Groove
OCTOBER 2, 2024
For an eCommerce business, online presence is everything. It drives prospective customers to your site, compels them to stay, and convinces them to convert. Digital marketing services are vital to establishing, maintaining, and improving your online promotional efforts, and entrusting an agency with those tasks can lift a significant burden from your internal teams.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
At its annual advertiser summit this week, Pinterest presented a pin-worthy pitch to marketers — that the platform has grown its audience and improved advertising performance without sacrificing its feel-good vibe. The pre-recorded event featured a fitness theme with humorous video montages set at the “Pinterest Performance Center,” a fictional athletic facility for digital marketers.
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Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Last week, Visa announced the acquisition of Featurespace, a UK-based enterprise fraud management and anti-money-laundering (AML) vendor. Forrester estimates the acquisition price to be between $350–450 million. Founded in 2008, Featurespace employs over 400 people.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Mall operator Simon has unveiled its Meet Me @themall campaign, blending ’80s and ’90s nostalgia to capture Gen Z’s enthusiasm for in-person shopping and all things retro. The campaign is now live on premium streaming services including Netflix, Peacock, Hulu and Disney+ as well as on Instagram, YouTube, TikTok , Simon’s owned channels and in its shopping centers across the U.S.
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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.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 2, 2024
In recognition of CX Day 2024, Bain & Company, in collaboration with Kantar and Qualtrics, released a new set of global standards for customer experience teams.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Signage is everywhere. Every interaction between a consumer and a brand is part of the overall retail experience. This could be a billboard or advertisement on the street, the look and feel of a storefront design, or the physical and digital displays within a shop. They even influence how employees engage with customers and deliver value. Understanding each of these touch points is critical for retailers to create the experiences that consumers desire.
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Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Seeking to score in the fast-growing resale market, luggage brand Béis has launched Second Béis using the Trove platform. The ecommerce experience from Trove, which acquired the full-service resale platform Recurate in August 2024 , includes mixed-cart functionality that allows customers to combine both new and used products in a single checkout. Powered by Trove resale operations and Shopify integration technology, Second Béis offers a seamless shopping experience for gently used roller bags, b
365 Retail
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Lidl, one of Europe’s largest food retailers, has announced its commitment to achieving net-zero by 2050 as part of its international corporate social responsibility (CSR) strategy. This latest move outlines Lidl’s ambitious climate targets across its own operations and supply chain, reinforcing its dedication to embedding sustainable practices at an international level.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Gas stations and convenience stores, once the cornerstone of road trips, are undergoing a significant transformation due to the increasing prevalence of electric vehicles (EVs). Traditionally, these establishments were quick stops for fuel and snacks, but the shift toward EVs is revolutionizing their role. Market transitions and technology advancements are changing the fuel and convenience space, with more EVs and less gas, leading to the repurposing of these assets into grocery and convenience
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
With a new CEO set to take over, the sportswear giant pulled its guidance for the year and stressed the actions it’s already taking to reset the business.
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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
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Save A Lot has rolled out the ReposiTrak Traceability Network (RTN) to provide automated traceability and compliance with the Food Safety Modernization Act Section 204 (FSMA 204). The law, designed to prevent foodborne illnesses by strengthening the ability to track and trace food through all stages of the supply chain, will become mandatory in 2026, but Save A Lot, a discount wholesaler serving approximately 750 independently owned groceries, has committed to being ahead of the curve.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
CEO Ryan Gellert said “some parts of our company need to be shaped differently” to position the business for the future.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Eatertainment — a somewhat ungainly word describing everything from a bowling alley with a humble snack bar to immersive food-and-high-tech environments — succeeds best when it provides an escape from the everyday as well as a strong sense of community and camaraderie, according to an August 2024 report from MG2 , For the Thrill of It: Eatertainment Experiences That Cater to All.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Group President Mark Loomis will retire, with Tara Simon and Amber English succeeding him in the region as president and president of digital and online, respectively.
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RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
FCA US LLC announced a recall for approximately 154,032 plug-in hybrid SUVs in the U.S. due to a potential fire hazard.
Fabric Blog
OCTOBER 2, 2024
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RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Whataburger's new limited-edition Bacon Blaze Jalapeño Double is spicy good, and good for the community as well.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Alfred Chang will take over as chief executive nearly a year after Andrea O’Donnell left the post to join footwear retailer Designer Brands.
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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.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Restarants cannot deceive customers about the source of the seafood items on the menu.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Veteran marketer Marisa Thalberg describes the 122-year-old retailer as “ripe for brand reinvigoration.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
PayPal recently notified U.S. users of important changes to its privacy policy.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The furniture retailer’s Brentwood, Tennessee, store is the first to showcase the interactive showroom, with plans for expansion underway.
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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.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The spooky menu creations are available for a limited time at Burger King.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Lula Commerce also named a new president and chief revenue officer as demand for c-store delivery grows.
RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
The Kroger-Albertsons merger continues to be controversial.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 2, 2024
MINISO is set to launch its first-ever MINISO-GO store in the UK on Thursday, 3rd October, in the heart of Paddington, London. This new store, located by the TFL entrance to Paddington station in Paddington Square, spans over 400 sq ft and is designed to cater to travellers, commuters, and MINISO fans alike. Screenshot A Store for On-the-Go Shoppers The MINISO-GO store will offer a range of affordable and innovative products, including toys, homeware, and lifestyle accessories.
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RetailWire
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Starbucks continues negotiations with the workers.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Known Source , the grassroots platform of verified archive fashion dealers, has opened its first long-term store at Westfield Stratford. This newly launched concept space offers an immersive experience for vintage fashion collectors, showcasing a carefully curated selection of sought-after archive designer pieces from expert vintage dealers. As the recent winners of the Westfield Grand Prix, Known Source has secured retail space in East London, delivering a distinctive and highly personalised sh
TalkingRetail
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Van loads of illegal alcohol, tobacco and vapes have been seized from a premises in Notting Hill Gate, as part of a licensing and trading standards operation.
365 Retail
OCTOBER 2, 2024
Shaftesbury Capital has announced that internationally celebrated Australian beauty retailer, Grown Alchemist , will make its UK debut this November, opening a new store at 35 Beak Street in the heart of Soho. This marks the brand’s first location outside of Melbourne, taking a two-floor, 600 sq ft space near the southern entrance to Carnaby Street.
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