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Dapr: Service Mesh Done Right?

Forrester eCommerce

With the recent announcement that Dapr has reached its first production-ready release, we finally see a viable response to Istio and perhaps the rest of the service mesh industry from Microsoft. If you’re not familiar, Dapr is a coding framework intended to solve the challenges of modern distributed applications. You may be asking, “But isn’t […].

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The Easiest Way to Find New Link Opportunities

Kissmetrics

The hardest part about SEO is link building. Everyone says if you just email people begging for links, you’ll get them. And although that’s somewhat true, it doesn’t make it easier. Because what you’ll find is that if you send 100 emails you may get 2 or 3 links. So, I decided to change things up and make things easier for you by releasing a few new features in Ubersuggest to help you get more links.

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The $1.9 Trillion “American Rescue Package” Seals The Deal For 6% US Tech Market Growth In 2021

Forrester eCommerce

President Biden on March 11 signed the $1.85 trillion coronavirus relief act, officially called the American Rescue Package. This fiscal boost, coming on top of the $900 billion relief bill adopted in January 2021, the prospect of most American adults getting vaccinated by June, and the $1.6 billion increase in personal savings in 2020, sets […].

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Headless In Practice

BigCommerce

Headless architecture has become widely known as an emerging technology strategy that many merchants are considering.

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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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Brand Go-To-Market Series: The CPG Category Is Taking Big Steps Toward E-Commerce DTC Sales

Forrester eCommerce

The pandemic has been a pivotal moment for the consumer packaged goods (CPG) category. Before the pandemic, most CPG brands lacked direct-to-consumer (DTC) buy-ability on their website. However, the pandemic spurred numerous CPG brands like Beyond Meat, Bimbo, Del Monte, and PepsiCo/Frito Lay to launch DTC websites. The latest update to our Digital Go-To-Market Review series […].

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eCommerce Live Chat: Benefits For Brands & Consumers

Groove

Convenient for both businesses and consumers, eCommerce live chat addresses customer pain points instantly, allows for cross-selling and up-selling opportunities with personalized product recommendations and decreases shopping cart abandonment by answering customer inquiries promptly. Keep on reading to uncover some more benefits of leveraging live chat for your website.

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Report: Lord & Taylor to Return as Online-Only Retailer in April

Retail TouchPoints

Lord & Taylor will return from bankruptcy as a digital-first retailer in April under its new owner Saadia Group, according to multiple sources. Known as the oldest department store in the U.S., Lord & Taylor has had a rocky couple of years. It was acquired by online apparel rental startup Le Tote from then owner Hudson’s Bay Co. for $100 million in August 2019, but Le Tote itself went bankrupt just a year later in August 2020.

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Use Forrester’s Brand-New Global Map Of Privacy Rights And Regulations 2021 To Navigate The Evolving Privacy Landscape

Forrester eCommerce

Year after year, security, risk, and privacy professionals told us that keeping up with evolving privacy requirements is one of their top challenges. To help them with this task, we’ve created Forrester’s Global Map Of Privacy Rights And Regulations 2021. The new map: Tracks and explains the privacy and cybersecurity regulations of 101 countries around […].

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How to Target Millennials Through Paid Ads

Kissmetrics

Millennials are something of a mythical bunch in society. Much is said about their behaviors and preferences, yet many of the stories seem to contradict. Even narrowing down what age group millennials represent is challenging, and many people have differing views. This confusing picture makes it challenging to target millennials through paid ads, but don’t let it put you off.

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3 Reasons Why E-Retailers Need to Address Digital Accessibility Now

Retail TouchPoints

The COVID-19 pandemic triggered a surge in ecommerce growth across the U.S. retail industry, as many consumers now solely rely on online shopping. Ecommerce sales increased by almost 20% in just the first three months of 2020 according to McKinsey, escalating ecommerce trends by the equivalent of 10 years. In comparison, 14,454 brick-and-mortar store units will close this year.

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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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How Much Do Instagram Ads Cost?

Kissmetrics

Instagram is a fast-growing social media platform known for appealing visuals and high-quality photos shared by individuals and companies alike. Instagram ads are paid content that show up with organic content in newsfeeds and stories. How much do Instagram ads cost to run? The answer depends on a few factors that include, of course, the budget you have to spend.

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Building Loyalty via Meaningful Online CX: Advice from Clarks, Frederic Fekkai and Hanna Andersson

Retail TouchPoints

Every retailer knows the value of a great shopping experience, but actually delivering on this promise can be a tricky challenge — particularly online. Several retail leaders recently discussed key strategies behind loyalty-generating experiences, during the What Makes Creating Meaningful Experiences for Your Sh o ppers So Hard? webinar, hosted by CommerceNext.

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WHP Acquires Controlling Stake in Toys ‘R’ Us Parent Company

Retail TouchPoints

Toys ‘R’ Us has a new owner, WHP Global , which has acquired a controlling interest in parent company Tru Kids. WHP, which also owns the Anne Klein and Joseph Abboud fashion brands, will leverage its global network and digital platform to help grow Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us around the world. Despite the brands’ decline, Toys ‘R’ Us and Babies ‘R’ Us still generate more than $2 billion in global retail sales annually, according to WHP.

