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The History, Present, & Future of AI (Artificial Intelligence) and eCommerce

Groove

Embracing Automation in the eCommerce Era Fast forward to the present day, where eCommerce has become a prominent force in global trade and business. Today, businesses have access to advanced AI tools and technologies that empower them to streamline operations, personalize customer experiences, and drive growth.

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Why Scaling Delivery Operations Goes Beyond Adding Drivers

Retail TouchPoints

This surging demand has exposed fulfilment inefficiencies and sent retailers scrambling to power their delivery operations. The heaviest investment will take place in order fulfillment, such as last-mile delivery. In such cases, the addition of drivers and fleets may even exacerbate fulfillment issues.

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Last Mile Delivery: Untangle Complexity to Delight Global Shoppers

ESW

Last mile delivery, the final stage of the logistics process from a distribution centre to the end customer, presents significant challenges for retailers. This crucial phase plays a pivotal role in shaping customer satisfaction, operational costs and overall business profitability.

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The rise of pop-up distribution operations

PFS

Due to affordable short-term leases and advances in technology, the concept of pop-up facilities in retail is now presenting brands with an agile alternative to traditional commerce operations. With service level expectations getting harder to meet – a flexible approach to order fulfilment is essential. 1] [link].

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Sustainable Practices in Retail: Efficient Storage Options for Growing e-commerce

365 Retail

Sustainable storagxe options for e-commerce are not just about reducing waste; they’re about optimising resources and enhancing operational efficiency. Join us as we unveil the keys to a more sustainable and prosperous future for your retail operations.

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Despite COVID, Spanish Retailer Rolls Out RFID Across 125 Stores in One Month

Retail TouchPoints

The retailer was founded in 1986 by Raúl Méndez on Spain’s Gran Canary Island, and now has 145 points of sale throughout Spain, including 125 stores, and operates under the women’s fast-fashion brands Encuentro Moda and Öbu. The handheld readers also are employed for online order fulfillment.

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Salesforce’s Top 5 Predictions for Holiday 2022

Retail TouchPoints

With rising gas prices, food shortages, skyrocketing interest rates and ever-present inflation, consumers are worried and that means retailers are worried, too. This holiday season, with stores fully operational once again, we’ll see consumers gravitate to physical locations in even greater numbers.