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Rage Against The Machine: Confront The Agency AI Fear Factor With Workforce Literacy

Forrester eCommerce

The failure to rise to the AI moment puts the future of the agency industry and a decade of agencies’ business change at risk. Learn what it takes to help employees gain the skills and confidence to master AI so that fear of AI doesn’t master them.

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Kohl’s Expands Return Services for Additional Brands and Retailers

Retail TouchPoints

Kohl’s has added brands including Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s to its newly christened in-store returns service, The Return Drop @ Kohl’s. The retailer has partnered with Inmar Post-Purchase Solutions and Narvar to provide shoppers with package-free, label-free returns in its 1,100+ stores nationwide. Kohl’s has years of experience in this area; the retailer partnered with Amazon in 2017 to accept returns for the ecommerce giant, expanding the service chainwide in 2019.

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Announcing The Forrester Continuous Automation Testing (CAT) Services, Q2 2024

Forrester eCommerce

We evaluated 13 of the top continuous testing services players.

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How Data and AI are Driving More Sustainable Retail Sourcing

Retail TouchPoints

Consumers’ calls for sustainability have never been louder. A record 78% of consumers now say sustainability is important , and these shoppers increasingly are holding companies accountable not only for their direct operations, but also for the environmental and social impact of their entire supply chain. Those hardening consumer preferences, along with heightening scrutiny of retail operations from governments and investors, are rapidly pushing businesses to seek innovative solutions that ensur

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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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Outcome-Based Digital Experiences Drive Desired Outcomes For Both Consumers And Brands

Forrester eCommerce

Learn how you can gain competitive advantage through outcome-based digital ecosystems.

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Cannabis Brand Pot + Pan Bakes Up First Store in Portland

Retail TouchPoints

Cannabis edibles brand Pot + Pan will open its first retail store in Portland, Maine on June 15, 2024, in the Woodfords Corner neighborhood. The Pot + Pan Kitchen will feature a curated selection of kitchenware and lifestyle products alongside a 21+ cannabis experience. Image courtesy Pot + Pan The Pot + Pan ethos, to “bite boldly, savor joyfully and celebrate the everyday,” is carried through in the store’s design.

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Walmart Zeroes in on Gen Z with Private Label Apparel Relaunch

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart has relaunched its $2 billion No Boundaries private label fashion brand with styles, sizes and features designed to appeal to Gen Z consumers. Launching in Walmart stores on July 16, 2024, the reimagined line features 130 pieces spanning women’s clothing and intimates, men’s apparel, shoes and accessories, with 80% of the items retailing for less than $15 and many pieces for just $5.

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Walmart+ Week returns Monday ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day

RetailDive

This year's event includes deals on fuel, cash back on flights booked through Walmart+ Travel and a mystery offer.

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Interview with Ranjan Roy of Adore Me: Meet the Ecommerce Advisory Council

Retail TouchPoints

In our bi-monthly advisory council meetings, we discuss top-of-mind trends and current challenges facing the retail industry. One major trend that has dominated the conversation lately is generative AI. According to a recent survey by NVIDIA, 98% of retailers plan to invest in generative AI in the next 18 months.

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Rihanna launches Fenty Hair

RetailDive

The brand, which launched on the Fenty Beauty website Thursday, includes nine hair care and styling products built around the concept of repair.

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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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Supreme Court Sides with Starbucks, Saying NLRB Overstepped its Authority

Retail TouchPoints

The recently decided Starbucks v. McKinney case, which tested the National Labor Relations Board’s authority to demand that workers fired for union organizing be reinstated, went in the retailer’s favor in a near-unanimous U.S. Supreme Court decision. A group of Starbucks workers labeling themselves the “Memphis Seven” had invited a TV news crew into a closed Starbucks store and were subsequently fired for violating company rules, although the group claimed they were let go because of their unio

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Kohl’s introduces Return Drop service to stores nationwide

RetailDive

In addition to its Amazon partnership, the department store will now accept returns from brands like Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s.

