Forrester eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
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SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
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Forrester eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Most of the hype and boardroom enthusiasm for genAI stems from the belief that AI machines will automate the repeatable tasks that people used to do, thereby saving firms money with fewer employees doing more work. While we believe that’s true for rote knowledge tasks and some knowledge worker roles, it’s not really the point.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Family Dollar will use solutions from Dunnhumby to make merchandising and category management more customer-centric across its store network. Dunnhumby will use customer data science as well as consumer-led insights and collaboration to help Family Dollar make merchandising decisions that drive greater engagement with the retailer’s 66 million shoppers.
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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.
Forrester eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Upbeat budget expectations for 2025 will serve European leaders well, but placing the right bets will be critical to securing a competitive edge. Read a few of our top recommendations.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Patagonia has joined the Pack4Good sustainability initiative from Canopy as it seeks next-generation packaging solutions that are made from non-tree sources such as agricultural waste and non-forest alternative fibers. The retailer already uses 100% recycled content for its packaging and catalogs but is seeking solutions that significantly reduce reliance on primary forest resources.
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Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The retail landscape is a battlefield. Brands constantly fight for customer attention, loyalty, and ultimately a slice of their wallets. Standing out from the crowd requires innovative strategies, and gamification is emerging as a powerful weapon in the fight for retail dominance. But with a vast array of gamification concepts and approaches, navigating this exciting marketing tactic can be tricky.
Forrester eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
We analyzed the Q2 2024 earnings announcements of five large public technology service providers. Big picture, the market is more difficult than in the past decade. First, tech service providers continued slow organic growth or decline in Q2 2024, with little change expected for the rest of the year.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Closeout retailer Big Lots has filed for Chapter 11 protection in the U.S. Bankruptcy Court for the District of Delaware in order to facilitate its sale to an affiliate of Nexus Capital Management. Nexus has agreed to acquire all of the retailer’s assets and ongoing business operations; financial details were not disclosed. Nexus will now serve as the stalking horse bidder in a court-supervised auction that will allow for higher, or otherwise better, offers prior to court approval.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The bankrupt home improvement company, previously Lumber Liquidators, has inked a deal to be acquired by F9 Investments, its largest shareholder.
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Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Walmart is looking to boost its fashion street cred with a 40 -stop traveling tour across the U.S. this fall to showcase its fashion offerings. The Walmart Style Tour kicks off today at the Taste of Chicago and will continue through the end of October, with stops including Los Angeles, New York and Dallas. The traveling pop-up will feature Walmart’s most popular owned brands , including Scoop and Free Assembly , as well as a curated selection of the latest fall trends from the retailer’s broader
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The retailer will bring its Style Tour to over 40 stops across the U.S. as a way to “shorten the distance between inspiration and commerce.
Practical eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Search Console is the free powerhouse for organic rankings. Yet some helpful reports are little used. The post Underused SEO Reports in Search Console appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Concerns around high interest rates and inflation are stressing consumers’ budgets, according to a recent report.
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Practical eCommerce
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Recommerce is booming. Here's a rundown of leading brands' sustainability initiatives and in-house resale marketplaces. The post Top Resale Sites from Consumer Brands appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The generative AI-enabled feature is part of a larger effort to enhance the search engine’s ability to help shoppers buy apparel online.
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Panasonic Energy, a division of the Panasonic Group, has officially announced the commencement of mass production for its new 4680 cylindrical lithium-ion batteries, marking a significant advancement in automotive battery technology.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The family-run company filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy in May and the liquidation of its 42 retail stores began. Here’s what that looked like at one location.
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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
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The apple juice recall began early last week.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The discount chain has selected Dunnhumby to power a platform aimed at localizing product assortment to better meet shoppers’ needs.
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The shoes honor the iconic Nickelodeon characters.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Timed to marathon season, “Winning isn’t Comfortable” extends a hard-edged approach, showing runners battered by the elements.
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.
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Eagle Produce LLC is recalling the fruit due to the potential for contamination.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Small-to-medium-sized e-commerce businesses benefit from partnering with a shipping solution that can support their growth.
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Despite restructuring efforts, Big Lots could not keep up with current economic pressures.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The bargain-focused retailer said Nexus Capital Management has offered a $620 million stalking horse bid.
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RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Only two items have been affected in the Costco recall.
TalkingRetail
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Red Bull is launching its Winter Edition – Iced Vanilla Berry. Red Bull Winter Edition Iced Vanilla Berry combines the flavours of blueberry, vanilla, cotton candy and “icy-fresh” notes of eucalyptus.
RetailWire
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
Alimentation Couche-Tard Inc. has shared an official response to the rejection of its takeover bid of 7-Eleven.
RetailDive
SEPTEMBER 9, 2024
The retailer said its current network will suffice following supply chain improvements made over the last few years.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
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