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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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The Real Cost of Late Deliveries & How to Deal with Them

lateshipment

Online shoppers are clear with their order delivery expectations. They want it free, they want it NOW, and they hate delays. How much, you ask? So much that late deliveries tend to drive customers away. Read on further to know how much late deliveries can cost your business and how you can deal with them in order to spur customers to spend more on your brand!

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WooCommerce Pricing: 7 Factors to Consider

SellBrite

WooCommerce is one of the most popular platforms for setting up an online store. According to BuiltWith, WooCommerce has 30% of the market share for websites using ecommerce technologies. Its popularity isn’t a surprise—the tool offers plenty of store customization features and is free to use. Source. Although WooCommerce is free to use, there are additional costs and fees to running a store—which you might not realize until you’ve already spent a lot of time setting up your store.

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We Ranked at Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India 2020 For The 5th Time In Row! It’s 28th This Year

MakeWebBetter

Keep the party poppers popping for a quintette victory in Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India 2020 Awards… We ranked 28th this year! And we take this opportunity to announce the new feather added to our hat of glory. Yes, we’re the rank-holders again in Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India 2020 Awards – that makes it […]. The post We Ranked at Deloitte Technology Fast 50 India 2020 For The 5th Time In Row!

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Who's the 'department store' now?

RetailDive

Big boxes, specialty stores and discounters have stolen share from department stores for years. Now some, most notably Target, are stealing their merchandising playbook too.

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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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UK vaping industry proposes regulatory changes ahead of government review

TalkingRetail

The UK Vaping Industry Association (UKVIA) has made a series of recommendations to government, aimed at maximising the public health benefits of vaping and bolstering ambitions for a ‘Smokefree 2030’. The UK’s Tobacco and Related Products Regulations are currently being reviewed, with a crucial consultation due to close on 19 March. The resulting decisions made.

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Loft to drop plus sizes

RetailDive

The brand, now owned by private equity firm Sycamore Partners, faces a backlash on social media after it said it will limit its offer.

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68% Of Frontline Healthcare Workers Are Neutral to Critical About The U.K. Government’s Handling of Coronavirus

SheerID

SheerID released the Caring for the Caregivers Report that included survey results from frontline healthcare workers in the U.K. The survey asked 400 healthcare workers to describe their feelings working on the front lines as well as how they would like brands to communicate with them and offer support during these challenging times.

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Toys R Us parent sells controlling stake to owner of Anne Klein, Joseph Abboud brands

RetailDive

WHP Global is taking over management of the famous toy retail brand with an eye on global growth, not long after Tru Kids closed its only two U.S. stores.

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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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Industry Deep Dive: 2021 Apparel Stats to Know

ROI Revolution

Ecommerce has surpassed levels not expected until 2025 due to the COVID-19 pandemic, expected to bring in over $843 billion in sales this year. With the rapid shifts that took place last year, 2021 will be about finding ways to reach wary consumers and filling your marketing toolbox with innovative strategies to stand out. How can your brand capitalize on new opportunities despite the uncertainty to exceed your goals this year?

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Chatbot startup Heyday raises $5.1M

RetailDive

Spending via chatbot is expected to reach over $140 billion by 2024 as the pandemic sped up the adoption of digital technology.

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65% of retailers cite conversion optimisation as the #1 ecommerce challenge

Retail Technology Review

Mollie, the European payment service provider, has published research unveiling the state of payments in retail today as well as the challenges and opportunities in the retail market following a turbulent year.

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Manufacturing, retail and tech bosses say AI is moving too fast

RetailDive

The pandemic rushed AI implementation, but the acceleration did not happen evenly across industries, according to a KPMG report.

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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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Nisa’s new ice-cream brochure to go live

TalkingRetail

Nisa launches its 2021 ice-cream brochure this week, which features new products, as well favourites to order. The new partner brochure introduces the latest innovation from Nisa’s suppliers – such as the Nestle KitKat stick which is an exclusive to Co-op and Nisa for the Summer period – and delivers the latest on-trend flavours and. This story continues at Nisa’s new ice-cream brochure to go live.

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Boxes: the backbone of e-commerce

RetailDive

The home delivery model presents new opportunities for brands to deliver products in sustainable, durable packages – acknowledging increased interest in healthy, sustainable living.

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Iceland confirms trial of convenience store format

TalkingRetail

Iceland is launching a trial of a new convenience supermarket format, under the Swift brand, this week. The trial store will open in the former Iceland Four Lane Ends site in Benton, Newcastle upon Tyne, on 18 March. The store will offer double the range of the former small Iceland store, with nearly 3,000 lines. This story continues at Iceland confirms trial of convenience store format.

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The Five Best Financing Options for Retail Businesses

RetailMinded

There are a variety of financing options available to you as a retail business. These loans can be used for general expenses, real estate purchases, or just to cover a gap in your cash flow. Only you know your specific needs, but this article will help familiarize you with the top five financing options for your retail business. SBA Loans. SBA loans are loans backed by the Federal Government.

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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