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The Waste Management Challenge of the Holiday Season

Retail TouchPoints

The holiday season brings a surge in shopping, both in-store and online. From mountains of packaging to returned products that may contain hazardous materials, management of returned, damaged or expired products becomes increasingly complex and voluminous during the holidays and post-holiday season. Retailers must navigate these challenges while staying compliant with regulations so they can ensure smooth operations and demonstrate environmental responsibility.

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Introducing the Forrester IT Management Systems Architecture

Forrester eCommerce

I’m pleased to announce the publication today of the Forrester IT Management Systems Architecture. IT (Information Technology) uses a wide variety of systems to effectively run itself. Unlike other business areas, the discipline of IT management still relies on point, best-of-breed solutions, which require extensive integration to make them all work together.

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Further details of disposable vape ban set out by Defra

TalkingRetail

ACS has welcomed new guidance published by the government ahead of the introduction of a ban on single-use vapes in June.

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Dunelm Expands UK Manufacturing for Made-to-Measure Curtains, Blinds, and Shutters

365 Retail

Dunelm, the UKs largest homewares retailer, is doubling down on its UK manufacturing heritage by expanding its bespoke Made to Measure services for customers and further developing its offer across Curtains, Blinds and Shutters. Based in the Midlands, Dunelm is creating 60 new jobs as part of the expansion, increasing the number of colleagues at its manufacturing sites in the area to 310 in a boost to the local economy.

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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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Report shows changing perception of frozen food among consumers

TalkingRetail

A new report indicates that brands and retailers can no longer rely on price to entice more consumers into the freezer aisle as sustainability, additives and health are all playing bigger factors in shoppers choice.

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Battersea Power Station Celebrates Record-Breaking Festive Sales and Visitor Growth

365 Retail

Battersea Power Station experienced its most successful festive season to date, with sales increasing by 13.4% in November and December 2024 and footfall growing by 11% compared to the same period in 2023. This record-breaking Christmas trading period capped off a strong year for the riverside neighbourhood, which welcomed over 26 million visitors since its grand opening in October 2022.

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Co-op Opens First Store of 2025

365 Retail

Co-op has launched its first new store of 2025 in Salford Quays, kicking off an ambitious year of convenience growth for the retailer. The new store, located on the ground floor of Anchorage Gatewaya 29-storey residential developmentis strategically positioned near the areas media, education, and cultural hubs. The Salford Quays store is the first of up to 75 new Co-op locations planned for 2025.

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Hinckley shop closed down following repeated sales of illegal cigarettes

TalkingRetail

A Hinckley shop which sold illegal cigarettes to undercover Trading Standards officers on eight occasions and had more than 1,800 packets of illegal tobacco seized during four enforcement visits has been closed down for three months.

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Aldi Announces Major London Expansion with Nine New Stores in 2025

365 Retail

Aldi is set to expand its footprint in London by opening nine new stores within the M25 in 2025 as part of a 55 million investment. The openings are part of a larger 650 million UK-wide investment in the year ahead, reflecting the supermarkets commitment to offering high-quality, affordable groceries to more shoppers across the country. The retailer has already revealed four of the nine locations where its new stores will be opening: Wimbledon, Fulham Broadway, Caterham, and Orpington.

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Co-op launches first new store of 2025

TalkingRetail

Co-op has launched its first new store of 2025 in Salford Quays, as the convenience retailer embarks on plans to accelerate convenience growth.

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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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OnBuy Relocates HQ to London, Launches New York Base, and Accelerates Global Expansion

365 Retail

OnBuy.com, one of the fastest growing British tech challenger brands, has announced it is moving its HQ from Bournemouth to London and launching a base in New York. It marks the start of a period of rapid international expansion which will establish OnBuy as a global e-commerce business. The news comes as the pioneering instant cashback marketplace – which connects sellers with over 6m customers – reported a record-breaking year of sales in 2024.

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Trek unveils new Biscoff Protein Flapjack

TalkingRetail

Trek brings Biscoff Protein Flapjack to the shelves, launching hot on the heels of Trek Power Biscoff, Trek is turning proven momentum into further brand and category growth.

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Track Rankings with Search Console

Practical eCommerce

Google now blocks third-party organic rank-tracking tools. Here's how to monitor rankings in Search Console. The post Track Rankings with Search Console appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Fed pushes for Scotland to replicate UK government’s business rates support for retail

TalkingRetail

Independent Retailers are urging the Scottish government to rethink its plans to exclude them from business rates relief support announced in last months Budget.

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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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TikTok Alternatives for Brands and Merchants

Practical eCommerce

Social commerce platforms are proliferating, with or without a TikTok ban. The post TikTok Alternatives for Brands and Merchants appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Carlsberg Britvic is open for business

TalkingRetail

Carlsberg Marstons Brewing Company (CMBC) and Britvic UK have united to form the new company, Carlsberg Britvic. The company is now the largest multi-beverage supplier in the UK, making the UK Carlsberg Groups largest market by revenue in the world.

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Major Updates Coming to Sephora Locations Nationwide

RetailWire

Big changes are ahead for Sephora's brick-and-mortar stores.

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Cadbury Big Win-Win is back

TalkingRetail

Mondelz International is bringing back its Big Win-Win campaign in 2025, exclusively offering both independent retail and symbol stores AND their shoppers the chance to win cash prizes together.

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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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2024 Wine Sales Drop as Young Americans Turn Away From Alcohol

RetailWire

Wine sales keep dropping as young Americans aren't as enthusiastic about alcohol as older generations.

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How to Market with a POS System: 4 Simple Strategies

Korona

A POS system is more than just a way to complete transactions. Start marketing with your POS to drive more sales and customer retention.

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Carnivores Rejoice: Steak ‘n Shake Turns To Cooking Fries in Beef Tallow for ‘Authentic’ Taste

RetailWire

Steak 'n Shake will soon be cooking its french fries in beef tallow.

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Medicare Targets 15 Prescriptions for Price Negotiations: Is Yours on the List?

RetailWire

Medicare has targeted 15 prescriptions for price negotiations. Are there big savings in the future for customers?

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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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DOJ Accuses Walgreens of Fueling Opioid Crisis With Reckless Dispensing

RetailWire

Walgreens allegedly filled prescriptions that may have been illegal and not medically necessary.

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Dutch Bros Seeks More Morning Business, Interest in Its Walk-Up Window via Mobile Orders

RetailWire

Dutch Bros seeks to capitalize further on opportunities as investors show confidence.

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Spirit Airlines Secures $300M in Funding Amidst 200 Job Losses

RetailWire

Spirit Airlines has its fair share of financial problems.

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Walmart Announces Innovative New Home Office: ‘The Future of Better’

RetailWire

Walmart is looking to the future with its New Home Office in Bentonville, Arkansas.

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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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Costco Teamsters Authorize Nationwide Strike

RetailWire

The Costco Teamsters voted in favor of the strike by 85%.

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Martin Luther King Jr. Holiday: Which Stores Are Open, and Which Are Closed?

RetailWire

The Martin Luther King Jr. holiday is today.

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