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Tractor Supply Launches Service to Streamline Pet Prescriptions

Retail TouchPoints

Tractor Supply has launched Tractor Supply Rx in a bid to enhance convenience for customers ordering pet and animal medications, with features including automatic delivery through the Autoship program and access to expert pharmacy advice. Tractor Supply Rx also offers a price match guarantee to ensure customers get the best value on their prescription purchases.

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Cross-Border Shipping: Key Challenges & How to Solve Them

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Shipping across borders sounds excitinguntil you realize its a logistical obstacle course filled with customs forms, unexpected fees, and packages that mysteriously disappear into the void. For e-commerce businesses, cross-border shipping is the key to global expansion, but without the right strategy, it can feel like playing a never-ending game of Where in the world is my package?

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Data in 2025: Enough Talk—Here’s Why Strategy Matters Now

Forrester eCommerce

Data in 2025: Enough TalkHeres Why Strategy Matters Now Data strategy is no longer a nice-to-have. In 2025, regulations like HIPAA, GDPR,and CCPA are tighter than ever, AI keeps making quantum leaps, and customers want hyper-personalization on demand.

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Illegal vapes and tobacco crackdown sees Chester store owner fined

TalkingRetail

Cheshire West and Chester Council has prosecuted Mr Rasul Sidiqui (42) of 49 Walter Street, Chester, for illegal tobacco, cigarette and vapes offences. The prosecution was the result of an unannounced inspection to Sakotis, 89 Brook Street, Chester, on 30 November 2023.

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar

Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.

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FatFace Launches First Isle of Man Store

365 Retail

FatFace has expanded its store network with the opening of a new location in Douglas, marking its first presence on the Isle of Man. The launch represents a key development for the retailer as it continues to build its physical footprint across the British Isles. Located on Strand Street, the newly opened store spans 1,697 square feet and offers customers access to FatFaces current seasonal collection, along with staple items from its core range.

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Why Gap Turned to Robots for an Unpopular Fulfillment Task — Unloading Boxes

Retail TouchPoints

Among the many tough jobs in a distribution center, unloading boxes from a trailer is one of the toughest. Theres a higher risk of injury than in other parts of the DC, and unloading was a job that very few people liked to do, said Kevin Kuntz, SVP of Global Logistics and Operations at Gap. Its hot in a trailer in the summertime, its cold in the wintertime and its heavy all the time.

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To DOGE Or Not To DOGE – Tesla Hits A Road Block

Forrester eCommerce

“Souffle under a sledgehammer.” Elon Musk, Tesla’s CEO, said in 2020 that if the company didn’t deliver on profits, Tesla stock would be “crushed like a souffle under a sledgehammer.” Messy dessert, anyone? The fairytale growth story of Tesla had already hit a speed bump in 2024 as revenue and profit declined.

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Beyond Best-of-Breed: Understanding Composable Commerce and Its Flexible Power

Kibo

In the ever-evolving world of ecommerce, businesses are constantly seeking the perfect recipe for online success. Traditional, all-in-one platforms once seemed like the complete package, but the limitations of these monolithic structures quickly became apparent. Headless and composable technologies unlock significant flexibility, but the benefit of choosing “best-of-breed” for each function can be offset by the complexity of managing integrations and updates across numerous independe

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Lacoste Unveils Refitted Flagship Scottish Store at Livingston Designer Outlet

365 Retail

Lacoste has relaunched its exclusive Scottish outlet at Livingston Designer Outlet, unveiling a fully refurbished store that reaffirms the brands long-term commitment to Scotland. The refitted unit officially opened its doors on Thursday 17 April, positioning itself as a key part of Lacostes ongoing investment strategy and reinforcing Livingston Designer Outlets appeal as a retail destination.

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Good for the Planet, Good for Your Wallet Wins in Digital Retail

Retail TouchPoints

In the past year, one winning pattern with the Similarweb Digital 100 fastest-growing digital businesses was sustainability. Appealing to consumer interest in environmental responsibility and waste reduction allowed multiple brands to achieve outstanding web and app growth, even in challenging sectors like fashion and apparel where the broader industry trends were negative.

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran

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You’ve Got a Retail Startup and Zero Cash—Now What? 

RetailMinded

So, youve launched a retail business with little more than a dream, a half-maxed credit card, and a lot of caffeine. You’re not alone. Most retail founders start with almost nothing. Zero cash isnt the end, its the start of a very specific kind of hustle. What matters now is how smart you get with your next move. What you do right now, when the stakes are high and the funds are low, will shape everything.

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Technology Service Provider Acquisitions: A Strategic Shift To AI And Industry Services Is Underway

Forrester eCommerce

Thanks to my colleagues Hannah Murphy and Hayden Weatherall for this research foundation.

