Salsify
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Salsify publishes its 2024 consumer research report — a survey of 2,700 U.S. and U.K. respondents — highlighting the latest consumer trends and the intricacies of the modern buying journey.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Content created with Meta ’s generative AI tools already automatically receives an “Imagined with AI” label, but the company has shared how it is working to create technical standards and signals to notify users on its platforms when any of the content they see has been created using AI. “As the difference between human and synthetic content gets blurred, people want to know where the boundary lies,” said Nick Clegg, President of Global Affairs at Meta in a blo g post.
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Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Thanks to the widely publicized cybersecurity talent shortage, degree requirements are fading from job postings – even for US Federal contractors – and being replaced by demonstrable skills challenges, making expensive four-year programs less appealing to high school grads and those in the workforce looking for a career change. To keep up, colleges and universities are doing some rethinking of their own as many attempt to carve out a slice of the cybersecurity skills and training pie.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The growth of retail media networks (RMNs) in recent years has been impressive. As the world moves away from third-party identifiers, retailers are using their own channels to unlock the potential of their valuable shopper audiences — so much so that retail media is now the fourth-largest advertising medium, according to data from WARC. Media owners also have found their position in the advertising ecosystem changing as third-party tracking cookies deprecate.
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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
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
It is an iconic scene – the Ring of Power flying through the air in slow motion as Frodo tumbles to the floor of the Prancing Pony. As drunken revelers look on and the ring slips onto his finger, the small, frightened hobbit vanishes into thin air. Frodo Baggins is invisible.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Once largely associated with lower-income households, dollar stores are now becoming retail staples even for more affluent households, inspiring retailers in these categories to invest more heavily in marketing, merchandising and technology innovation that will help them differentiate. This pivot has largely been driven by a more cautious and price-aware consumer: 80% of consumers indicate that the economy has slightly or significantly changed their shopping habits and behaviors, according to CI
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Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Kroger will be the first company to test out Intelligence Node ’s new digital shelf optimization solution as it seeks to enhance its online marketplace. The digital marketplace solution from Intelligence Node — which is powered by generative AI and real-time data capture — generates comprehensive product listings and ratings for customers while also providing custom, data-rich insights to guide a company’s marketing strategies.
RetailWire
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Uber, the ride-hailing company, made headlines this week, announcing its first annual operating profit. This significant achievement marks an important turn in the firm's approximately 15-year journey, shedding light on its resilience and capacity for growth.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Claire’s has tapped a range of young creators and influencers for its new campaign and a corresponding platform called The Collab, inviting them to share their stories, talents and perspectives through ongoing content development and social dialogue. The new platform will launch with a group of “Gen Zalphas” in tandem with the debut of the brand’s spring collection and will add new people throughout the year, with members influencing the retailer’s creative direction across content, communicatio
Practical eCommerce
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Google's algorithm updates were once more or less apparent. No more. Here's the different between the two primary types. The post Google’s Core Update vs. Helpful Content appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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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
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Misfits Market has introduced Fulfilled by Misfits (FBM) , offering its logistics platform for perishable brands to store, pick, pack, fulfill and deliver their products nationwide. The solution leverages Misfit Market’s existing infrastructure and in-house technology to provide a simple, customizable solution for perishable businesses. FBM already is working with consumer brands including Spot & Tango , Cometeer and Little Spoon.
RetailWire
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Hash browns from McDonald's might have been a popular choice in the past, but the $3 spiked-up price isn't as appetizing for customers.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) CEO Tim Wentworth has made three new executive appointments that reaffirm the company’s focus on health services and retail pharmacy. “Today’s announcement solidifies the leadership team that will carry WBA into its future as we look to expand our reach beyond neighborhood pharmacies into the fastest-growing areas of healthcare,” Wentworth said in a statement.
TalkingRetail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Raising the minimum price for alcohol sold in Scottish shops will not stop problem drinking but could put retailers at further risk from retail crime.
