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What Is Rich Product Content? | Salsify

Salsify

Product pages may seem simple at the surface: a page title, a short description, a few bullet points, and a photo or two showing shoppers what would appear on their doorstep if they clicked “buy it now.

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Move Past Hype to Focus on Value with AI Implementations in the POS Space

Retail TouchPoints

Businesses and organizations across virtually all markets and niches are exploring how artificial intelligence (AI) could benefit their operations. Although the technology has been steadily advancing for decades, recent availability of large language models (LLMs) that make AI platforms easy to use have convinced business leaders that AI insights for their employees can just be a question-and-answer interaction away.

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Consumers, Meet Your Virtual Match: Your Digital Double

Forrester eCommerce

You soon may be able to build an algorithm that makes algorithms work for you. Introducing the digital double: a consumer-owned, algorithmically driven AI agent.

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New Eddie Bauer Smart Glasses Integrate ChatGPT

Retail TouchPoints

Innovative Eyewear , which develops smart eyewear under the Lucyd , Nautica , Eddie Bauer and Reebok brands, has launched a new Eddie Bauer smart eyewear collection that includes voice access to ChatGPT. “We are pleased to introduce Eddie Bauer’s next adventure in innovation to its audience of brand fans,” said Sierra McPhillips, VP of Brand at Authentic Brands Group , which acquired the Eddie Bauer brand in 2021.

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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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Dick’s Sporting Goods is taking share ‘across the board’ as sales stay strong

RetailDive

As it expands House of Sport, openings of the experiential format at local malls are driving meaningful traffic growth to those shopping centers.

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The Great Small-Format Store Experiment – Brand Boon or Bust for Retailers?

Retail TouchPoints

In today’s dynamic retail landscape, characterized by shifting consumer behaviors and evolving preferences, the traditional approach to real estate and store formats is undergoing a significant transformation. As foot traffic declines, exacerbated by the pandemic and the proliferation of delivery options, retailers are compelled to reassess their strategies.

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Petco Charity to Host NYC Block Party; Leadership Shakeups Continue in Retail Division

Retail TouchPoints

Petco Love , the nonprofit arm of pet care retailer Petco , will celebrate its 25th anniversary this weekend with a block party and adoption event at NYC’s Union Square Park. The event is taking place as the retail arm of the company is undergoing a leadership transition, with a new executive structure and two C-suite appointments following the departure of CEO Ron Coughlin in March.

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ConocoPhillips Agrees To Acquire Marathon Oil in $22.5 Billion Deal

RetailWire

In a significant move in the energy sector, ConocoPhillips has announced its acquisition of Marathon Oil in an all-stock transaction valued at $22.5 billion, inclusive of approximately $5.4 billion in debt.

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How Yuppy Puppy is Creating a Luxe Space Pet Parents Love

Retail TouchPoints

For today’s pet owners, their dogs, cats and even iguanas aren’t just part of the household — they’re integral to the family. This is especially true among younger consumers, like the 67% of millennials and Gen Zers who plan to have pets instead of kids. While cost was a leading reason for this pivot, consumers still plan to spend big bucks to show love towards their “fur babies.

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New Ecommerce Tools: May 29, 2024

Practical eCommerce

This installment of our weekly rundown includes updates on generative AI, product images, page speed optimization, automated marketing, omnichannel management, and more. The post New Ecommerce Tools: May 29, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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#RICE24 Solution Spotlight: Retasmart Makes Omnichannel a Reality

Retail TouchPoints

Retasmart is designed to enable retailers to unify all channels and experiences in one solution, allowing them to solve challenges related to inventory management, customer engagement, payment options, reporting and analytics, and multichannel retailing — all from a single platform. With Retasmart’s all-in-one commerce platform, businesses can effectively sync their online and in-person sales.

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Streamlining Ecommerce Expansion Through Partnership

ESW

The global ecommerce landscape is full of opportunities for businesses to broaden their horizons beyond domestic borders. However, venturing into the international market presents a myriad of challenges—from navigating complex logistics to ensuring a seamless customer experience across diverse cultures. One of the easiest ways to streamline ecommerce expansion (and set your brand up for long-term international success) is to enlist partners who specialise in the areas of direct to consumer (DT

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Walmart Debuts Larger-Format Neighborhood Market Stores in Florida and Georgia

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart has opened two new Neighborhood Market stores that are over 40% larger than the average-sized location in this format, boasting 57,000 square feet of selling, pickup and delivery space. Located in the Dune Lakes area of Santa Rosa Beach, Fla. and the Vine City neighborhood of Atlanta, the stores feature wider aisles, a health services room in pharmacies for privacy during vaccinations and consultations, and a Mother’s Room for nursing moms.

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May 2024 SEO News Recap

ROI Revolution

Welcome to our May 2024 SEO News Recap! This month, we cover Google’s latest updates to the Knowledge Graph, an important update to how Google classifies video pages, Google’s enforcement of their site reputation abuse policy, and more. Jump to each May 2024 SEO News Recap news topic using the links below: Recovering from the Helpful Content Update: What to Expect About Google’s 2024 E-E-A-T Knowledge Graph Update Google Deindexed Many Pages in February 2024 Google is Deindexing Non-

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Dollar Tree Buys 170 Stores and IP of Bankrupt 99 Cents Only

Retail TouchPoints

Dollar Tree, Inc. has acquired designation rights for the leases at 170 of the stores that had been operated by 99 Cents Only. The retailer announced last month that it would wind down operations and sell all 371 stores following its bankruptcy filing after 40 years in operation. Additionally, Ollie’s Bargain Outlet Holdings will purchase 11 of 99 Cents Only’s stores.