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Futureproofing convenience the focus at Spar Inspire retailer event

TalkingRetail

Almost 600 delegates heard category success stories and case studies of redefining store offers at James Hall & Cos Spar Inspire retailer event.

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How Generative AI in Ecommerce Is Shaping Product Search | Salsify

Salsify

Search for generative AI in ecommerce, and the volume of articles, research, and predictions makes it clear: Brands cant afford to ignore the impact of generative artificial intelligence (GenAI).

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker

Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.

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Walgreens to Pay up to $350 Million to Settle DOJ Opioid Lawsuit

Retail TouchPoints

Walgreens will pay $300 million to settle a U.S. Department of Justice civil suit, filed in January 2025 , that had accused the retailer of dispensing millions of unlawful prescriptions for opioids. The pharmacy retailer will have to pay an additional $50 million if the company is sold, merged or transferred prior to the 2032 fiscal year, according to a statement by the DOJ, which had filed a similar suit in December 2024 against Walgreens competitor CVS.

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Canadapost Shipping Audit: Key Components and How to Conduct

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Learn how a Canada Post shipping audit helps your business recover refunds, spot billing errors, and improve delivery performance. Discover audit tools, step-by-step processes, and how to automate audits with LateShipment.com.

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The Verdict Is In, It’s Buying Groups For The Win

Forrester eCommerce

MQLs are a barrier to your organizations progress. Discover how you can begin your shift to buying groups with just three steps.

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Saks Global to close fulfillment center, cut 450 jobs

RetailDive

The luxury department store joins Kohl’s in being particularly vulnerable to tariffs’ impact on consumer spending, according to Moody’s Ratings analysts.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.

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Target CEO Meets With Rev. Al Sharpton Amid Mounting Pressure After DEI Pullback

RetailWire

Target is scrambling to stop the proverbial bleeding.

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Harsh Returns Policies Push Retailers to Plan for New Types of Returns Fraud

Retail TouchPoints

Retailers understandably want to create strict returns policies to reduce instances of fraudulent or abusive claims. At the same time, a rigid strategy like no receipt, no returns can sour loyal customers as well as drive fraudsters toward new criminal tactics, forcing loss prevention teams to continually change strategies. Case in point, retailers with a no receipt, no returns policy might begin to see more attempts at fraudsters using counterfeit receipts, causing loss prevention practitioners

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How to Use Purolator Shipping Insurance: Coverage, Claims & Benefits

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Explore Purolator shipping insurance options, learn how to buy coverage, and understand the claims process to better protect your shipments from risk.

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For Earth Day 2025 Focus On The Threefer Of Sustainability Efforts: Meet Sustainability Goals, Achieve Better Financial Results, And Reach Business Strategy Goals

Forrester eCommerce

This past year I was describing what a “twofer” was to my colleague Jinan Budge in Australia. I casually dropped this term for getting two things for the price of one during a conversation.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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The Vitamin Shoppe to be sold to private equity for nearly $195M

RetailDive

Kingswood Capital Management and Performance Investment Partners have agreed to acquire the vitamin and supplements retailer from Franchise Group.

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Charts: U.S. Digital Media Trends 2025

Practical eCommerce

Deloitte's 19th annual survey of U.S. consumers focuses on the rise of social platforms in media and entertainment. The post Charts: U.S. Digital Media Trends 2025 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Shein, Temu Pull Back on Ad Spend, Plan to Raise U.S. Prices Amid China Trade War

Retail TouchPoints

Chinese-based discount retailers Shein and Temu are being forced to take drastic measures as they are doubly impacted by President Trumps ongoing tariff tit-for-tat with China. Not only will the goods they sell potentially be subject to as much as a 145% tariff unless an alternate deal is reached between the two countries, but the de minimis loophole that had exempted most of their shipments from tariffs altogether has been removed.

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Southwest Airlines Is Firing Nearly 1,800 Employees Beginning April 22

RetailWire

Southwest Airlines is cutting back its employees.

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From Rigid To Resilient: Why Enterprises Need Modular Commerce Now

Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.

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The Digital Frontier: Acing B2B E-Commerce

Forrester eCommerce

Pausing is not an option, particularly for the dynamic world of B2B e-commerce. With the industry on the brink of significant shifts, businesses must adapt, evolve, and leap ahead.

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Michaels ups balloons, party supplies as Party City, Joann disappear

RetailDive

With the pandemic-era crafting boom over, the chain is working to take advantage of market share opportunities as it searches for a CEO.

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New Ecommerce Tools: April 17, 2025

Practical eCommerce

This week: tariff reduction tools, influencer marketing, installment payments, shipping, logistics platforms, and AI for customer service. The post New Ecommerce Tools: April 17, 2025 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Why 70% of Shoppers Can’t Resist an Impulse Buy | Salsify

Salsify

Learn why 70% of shoppers cant resist an impulse buy and other unplanned purchases. Hint: Its sales and discounts and a great discount strategy.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.