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Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Macy’s has launched a second new private label line as part of its ongoing reinvention of its in-house brand strategy aimed at making its offerings more customer centric. Developed following a large consumer survey and in-store fit clinics, the new State of Day loungewear brand is designed to help women “feel more comfortable and relaxed at home.” The first State of Day collection, which includes more than 165 pieces with prices ranging from $8.50 to $79.50 and sizes ranging from XS to XXL and u
RIS News
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Kroger is set to apply artificial intelligence in its seller marketplace, tapping the tech to assist in dynamic pricing, content management, and market analytics solutions.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Target could soon be following in the footsteps of competitors Amazon , Walmart and Kroger by introducing a paid membership program, according to reporting by Bloomberg and other media outlets quoting people familiar with the matter. Titled “Project Trident” internally, the new program could launch as soon as this year. The retailer already offers its free Target Circle loyalty program, providing members with deals and rewards for purchases.
TalkingRetail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
With unchecked crime reaching record levels, a new report has been launched today (Wednesday, 7 February) - commissioned by Co-op, and written by professor of criminology Emmeline Taylor at City, University of London.
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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.
RetailWire
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The tech company Arm announced its third-quarter earnings that exceeded expectations, promising a profitable forecast for the next quarter. This revelation immediately provoked a surge in Arm’s shares, which skyrocketed up to 41% in extended trading.
FastSpring
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Get the latest from FastSpring’s Support leaders about important tax updates, fraud and chargeback strategies, our new Changelog, and more. Explore the Power of Changelog Integration in Our Documentation Navigating the Tax Landscape: Key Changes That Demand Your Attention in 2024 Quarterly B2B Onboarding Update: Your Complete Guide to Seamless Transactions!
eCommerce CEO
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
If you’ve ever planned to set up an online store or currently run an Amazon FBA business, then you know that deciding on what product to sell.
FastSpring
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Ready to join the ultimate gathering in Asia for around 2,000 WordPress enthusiasts? If so, join FastSpring at WordCamp Asia 2024 at Booth 17! We’d love to talk with you in person! Join us at the Taipei International Convention Center (TICC) from March 7th to 9th, for an extraordinary event dedicated to all things WordPress. Immerse yourself in a diverse array of programs, workshops, and presentations, where industry experts will share their wisdom, and cutting-edge trends will be unveiled.
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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.
RetailDive
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The sporting goods brand will sell a limited number of the basketballs, which don’t need to be inflated, for $2,500 apiece.
FastSpring
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Despite global macroeconomic headwinds, Asia’s internet economy is one of the fastest growing in the world. Payments, digital banking and ecommerce all remain at the very heart of this growth, with tens of millions of new users joining the internet economy every year, and cashless transactions rising across the region. So how can you make sure you’re a part of this growth?
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
OutsideIn , a socially conscious fashion retailer founded in Belfast in 2016, is set to open its first outlet store at Northern Ireland’s premier designer outlet, The Boulevard in Banbridge, on Saturday, February 10, 2024. Known for its unique approach to fashion with a cause, OutsideIn operates on the principle of aiding those experiencing homelessness through its ‘Wear One, Share One’ model.
RIS News
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Walgreens Boots Alliance (WBA) CEO Tim Wentworth has announced updates to WBAâs executive committee.
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365 Retail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Primark has unveiled plans to invest over £100 million in its UK outlets as it celebrates its 50th anniversary on the Great British High Street. This announcement highlights a commitment of more than £75 million in new investments within the UK retail sector for 2024, continuing the expansion strategy outlined in November 2022. In 2024, Primark is poised to inaugurate new stores in Bury St.
RetailDive
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Pay-by-bank has been catching on slowly, and it’s a particularly long shot for showing up at the point-of-sale anytime soon.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
Lidl has become the first supermarket chain to initiate a bottle return scheme trial, debuting in Glasgow. This groundbreaking trial, starting today, enables customers to receive unlimited cash rewards for depositing empty PET plastic and aluminium drink containers into reverse vending machines available in-store. This initiative is currently available across all 21 Lidl stores in Glasgow, with the possibility of further expansion.
TalkingRetail
FEBRUARY 8, 2024
The Scottish Grocers’ Federation (SGF) has warned that increased Minimum Unit Pricing (MUP) for alcohol could deepen the cost-of-living crisis, impacting local businesses and hitting struggling households the hardest.
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