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Multilocal Firms Will Emerge

Forrester eCommerce

The COVID-19 crisis is exacerbating preexisting trends, leading to a technology “splinternet,” protectionism, and local regulation. “With the rise of US-Chinese tensions, we risk entering a siloed world a bit like during the Cold War, with blocks living in autarky to preserve their sovereignty,” recently warned Jean-Marc Chéry, CEO at STMicroelectronics.

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5 Examples of E-Commerce Pop-Up Shops

Kissmetrics

Pop-up shops are a fantastic opportunity for brands, both big and small, to connect with customers and drive sales. Modern consumers are increasingly looking for novel experiences , and pop-up shops, both physical and virtual, fit the bill. Not only do pop-up shops offer a novel experience, but they also create excitement about your brand that lasts well after your pop-up is gone.

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Did You Hear? Social Networks Want In On Audio

Forrester eCommerce

First the social networks conquered text. Then they dominated video. And now, the new frontier: audio. New app Clubhouse has garnered significant buzz for its audio-based chatroom environment, where users can join live conversations with people and topics they follow. Last month, Twitter announced its acquisition of Breaker, a social podcasting app, and quickly transitioned […].

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5 Marketing Ethics to Follow on Social Media

Kissmetrics

How important are marketing ethics when it comes to your purchase decisions? If you are like most consumers, ethics matters a lot. Consumers are attracted to brands that promote sustainability, environmental causes, and social responsibility. Not surprisingly, we’re drawn to brands that bring some good into the world. Promoting good causes and following marketing ethics can help your brand attract much-needed attention and drive ROI for paid ads.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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GRC And IAM — Better Together

Forrester eCommerce

Governance, risk, and compliance (GRC) and identity and access management (IAM) are two separate disciplines with different reporting structures and distinct goals. And yet, like many of our favorite things (milk and cookies, peanut butter and chocolate, or Netflix and our sofa), when they work together, the benefits are greater than the sum of their […].

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Badger Technology Launches UV Robots to Autonomously Disinfect Stores

Retail TouchPoints

Badger Technologies has introduced the Badger UV Disinfect robot, an autonomous ultraviolet (UV) disinfecting robot designed to combat COVID-19 and high-risk pathogens commonly found in grocery, foodservice and retail environments. The robot is equipped with UV-C technology developed by UltraViolet Devices , a provider of air and surface disinfection solutions.

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Ecommerce Forecast to Top 50% of all China Retail Sales in 2021

Retail TouchPoints

New research from eMarketer predicts that 52.1% of retail sales in China will come from ecommerce in 2021. If the forecast bears out, this will be a major milestone for online commerce, marking the first time that digital sales will account for a majority of all retail sales in any country worldwide. It will also represent a big jump compared to 2020, when ecommerce accounted for 44.8% of the country’s total.

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How To Check Product Market Demand For Your eCommerce Business

MakeWebBetter

Are you thinking of beginning to sell a new product for your eCommerce business, but you don’t know if the product will sell or not? Before you get overwhelmed with the vast options and strategies, product market demand is the part you should be looking out for first. This one step will save your time, […]. The post How To Check Product Market Demand For Your eCommerce Business appeared first on MakeWebBetter.

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Bed Bath & Beyond Kicks Off $250 Million Tech Upgrade

Retail TouchPoints

As the first step in a planned three-year, $250 million technology upgrade, Bed Bath & Beyond will deploy Oracle Cloud as its Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) solution, providing the retailer with real-time financial, supply chain and merchandising solutions. Bed Bath & Beyond outlined its three-year growth plan in October 2020. The technology refresh is being accompanied by a $250 million investment in the 450 of its stores that generate 60% of the company’s revenue.

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Rubicon expands portfolio with energy drink range

TalkingRetail

Barr Soft Drinks is expanding into the energy drink category with Rubicon Raw, in a move designed to “meet the needs of today’s developing energy consumers”. The Rubicon Raw range consists of three flavours – Raspberry & Blueberry, Orange & Mango, and Cherry & Pomegranate – and will roll-out into depots from 22 February. The.

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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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Backcountry Dives Deeper into Consumer Insights via Experience Management Platform

Retail TouchPoints

As ecommerce sales continue to surge for recreation products, outdoor gear and clothing retailer Backcountry is elevating its digital game by mining customer data to deliver a better experience and offering. The online retailer has expanded its partnership with First Insight , using the solution provider’s consumer-driven Experience Management (XM) platform to make faster, better merchandising decisions, with the goal of driving sales and margin gains for products.

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Retailer opens two new Costcutter stores in Kent

TalkingRetail

Convenience retailer Peter Patel has opened two more Costcutter stores in Kent. Patel, who now has five stores under the Costcutter fascia, opened a 1,600sq ft store in Southborough, Tunbridge Wells, which achieved 200% of its sales target in the first week. The store, which had been closed for 12 months, features a 100% free-from.

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Experience Insiders: 1-800-Flowers is Building a Digital Community

Retail TouchPoints

Like many businesses, 1-800-FLOWERS, Inc., has had to rethink its role in customers’ lives, especially during holidays and landmark moments. Tapping into its history as a family-run business, the evolved mission was clear: to allow people to connect with each other and show love…anywhere and at any time. . During the premiere of our new series, Experience Insiders, 1-800-FLOWERS, Inc.

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E-commerce warehouse productivity could improve up to 20% with greater automation: Prologis

RetailDive

Researchers estimate that the adoption of automation could reduce the demand for industrial real estate as existing facilities become more productive.

