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When It Comes To Sales And Marketing Alignment, Data Needs To Come Before People

Forrester eCommerce

Perfecting the execution of a complex system requires data to enable revenue teams to deliver the best results on every deal.

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Why my Retail Finance Team Loves AI

Retail TouchPoints

For me, the great thing about working in finance is getting to make decisions that touch all aspects of the organization. Finance really places you at the center of everything, where decisions you make play a pivotal role in sustaining long-term business success. That is, at least, the theory. The reality is that, for teams that rely heavily on manual workflows, financial management can be not just burdensome but downright soul-sucking.

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The European Accessibility Act Compliance Deadline Is Approaching — Are You Ready?

Forrester eCommerce

The European Accessibility Act deadline is approaching, are you ready? Read on to learn how best to prepare.

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Foot Locker Debuts ‘Store of the Future’ in New Jersey

Retail TouchPoints

Foot Locker has unveiled its new store format, which includes a communal sneaker try-on area to facilitate “sneaker culture” conversations and technology that provides store associates with omnichannel inventory availability data. The retailer plans to use learnings from this store, located in the Willowbrook Mall in Wayne, N.J., for additional reinvented stores it will open in 2024 , including at the brand’s NYC flagship and locations in Paris, Melbourne and Delhi.

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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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Rock Your Enterprise Architecture Award Submission: Dos and Don’ts

Forrester eCommerce

Since 2010, Forrester has sponsored its Global EA Awards, which means this is the 15th annual occasion! This award offers the opportunity to showcase real excellence in enterprise architecture, distinguish your company’s thought leadership, and give back to the broader architecture profession.

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Big Lots Boosts Liquidity with $200 Million Loan Facility

Retail TouchPoints

Beleaguered retailer Big Lots has increased its borrowing capacity by up to $200 million with a new “first in, last out” term loan facility, secured through an affiliate of Gordon Brothers Capital. The move “significantly enhances the company’s liquidity position and is incremental to the borrowing capacity within the company’s current $900 million asset-based revolving loan facility,” according to a Big Lots statement.

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Google Again Delays Cookie Depreciation, This Time to 2025

Retail TouchPoints

In what has become a recurring plotline, Google has once again delayed third-party cookie deprecation on its Chrome web browser. Previously scheduled to be completed by the second half of Q4 2024, Google now anticipates the change will take place sometime in 2025. This marks the third time Google has pushed back the timeline on cookie deprecation, plans for which were first announced in January 2020 , when the company committed to removing tracking tech from Chrome within two years.

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Upsellit Awarded “Best Partnership Teams” at 2024 US Partnership Awards

UpSellIt

Upsellit officially won Bronze for Best Partnership Teams at the US Partnership Awards! We are honored to be recognized for our elite client collaborations that drive their success as well as our own. About the US Partnership Awards The US Par tnership Awards celebrate the individuals, companies, and technologies that foster outstanding outcome-based performance in affiliate, brand, and influencer partnerships.

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#RICE24 Community Convos: Amy Jain, Co-founder & CEO, BaubleBar

Retail TouchPoints

Founded in 2010, BaubleBar has become one of the most popular destinations for statement-making styles, affordable jewelry and personalized accessories. (Personally, I’m a big fan of the partnerships the brand has tapped into with the MLB, NBA, NFL and Disney.

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What Q1’s retail sales say about the consumer in 2024

RetailDive

In the first three months of the year, a strong job market and wage gains helped buoy consumer spending, but some analysts warn it may not last.

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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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Kizik Extends NYC Pop-Up Through Memorial Day Due to Shopper Demand

Retail TouchPoints

Footwear brand Kizik partnered with MG2 on a pop-up concept in New York City’s SoHo to gauge market demand. The people have obviously spoken, because the brand has decided to extend the pop-up through Memorial Day. Originally slated to run for one weekend (April 19-21), the Greene Street pop-up is the first physical manifestation of Kizik’s new brand identity and “motion is magic” tagline.

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A Guide to FedEx and UPS Delivery Signature Options

lateshipment

In the world of shipping and logistics, ensuring your packages reach their destination safely and securely is crucial and carriers ensure their full-on commitment to it. One aspect of this process is the carrier getting a confirmation of receipt upon successfully delivering a package to its intended recipient or an authorized individual at the delivery address through a signature.