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Natural Dog CEO Is an Acquisition Entrepreneur

Practical eCommerce

Bill D'Alessandro has owned eight ecommerce businesses across 14 years. Natural Dog Company is the latest. "My niche is acquisition entrepreneurship," he says. The post Natural Dog CEO Is an Acquisition Entrepreneur appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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US consumers don’t trust Temu, but still shop there: report

RetailDive

The survey, conducted by Omnisend, found that 17.5% of global respondents think Temu could surpass Amazon as the leading e-commerce platform.

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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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Boeing Investigates New Issues With 787 Dreamliners

RetailWire

Boeing continues to face issues with its airplanes.

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Walmart targets Gen Z with apparel brand relaunch

RetailDive

The overhaul of its “No Boundaries” private label is the retailer’s latest attempt to gain traction in fashion, this time with casual style and low prices.

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Tyson Foods CFO Arrested for DWI, Suspended From Company

RetailWire

This is the second arrest for the Tyson Foods CFO.

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Torrid moves toward 50-50 mall split as sales fall 5%

RetailDive

CEO Lisa Harper said that while 65% of the apparel retailer’s stores are currently inside malls, shoppers are increasingly going off-mall.

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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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The Evolution of In-Store Analytics: How Image Recognition Technology is Transforming Retail Execution

Wiser

In the fast-paced retail sector, staying ahead means leveraging technology to enhance visibility and compliance across store operations. Image recognition technology is leading this transformation by enabling brands and retailers to maintain competitive edges through accurate, real-time data capture and analysis. The Rise of Image Recognition in Retail Image recognition technology uses cameras and a layer of AI to interpret and analyze visual information from store shelves.

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The Weekly Closeout: GameStop raises $2B and Bark Air has a ruff start

RetailDive

The meme stock frenzy continues to be kind to the gaming retailer, while Bark’s new airline effort faced a lawsuit within its first month of operation.

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Wee Shorties hits the shelves

TalkingRetail

Walker’s Shortbread is tapping into snacking formats with Wee Shorties travel-friendly mini bitesize pieces.

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Tesla Shareholders Approve Musk’s $45 Billion Pay Package

RetailWire

Tesla shareholders have approved a $45 billion compensation package for CEO Elon Musk following a contentious referendum.

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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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Scottish sub-postmasters formally cleared in Horizon scandal

TalkingRetail

Scotland has followed England and Wales by formally clearing all sub-postmasters who were wrongly convicted as part of the Horizon scandal. Emergency legislation passed by the Scottish Parliament has been given Royal Assent and came into force today (14 September), exonerating the postmasters.

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Former NSA Head Joins OpenAI Board and Safety Committee

RetailWire

On Thursday, OpenAI revealed that retired General Paul Nakasone, who previously led the National Security Agency, is joining its board of directors.

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Co-op franchisee adds second Welsh store with third to come

TalkingRetail

A newly-built Co-op opened this week in Morriston on the outskirts of Swansea, south Wales. The purpose-built store has resulted in 17 new jobs and will operate as a franchise run by United Service Stations (USS).

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A Dozen Wells Fargo Employees Fired for Allegedly Faking Work

RetailWire

The affected employees were reportedly simulating being on their keyboards.

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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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Best POS System With Barcode Scanner

Korona

The post Best POS System With Barcode Scanner appeared first on KORONA POS.

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Passport Renewals Are Available Online Again

RetailWire

After a multi-year pause, passport renewals are available online again.

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Election in full swing | Viewpoint: Jonathan James

TalkingRetail

As I write, the national press is full of the general election campaigns and very little else. Whatever the outcome, the new government certainly has its work cut out.

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Google Faces Trial in US Antitrust Case Over Digital Advertising

RetailWire

In a significant development, Alphabet's Google will face trial over allegations from U.S. antitrust enforcers that it illegally dominates the online advertising technology market.

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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.