Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 1, 2024

Imagine stepping into a store where no one speaks your language. You’d likely feel frustration, confusion and, ultimately, disappointment. This same barrier can exist for online shoppers navigating ecommerce sites in languages they don’t understand. Recent estimates forecast that nearly a quarter of global retail sales will come from online channels by 2027, so the ability to serve a multilingual customer base will be essential for businesses seeking global success.

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RetailDive

APRIL 1, 2024

Consumers want more product videos and they want them now. It’s time to start thinking video-first.

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 16, 2024

Toxicity lives on in some sales cultures — and where it does, it impedes growth and success. Learn what’s needed to overcome it in this B2B Summit North America session preview.

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365 Retail

APRIL 10, 2024

London’s Business Design Centre is gearing up to host the Visual Merchandising and Display Show 2024 from the 16th to 17th of April, marking a key gathering for professionals in the realms of retail display and visual merchandising. The event promises an extensive lineup of exhibitors, state-of-the-art features, and a comprehensive schedule of conferences and workshops, all curated to inspire and educate participants.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

Navigating the complexities of e-commerce requires more than just the right technology - It demands a holistic strategy that aligns platform capabilities with customer- centric design and marketing. This webinar will provide a roadmap for building a robust e-commerce strategy, guiding you through key decisions from platform selection to creating user experiences that convert, and leverage digital marketing to reach and retail customers.

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Practical eCommerce

APRIL 21, 2024

Our all-new 2024 update includes modern content marketing, SEO, email, podcasts, social media, and more. The post Web Marketing Checklist: 42 Tactics for Traffic and Sales appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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TalkingRetail

APRIL 15, 2024

Midcounties Co-operative has announced it will further food waste reduction efforts across its Your Co-op operations, extending its partnership with Retail Insight, provider of store operations execution software.

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Groove

APRIL 19, 2024

Are you considering a switch from Shopify to BigCommerce for your eCommerce store? You're not alone. Many businesses outgrow Shopify's limitations and find BigCommerce offers a more scalable and feature-rich platform. This comprehensive guide will answer any questions, including why you should consider migrating and a step-by-step process. The team at Groove will walk you through the process of migrating from Shopify to BigCommerce, explore the benefits of making the switch, and explain why part

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 11, 2024

The bright light of AIQ shines in this office. Image source. Low AIQ Undermines Your AI Ambitions If you’re like most leaders we speak with, you’re still figuring out generative AI and other AI solutions for employees. You’re also underestimating the amount of training and upskilling your employees need to productively use these tools.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 18, 2024

Hill Beverage products on display at Total Wine Beginning on the unofficial cannabis holiday of 4/20, Total Wine & More will make CBD and THC-infused beverages from Hill Beverage Co. available for delivery across the country in as little as 15 minutes. The “Do it Fluid” beverages, made in collaboration with Snoop Dogg and Death Row Records , come in CBD-only versions as well as Delta-9 and THC blends.

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FastSpring

APRIL 17, 2024

Ready to join the leading conference for B2B SaaS founders, operators and investors from pre-seed to series C? If so, join FastSpring at SaaStock USA 2024 at Booth S5! We’d love to talk with you in person! Join us at the Palmer Events Center, in Austin, TX, from May 13th to 15th, for an extraordinary event dedicated to all things SaaS. Since 2016, SaaStock has helped more founders, investors, and operators connect, learn, and grow than any other SaaS conference globally.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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RetailDive

APRIL 17, 2024

By committing to smaller, rural communities, the discount retailer has room to grow its already substantial store footprint even more, industry experts and company leaders say.

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Practical eCommerce

APRIL 26, 2024

Chris Orzechowski, an ecommerce writer and marketer, grew frustrated with Meta. Then he switched to X. The post Copywriter Shifts to X Ads, Scales Brands appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Groove

APRIL 17, 2024

Marketing automation is a technology that has allowed companies to supercharge their marketing strategies without blowing up their budgets. Google Ads, meanwhile, has allowed companies to reach their target audiences like never before. And with the integration between Google Ads and Klaviyo, you can leverage the benefits of both. In this article, we'll cover everything you need to know about the powerful Klaviyo Google Ads integration, including the integration's key features, how to use them, a

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 1, 2024

Corporate cloud strategies that yesterday centered on the unglamorous transition of legacy apps from out of the data center, along with some new cloud-native apps, must now incorporate transformative technologies with radically different value propositions — all without breaking the IT budget.

