Salsify
AUGUST 27, 2024
The rise of social media has paved the way for social media influencers (a.k.a. industry favorites with big followings). They’ve become big players in the marketing strategies of many global brands because they unlock access to new audiences and potential new markets.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 27, 2024
As with many other retail sales “seasons,” formerly hard-and-fast dates about when back-to-school (BTS) selling starts — and perhaps more importantly, when it stops — have become more nebulous in recent years. BTS purchases certainly are starting earlier: according to the National Retail Federation (NRF) survey conducted by Prosper Insights & Analytics, more than half ( 55% ) of consumers already had started buying school items in July.
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Forrester eCommerce
AUGUST 27, 2024
Are you ready to transform your B2B marketing and sales strategies? Forrester’s B2B Summit EMEA 2024 is just around the corner, and it’s the event you can’t afford to miss. Here’s why you need to be there. Revolutionize Your B2B Strategy. In today’s fast-paced business environment, staying ahead of the curve is crucial.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 27, 2024
Urban Outfitters has collaborated with lifestyle brand Vera Bradley to launch a vintage-inspired capsule collection. The exclusive collection features six re-editions of some of Vera Bradley’s most popular bag styles in three new patterns that bring a nostalgic touch to contemporary fashion. The collection ranges in price from $15 to $100 and is now available at select Urban Outfitters stores and online.
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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
AUGUST 27, 2024
To understand current US consumer financial health, Principal Forecast Analyst Jitender Miglani analyzes key Q2 2024 Bureau of Economic Analysis (BEA) data.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 27, 2024
Pharmaceutical company Pfizer has launched a new direct-to-consumer website, PfizerForAll , offering prescription delivery, vaccination scheduling, discounts on Pfizer medications and same-day appointments with healthcare professionals for common complaints such as migraines or respiratory symptoms. The move is not unprecedented — fellow pharmaceutical company Eli Lilly launched its own DTC site in January.
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Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 27, 2024
Facing lingering supply chain issues and constantly changing consumer behaviors, retailers today are looking to large-scale transformations to better understand what customers want — and to deliver on those demands more quickly. But while most leaders readily accept that they need to spend money on things like system configurations, vendor contracts and project managers to oversee product rollouts, they’re often hesitant to invest in the change management resources required to accelerate transfo
Practical eCommerce
AUGUST 27, 2024
Creating, managing, and modifying content online has never been easier or more affordable. The post 12 Free Open-Source Content Management Systems appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 27, 2024
Stop & Shop , which operates 360 supermarkets across Connecticut, Massachusetts, Rhode Island, New York and New Jersey, will end tobacco sales by Aug. 31, 2024 as part of its commitment to community wellness. The retailer also will host two cigarette buyback events in neighborhoods within its market area that have higher rates of smoking and smoking-related health issues.
RetailDive
AUGUST 27, 2024
The move could signal a potential bankruptcy on the horizon, according to Debtwire's global head of legal and restructuring.
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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.
RetailWire
AUGUST 27, 2024
Spirit Halloween announced its most expansive Halloween retail plans yet with a record-breaking 1,525 stores opening across North America this year.
RetailDive
AUGUST 27, 2024
The department store is continuing to pour resources into its Sephora partnership to draw more customers amid sales declines.
RetailWire
AUGUST 27, 2024
The restaurant chain continues to reorganize by shuttering more locations and onboarding a new CEO.
RetailDive
AUGUST 27, 2024
Gen Z and millennials were the age groups most likely to use loans and credit cards to respond to higher prices, a Federal Reserve research report said.
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RetailWire
AUGUST 27, 2024
The new McDonald's burger is trying to attain a similarly iconic status.
Digital Doughnut
AUGUST 27, 2024
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RetailWire
AUGUST 27, 2024
Michaels has just announced a three-year deal with the Dallas Cowboys as its Official Partner.
RetailDive
AUGUST 27, 2024
In its quest to stem sales declines, the apparel box retailer has overhauled its customer experience model.
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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
AUGUST 27, 2024
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365 Retail
AUGUST 27, 2024
Privately-owned specialist retail investment boutique, Modella Capital, has announced its acquisition of Hobbycraft, the largest arts and crafts retailer in the UK. This acquisition marks a significant shift for Hobbycraft, as Bridgepoint, the current majority investor, exits its investment after 14 years. Although financial details of the transaction remain undisclosed, the move underscores Modella Capital’s commitment to supporting growth within the retail sector.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 27, 2024
Home secretary Yvette Cooper has responded to government figures revealing that just 431 shoplifters were handed fixed penalty notices in the year to March — a 98% drop from a decade ago when 19,419 were issued.
Salsify
AUGUST 27, 2024
Here’s a deep dive into the basics of strong ecommerce customer acquisition strategies.
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PERQ
AUGUST 27, 2024
More than ever, cultivating a professional digital presence is paramount in the multifamily housing market. While in-person tours will always be essential to the decision-making process, you’ll have to create an online presence to appeal to the 98% of prospective renters who use the Internet to find their next apartment. One of the best ways to increase your local digital footprint is to maintain an attractive Google Business Profile (GBP).
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 27, 2024
The national president of the Fed (Federation of Independent Retailers) has written to the new secretary of state for business and trade, Jonathan Reynolds, to highlight the impact of higher wages on smaller businesses.
RetailDive
AUGUST 27, 2024
Generative AI chatbots are well-suited to draw on customer metadata and company knowledge bases to personalize self-service experiences.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 27, 2024
Shop price deflation was at 0.3% in August, down from inflation of 0.2% in the previous month., according to the BRC-Nielsen shop price index. Shop price annual growth remained at its lowest rate since October 2021. Non-food remained in deflation at -1.
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Canadian Special Events
AUGUST 27, 2024
The opening night party for CSE 2016 was held at the Aga Khan Museum, and the memory of that evening has lingered with me ever since. The museum, a breathtaking cultural and architectural masterpiece, defies any photograph’s ability to capture its grandeur fully. To step into the Aga Khan is to step into an experience that begins long before you cross its threshold.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 27, 2024
PayPoint and Teya have announced its partnership which has led to the launch of a new service for Teya Business Account holders at PayPoint stores nationwide.
365 Retail
AUGUST 27, 2024
The iGaming world is truly limitless in 2024: gamblers of previous decades never had the chance to explore so much content with numerous features. Even the most experienced players who’ve tried numerous titles before are impressed with the number of releases on the modern market, so what to say about newcomers? Exploring the hottest casino games is nothing but exciting, and knowing the main categories and their peculiarities simplifies the choice.
TalkingRetail
AUGUST 27, 2024
With searches for ‘business crime’ soaring over the past month - totalling 9,000 - a new study has revealed that the wholesale and retail industry suffers the most, with over 40% in the sector affected.
I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.
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