My Wife Quit Her Job

JULY 16, 2024

In this episode, Toni and I discuss the right way to run an email sale campaign based on one of her largest clients. I learned a lot from this episode, and I’m positive that you will too. What You’ll Learn How to run an email sale campaign An inside look at how an ecommerce company organizes email subscribers The principles for getting someone to buy from email Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 8 years.

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Forrester eCommerce

JULY 16, 2024

Creating our generative AI tool, Izola, taught us some very valuable lessons. Here are five that may help you on your own genAI journey.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

Stop & Shop will shutter 32 supermarkets in Connecticut, Massachusetts, New York, New Jersey and Rhode Island by Nov. 2, 2024. The retailer, a division of Ahold Delhaize , will still operate more than 350 stores in this region following the closures, and associates at the affected stores will be offered alternate positions with the company. “As we announced in May, Stop & Shop has evaluated its overall store portfolio and made the difficult decision to close underperforming stores to cre

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Forrester eCommerce

JULY 16, 2024

With all of the attention bestowed on AI, it may feel as though every day is AI Appreciation Day. Today — on the actual AI Appreciation Day — we look at its impact on companies and on society and how hesitant leaders can get on board.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

Shein ’s latest pop-up in Canada, a retro-inspired four -day event that took place in Montreal from July 11-14, drew more than 10,000 visitors. The pop-up comes amid a major push by the fast fashion app to grow its Canadian consumer base that also has included a sustainability-focused pop-up in Vancouver and a “moving billboard” campaign on streetcars across Toronto.

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Forrester eCommerce

JULY 16, 2024

I last wrote about content tech in the Spring, in a blog about Adobe Summit announcements featuring AI for content, data and customer journey innovations. This week — along with a brief respite from a mid-summer heat wave – came news of an acquisition in a key, albeit niche, area of content tech.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

If you want to increase your organic rank that's not something you can do overnight. Instead, you'll need some time and patience, along with a lot of SEO optimization. Fortunately, there are some great options that involve SEO for eCommerce websites, so you can get noticed and start getting ahead of the competition. Here's what you'll need to consider.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

British multi-category retailer Marks & Spencer plans to open at least 10 new convenience stores in conjunction with its franchise partners and refresh up to 50 existing c-stores this year as it looks to grow its £1 billion ( $1.3 billion ) convenience business. The company kicked off the c-store push earlier this month with the reopening of its Liverpool Street Station Mezzanine store, which was renewed in partnership with travel food retailer SSP.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

To Google, user experience is everything. Google values what website visitors do when they land on a website, and that can directly impact search engine optimization. SEO UX is not something any website can ignore, but what is it, and how can you optimize it? The Importance of Page Experience in Google Search Engine Results One of the core ranking systems used by Google relates to the quality of content on a website.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

Within the retail industry, staff training, teaching and upskilling is a widely recognized challenge. Several factors play into this, and unfortunately, things aren’t getting easier for educators in retail. First, the retail industry continuously demonstrates some of the highest staff turnover rates , especially for frontline workers. This means that onboarding is a continual process for many mentors.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

If you're struggling to get your business' content in front of the right audience you're definitely not alone. Fortunately, there are some great ways to find your audience and give them what they're looking for. One of those ways is through determining the difference between organic search vs. paid search and whether you should use one or both types to increase your chances of success.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

Ace Hardware remains remarkably spry for a centenarian. The retailer-owned cooperative has already opened 100 new stores this year, halfway to its goal of 200 store openings by the end of 2024. One of those new stores, in Roswell, Ga., was the retailer’s 5,000 th U.S. location; Ace now operates more than 5,800 stores across all 50 states and 60 countries.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

Why eCommerce Video Marketing? Many brands use eCommerce video ads to build trust, spread the word about their services, and build a wider customer base. In fact, experts say 50% of people look for videos about products and services when visiting business websites. Meanwhile, 97% of marketers claim that eCommerce video helps users understand their brand better.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 16, 2024

The grocery sector is primed to benefit significantly from the opportunity that AI presents, both for retailers and shoppers alike. Grocery stores have voluminous catalogs and their many products have a wide range of attributes. Whether it’s ground beef, canned goods or frozen food, the distinctions inherent in these very dissimilar categories must be handled differently.