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The opportunity for e-commerce merchants in international markets is immense. Data indicates that when international options are available at checkout, merchants see up to 20-60% higher cart conversion and a 128% higher gross merchandise value (GMV) than domestic orders. However, while the opportunities are significant, so are the risks. Without careful planning and strategic partnerships, merchants may face challenges, including high shipping costs, complex customs regulations, and unexpected p

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 17, 2024

As the digital landscape evolves, the impending demise of third-party cookies looms large, creating seismic shifts in how businesses understand user intent. Within the world of B2B and B2C commerce, where understanding consumer behavior is key, this change has spurred a quest for innovative solutions. Enter generative AI (gen AI) — a beacon of hope illuminating the path forward for retailers navigating this new terrain.

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365 Retail

APRIL 29, 2024

In its landmark 30th year, Lidl GB is unveiling ambitious plans to open hundreds of new stores across the UK, a move set to create thousands of new jobs. This announcement follows a year of significant investment aimed at strengthening its operations infrastructure. Key developments over the past year include the opening of Lidl’s largest global warehouse in Luton, an extension of its Welsh distribution centre in Bridgend, and notable advancements in the expansion of its Belvedere warehouse, whi

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RetailDive

APRIL 3, 2024

Dash Carts, which also allow shoppers to avoid checkout, will roll out instead at those locations, while the older tech is limited to Amazon Go and some smaller U.K. stores.

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RetailWire

APRIL 29, 2024

Amazon reports that its Prime deliveries are now even speedier. With over 2 billion packages reaching customers in a day or less this year, the company claims its delivery system is picking up its pace.

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In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.

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Groove

APRIL 18, 2024

What is enterprise resource planning (ERP)? Some say that it’s the secret to becoming a successful eCommerce brand. ERP systems integrate supply chain, sales, finance, procurement, manufacturing and other processes into one place. It makes it easier to manage one or more retail stores in one place. This data-driven solution brings financial, logistical, and human resource data together to save you time managing your store.

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 23, 2024

Cloud has driven enterprise IT transformation with speed and scale that was simply impossible with data centers alone. But operating models haven’t always kept up — and the mismatch means that old operating models impede the optimization of cloud IT.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 11, 2024

We are past the point of conjecture about whether AI will upend the retail industry; it already has. In a recent study sponsored by Nvidia, 69% of retailers that used AI in 2023 reported that it increased revenues, and 72% said it reduced operating costs. With these kinds of results, it is no wonder 81% of retail leaders feel an urgent need to deploy AI this year, according to a Google report.

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Practical eCommerce

APRIL 10, 2024

U.S. manfacturing activity increased in March for the first time in 16 months. The post Charts: U.S. Manufacturing Trends Q1 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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RetailDive

APRIL 18, 2024

The arts and crafts retailer has dropped prices to 2019 levels or lower, as it aims to help customers “stretch their dollar,” according to the CEO.

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RetailWire

APRIL 24, 2024

Although General Motors has had trouble selling its electric cars, a recent report indicates that the increase in sales of gas-powered vehicles helped the company generate a profit.

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Groove

APRIL 16, 2024

BigCommerce is one of the most popular platforms for creating and managing eCommerce stores. However, it's far from being the only eCommerce solution on the block. To help you choose a platform that will set your business up for success, we've compiled a list of BigCommerce competitors that includes the key features, benefits, and drawbacks you need to know about each one. 1.

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Forrester eCommerce

APRIL 16, 2024

OpenAI’s ChatGPT set the record for fastest-growing consumer application, and there are now available scores of other models similar to GPT3.5 (both proprietary and open-source), but don’t be fooled: The market for foundation models powering generative AI (genAI) and predictive AI is still in its infancy.

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Speaker: David Nisbet, 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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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 3, 2024

Digital signage is a great way for retailers to capture customers’ attention and keep them informed about new deals and products. However, digital signage can only achieve its desired objectives by consistently displaying relevant and up-to-date content. Customers are unlikely to engage with digital signage if the content appears generic or outdated.

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365 Retail

APRIL 30, 2024

bp has announced changes to its UK retail leadership team with the appointment of Jo Hayward as VP mobility & convenience retail and Natalie Cattermole as senior dealer manager. These changes come at a pivotal time for bp as it looks to grow its UK retail business, meeting customers’ evolving needs through the energy transition and transforming forecourt convenience.

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RetailDive

APRIL 30, 2024

The retailer also plans to end telehealth services, citing operational costs and reimbursement complexities that made its healthcare business unsustainable.

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RetailWire

APRIL 19, 2024

Procter & Gamble's recent quarterly results showed a mix of gains and setbacks. Despite facing challenges in attracting shoppers due to increased prices over the past two years, the company managed to exceed earnings expectations.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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