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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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MetroClick/faytech Enhances In-Store Engagement with Interactive Smart Coolers

Retail TouchPoints

MetroClick / faytech , an engagement solution provider, has launched Interactive Smart Coolers that can help retailers and their brand partners reach out to shoppers with dynamic communication, as well optimizing the product assortment inside. The coolers utilize custom messaging and touchscreen technology to communicate with customers through screens, speakers and personal devices on an opt-in basis.

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S&P posts stable outlook on Bed Bath & Beyond

RetailDive

The revision reflects expectations that the retailer will continue to execute on its turnaround plan and drive stable operating performance in the year ahead.

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Poshmark Expands into Pets Category

Retail TouchPoints

Peer-to-peer resale marketplace Poshmark has launched a new pets category as part of its long-term strategy to grow its business through category expansion. . The launch comes a little less than a month after the company made its market debut with an initial valuation of $3 billion , bolstered by expected growth in the resale sector. . Poshmark customers can now shop for and sell new and secondhand pet accessories, supplies, toys and more for dogs, cats, fish, reptiles and other pets, as well as

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WSJ: Best Buy cuts jobs, hours for some store workers as it pivots to digital

RetailDive

The electronics retailer has been making changes to its operating model in stores as its channel mix adjusts to more online purchases.

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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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Aldi Continues Coast-to-Coast Expansion with 100 New Stores, 500 More Curbside Pickup Locations

Retail TouchPoints

Aldi broke ground on its new regional headquarters and distribution center in Loxley, Ala. on Feb. 10, marking a wave of expansion in the U.S. that will include 100 new stores, curbside delivery at 500 additional locations and a continued partnership with Instacart for delivery across most of its fleet. With the distribution center in place, Aldi plans to open as many as 35 new Gulf Coast-area stores by the end of 2022, with the first two stores in Tallahassee, Fla. slated to open later this yea

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How to create a seller account on eBay

Ecommerce Guru

You’ll need an eBay account when you start to sell. You’ll have to register if you don’t already have one. You can choose from a private account or business. A seller account on the eBay marketplace is the right choice if you decide to sell regularly, including selling a product you no longer want or need. If you’d like to sell massive volumes or have items you’ve made or purchased to resell, choose a business […].

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What Keeps You Up at Night? 5 CPG Experts Weigh In

RepslyBlog

2021 is shaping up to be filled with opportunities and obstacles for CPG businesses and their field teams. COVID-19 cases continue to rise, vaccination campaigns are slower than anticipated, and continued economic uncertainty looms large; but most brands are optimistic they can get back on track in the year ahead. What are the opportunities awaiting in the year ahead ?

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Poshmark enters into the pet category

RetailDive

The secondhand marketplace is getting into the popular pet segment just a few weeks after its IPO.

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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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Nisa partners introduce Pancake Day deals

TalkingRetail

Nisa partners are introducing a raft of offers on a range of Pancake Day essentials ahead of the event on 16 February. Retailers will be able to cater for consumers planning on cooking from scratch with competitive prices on basic pancake ingredients, including Be-Ro flour 1.1kg bags for £1, Tate and Lyle granulated sugar 500g.

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Perfect Corp. releases AR eyewear try-on tool

RetailDive

The beauty tech company continues to create testing technology and recently raised capital.

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One Stop adds new forecasting software

TalkingRetail

One Stop has extended its partnership with retail software firm Relex Solutions to add new forecasting capabilities throughout its business. Relex, who has partnered with One Stop since 2010, claims that using its machine learning technology across both supply chain and space management will help the symbol group improve its ability to adapt quickly to.

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Amazon rolls out palm readers for contactless purchases in stores

RetailWire

Amazon One is the retailing and technology giant’s new contactless identity service that allows customers to identify themselves by placing their palms over a scanner. Amazon has been testing the tech at some of its stores. “We’ve heard great feedback from customers who say how easy it is to enroll and how much they like having Amazon One as a contactless option that makes their shopping trips even faster and more convenient,” said Dilip Kumar, vice president, physical retail & t

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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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Walkers family brands supported by in-store campaign

TalkingRetail

Walkers is running a 2020-Yum campaign for its family snacks portfolio, in a move designed to “drive additional savoury snack sales for retailers at the start of 2021”. The campaign is running until 28 February and is supporting Walkers’ Sunbites, Snack-a-Jacks, Oven Baked, Wotsits, French Fries, and Squares brands with a range of in-store display.

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Companies push back plans to reopen offices to workers

RetailWire

The work from home phenomena, a logical response to the spread of the novel coronavirus, appears as though it will continue at least into the fall as companies adopt a wait-and-see approach. Qurate Retail, the parent company of QVC and HSN, has moved its planned May reopening to September or later.

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Spar Scotland unveils plans to grow business

TalkingRetail

Spar Scotland has outlined its future plans for growth. The business told more than 250 suppliers that it is building a programme that will look to achieve better engagement with existing and new customers; improve brand awareness, launch new model stores and invest in-store formats, range development, and developing its home delivery service with Snappy.

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Best Buy cutting jobs as consumer shopping behavior changes

RetailWire

Best Buy is cutting an undisclosed number of jobs at some of its stores. Keegan Shoutz, a spokesperson for the consumer electronics chain, didn’t offer specifics on the retailer’s plan but said, “Our workforce will need to evolve to meet the evolving needs of customers while providing more flexible opportunities for our people.

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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.