Fri.Jan 03, 2025

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Three Hallmarks Of Portfolio Marketing High Performance

Forrester eCommerce

It seems like everyone is talking about performance these days in all aspects of life. High school kids are applying to college and their SAT/ACT test scores and overall GPAs are being compared to their peers.

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CFPB Sues Walmart for Illegal Payment Practices that Allegedly Cost Drivers $10 Million

Retail TouchPoints

The Consumer Financial Protection Bureau (CFPB) has sued Walmart and Branch Messenger , alleging that the partners forced the third-party delivery drivers in Walmarts Spark Driver program to use costly deposit accounts to access their earnings and in the process harvested more than $10 million in fees from the workers. Walmarts Spark Driver program uses gig workers to make last-mile deliveries from Walmart stores across the U.S.

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Did Costco just reset the narrative around DEI?

RetailDive

In contrast to a slew of companies, the warehouse retailer has forcefully rejected an anti-DEI shareholder proposal as bad for business.

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How Jointly Leverages AI and Journaling App Data to Fine-Tune Cannabis Product Recommendations

Retail TouchPoints

Given that different cannabis products can produce a wide range of effects among consumers, one of the biggest challenges facing cannabis retailers is matching the right product with the right customer. To the newbie consumer, theres a confusing welter of terms like indica and sativa as well as the multiplying variations of edible products, each with different levels of THC and other ingredients that affect the products impact.

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Enterprise ABM Marketing Tools: A Marketer's Guide

Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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Retailers lost $103B in fraudulent returns and claims in 2024

RetailDive

Fraudulent returns accounted for about 15% of the projected $685 billion in returns last year, per a recent report from Appriss Retail and Deloitte.

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Costco Bucks the Anti-DEI Trend

Retail TouchPoints

Costco s board of directors has unanimously rejected a shareholder proposal to conduct a study of the retailers diversity, equity and inclusion (DEI) policies, saying it reflects the anti-DEI policy bias of the National Center for Public Policy Research , the conservative think tank that proposed the study. The proposal claims that DEI holds litigation, reputational and financial risks to the company, and therefore financial risks to the shareholders, according to materials prepared for the next

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Goodyear Celebrates Centennial of Iconic Blimp with Merch, 100-City Flying Tour

Retail TouchPoints

Since 1925, the Goodyear Blimp has been a marketing icon, appearing everywhere from the Olympics to the first Super Bowl, not to mention songs, movies and TV shows and even aiding the U.S. military effort during WWII. Now, to celebrate the blimps 100 th anniversary, the Goodyear Tire & Rubber Company plans to bring its famous airship to more than 100 cities and give a few lucky fans the chance to see the view from up there.

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White Castle French Toast Sliders Kick Off All-Day Breakfast Menu

RetailWire

White Castle's French Toast Sliders help cravers satisfy their breakfast cravings.

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Note to Retailers: How to Maximize the Post-Purchase Experience With a Modern Order Management System

Fabric Blog

fabric is an AI-powered OMS that orchestrates across your entire order lifecycle to connect your demand channels to fulfillment locations. Book a demo today!

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Krispy Kreme Kicks Off 2025 With a Dozen Doughnuts for $12

RetailWire

Krispy Kreme is offering donuts at a price that can't be beat for a limited time only.

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The Evolving Retailer's Fulfillment Strategy: Meeting Demands with Agility

Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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TikTok Shop expands collectibles categories

RetailDive

The social commerce company is broadening its collectibles and focusing on authentication, but faces a potential ban in the U.S.

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Zara Opens Upsized 42,000 sq ft Flagship at Liverpool ONE

365 Retail

Zara has expanded its flagship store at Liverpool ONE, increasing its size to 42,000 sq ft across two floors on upper and lower South John Street. The new store represents a 55% increase from its previous 27,200 sq ft location. The larger space offers an extended range of Zaras menswear, womenswear, and childrenswear collections and includes self-service payment facilities, alongside a more open and customer-focused interior design.

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The Weekly Closeout: Vera Bradley urged to sell as Fleet Feet makes an acquisition

RetailDive

Fund 1 Investments in a letter pushed the accessories brand to consider strategic alternatives, while the footwear retailer bought South Sound Running.

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Del Taco Adds 2 New Burritos to Its Lineup

RetailWire

Del Taco continues expanding its offerings.

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4 AI Hacks to Make Sales Teams More Efficient

Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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Walmart forced delivery workers to pay fees to access their earnings, federal agency alleges

RetailDive

A lawsuit by the CFPB claims that the retailer and Branch Messenger illegally opened accounts for Spark drivers and then deposited their pay into these accounts without their consent.

