their marketing activities. But the value and relevancy of some metrics will differ amongst teams. Additionally, some KPIs should be allowed to evolve as companies seek to define what future success could look like.

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Ecommerce Personalization: The Key to Customer Acquisition & Retention

ROI Revolution

As the ecommerce landscape becomes increasingly competitive, personalized marketing is surging as a key way to increase customer acquisition and retention. Ecommerce personalization is becoming crucial to standing out from your competition among your target audiences. We conducted a survey of over 170 digital marketing professionals from a wide range of industries and business types to help you navigate the tumultuous ecommerce landscape.

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Neiman Marcus Group expands paid parental leave

RetailDive

In a tight labor market, companies are finding ways, beyond wage hikes, to attract and keep talent. Workers are aware of their struggle.

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Magento Extensions for Google Shopping Actions to Operate Your Business

ChannelSale

Magento extensions allow you to add new features to your Magento Google Shopping Actions. You don’t have to worry about managing sales, processing mass orders, making the checkout process quicker, or implementing marketing strategies because an extension is dependably accessible. Why Use Magento? Magento’s extensibility has been a significant priority in its development.

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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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Best Buy expands in-store assortment of beauty and e-transportation products

RetailDive

Furniture is also playing a bigger role at the electronics giant after its acquisition of DTC brand Yardbird in November last year.

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Metaverse Market Size to Expand at Over 45.2% CAGR Through 2030

Digital Doughnut

The Metaverse market has been segmented into component, platform, technology, application, and end-user. Based on the component, the market is divided into hardware and software.

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Party City misses estimates, sees more helium pain ahead

RetailDive

Sales and profits suffered as consumers reacted to omicron, inflation, war and the end of government stimulus measures.

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We have the Whole World in our Hands

Canadian Special Events

What is the meaning of “We have the Whole World in our Hands”? As the title implies, humans are in control of all aspects of creation, and we should take comfort in knowing that in today’s world, there are many champions of the sustainable movement. In Canada, one of those champions is The Sustainable Events Forum, led by two very passionate women, Candice Tulsieram, DES, SEPC and Natalie Lowe, CMM, CRL.

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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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Stitch Fix to stylists: 'Take ownership of the disappointment, no matter the role the data played'

RetailDive

Wall Street values technology, Main Street values people. For the apparel e-retailer, that's a conundrum.

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HR In Retail: 5 Ways To Retain, Attract, And Keep Employees Happy

RetailMinded

The retail sector struggles to maintain a stable and content workforce. It has one of the highest turnover rates averaging above 60%. Most employees work long hours with low wages and no benefits. The great resignation brought about by the Covid-19 made things worse because the retail sector suffered the second-highest number of resignees. . However, most retail companies are now on the road to recovery.

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Furniture retailer embraces digital marketing and measures its impact with analytics

RetailDive

A furniture retailer with five outlets embraces marketing analytics to improve marketing performance.

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Infant formula shortage worsens

RetailWire

A voluntary recall of infant formula by Abbott Nutrition has led to a nationwide shortage that has prompted retailers to limit the amount of product that shoppers can purchase each time. According to Datasembly, out of stock levels on infant formula across the country as of April were at about 31 percent and, in Connecticut, Delaware, Montana, New Jersey, Rhode Island, Texas and Washington the rate for the week of April 3 was at 40 percent.

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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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How retail is changing – the rise of local sourcing

iVend

All around the world, we hear how retail is changing, with the growing demand from shoppers for local goods. During the pandemic we saw significant growth in buying from local retail stores, and in 2022 the focus has shifted from simply being about where the goods are sold, to the provenance of the items themselves. Shoppers want to buy goods that are locally made, grown or produced.

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Union activity is on the rise at retail

RetailWire

The start of 2022 has seen a marked increase in union activity at retail and foodservice. Petitions to vote on unions jumped 57 percent from October 2021 to March 2022 over the same period a year earlier. “The pandemic was the wakeup call or the catalyst that has prompted two perspectives: ‘is there another way to work and live?’ and the relationship between employers with workers,” said former NLRB chairman Mark Pearce.

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Event Terms and Conditions

Dynamic Yield

EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS Your participation in the CEO Breakfast event scheduled to take place in New York on Tuesday, July 26, 2022 at 150 5th Ave, New York, NY 10011, within the Mastercard Tech Hub. (the “Event”) shall be deemed to constitute your full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). BY REGISTERING FOR THE […].

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American Dream lost nearly $60 million in nightmare year

RetailWire

The American Dream mall in New Jersey lost nearly $60 million last year as it attempted to overcome the challenges imposed by the pandemic, a fire and delays in the opening of retail stores and attractions. The mall expects to attract 40 million visitors annually.

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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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How To: Present Digital Marketing Reporting to the C-Suite

Funnel.io

There comes a day in every digital marketer’s life when they are asked to present their team’s performance reporting to the “big wigs.” You know, they head honchos. Company leadership.

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Retailers roll out private labels at a fast pace

RetailWire

JCPenney, Kohl’s, Macy’s, Meijer, The Bay and Walmart have all recently introduced new private labels as they seek to differentiate their product offerings from rivals and seek to offer consumers a means to save money at a time of high inflation.

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Event Terms and Conditions

Dynamic Yield

EVENT TERMS AND CONDITIONS Your participation in the CEO Breakfast event scheduled to take place at Soho House White City, 2, Television Centre, 101 Wood Ln, London W12 7FR, United Kingdom on Wednesday, June 01, 2022. (the “Event”) shall be deemed to constitute your full acceptance of these Terms and Conditions (“Terms”). BY REGISTERING FOR THE […].

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Russia’s war on Ukraine is behind higher flower prices

RetailWire

Russia’s attack on Ukraine has had a major impact on fertilizer supplies, which has resulted in a reduction in the amount of flowers being grown and, ultimately, higher prices being paid by consumers.

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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