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Ikea embarks on companywide AI literacy initiative

RetailDive

Ikea workers can take a variety of courses, such as AI fundamentals and specialized training around ethical and responsible use of AI tools at work.

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Chrome Extensions for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini

Practical eCommerce

We test third-party Chrome extensions for organization, productivity, and more. The post Chrome Extensions for ChatGPT, Claude, Gemini appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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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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Foot Locker unveils new store concept in ‘critical year’

RetailDive

Chief Commercial Officer Frank Bracken told Retail Dive the new format fixes some old pain points, like a male-dominant experience, and also serves as a starting point for its fleetwide revamps.

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GM Reports Surge in Profit on Gas Car Sales

RetailWire

Although General Motors has had trouble selling its electric cars, a recent report indicates that the increase in sales of gas-powered vehicles helped the company generate a profit.

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Hasbro focuses on ‘high-profit partnerships’ to drive recovery as sales fall 24%

RetailDive

Excluding the sale of its eOne division, revenue was still down 9% in Q1, but the toy manufacturer swung to a profit.

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Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh Offer Unlimited Deliveries for $10 a Month

RetailWire

Amazon has unveiled a new program that allows customers of both Whole Foods and Amazon Fresh to receive unlimited grocery delivery for just $10 per month.

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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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RTIC Outdoors expands into Walmart

RetailDive

The drinkware and cooler brand is selling 55 of its best-selling products in 3,800 of the mass merchant’s stores as well as on its website.

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Real-Time Insights Drive Success in New Ice-Cream Product Launch

Wiser

A national ice cream manufacturer sought to make an impact in the market with the launch of four new SKUs. Understanding the critical first two weeks of a product launch, the brand partnered with Wiser Solutions to gain insights into distribution, on-shelf availability, pricing, planogram compliance, and the effectiveness of promotional materials at the store level.

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Jason Wu Beauty lands in over 3,000 CVS stores

RetailDive

The partnership adds to the beauty brand’s distribution channels, which also include Target and J.C. Penney.

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How Upsellit Maximizes Revenue for Home & Decor Brands

UpSellIt

Back in 2020, we all began spending more time at home, leading to a redefinition of what functions a “home” could serve. Suddenly, a home was no longer just a place to sleep. It also became an office, classroom, fitness space, and entertainment hub. Four years later, consumers continue to define the home as a multifunctional space, proving that this redefinition of the home is not a fleeting trend.

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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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The turnaround of Abercrombie & Fitch is finally here

RetailDive

S&P Global Ratings on Tuesday upgraded the apparel retailer, not just on its better-than-expected 2023 performance but also its strong momentum.

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FSB calls on Ofgem to take action on standing charges paid by small firms

TalkingRetail

The Federation of Small Businesses (FSB) has called for the energy regulator Ofgem to take action on the standing charges paid by small businesses, many of whom have seen the daily fixed price they pay, regardless of usage levels, soar over recent months.

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Saks seeks to carve out luxury niche in retail media with network launch

RetailDive

Saks Media Network debuts on the tails of the company receiving an infusion of capital to help it weather the current luxury downturn.

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Dom’s and Foxtrot Grocery Stores Close After Merger

RetailWire

Dom's Kitchen & Market and Foxtrot Market, two grocery chains based in Chicago, have announced the closure of all their stores. This decision comes six months after the companies merged.

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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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Walmart+ enlists celebrity moms to answer TikTok questions for Mother’s Day

RetailDive

Paris Hilton, Whitney Cummings and others will offer advice in the second iteration of the retailer’s “Mother of All Savings Memberships” campaign.

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Gander and Snappy Shopper hail success of integration trial

TalkingRetail

A trial, which integrated Gander into the Snappy Shopper home delivery app, has reportedly delivered exceptional results.

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Millions of Workers May Be Eligible for Overtime Under New Biden Rule

RetailWire

The United States Department of Labor revealed that millions of workers may be eligible for overtime pay under President Joe Biden's new rule.

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Biona launches two new organic mustards

TalkingRetail

Biona, the organic food supplier to UK retailers, is pleased to introduce two new French mustards, a traditional wholegrain variant and a hotter French Dijon. The French Dijon mustard comes in a 200g jar with an RRP of £3.

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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.