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GM Releases Solid Fourth-Quarter Results, Fueled By Strong EV Sales

RetailWire

GM is slowly eroding Tesla's hold on the EV market.

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Peter Crouch fronts Ariel The Big One ads 

TalkingRetail

Peter Crouch and Ariel have joined forces to launch the brands newest laundry innovation, Ariel Pods The Big One, designed to handle tougher loads.

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Chipotle and Strava Collaboration Goes Global

RetailWire

Strava connects Chipotle's running community across North America and Europe.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Oxfordshire Spar bounces back after Christmas ram-raid

TalkingRetail

An Oxfordshire Spar that was ram-raided just after Christmas is up and running again thanks to the help of customers and friends.

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Rivian Tops Production Targets and Meets Delivery Goals in 2024

RetailWire

Despite some supply issues, Rivian was able to exceed its previously announced production goal.

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Tobacco sales ban could lead to more in-store violence, says JTI

TalkingRetail

The governments smoking ban proposals could mean more theft, violence and abuse in convenience stores, claims one of the worlds biggest tobacco firms.

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How Expense Management Software Can Save Your Company Money

365 Retail

In the fast-paced world of business, managing finances accurately and efficiently is critical to a companys success. Financial oversight is notably significant in employee expenses a domain fraught with the potential for error, waste, and fraud. Enter the modern solution: expense management software. This technological advancement simplifies and automates the process of tracking, approving, and reimbursing employee expenditures.

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How to Create Sales Email Sequences That Convert

Modern go-to-market teams know it takes more than one email to break through the noise. Multiple touchpoints means more ways to get your pitch right — and, potentially, more ways to be wrong. The good news? Once you know how to write compelling, one-off emails to entice prospective customers, you can easily do the same across a short sequence of emails.

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Parfetts underpins expansion plans with new appointment

TalkingRetail

Parfetts has appointed a business manager for the south-west of England as part of its expansion plans for its Go Local symbol groups in the region.

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Video Telematics Platforms: Revolutionizing Fleet Management and Safety

365 Retail

If you are the proud owner of your very own fleet of vehicles, then you know how imperative it is to keep an eye on the vehicles, the goods being transported, and the drivers who keep your fleet on the road. This is not because you suspect some nefarious stuff at play but for the sake of your vehicles and having data on hand you may use to improve the running of your fleet.

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Former indie retailer named in New Year’s honours list

TalkingRetail

A former Costcutter retailer who now works for Bestway Wholesale has been awarded a British Empire Medal (BEM) in the Kings New Years Honours list in recognition of his services to the community in Tuxford, Nottinghamshire.

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Unique Event Concepts That Leave a Lasting Impression

365 Retail

Creating memorable event experiences is crucial for businesses aiming to stand out in a crowded marketplace. Unique concepts attract attention and foster deeper connections with attendees. As shoppers become more discerning, the need for innovative event strategies becomes paramount. Engaging your audience effectively can transform a standard event into an unforgettable experience that resonates long after it ends.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

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.

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Pepsico launch limited-edition Extra Flamin’ Hot Walkers

TalkingRetail

Available for eight weeks only, Walkers Extra Flamin Hot will join the existing Walkers Max, Doritos and Wotsits Crunchy line up. The launch aims to drive additional snacking sales for retailers by introducing more shoppers to Extra Flamin Hot.

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A Short Guide to Seasonal Promotions in Retail 

365 Retail

A year in retail has many an ebb and flow. These shifts can manifest in various ways, depending on your niche. For example, a swimwear company may flourish in the summer but see fewer sales in winter, when many others are benefiting from the Christmas rush. When you know how the year plays out, seasonal promotions can be a great way to enhance conversions and revenue.

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Convenience growth to outpace supermarkets

TalkingRetail

Convenience store sales growth will be higher than supermarkets or discounters in the next few years, according to analyst GlobalData. Food and grocery spending in UK convenience stores is projected to reach 43.

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What Is Proof of History?

365 Retail

Time is everything in the world of blockchain. The order in which transactions occur is the backbone of trust in decentralized systems. But how can a network of participants spread across the globe agree on the exact sequence of events without constant communication? This is the challenge that Proof of History (PoH) was designed to solve. By creating an unchangeable timeline of events, PoH eliminates the need for constant coordination, making blockchain networks faster and more efficient.

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Foundational ABM Building Blocks

Account-based marketing (ABM) is a key strategy for driving sustainable growth. Today, many B2B companies use ABM teams or technologies to make sales. But getting a program off the ground successfully doesn’t have to be a daunting task. Watch this webinar with Rachael Foster, Director of Account-Based Experience at ZoomInfo, and Dan Dolph, Manager of Account-Based Experience at ZoomInfo.