Forrester eCommerce
MARCH 5, 2024
It’s Super Tuesday here in the U.S, where the largest number of states will be holding Presidential primaries or caucuses. By tomorrow, the two party’s Presidential nominees will likely have secured their top spots, kicking off the scene for the race to November 5. U.S.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
The Body Shop Canada has filed a Notice of Intention (NOI) to file for protection under the country’s Bankruptcy and Insolvency Act, following a similar filing by the retailer’s UK arm last month. The Body Shop Canada has ceased online sales, and while its stores remain open, the company plans to close 33 of its 105 locations across the country in the near term.
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Forrester eCommerce
MARCH 5, 2024
In the eponymous fairy story, Goldilocks was a little girl in search of perfection. The porridge she stole from unsuspecting bears shouldn’t be too hot or too cold, but just right. Their chairs and beds shouldn’t be too hard or too soft for her, but just right.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
In the last few years, point of purchase has emerged as a sweet spot for effective marketing. These days, it seems like every major retailer has its own channel for serving ads, and advertisers are seizing this opportunity eagerly, to the tune of $114.4 billion in digital spending in 2022 alone. But what works for ecommerce giants like Amazon and Walmart won’t work for Main Street, and with opportunities for small- to medium-sized retailers ripe for the taking, it’s never been more c
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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
MARCH 5, 2024
Photo by Abhinav Sunil Complex organizations need to implement sustainability initiatives that cut across multiple businesses.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
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Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
Every brand is fighting to win and keep customer loyalty, and True Religion is no different. The brand could easily take cues from its fashion peers and tap into the growing supply of emerging Y2K-obsessed content creators to drive buzz. However, True Religion CMO Kristen D’Arcy is looking beyond superficial engagement and is instead focused on connecting with its community in context, whether it’s in Las Vegas during the Super Bowl or on a high school basketball court.
Salsify
MARCH 5, 2024
The human mind's capabilities are nothing short of extraordinary — but even traditional intelligence has its limits. Similarly, artificial intelligence (AI), perhaps against popular belief, is not without limitations either.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
Sunglass Hut has debuted a new loyalty program for eyewear enthusiasts, while rural retailer Tractor Supply has enhanced its Neighbor’s Club loyalty program to help members earn more rewards more quickly. Sunglass Hut Introduces ‘The Sun Club’ Sunglass Hut’s new The Sun Club loyalty program offers both in-store and online shoppers 10 points for every dollar spent, plus bonus points on specific purchases and during certain timeframes.
ESW
MARCH 5, 2024
In the last few years, omnichannel logistics and delivery have become more than a nice-to-have. Omnichannel logistics and delivery are a must-have. Not only do shoppers increasingly demand it, but supply chain complexities and costs incentivise brands to embrace new and innovative ways of moving product. Brands and retailers that have not yet adopted omnichannel strategies may be missing out on opportunities to grow business – especially in global markets.
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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
MARCH 5, 2024
To mark International Women’s Day on March 8, Carhartt will donate up to $250,000 from women’s apparel sales online and in its 43 stores that day to support Metallica Foundation’s All Within My Hands program and its Metallica Scholars initiative. All Within My hands is a philanthropic organization dedicated to creating sustainable communities by connecting future workers with local trade programs.
RetailWire
MARCH 5, 2024
A recently introduced digital twin fit predictor tool for luxury consumers allows them to virtually try out items based on their actual appearance and measurements. This innovation has the potential to significantly reduce returns.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
Target is adding a paid option to its loyalty program, offering free same-day delivery from the retailer’s Shipt subsidiary and its 100+ retail partners. The Target Circle 360 program’s annual $99 fee will be only $49 (for the first year) for customers who sign up from April 7, when the program kicks off, through May 18, 2024. The retailer will still offer its free-to-join Target Circle loyalty program and plans to enhance it by providing its 100 million+ members with access to automatic deals a
TalkingRetail
MARCH 5, 2024
Fox’s Burton’s Companies (FBC UK) is introducing Jammie Dodgers Apple & Blackcurrant Minis to its Jammie Dodgers range. The launch comes as the demand for pre-portioned, mini snacks continues to grow.
