Wed.Sep 18, 2024

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OpenAI’s o1: More Than Meets The Eye

Forrester eCommerce

With all the buzz around OpenAI’s project “Strawberry,” I was eager to try out OpenAI’s o1 preview when it launched. At first, it felt like an incremental update. The more I explored, the more I realized this model is a significant step forward and a preview of what is to come.

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Roku Debuts Self-Service Ad Manager, Enables Shopify-Powered Checkouts

Retail TouchPoints

Streaming TV platform Roku has introduced Roku Ads Manager, a self-service solution for purchasing CTV advertising. The new solution enables Shopify merchants to launch shoppable ads that allow consumers to check out onscreen using their Roku remote. “We’re expanding our partnership with Roku to leverage Shopify’s Checkout and unlock a new self-serve sales channel for Shopify merchants to reach more customers with shoppable ads,” said Mani Fazeli, VP of Product at Shopify in a statement.

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Holiday shopping has started – so has our research to help!

Forrester eCommerce

Get an early read on UK and US consumers' thinking about 2024 end of year holiday shopping - and watch for more research and holiday prep advice in the coming weeks.

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Shein Goes Live(stream) to Showcase Fall/Winter Collection

Retail TouchPoints

Global fashion and lifestyle retailer Shein will host a special episode of its interactive shoppable livestream experience to unveil its Fall and Winter collections. The Shein Live: Front Row event will kick off at 12 p.m. PT on Sept. 22, offering a 90-minute immersive journey in which consumers can explore the hottest fashion trends and simultaneously shop the looks via the Shein mobile app.

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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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Younger Generations Are Shaking Up B2B Buying In APAC — Are You Prepared?

Forrester eCommerce

A generational shift is underway in B2B buying. Forrester’s annual Buyers’ Journey Survey reveals that 72% of APAC business buyers surveyed were Millennials and Gen Zers (born after 1980), far surpassing older generations in purchasing power. While this shift is, of course, inevitable, it’s forcing a reckoning among B2B companies.

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From Flagships to Rollouts: Bringing New Luxury Retail Concepts to Market

Retail TouchPoints

The most successful in-person retail concepts closely align the shopping experience with guest expectations. This is as true for new brands as it is for well-established ones: there are substantial benefits to a collaborative approach in which marketing and design teams work hand-in-glove to develop and roll out new brick-and-mortar retail concepts.

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Ecommerce vs. Retail Packaging: A Tale of Two Boxes

Retail TouchPoints

Product packaging is a multifaceted world. From the enticing candy bar wrapper to the sturdy box delivered to your doorstep, each element is carefully considered in terms of design, materials and functionality. However, the functions of packaging can vary significantly depending on its intended purpose – retail or ecommerce. Understanding these key differences is crucial for companies of all sizes, as it directly impacts customer experience and ultimately, the bottom line.

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Gartner: 32% of holiday shoppers will start before November

RetailDive

But 21% of those surveyed said they plan to reduce their holiday spending this year as high inflation continues to squeeze consumers.

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JCPenney Joins Syndication Network to Amplify User-Generated Content

Retail TouchPoints

JCPenney has joined the Bazaarvoice Visual Syndication Network , which allows for end-to-end management of user-generated content (UGC) within a single platform. Brands in the network can find visual UGC of their products on social media, tag the products and request rights to use the photos and videos — both on their own sites and at retailers where the products are sold.

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How couponing communities are still thriving

RetailDive

Though it's been over a decade since TLC aired Extreme Couponing, shoppers are still deal-hunting — the methods have just changed.

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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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Burger King Unveils 3 ‘Million Dollar Whopper’ Contest Finalists

RetailWire

Burger King is encouraging customers to pick a new Whopper flavor.

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New FCA regs support access to cash as new research highlights necessity

TalkingRetail

New regulations from the Financial Conduct Authority (FCA) have today (18 September) come into effect that mean banks and building societies will need to evaluate if local communities lack access to cash services, such as branches and ATMs, and plug notable gaps to ensure access… This story continues at New FCA regs support access to cash as new research highlights necessity Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail

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Chili’s Expands ‘3 for Me’ Deal With 11 Lunch Options

RetailWire

Lunch options will never be boring again.

