Wed.Aug 07, 2024

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Municipal Exec: ‘We’re Not Taking a Cookie-Cutter Approach’ to Store Expansion

Retail TouchPoints

When Harry Arnett met Mark Wahlberg (yes, that Mark Wahlberg) over 15 years ago, they bonded over one thing: to create a lifestyle brand that had versatile, performance-driven products and inspired others to tap into the power of self-belief — something they felt truly didn’t exist in the current market. From that first meeting of the minds, Arnett and Wahlberg started to build the foundation for Municipal , which focused on four core principles: Dream, Plan, Hustle, Repeat.

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550: Why Content Creators Are Quitting: Is It Still Worth It?

My Wife Quit Her Job

In this episode, my partner Toni and I discuss whether starting a content creation business, whether it be a blog, Youtube channel, or podcast is worth it today given all the changes with Google and artificial intelligence. What You’ll Learn The real reason content creators are quitting Is it worth it to make content creation your full time job The best way to create content today Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the

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Amazon Canada Adds Faster Same-Day Delivery Options

Retail TouchPoints

Amazon Canada has added new delivery windows for Prime members in Greater Toronto, southwestern Ontario and metro Vancouver, including overnight delivery that allows customers to place an order as late as midnight and see it on their doorstep the next morning. Items available for this new delivery will be marked “Prime Overnight” in search results and on product detail pages, with a choice of two delivery windows: 4 a.m. to 8 a.m. or 7 a.m. to 11 a.m.

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AI Is Now A Core Capability Of BI Platforms

Forrester eCommerce

Scientists estimate that insects account for 80% of all animal life on Earth. It’s no wonder you can’t walk even one foot into a forest without stepping on something crawling or being overwhelmed with buzzing and biting insects.

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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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Western Gothic: Unpacking the Moody Yet Chic Interior Design Trend

Retail TouchPoints

Every year, the interior design world stumbles upon unique trends that break the mold — this is where the fun of design comes from. This year, Pinterest predicted Americana chic would make a comeback with a twist: Western Gothic. And they’ve hit the nail on the head, as this trend is anywhere and everywhere, taking over hotels and homes alike. This style, also known as y’allternative, hinges on an unfailing formula of mixing the old with the new.

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ThredUp to exit Europe

RetailDive

The secondhand apparel company is also exploring strategic alternatives for Remix. Meanwhile, it reported a drop of nearly 4% in revenue in Q2.

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The Container Store sales fall 12% in Q1

RetailDive

The results for the quarter, which included online sales decreasing nearly 26%, show a company "that remains in freefall," according to one analyst.

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How Product Donations Drive Strategic Benefits for Businesses and Offer Hope to Communities in Need

Retail TouchPoints

When Hurricane Beryl barreled its way across the Caribbean in early July, leaving a trail of destruction, it was the earliest Category 5 Atlantic hurricane ever recorded. This is not a good sign for what was already predicted to be an above-normal Atlantic hurricane season , which runs from June through November. The frequency and severity of extreme weather events like what we have seen in recent years serves as a wake-up call for companies and consumers alike.

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Chief marketers are warming up to generative AI: report

RetailDive

Over three quarters of respondents to a Dentsu Creative survey said they would be interested in training AI on their brand’s look, feel and tone of voice.

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Pet Valu Brings Omnichannel Ambitions to Life with Tech Partnerships

Retail TouchPoints

Pet Valu is partnering with commercetools , Google Cloud and Deloitte to drive its digital commerce transformation. The Canadian specialty pet retailer implemented commercetools through the Google Cloud marketplace and has successfully modernized its digital architecture in just under a year. The composable commerce platform is empowering Pet Valu to build scalable solutions, accelerate speed to market for best-of-breed features and capabilities and improve the overall site experience to keep pa

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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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Popeyes Unveils 2 New Limited-Time Menu Items — Including Chocolate Chip Biscuits

RetailWire

Popeyes has unveiled two new limited-time menu items for consumers to enjoy as the summer winds down.

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New Ecommerce Tools: August 7, 2024

Practical eCommerce

This week: AI-powered sourcing, promotional sales, error detection, loyalty programs, sponsored brand campaigns, embedded payments, and retail media platforms. The post New Ecommerce Tools: August 7, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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UK retailer Mountain Warehouse offers $5M stalking horse bid for Eastern Mountain Sports

RetailDive

Absent a higher offer, the U.K.-based outdoor gear retailer plans to keep less than half of the chain’s stores running.

