Mon.Dec 16, 2024

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Environmental Sustainability: Even If You Change The Route, Keep The Destination

Forrester eCommerce

Theres a school of thought that writes most sustainability efforts off as annoying virtue signaling: Consumers with time and disposable income choose to pay a green premium for products that make them feel good, and companies plant trees and recycle coffee cups to make those customers like them.

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Sustainability and Profitability: How Embedding Sustainability can Boost Business Performance

Retail TouchPoints

The retail sector faces significant challenges in achieving sustainability. Industries such as fashion, for example, face significant customer stakeholder pressure as well as complex, decentralized supply chains with the heavy burden of Scope 3 emissions (approximately 96% of the sector’s total). For home and retailing brands, 98% of emissions are within Scope 3.

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Striking Gold? HSBC’s Gold Token Unlocks New Horizons

Forrester eCommerce

In an era marked by rapid digital transformation, HSBC has boldly stepped into the future of finance with the introduction of its Gold Token in Hong Kong.

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SVP Reveals How Tractor Supply Assesses Tech to Power ‘Legendary’ Service Experiences

Retail TouchPoints

A key aspect of Tractor Supply Company s brand mission is providing legendary customer service. That means investing in technology that both directly and indirectly supports them as they browse and buy across channels. Whether customers decide to shop online, use the mobile app or are face to face with an associate, Tractor Supply offers a number of tools that enable inventory visibility, seamless service and fast checkout.

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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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Sports Direct Opens New Westfield White City Store

365 Retail

Sports Direct has opened a new store at Westfield White City Shopping Centre, London. Spanning 29,000 sq. ft across two floors, the store provides customers with a wide range of sports and fitness products, marking a key milestone for the retailer. Complementing Sports Directs award winning flagship store on Oxford Street, the Westfield White City location offers an extensive selection of performance wear, equipment, and footwear from leading brands, including Nike , Adidas , Under Armour , Puma

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Toys ‘R’ Us to Make Latin America Debut with New Panama Flagship Stores

Retail TouchPoints

WHP Global has partnered with Cotton Candy International to bring both Toys R Us and Babies R Us brick-and-mortar stores to Latin American and Caribbean markets, beginning with flagship stores in Panama that are scheduled to open next year. Toys R Us already has a presence in Mexico thanks to an April 2023 partnership between WHP Global and retailer El Puerto de Liverpool.

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Senate Investigation Finds that Amazon’s ‘Obsession with Speed’ Continues to Harm Warehouse Workers

Retail TouchPoints

The U.S. Senate committee on Health, Education, Labor and Pensions (HELP) , which is led by Senator Bernie Sanders, has released the findings of an 18 -month investigation into the injury rates at Amazon warehouses, which the committee said reveals a deeply troubling picture of how one of the largest corporations in the world treats its workforce. HELP Accuses Amazon of Persistently Dangerous Warehouse Conditions The damning 160 -page report , titled The Injury-Productivity Trade-off: How Amazon

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Reach slammed by Fed for ‘sneaking through’ cover price rises

TalkingRetail

The Federation of Independent Retailers (The Fed) has condemned Reach for using the festive period to try to sneak through cover price rises on its national, daily and weekly newspapers accompanied by a widespread cut in terms.

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Vera Wang Sells IP to WHP Global

Retail TouchPoints

WHP Global has purchased the intellectual property of the iconic Vera Wang brand. Financial terms of the deal, which is expected to close in January 2025, were not provided. Wang herself will continue in her role as Founder and Chief Creative Officer of the brand, joining WHP Global as a shareholder in order to continue shaping the brands creative direction and growth.

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Gopuff launches Santa Hours in London – 24/7 Grocery delivery

TalkingRetail

Gopuff, the instant grocery delivery company, is launching Santa Hours - round-the-clock 24/7 grocery deliveries across London to offer festive convenience to customers.

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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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U.S. Lags in Digital Wallet Adoption

Practical eCommerce

Digital wallets will account for 61% of global ecommerce payments by 2027, per Worldpay. The post U.S. Lags in Digital Wallet Adoption appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Spar North of England upgrades meal deal offer

TalkingRetail

Upgrades have been made to Spar North of Englands range of meal deals, to offer more value and an increased range. The new premium meal deal complements the existing standard meal deal, set at 4.25, which customers are already familiar with.