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Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 5, 2024
[Update from 3/6/2024] Over the next decade, Target plans to build more than 300 new stores and upgrade the vast majority of its brick-and-mortar fleet, with projects ranging from full remodels to adding Ulta Beauty locations, upgrading fixtures and supporting same-day services. Additionally, Target plans to launch and expand several of its private label owned brands , including: Dealworthy , a new brand designed to provide value on nearly 400 everyday basics across apparel, beauty, electronics
RIS News
MARCH 5, 2024
CEO Josh Silverman shares that Gift Mode is off to a good start. Learn how the company seeks to be an "indispensable partner for all of your gifting missions.
Practical eCommerce
MARCH 5, 2024
Businesses with remote workers need tools to communicate and collaborate on tasks and projects. The post 11 Mobile Apps to Manage a Team appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 5, 2024
A 72-year-old woman has gone viral after being lifted into the air by a shop shutter. Anne Hughes, a cleaner at Best One convenience store in Tonteg, Rhondda Cynon Taf, was hoisted several feet when her coat got caught on the shutter.
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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.
MakeWebBetter
MARCH 5, 2024
Frustrated by Cart Abandonment? Mobile is Your Answer! Customers browse on phones, but your website lags? Don't let a clunky mobile experience cost you sales. Shopline and mobile apps transform your store into a mobile shopping haven, attracting customers and boosting sales. Imagine this: A potential customer, phone in hand, browses your website, excited to [.
RetailDive
MARCH 5, 2024
The apparel box e-retailer lowered its guidance for its full fiscal year, ending in July, and CEO Matt Baer asked for patience with its transformation.
RIS News
MARCH 5, 2024
The company recently shared with RIS News that the rewards program, which has received a series of changes over the last several years, and relaunched in 2021 to accommodate changing consumer demands, will now have added benefits and a new, lower ear
RetailDive
MARCH 5, 2024
The DTC intimates brand is expanding its reach and gaining access to a luxury shopper through the department store.
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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.
365 Retail
MARCH 5, 2024
Social commerce – purchases made directly on social networks – may seem anecdotal to some, but it’s taking off and is expected to grow three times faster than traditional e-commerce, reaching $1.2 trillion by 2025. And, in a sign of things to come, Amazon has just signed an agreement with Meta to offer a new in-app purchase function on Facebook and Instagram.
RetailDive
MARCH 5, 2024
AI-powered chatbots are the top reason consumers abandon an online shopping experience, an Intellias survey found.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 5, 2024
Olio and One Stop started working together in 2021. Since then, they’ve rolled out their Food Waste Heroes programme across 732 One Stop stores, working together closely to make sure as much food as possible is shared across those sites.
RetailDive
MARCH 5, 2024
Target Circle 360 will cost $99 a year and comes as the retailer plans 300 new stores in the coming decade.
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365 Retail
MARCH 5, 2024
N Brown Group plc known for its inclusive fashion and homeware offerings, has recently unveiled its state-of-the-art Product Information Management (PIM) system. This development marks a significant stride in the company’s commitment to transforming its digital infrastructure and enriching the shopping experience for its customers. The new PIM system is engineered to elevate the customer journey on N Brown’s platform by offering enriched product descriptions, including detailed insig
RetailWire
MARCH 5, 2024
North Carolina Attorney General Josh Stein has filed a lawsuit against Canary General Contracting and Design as well as its owners, Steven Sand and Khuneary Kim. The recent lawsuit, initiated on Monday, alleges that the company engaged in deceptive practices aimed at homeowners in Charlotte.
365 Retail
MARCH 5, 2024
MINISO, the global lifestyle retailer, has inaugurated its latest store in East London’s Westfield Stratford City. The event, held on March 1st, saw British media personality Gemma Collins performing the ribbon-cutting ceremony to officially open the store. Situated on the lower ground floor near McDonald’s, the new MINISO outlet covers an area of over 2000 sqft.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 5, 2024
Britvic is offering five retailers the chance to win £1,000 each towards their energy bills this year, alongside a bespoke planogram for their store to help power-up their soft drink sales.
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