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AllSaints Returns to Liverpool ONE with New Pop-Up Store

365 Retail

Grosvenor has announced the return of British fashion retailer AllSaints to Liverpool ONE with a new pop-up store on Peter’s Lane. The new pop-up occupies a 4,000 sq ft unit on Liverpool ONE’s Peter’s Lane, offering the brand’s iconic collection of leather jackets, accessories, and a broad selection of womenswear and menswear. The store’s design reflects AllSaints’ distinctive industrial style, featuring bleached solid wood floors, Venetian plaster walls, and illuminated curved displays.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

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Prestige beauty sales continue to outpace mass with 8% growth in the first half of the year

RetailDive

High-end fragrance was a bright spot, rising 12%, but its popularity is also driving sales of mass products and private-label dupes.

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Rivian Reveals Financial Results With Huge Losses

RetailWire

Rivian Automotive Inc. has reaffirmed its annual financial guidance while reporting its second-quarter 2024 results.

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How Carter’s is pitching kids’ clothes to new Gen Z parents

RetailDive

Chief Marketing Officer Jeff Jenkins details the insights and strategy that drove its “More Than Just Cute” ad campaign.

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Google Releases Details About New Nest Thermostat and Google TV Streamer

RetailWire

Google has shared details regarding the new design elements of its Nest Thermostat and Google TV Streamer.

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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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The future of transportation: how AI is changing the game

365 Retail

Artificial Intelligence (AI) is rapidly transforming the transportation industry, introducing innovations that make travel safer, more efficient, and more convenient. From autonomous vehicles to smart traffic management systems, AI is already demonstrating significant advancements, impacting various aspects of transportation services. In this article, experts from Euristiq will discuss the current achievements of ai in transportation , its development prospects, key benefits.

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Disney’s Streaming Business Finally Turns a Profit in Third Quarter 2024

RetailWire

Disney reported positive earnings in the third quarter for its direct-to-consumer streaming services.

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Walkers unveils new limited-edition sandwich-inspired flavours

TalkingRetail

Walkers has teamed up with Heinz to launch three limited-edition sandwich-inspired flavours that aim to help retailers bring excitement to the lunchtime occasion.

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Walmart Heightens Dorm Room Shopping Experience With Walmart Realm

RetailWire

Walmart introduced the virtual shopping platform Walmart Realm in May. Now, it has improved the immersive experience to help college students find the decor, clothing, and essentials of their dreams.

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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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Target still struggles to lower virgin plastic use by 2025 deadline

RetailDive

While the retailer made some progress toward its goal to reduce virgin plastic use in its own-brand packaging 20% by 2025, it’s still using more — not less — than the 2020 baseline.

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Google Releases Details About Their New Nest Thermostat and Google TV Streamer

RetailWire

Google has released a new blog detailing the new design elements of their Nest Thermostat and Google TV Streamer.

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DPD UK on Course to Reduce Emissions by 46% by End of 2024

365 Retail

arcel delivery company DPD UK has confirmed it is on track to achieve a 46% reduction in emissions by the end of 2024, compared to its 2020 baseline. This milestone is part of the company’s broader sustainability efforts, which include transitioning a significant portion of its fleet to electric vehicles and using Hydrogenated Vegetable Oil (HVO) for its transport operations.

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Taco Bell’s Secret To Driving Fast-Food Customers Back Into Stores

RetailWire

The restaurant has apparently cracked the code to retaining customers in tough economic times.

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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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GO Outdoors to Open Europe’s Largest Outdoor Store in York

365 Retail

GO Outdoors will open the largest outdoor store in Europe on 23rd August 2024 at Vangarde Shopping Park , York. The grand opening weekend is scheduled for 7th and 8th September, with a host of events planned to celebrate the launch. The store’s opening will be marked by an appearance from GO Outdoors brand ambassador and TV star Helen Skelton.

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Scotmid to take part in campaign to tackle underage drinking

TalkingRetail

Scotmid Co-operative, is bringing the ‘It’ll Cost You’ campaign, which highlights that buying alcohol for children could result in a fine or jail time, to stores across Glasgow.

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Castore to Open New Store in Derbion

365 Retail

Castore, the sportswear brand founded in 2015 in Manchester, has announced the opening of a new store in Derbion. The brand has signed a 10-year lease for a 1,771 sq ft unit located on the second level of the centre, adjacent to Foot Locker. Known for supplying leading sports teams such as the England Cricket Team, Red Bull, McLaren Formula One teams, and football clubs including the Republic of Ireland, Rangers, Bayer Leverkusen, and Everton, Castore specialises in precision performance sportsw

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Nisa Local Stamford donates £1,000 to Second Helpings food charity

TalkingRetail

Nisa Local Stamford has made a £1,000 donation to Second Helpings, a local charity working to combat food waste and support those in need in Stamford.

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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.