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McDonald’s Class Action Lawsuit Claims Customers Were Hit With Orange Juice Surcharge

RetailWire

McDonald's is facing a class action lawsuit.

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Dick’s Sporting Goods partners with Xavier Worthy on a ‘holiday shopping sprint’

RetailDive

The campaign with the Kansas City wide receiver is the latest from the athletics retailer, which has partnered with a number of professional athletes throughout the season.

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The GTM Intelligence Era: ZoomInfo 2025 Customer Impact Report

ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!

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Domino’s Teams Up With Stefon Diggs To Give Away $1M in Emergency Pizzas

RetailWire

Domino's and Stefon Diggs have created the "pick-me-up" football fans need.

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True Classic launches at Target

RetailDive

The brand will be sold in 460 of the mass merchant’s stores after testing out a small selection of products on Target’s website in the fall.

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Costco Rejects 98% of Teamster Union Demands as Proposed Strike Looms

RetailWire

Costco workers are threatening to strike if a bargaining agreement is not reached.

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Mango founder Isak Andic dies

RetailDive

The apparel company he founded 40 years ago has grown to 2,800 stores in more than 120 countries and is in the midst of expanding its U.S. footprint.

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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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‘Peak Christmas panic’ expected earlier this year

TalkingRetail

According to analysis from courier serviceGophr,the height of Christmas panic will hit the nation on theFriday before the big day (20 December), two days earlier than last years peak of the 22 December.

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Vera Wang sells namesake brand to WHP Global

RetailDive

Wang will become a shareholder and continue to lead the label’s creative direction.

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12 Top Online Form Builders, Compared

Practical eCommerce

Features, costs and capabilities of software for contacts, surveys, payments, registrations, data, and much more. The post 12 Top Online Form Builders, Compared appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Senate Investigation Alleges Amazon Ignored Alarming Injury Warnings

RetailWire

Amazon says the Senate committee's report is misleading.

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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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Top Online Form Builders, Compared

Practical eCommerce

Features, costs and capabilities of software for contacts, surveys, payments, registrations, data, and much more. The post Top Online Form Builders, Compared appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Disneyland Will Pay $233 Million in California’s Largest-Ever Wage Theft Case

RetailWire

Disneyland reportedly ignored Anaheim's minimum wage law for years.

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Charlotte Tilbury to Open Expanded Flagship Store in Covent Garden

365 Retail

The Award-winning luxury beauty brand Charlotte Tilbury is set to launch an expanded flagship store in Covent Garden early next year, further cementing its success in the area since opening its first store there in 2015. Relocating to a larger anchor unit on the corner of the Royal Opera House and James Street, the new flagship will span 4,300 sq. ftthree times the size of the original James Street store.

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McDonald’s Teams up With Pokemon GO for Limited-Time Restaurant Raid Promotion

RetailWire

McDonald's is teaming up with Pokemon GO for a new promotion.

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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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MINISO to Open Europe’s First MINISO LAND Store in Madrid

365 Retail

Global lifestyle brand MINISO has opened its largest store in Spain and the first MINISO LAND store in Europe on Madrids iconic Gran Via. Officially launched on 20th December 2024, the new flagship store brings MINISOs unique IP theme park-style shopping experience to European shoppers for the first time. Spanning 1,100m across two floors, the store features individual zones dedicated to MINISOs popular IP collaborations, including Harry Potter , Sanrio , Snoopy , and Disney.

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Amazon Workers Threaten Holiday Season Strike: ‘The Clock Is Ticking’

RetailWire

Unionized Amazon workers are pushing for a contract, or a strike may occur.

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Prédictions 2025

Forrester eCommerce

Chaque anne, depuis maintenant une vingtaine danne, je partage une synthse des prvisions que Forrester anticipe pour lanne qui vient.

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Walmart Continues Partnership With Wreaths Across America To Honor Fallen Veterans

RetailWire

Walmart's work with Wreaths Across America began in 2008.

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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.