Forrester eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Welcome back to Forrester’s blog series “50/50,” where we showcase two sides of a B2C marketing issue. This time, we explore how consumers feel about Capital One’s bid to acquire Discover — and how differentiated credit card brands are in the eyes of customers.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
In a pharmacy in Seattle, when the temperature in its drug storage refrigerator falls below protocols, an automated alert warns the store manager before temperature-critical medicines spoil. In a clothing store in Phoenix, the AC automatically adjusts to keep customers comfortable and lingering longer, happily trying on sweaters in the store’s new fall collection despite the blistering 100-degree late-summer day.
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Forrester eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Read Principal Analyst Emily Pfeiffer's insights on the shifts in the B2C Commerce market over the past two years.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
NBCUniversal and Instacart are expanding their existing partnership to include a new retail media workstream that will enable Instacart’s CPG advertisers to connect with consumers via NBCU’s streaming and linear television content. In late 2023, the companies teamed up to include access to NBCU’s streaming platform Peacock as part of the Instacart+ membership package.
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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
MAY 6, 2024
Now that The Forrester Wave™: Commerce Solutions for B2B, Q2 2024 is released, I can share an update of my perspective on The MACH Alliance.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
Seven years into its most recent comeback, teen fashion retailer Rue21 has filed for its third bankruptcy, citing “the continued growth of online shopping, industry competition, inflation and macroeconomic headwinds.” Over the past two decades the mall-based retailer has struggled to regain the popularity it enjoyed during its heyday in the late ’90s.
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Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
Walmart has simplified the process for shoppers who want to support their local schools with the new Connected Accounts feature on the Box Tops for Education app. Shoppers can now give back by connecting their Walmart account with the Box Tops app, without needing to scan or submit receipts. Families can earn when they download the app, connect their account and buy Box Tops’ participating General Mills products at Walmart, both in-store and online.
Forrester eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
The B2B commerce solutions market is no longer “A Tale of Two Cities” – stuck between choosing either cloud architecture or robust features. Collectively, the vendors have closed the chasm: the new school cloud-native vendors have invested in features – and the stalwarts have invested in modernized architecture.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
Kohl’s has become the latest retailer to enable same-day delivery via Instacart , allowing customers to have accessories, home goods, skincare and beauty items delivered in as fast as one hour from all 1,172 Kohl’s stores. Shoppers using the Kohl’s Instacart storefront can earn Kohl’s Rewards on these orders, which are priced the same for delivery and in-store purchase.
Practical eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Enabling memory in ChatGPT facilitates personalized responses. The related "temporary chats" option is handy for privacy. The post Using ChatGPT’s Memory Feature appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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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.
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 6, 2024
Rebecca Minkoff doesn’t just like taking risks — she’s addicted to it. “It’s all about pushing myself out of my comfort zone continuously,” she said in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. “That’s where I get my adrenaline. I have team members helping me every day, but I’m spearheading the ideation and planning every day. That’s what takes me out of my comfort zone.
RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
Nurses play a vital role in healthcare, and their dedication often goes unnoticed. National Nurses Week, spanning from May 6 to 12, aims to acknowledge their hard work.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
In addition to education and funding, “The Workshop at Macy’s” provides various opportunities to sell via the department store.
Wiser
MAY 6, 2024
In the fast-paced retail industry, strategic assortment optimization is essential for maintaining relevance and profitability. Retailers are constantly required to adjust to changing market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive dynamics. Although price intelligence is important, the true foundation of retail success lies in effectively curating a product assortment.
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RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
The channel, which is expected to grow 51% this year, accounts for about 60% of companies’ total sales, according to a recent NuOrder report.
Wiser
MAY 6, 2024
The ‘Perfect Pour’ strategy is not just about serving beer; it’s an orchestrated attempt to enhance the consumer’s experience, aiming to elevate the act of beer consumption into a memorable event that fosters brand loyalty and boosts purchase intent. However, measuring the impact of such a strategy presents unique challenges, particularly when it comes to gathering unbiased, consumer-centric data that accurately reflects the effect of bar staff training on the customer ex
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
The retailer said in court documents that suppliers were not paid, leading to shipment delays, order cancellations and merchandise shortages.
RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
Steward Health Care's plunge into bankruptcy protection has stirred considerable attention and concern.
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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.
CPC Strategy
MAY 6, 2024
Amazon Unlocking AMC Insights Series: Leveraging Media Overlap Analysis for Enhanced Conversions By Tinuiti Team May 06 2024 In today’s data-driven marketing landscape, the ability to ask the right questions is paramount. Amazon Marketing Cloud (AMC) emerges as the magic 8-ball of advertising solutions, offering advertisers a robust platform for precise analytics and strategic decision-making.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
Azazie Studio is closed to the public and will be used to host private events, bridal celebrations, style and influencer appointments, gifting suites and more.
RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
Rue21 is the latest brick-and-mortar clothing retailer to file for bankruptcy.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
None of the warehouse’s 456 associates were harmed during the disaster and are being given resources to help with temporary work relocation.
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RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
Qantas is paying the biggest fine of its history to settle the reputational crisis.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
The beauty savings event is back for the second year — following the company teasing a July return to Prime Day.
RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
Hyundai is set to invest almost $1 billion in Motional, securing a majority stake in the self-driving startup and providing vital capital for its ongoing operations.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
Shoppers can place orders for a same day or scheduled delivery, as the retailer continues to leverage its physical footprint.
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Practical eCommerce
MAY 6, 2024
Enabling memory in ChatGPT facilitates personalized responses. The related "temporary chats" option is handy for privacy. The post Using ChatGPT’s Memory Feature appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
The celebrity couple said the brand offers high quality pet food, lifestyle goods and content.
RetailWire
MAY 6, 2024
European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the EU's readiness to utilize all available trade tools to safeguard its economies amidst concerns over China's market practices.
RetailDive
MAY 6, 2024
The brand also increased its dorm essentials and expanded a collaboration with LoveShackFancy.
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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