Wed.Apr 27, 2022

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Store Management Costs in the Era of Ecommerce

Retail TouchPoints

Food retail demand has become fractured across multiple channels, with traditional brick-and-mortar formats losing out to the online medium. In 2019, online grocery accounted for 6.3% of total US grocery sales. Then in 2021, grocery ecommerce sales reached 9.5% and are predicted to increase to 11.1% and then 20.5% in 2022 and 2026 respectively. The sign is clear — ecommerce is here to stay.

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Recent Changes In The Media Measurement Landscape Raise Advertiser Expectations

Forrester eCommerce

There’s a NASCAR-style race happening in the world of media measurement: Which media measurement platform will be the first to secure the most partners, the most investments, and the most capabilities in time for the NewFronts and Upfronts? The NewFronts and Upfronts are annual events where television networks and tech giants dramatically unveil their new […].

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Allbirds to Track Carbon Dioxide Emissions Via PLM Upgrade

Retail TouchPoints

B Corp Certified footwear and apparel brand Allbirds is fortifying its green business credentials with the help of a new PLM solution from Centric Software , which will assign a CO 2 e value to every raw material used by the company. CO 2 e is defined by the EPA as “the number of metric tons of CO 2 emissions with the same global warming potential as one metric ton of another greenhouse gas.”.

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Starting Up The Low-Code Market

Forrester eCommerce

Before I came to Forrester, I helped create more than 50 no-code minimum viable products. These were built for — or with — entrepreneurs looking to launch digital businesses. This experience gave me firsthand insight into the ways that low-code platforms can solve startup problems, the hurdles that face founders who want to adopt a […].

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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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How Floyd is Bringing its Sustainability Mission ‘Full Cycle’ with Recommerce

Retail TouchPoints

Take an increasingly eco-conscious consumer set, combine it with decades-high inflation and supply chain snarls tying up new inventory and you have the perfect recipe for the rise of resale. Sounds simple, but while brands in categories like apparel and luxury goods are eagerly getting in on the resale action, it’s actually a hard recipe to get right — especially if you want to make money.

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Spotify Rebounds From #DeleteSpotify

Forrester eCommerce

The Joe Rogan controversy that rocked Spotify this February now feels like a hiccup on the company’s ascension to top global streaming audio platform. As of January 2022, Spotify commanded the largest global market share of streaming audio services at 31%, which is close to double that of Apple Music (15%). All signs point to […].

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402: How To Stop The Counterfeiters And CopyCats In Their Tracks With Steven Weigler

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today I have Steven Weigler on the show. Steven is the founder of Emerge Counsel, which is a law firm that specializes in intellectual property protection. If you sell on Amazon, you know that counterfeits and knock-offs are still a very serious problem on the platform. In this episode, Steve and I talk about low-cost ways to protect your IP from evil Amazon sellers.

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Harris Poll: 82% of Consumers Want a Brand’s Values to Align with Their Own

Retail TouchPoints

While price continues to be a major factor in purchase considerations, shoppers are increasingly paying close attention to the values of the brands they shop, according to new Harris Poll research commissioned by Google Cloud. The study found that a staggering 82% of shoppers want a brand’s values to align with their own. What’s more, consumers are clearly willing to act on this sentiment with three-quarters of shoppers surveyed saying they had parted ways with a brand over a conflict in values.

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Editor X vs Webflow (Apr 2022): The Ultimate Comparison

Ecommerce Platforms

Editor X and Webflow cater to a unique segment of the web development market: real web developers. It sounds strange to say that, but it's true; the likes of Wix , Squarespace , and Weebly have dominated advertising space in their attempts to convince any business owner that they too can build a website, with no prior development training. But what about more advanced platforms?

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Burrow to Open 10 New Stores in Next Two Years

Retail TouchPoints

Furniture and lifestyle brand Burrow has begun to expand its retail presence with its first Boston location. Over the next two years, Burrow will open nine additional showrooms in major U.S. metropolitan areas, with locations to be announced at a later date. Burrow House Boston opened April 26 by appointment only. The showroom will open to the public in May, offering its signature immersive furniture buying experience based on high touch point engagement.

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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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March 2022 SEO News Recap

ROI Revolution

Authors: Robyn Riley, Carolyn Wilborn, Kelsey Burnham, Nicole Moore. In our March 2022 SEO News Recap, dive into the latest news and updates from ROI’s SEO experts on search engine optimization, including insights into the switch to GA4, tips for content SEO, Google Search Console URL inspection tool errors, and more. Google Analytics Is Dead; Long Live Google Analytics!

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Old Navy, new problem

RetailDive

Once Gap Inc.'s powerhouse, the value brand has faced supply setbacks and a merchandising muddle. Now, it is suddenly in need of a leader.

Supplies 108
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Green means business: Dayrize is crowned as the winner of Retail Technology Show’s Innovation Awards

365 Retail

Sustainability-driven solution, Dayrize , has been crowned the winner of the 2022 Innovation Awards from Retail Technology Show , the flagship event for retail that brings together Europe’s most forward-thinking retailers and leading tech innovators. Selected from the 200+ retail technology providers exhibiting at the event, which takes place on 26 & 27 April 2022 at London Olympia, the Innovation Awards celebrate and recognise the most future-forward technologies with the power to transform

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UPS encounters unexpected drop in parcel volumes as e-commerce growth slows

RetailDive

Despite the drop, UPS' per-package revenue increased as it follows its strategy of prioritizing more profitable deliveries over pure volume growth.

