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Keyword Density Matters in SEO

Practical eCommerce

"Keyword stuffing" is a discarded optimization tactic. Leaked Google documents suggest otherwise. The post Keyword Density Matters in SEO appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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7 Steps to Crafting Effective RFPs for Retail Logistics Services

Retail TouchPoints

Four years after the pandemic roiled the retail industry and disrupted supply chains in previously unimaginable ways, retailers across the country are still recovering. Wild swings in consumer demand have made it difficult to determine appropriate inventories, and the costs of owning their logistics infrastructures are continuing to skyrocket. That is leading many retailers to consider outsourcing their warehousing and logistics to third parties.

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CX Summit North America Day 2: Achieving Boundless Experiences Through Alignment

Forrester eCommerce

Yesterday’s program gave us an exciting glimpse of a very near future in which human and AI capabilities will dynamically blend to enable boundless, innovative experiences. Today, we looked more closely at a critical human part of this equation: alignment of strategy and teams.

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Brutally Honest Advice From Failed Entrepreneurs (Who Lost Everything)

My Wife Quit Her Job

I am a lifelong student of business and after interviewing over 500 successful entrepreneurs on my podcast, what I’ve found most fascinating is not their successes but their failures. Surprisingly, a lot of the entrepreneurs I’ve interviewed have either gone bankrupt or almost lost it all at some point in their careers and we can learn from their mistakes.

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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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Oracle Exits The Advertising Business

Forrester eCommerce

Oracle announced last week it is exiting the advertising business and sunsetting its adtech by September 30. While the announcement isn’t surprising given its massive layoff in 2022 of teams supporting Oracle Advertising, the speed of Oracle Advertising’s demise is shocking.

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Charts: Top Ecommerce Sites by Traffic, Q2 2024

Practical eCommerce

Amazon is dominant worldwide, in the U.S., and in many countries in which it operates. The post Charts: Top Ecommerce Sites by Traffic, Q2 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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SKE Opens First UK Flagship Store in Manchester

365 Retail

On June 19th, the global vape brand SKE inaugurated its first flagship store in the UK, located at 44 Cross Street, Manchester, M2 7AR. This new establishment underscores SKE’s commitment to providing a comprehensive shopping experience for vaping enthusiasts in the area. The store features a high-tech design with three large LED screens, intended to capture customers’ attention.

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Netflix To Open 2 New Venues With Themed Shops and Interactive Experiences

RetailWire

Netflix has announced it will launch two huge entertainment hubs in separate U.S. cities, offering fans immersive experiences and themed retail shops.

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Mango to Open Largest Regional Store at Metrocentre

365 Retail

Sovereign Centros, part of CBRE, has announced that international fashion retailer, Mango , is set to open a store at Metrocentre. The new store will be located in the centre’s lower Red Mall, with its grand opening scheduled for later this year. Mango’s latest venture at Metrocentre will feature a 6,233 sq ft unit, making it the brand’s largest store in the region to date.

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Flame Resistant and Retardant Fabric Market Set to Reach $13.39 Billion by 2034

RetailWire

The global flame resistant and retardant fabric market is projected to experience significant growth, with revenue expected to reach $13.39 billion by 2034. This expansion is driven by stringent fire safety regulations and increasing awareness of workplace hazards, particularly in high-risk industries such as oil & gas, mining, and manufacturing.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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A third of shoppers have witnessed a shoplifting incident in the past 12 months, Retail Insight’s research reveals

365 Retail

As retail crime continues to rise and shoplifting incidents surpass the highest levels since records began, a third of UK consumers witnessed an instance of retail theft in the past 12 months, according to the latest research by Retail Insight , the leading provider of store operations execution software. With the ONS reporting that more than 402,000 shoplifting offenses were recorded by police in 2023 – the greatest number since records began in 2002 – retail crime is a growing an

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Supermarket Shopping Set for Electronic Shelf Labels

RetailWire

Grocery shopping is on the cusp of a digital revolution as electronic shelf labels (ESLs) begin to replace traditional price stickers in stores across the nation. This month, Walmart announced its plan to implement ESLs in 2,300 stores by 2026, joining the ranks of retailers like Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh, and Schnucks, who have already adopted the technology.

