lateshipment
MAY 24, 2024
Not all e-commerce orders are successful with the delivery being made. Some products have issues that are revealed only when the package is opened, some customers often end up becoming unhappy with the product or delivery, etc. Mind you, these are not isolated incidents, 30% of all e-commerce orders are returned by consumers (2x -3x more than brick-and-mortar rates).
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 22, 2024
Just a few weeks after making real-world products available for sale within Roblox, Walmart has debuted Walmart Realm. This immersive experience features three distinct shopping environments designed around social trends and influencers: the underwater world of So Jelly, vintage Americana at Y’allternative and chic beauty and fashion at Go Chromatic.
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Forrester eCommerce
MAY 22, 2024
Yesterday the AI startup Anthropic published a paper detailing the successful interpretation of the inner workings of a large language model (LLM). LLMs are notoriously opaque – their size, complexity, and numeric representation of human language have hitherto defied explanation – so it’s impossible to understand why inputs lead to outputs.
Salsify
MAY 21, 2024
As more and more consumers head online, it’s increasingly important for brands to foster relationships with shoppers instead of relegating themselves to faceless entities — if they want to win sales, that is.
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October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.
Steve Dennis
MAY 20, 2024
As we entered this century it became ever more clear that we were moving from a world of relative scarcity to one of vast abundance. As everything that can be connected is connected, as once meaningful friction erodes, and when just about anything we might want is available 24/7 from just about anywhere, we are no longer competing with the best in town, we are in competition with the universe.
My Wife Quit Her Job
MAY 22, 2024
In this episode, Toni and I answer one of our most commonly asked questions. How do you know when to hire and where can you find help for both of your e-commerce and content-based businesses? Enjoy the show! What You’ll Learn When is the right time to hire help Where can you find the right people to hire What are the best jobs to hire out Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 8 years.
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Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Augmented reality (AR) has evolved from a novelty into a critical investment for retailers that want to capture audience attention and dollars. Businesses that offer AR-driven experiences are 41% more likely to capture consumer attention than those that do not, according to Deloitte, and 66% of consumers are interested in using this tech while shopping.
Fastr
MAY 24, 2024
On June 11th, the most innovative ecommerce brands will congregate in New York City at the CommerceNext Growth Show for three days of diverse speaker presentations, breakout sessions, and panel discussions. In addition to the scheduled content sure to expand your business mind, the event also provides the opportunity to connect with industry peers that will expand your network and solution providers that will expand your ability to take your brand to the next level.
RetailWire
MAY 21, 2024
BMW, Jaguar Land Rover (JLR), and Volkswagen (VW) have been found to have utilized components from a banned Chinese firm, implicating potential ties to forced labor practices.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 20, 2024
RSAC gives security startups two structured opportunities to distinguish themselves, and Forrester always finds it revealing to see which startups make the cut.
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Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 22, 2024
In an era when ecommerce is reshaping retail, platforms like Shopify have emerged as indispensable allies for businesses large and small. Shopify, originally a beacon for small and medium-sized enterprises, is now expanding its reach to larger corporations. However, this expansion brings to light a critical issue for CFOs and finance teams: the intricate and often underestimated task of recognizing and booking revenue in the ecommerce domain.
RetailDive
MAY 23, 2024
The company said it could expand its global fleet by 1,300 or more additional stores in coming years, spurred in part by department store closures.
FastSpring
MAY 20, 2024
Moving some, all, or simply more of your software offerings from a one-time perpetual license model to a software as a service (SaaS) subscription model can be daunting, but it’s so powerful for building dependable, recurring revenue. If your company is considering making a SaaS transition, Brad Sams of Stardock knows what you’re going through. As the VP and General Manager of the Stardock Software division, Brad led his team through this process and has learned some valuable lessons about doin
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 20, 2024
No regulation was designed to ruin the customer experience, yet poor experiences in regulated industries abound. At CX Summit North America, we'll explore how leading organizations are navigating these challenges.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 20, 2024
Simon has unveiled plans for the next wave of redevelopment for its Fashion Valley shopping center in San Diego, which will include the addition of 850 multi-family luxury residences by AMLI Residential. Development of the residential component will begin immediately following JCPenney ‘s planned closure at the end of 2025 and is expected to be completed in late 2026.