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Instacart focuses on diversifying tech, brand partners to fuel growth

RetailDive

The company is expanding its advertising base to include emerging brands and growing its retail partnerships by providing more services, CEO Fidji Simo said at a conference.

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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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Charts: Ecommerce Revenue Forecasts U.S., Global

Practical eCommerce

An agency of the U.S. Dept. of Commerce sees much continued growth in B2B and B2C ecommerce. The post Charts: Ecommerce Revenue Forecasts U.S., Global appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Anthropologie unveils holiday house in NYC

RetailDive

Anthro Perks members can visit the immersive space and purchase products through QR codes placed in each room.

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National Taco Day Will Now Always Fall on Taco Tuesday Thanks to Taco Bell

RetailWire

The latest development in Taco Bell’s Taco Tuesday campaign shifts this year’s National Taco Day from its usual Oct. 4 date to Oct. 1.

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Sam’s Club bumps starting wage to $16, accelerates increases for front-line workers

RetailDive

Employees’ average hourly rate will be around $19 — a figure that has increased nearly 30% in the past five years.

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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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Dunkin’ and BARK Celebrate 5 Years of Partnership With Pumpkin Spice Dog Toys

RetailWire

Dunkin' and BARK partnered up for a line of pumpkin spice dog toys.

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Bonobos goes back to basics in first campaign since bankruptcy buyout

RetailDive

“Fit is a Feeling” is the brand's first major multichannel campaign of the year and the first since the onetime DTC darling was bought out of bankruptcy.

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Alaska Airlines Clears Final Regulatory Hurdle for Merger With Hawaiian Airlines

RetailWire

Alaska Airlines has finally achieved the last approval needed to complete its merger with Hawaiian Airlines.

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In category expansion, Lovesac introduces the AnyTable

RetailDive

The product was designed to complement the home furnishing brand’s customizable couches and can be used as an in-line, end or coffee table.

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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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Grab These National Cheeseburger Day Deals on September 18 Before They’re Gone

RetailWire

National Cheeseburger Day is on Sept. 18.

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Union warns of tea shortage as Tetley workers prepare to strike

TalkingRetail

The first ever strike by workers at Tetley’s has sparked fears of a tea shortage. Almost 150 GMB members working at Tata Consumer Products, which makes Tetley Tea in Teesside, voted to walk out in anger at “poverty pay”.

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Tupperware Files for Bankruptcy Despite Efforts To Stay Afloat

RetailWire

After seven decades, plastic food container company Tupperware could go out of business.

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Bira responds to August inflation hold and calls for interest rate cut

TalkingRetail

The British Independent Retailers Association (Bira) has said the inflation rate holding steady at 2.2% in August provides some stability for the high street - but stresses the Bank of England needs to now reduce interest rates to boost consumer spending.

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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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Red Lobster Officially Emerges From Chapter 11 Bankruptcy With New CEO

RetailWire

The new Red Lobster CEO says he is committed to revitalizing the restaurant.

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Government can ease business rates burden to help drive inflation down, says BRC

TalkingRetail

The latest CPI inflation figures show headline inflation unchanged at 2.2% and food inflation falling 0.2 percentage points to 1.3%.

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Chevron CEO Critiques Biden Administration’s Energy Policy

RetailWire

Chevron CEO Mike Wirth criticized the Biden administration’s oil and gas policy.

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Post Office CEO to step down in March

TalkingRetail

Post Office chief executive Nick Read is to step down from the role in March 2025. Read had temporarily stepped back from the role in July to prepare for the next stage of the Horizon scandal inquiry.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

Incorporating generative AI (gen AI) into your sales process can speed up your wins through improved efficiency, personalized customer interactions, and better informed decision- making. Gen AI is a game changer for busy salespeople and can reduce time-consuming tasks, such as customer research, note-taking, and writing emails, and provide insightful data analysis and recommendations.