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Streamlining Ecommerce Expansion with a DTC Partner

ESW

The global ecommerce landscape is full of opportunities for businesses to broaden their horizons beyond domestic borders. However, venturing into the international market presents a myriad of challenges—from navigating complex logistics to ensuring a seamless customer experience across diverse cultures. One of the easiest ways to streamline ecommerce expansion (and set your brand up for long-term international success) is to enlist partners who specialise in the areas of direct to consumer (DT

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Schnucks Joins Digital Network for Delivering Personalized Promotions

Retail TouchPoints

Schnuck Markets has joined the Ibotta Performance Network (IPN), a digital network that delivers coordinated promotions across retailer platforms, third-party publisher sites and Ibotta’s DTC properties. Digital offers from the IPN, including personalized offers and rewards, will become available to Schnucks customers later this year. In addition to offering Schnucks shoppers exclusive product offers, the companies’ partnership also encompasses R&D for co-developing new customer experiences

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DOL overtime expansion ‘unlawful,’ business groups argue

RetailDive

The plaintiffs, including the National Retail Federation, filed a lawsuit in the same court that enjoined an Obama-era overtime rule, saying “the Department has done it again.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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Starbucks To Resume Union Negotiations in an Attempt To Confront Store Issues

RetailWire

Starbucks will resume union negotiations with its baristas this week to work toward better overall working conditions.

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Debit cards face rising digital wallet competition: report

RetailDive

Roughly 72% of consumers say they swipe, dip or tap a debit card at the point of sale, a larger portion than credit cards, checks and digital wallets, according to a consumer survey by research firm J.D. Power.

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First electric Mobile Post Office trialled in Wales

TalkingRetail

The first full-electric Post Office branded vehicle has reportedly been successfully trialled in the UK. Pembroke Postmaster Mark Wilson and his team operate a Mobile Post Office serving 11 communities in rural Pembrokeshire. He has swapped his previous diesel vehicle for an electric one.

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Petco names new chief stores officer as COO exits

RetailDive

The pet retailer also fired its chief merchandising and supply chain officer and named five people to its executive leadership team.

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Omnichannel E-Commerce: Drive More Revenue at Less Cost

Today’s e-commerce landscape is vast and it’s moving fast and is fiercely competitive. To thrive you need to offer the right products to the right customers on the best channels. Learn how to successfully harness the power of omnichannel selling to reach more online buyers, diversify and grow revenue, and reduce cost – while delivering a seamless "shop to ship" customer experience across all channels.

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Co-op announces fruit and veg price cuts

TalkingRetail

Co-op is chopping prices for its member owners across up to 54 fruit and veg lines, with the move set to include its long-standing ‘Fresh 3’ promotional offer as the retailer continues its investment in price reductions.

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Private equity firm acquires majority stake in Feat Clothing

RetailDive

Co-Founder Taylor Offer will step down as CEO while the remainder of Feat Clothing’s team will stay in place.

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Bucherer Opens Boutique in Basel

365 Retail

Bucherer 1888 announces the reopening of its boutique in Basel at a new address. Located in the heart of the city and spanning over 700 m², the two-storey store stands out for its carefully curated portfolio of luxury watch and jewellery brands. Situated in a historic building on Basel’s renowned Freie Strasse, the new Bucherer boutique occupies 700 m² over two floors.

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Chewy posts 3.1% sales gain in Q1, announces $500M share repurchase program

RetailDive

The online pet retailer boosted its profits during the quarter even as its active customer base continues to shrink.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s

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JD Sports and Under Armour Transform Westfield Stratford City into an Urban Playground

365 Retail

Westfield Stratford City transformed into an Urban Playground over the Bank Holiday weekend as JD Sports , a leading retailer of sports fashion and footwear, partnered with Under Armour , a prominent athletic performance brand. The event featured a street-inspired challenge arena that spanned 10 metres in width, attracting over 600 visitors eager to test their reaction, power, strength, and precision.

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Beyond Yoga expands on the West Coast with new store in Washington state

RetailDive

This is the lifestyle brand’s second store outside of California and seventh overall.

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EE Revolutionises Retail Experience with Aptos’ Cloud-Based POS Solution

365 Retail

Aptos announced today that EE is introducing a new cloud-based POS solution from Aptos in its retail stores. This technology aims to enhance EE’s customer engagement capabilities while reducing the IT infrastructure footprint in each store. Following a successful six-week pilot across 15 stores, the POS software is now being rolled out to EE’s more than 400 stores across the UK.

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Morrisons and Rontec open 100th store

TalkingRetail

With the opening of a Morrisons Daily store in Knowsley, north-east of Liverpool, Rontec and Morrisons have reached the milestone of 100 stores together.

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

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.