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Switch to cheaper grocery brands continues, says KPMG survey

TalkingRetail

Cost-of-living pressures are continuing to make consumers look for ways of saving money, including with groceries, according to KPMG’s latest quarterly bulletin. The accounting and consulting firm’s Consumer Pulse report indicated that some shoppers are still switching to cheaper options.

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H&M Group Strengthens Climate Strategy With Investment in Rondo Energy

RetailWire

H&M Group has taken a significant step in advancing its climate strategy by partnering with and investing in Rondo Energy, a leader in zero-carbon industrial heat and power solutions.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Nisa Local opens near Manchester Airport

TalkingRetail

A Nisa Local has been opened near Manchester Airport by retailer Sunny Patel, who already operates two other Nisa stores. The latest store is 3,000sq ft and is on the site of what was a children’s play centre.

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FDA Slaps Dollar Tree With Warning Over Lead-Contaminated Applesauce

RetailWire

Dollar Tree didn't pull the recalled applesauce off the shelves fast enough, according to the FDA.

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Capri-Sun to offer free sports sessions

TalkingRetail

From May to July 2024, shoppers purchasing selected packs of Capri-Sun will be able to claim a free sports session in their local area for children aged five to 16-years-old.

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Chipotle Introduces ‘Chipotle Boy’ Bowls Targeting Male Finance Professionals

RetailWire

The Mexican fast-food chain is acknowledging its most regular customer base as young urban male suited and booted office workers, and it's launching a meal special to cater specifically to them.

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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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Marketing Strategies: Catering to Health-Conscious Customers in 2024

RetailMinded

You know health-conscious customers are reshaping the market, right? This year, it’s all about meeting their evolving needs. From innovative product selections to smart advertising campaigns, you need fresh strategies. Understand your customer base like never before. Offer them exactly what they crave. Boost your sales by keeping up with the latest trends in wellness.

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Snap Unveils Real-Time Image Model for Augmented Reality Experiences

RetailWire

On Tuesday at the Augmented World Expo, Snap showcased an initial version of its real-time, on-device image diffusion model, designed to create dynamic augmented reality (AR) experiences.

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POS Nation Review 2024: Overview, Features, Pricing, Pros and Cons

Korona

Pos Nation review. Is this the right point of sale system for you? We spent time looking at all of the features and our verdict is.

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FTC Refers TikTok Complaint to the Department of Justice

RetailWire

TikTok claims that they are working with the FTC.

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Future-Proofing Enterprise Commerce: Why Extensibility Wins with Shopify

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

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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Coca-Cola announces its programme of summer festival events

TalkingRetail

Coca-Cola Great Britain has announced a new programme of festival partnerships, artist collaborations and more as part of its 'Summer of Music'. Coca-Cola Great Britain is offering fans moments at Uber One presents All Points East, Boardmasters and Brighton & Hove Pride’s Fabuloso.

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The Food Hall Co. Announces Shaver Hall Culinary Hub in Midtown Manhattan

RetailWire

The Food Hall Co., renowned for creating top-tier dining and entertainment destinations, is excited to unveil its latest development, Shaver Hall, in New York City. Set to open on the ground floor of Amazon's Hank building at 424 5th Avenue, Shaver Hall will occupy approximately 35,000 square feet in the historic Lord & Taylor building. This new food hall aims to celebrate the rich heritage of its location while introducing a dynamic culinary experience to Midtown Manhattan.

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Pladis cuts plastic in Jacob’s Crackers selection overhaul

TalkingRetail

Pladis has successfully implemented a significant reduction in plastic across its classic Jacob’s Crackers Selection. On shelf now, the updated packaging for Jacob’s Crackers Selection features the same impactful orange design synonymous with the iconic brand, but with 78% less plastic per pack.

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Inflation drop helped by slowdown in food and drink price rises

TalkingRetail

A slowdown in food and drink prices was one of the key elements in May’s fall in inflation to 2%, says the Office for National Statistics (ONS).

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🚀Future-Proof Your Salesforce B2C Commerce: Modernization Strategies Inside!

Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.

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Nestlé Cheerios teams with the British Paralympic Association

TalkingRetail

Nestlé Cereal is launching its new campaign, "Bring the Cheer with Cheerios," celebrating its renewed partnership with the British Paralympic Association as we countdown to the Paris 2024 Summer Paralympic Games.

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