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Speaker: Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader

In today’s competitive market, pricing is more than just a number — it’s the cornerstone of profitability. The right pricing strategy ensures that you capture the true value of your offering, paving the way for sustainable growth and long-term success. Join Igli Laci, Strategic Finance Leader, in this exclusive session where he will explore how a well-crafted pricing approach balances customer perception with business objectives, creating a powerful tool for securing both competitive advantage a

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

Whether you're a digital marketing pro or an eCommerce business owner who is constantly working to get your name in front of your target market, it's important to stay on top of the ever-changing trends in the content marketing arena. Fast-evolving AI, voice search optimization, and subscription models are just a few of the trends that are taking content marketing by storm.

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Salsify

JULY 16, 2024

To a child who learns about the world primarily from cartoons, it’s easy to mistakenly conclude that encounters with quicksand, falling anvils, and mysterious treasure maps might one day become semi-frequent features of adult life.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

You likely have plenty of pages on your site to promote your different products. These product pages help to present your items for sale in a positive light to encourage purchases. However, when designing outstanding PPC campaigns, you need to have something more than product pages designed: you need excellent landing pages. The best landing pages will help you turn all your ad clicks into leads and then customers.

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Practical eCommerce

JULY 16, 2024

Deciphering credit card processing statements is typically complicated at best. AI tools can help. The post AI Unravels Payment Processing Statements appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

Social media offers businesses like yours a perfect way to engage and interact with your customers. With more than two-thirds of Americans reporting that they use Facebook, you can see how many potential customers you can reach across the different platforms. You have the chance to build a community and then use it to drive conversions directly with PPC advertising and social media eCommerce marketing.

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TalkingRetail

JULY 16, 2024

The National Business Crime Centre is calling for Tobacco Track and Trace (TT&T) technology to be made available to policing in order to crack down on the illicit trade in stolen tobacco and its resale on the black market.

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Groove

JULY 16, 2024

According to Pew Research, 68% of adults in the United States use Facebook —and many users are likely a part of your target market. Using Facebook ads can drive brand recognition, customer acquisition, and conversions can help you reach your audience. Here, we'll take a look at how you can use Facebook ads for eCommerce to help your target market understand what you're offering—and how to get them to take the leap from learning about your brand to becoming a repeat customer.

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RetailDive

JULY 16, 2024

CEO Andy Jassy first mentioned the tool in February and said it marked “a significant customer experience improvement for discovery.

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Practical eCommerce

JULY 16, 2024

Aligning content with each phase of a buying journey helps drive shoppers to a purchase. The post Content Mapping for Customer Journeys appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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RetailWire

JULY 16, 2024

Hugo Boss saw its shares drop as much as 10% following a downward spiral in its sales forecast. This highlights ongoing challenges in the luxury fashion industry.

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TalkingRetail

JULY 16, 2024

Coca-Cola has launched its summer food-fest truck tour and ‘recipe for magic’ marketing campaign. Coca-Cola will be visiting 16 retail customer sites and sponsoring seven food festivals across the country.

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RetailDive

JULY 16, 2024

Spending per child is projected to be $586, with overall market spend reaching $31.3 billion, according to a recent survey from Deloitte.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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RetailWire

JULY 16, 2024

In the midst of political turmoil currently affecting the world at large, it's no surprise that the Russian cybersecurity company Kaspersky Lab will shut down its U.S. operations and lay off its U.S.-based employees.

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RetailDive

JULY 16, 2024

The chain saw 11 billion impressions in Q1, including strong performance offsite, while No. 2 Target generated fewer than 7 billion impressions.

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RetailWire

JULY 16, 2024

Trader Joe's "Everything but The Bagel" seasoning, known for its blend of garlic, onion, and poppy seeds, is popular in the U.S. but banned in South Korea as being a narcotic.

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RetailDive

JULY 16, 2024

The drugstore retailer stated that customer’s social security numbers, financial information and patient information was not impacted.

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Speaker: Hilary Akhaabi, PhD - Founder, Chief Financial & Operations Officer at Go Africa Global

In the fast-paced world of corporate finance, staying ahead of the curve is crucial for sustainable growth and profitability. This exclusive webinar with leading expert Hilary Akhaabi, PhD, will teach you practical ways to navigate complex financial landscapes and enhance your company's revenue management capabilities. Whether you're aiming to refine your financial strategies or seeking innovative solutions to drive performance, this new session is for you!

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