RetailDive
MAY 22, 2024
The retailer is losing ground in grocery and household items as customers shop for less elsewhere, according to analysts.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 23, 2024
We queried 30 founders, owners, marketers, and SEO specialists. Here's what they're reading. The post Favorite Books of Ecommerce Pros Q2 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 20, 2024
Capital One’s plan to acquire Discover will change the shape of the financial services landscape (though not the fundamental forces that drive growth and success – but more on that later).
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Today’s e-commerce landscape is vast and it’s moving fast and is fiercely competitive. To thrive you need to offer the right products to the right customers on the best channels. Learn how to successfully harness the power of omnichannel selling to reach more online buyers, diversify and grow revenue, and reduce cost – while delivering a seamless "shop to ship" customer experience across all channels.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 20, 2024
Retail TouchPoints is announcing winners of the fifth annual Brand Experience Awards , a program designed to spotlight the brands and retailers that are reimagining and elevating customer experiences across all channels. This year, we’ve identified 24 organizations that have successfully differentiated through their loyalty programs, marketing strategies, in-store experiences and even their approach to last mile and fulfillment.
RetailDive
MAY 21, 2024
The lifestyle brand opened its 14th store minutes away from one of Florida’s top tourism destinations.
365 Retail
MAY 23, 2024
The retail sector has undergone significant transformations in recent years, driven by factors such as the rapid acceleration of e-commerce, a heightened demand for sustainable products, and the implications of Brexit. The recently published “ Retail Resilience ” report investigates these changes, offering a detailed analysis of in-store retail operations and consumer expectations.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 22, 2024
Ask a room full of CISOs about cyber risk ratings (CRR) platforms and you’ll find no shortage of opinion — hot or cold, but never indifferent. Like a judges panel in a Top Chef culinary competition, customers critique missing or poorly planned components of the “dish.
I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 22, 2024
To increase ecommerce revenue, brands and retailers need to engage online shoppers and convert them into buyers. But when consumers cannot quickly find the products they’re looking for or easily get answers to their questions, they are more likely to abandon the ecommerce site altogether. With iAdvize Copilot , iAdvize’s generative AI-powered chatbot, more than 100 online retailers and direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands are empowering customers to discover, choose and buy more — resulting in a 10X
RetailDive
MAY 20, 2024
The initiative follows several recent moves by the retailer to appeal to value and price-sensitive consumers.
RetailWire
MAY 22, 2024
Citigroup nearly invested $189 billion in the European market.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 22, 2024
Paris will be the center of innovation and technology this week. The 2024 edition of VivaTech in Paris is set to be a great success with more than 150,000 in-person visitors. It has become the largest technology and innovation event in Europe with CEOs, C-leaders, VCs, and startups attending from all over the world.
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Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 23, 2024
Ebay , the OG of online resale, has released its fourth annual Recommerce Report highlighting what many of us already know anecdotally — that the sale of secondhand goods is growing across categories and channels, especially as economic conditions continue to push consumers to seek out value pricing. In fact, saving money was the number one reason consumers indicated for purchasing “pre-loved” goods, with 62% ranking it as their top driver, followed by: Sustainability /environmental benefits ( 2
RetailDive
MAY 24, 2024
The acquisition of the Texas stores appear to support Ollie's plans to expand its brick and mortar footprint.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 20, 2024
The rise of AI-powered fraud attacks requires AI-powered tools, per researchers at LexisNexis and Verizon Business. The post Combat AI-powered Fraud with AI, Experts Say appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 21, 2024
I recently published new research – Establish An Enterprise And Security Architecture Partnership To Improve Collaboration – which covers the importance of fostering partnership between Enterprise Architecture (EA) and Security Architecture (SA). Initially, I set out to uncover what friction existed between the two functions.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
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