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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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How to Run a Successful Digital Branding Campaign

Digital Doughnut

Although digital branding efforts are a successful method for increasing traffic and brand awareness, starting a digital branding strategy may appear to be a challenging process. Fortunately, there are dozens of platforms to pick from and hundreds of methods to apply. And, our final outcome is less stress and increased chances for success, isn’t it?

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Mattel reportedly has talked with potential private equity buyers

RetailDive

According to The Wall Street Journal, the toy giant has had early-stage discussions with Apollo Global Management and L Catterton.

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Welcome to the Mall – Are you IN the Game?

Canadian Special Events

If you can appreciate that V/R, A/R & the MetaVerse technologies represent an evolution of our current digital interactions, then it’s easier to understand the opportunity and hopefully a little less scary. Today we use a computer, phone, or tablet to work, shop, date, learn, chat with friends, market our brands and connect with folks we’d otherwise never have a chance to meet.

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Inside the Store: Amazon Go's new suburban format

RetailDive

The Mill Creek, Washington, store features an expanded selection of grocery products, a customer service desk and a made-to-order meal counter.

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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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A Pearle in The City

Canadian Special Events

A Pearl in the City. Introducing the Pearle Hotel and Spa, Burlington’s Most Spectacular New Venue. The Pearle Hotel and Spa, situated on the water in Burlington, Ontario, is a spectacular property from a brand known for stunning. The Pearle Hotel & Spa is inspired by the Ciancone family matriarch, Grandmother Pearle, whose work ethic and spirit of hospitality remain deeply admired by her family today.

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In challenge to Costco, Walmart+ boosts fuel discounts at thousands more gas stations

RetailDive

The retail giant's discount membership has enlisted 12,000 Exxon and Mobil locations to participate in one of its most enticing perks.

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Quest Audio Visual’s Staging Spectacular

Canadian Special Events

When developing the stage and set for the National Sales Conference, Quest Audio Visual had a lot to consider. The size and scope of the venue, the impact the client was looking for, and the direction to make it creative and unique from previous conferences. The result of months of planning meetings with their team, contractors, and the client was a spectacular construct with intricate design and the creative wow everyone was looking for.

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Rebag introduces auctions for used luxury items

RetailDive

Rewards members will have access to the luxury resale platform's weekly auctions before other customers.

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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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Walmart offers deeper gas discounts as Walmart+ perk

RetailWire

Walmart has doubled its gas discount for Walmart+ members to 10 cents a gallon and expanded the number of gas stations where discounts are available to 14,000. The retailer sees the perk as a draw for its annual subscription program, which costs $98.

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Top 5 Reward Ideas for Sports Fanatics

365 Retail

Although the Christmas Season has passed, it’s still important to choose the best rewards to give to loyal customers this year. Whether it’s celebrating their birthday or an important milestone, a lot of thought should go towards finding a great gift idea for sports-crazy customers. If you have a customer who is a sports fan, then it shouldn’t take long to figure out what they really want to receive.

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5 Reliable Software to Create Your Website with Zero-Coding

Digital Doughnut

Building a sophisticated, feature rich website can be an expensive and tedious affair. While there are many software programs to help you create a website without coding, it can be tricky to pick the reliable option. So, in this post we have compiled a list of highly efficient web designing packages that enable you to create a professional website without coding.

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Top 13 Credit Card Processor Companies for New Businesses

eCommerce CEO

For any business, credit card processors are a critical component. In the ecommerce realm, it becomes even more crucial since you are not accepting payments. Read more.

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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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National recall issued for 120,000 pounds of ground beef

RetailWire

More than 40 ground beef products produced between Feb. 1 and Apr. 8 by Lakeside Refrigerated Services were recalled earlier this week due possible E. coli contamination. The strain of E. coli in the meat (STEC O103) typically causes people to become intestinalley ill between two to eight days.

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WordPress vs Wix: Which Platform Measures Up in 2022?

eCommerce CEO

When you decide you want to start a new website or blog, it’s easy to get overwhelmed. There are a lot of options out there. Read more.

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Private equity firms eye Mattel

RetailWire

Mattel has held preliminary discussions with private equity firms including Apollo Global Management and L Catterton about a potential sale. The toy maker has come through some difficult years to right its business and put itself back into “growth mode,” according to CEO Ynon Kreiz.

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LEGO Group Plans to Triple its Digital Team as it Looks Beyond the Brick

Retail TouchPoints

The LEGO Group has opened a new office in Copenhagen for up to 400 employees who will be focused on developing the toy brand’s long-term digital ambitions. The new Copenhagen office joins three other digitally focused LEGO workspaces in Billund, Denmark, London and Shanghai, all of which will serve a global digital team that will nearly triple to more than 1,800 over a three-year period.

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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