Wed.May 08, 2024

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Boomi Dismembers the TIBCO Frankenstein

Forrester eCommerce

Today, Boomi announced two acquisitions. The first is federated API management startup APIIDA. The other is TIBCO’s Mashery API management. This should come as no surprise to those who follow Boomi. Last year, its CEO made it clear he wants the company to become a leader in API management.

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537: Why Do Some Entrepreneurs Succeed While Others Crash? Here’s Our Take

My Wife Quit Her Job

I have nearly 6000 students across 2 courses that I teach over at Profitable Online Store and Profitable Audience. And recently, I’ve been analyzing the character traits of both successful and unsuccessful students in my courses. What makes one student more likely to succeed over another? In this episode, I reveal what I discovered with my partner Toni.

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What to Consider When Incorporating AI into Your Retail Business

Retail TouchPoints

Artificial intelligence has revolutionized the way businesses and individuals operate by using data to power tools that can analyze, respond, predict and create in a manner similar to the human brain. Today, it is hard to imagine any sector where AI has yet to be deployed in some capacity, including, increasingly, retail, which has turned to AI for everything from streamlining the supply chain to personalizing shopping experiences.

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Announcing Forrester’s 2024 Customer-Obsessed Enterprise Award Winner In APAC

Forrester eCommerce

IHH Healthcare Singapore wins Forrester’s 2024 APAC Customer-Obsessed Enterprise Award, which recognizes organizations that are delivering outstanding customer experiences to accelerate business outcomes.

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The Trends You Need to Succeed This Holiday Season

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.

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Goodwill Debuts Free E-Waste Recycling in 42 Pennsylvania Locations

Retail TouchPoints

Goodwill Keystone Area has partnered with Reworld to offer no-cost electronics recycling at its 42 stores and donation center sites located across 22 central and southeastern Pennsylvania counties. Eligible devices — including TVs, computers, mobile devices, gaming systems, toasters and vacuum cleaners — will be repaired and resold; items at the end of their life will be responsibly recycled by Reworld, which has recycled more than 135 million pounds of e-waste to date.

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Magento 2 and Adobe Commerce: 6 Years in the Making

Groove

As Magento 2 nears its 10 th anniversary, it continues to evolve as a powerful eCommerce platform serving hundreds of thousands of merchants, from small startups to large enterprises. From its inception in 2007, the organization has remained at the forefront of the eCommerce evolution, as it popularized open-source platforms, modular architecture, multi-store functionality, and mobile-friendly features.

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What is SOC 2 and Why Does it Matter for your Ecommerce Brand and Customers?

Fastr

In today's digital landscape, where data breaches and cyber threats are ever-present concerns, the security and integrity of customer data are paramount for ecommerce retailers. As technology continues to evolve, ensuring that service providers adhere to stringent security standards has become a top priority. This is where SOC 2 certification comes into play.

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TikTok Sues to Prevent U.S. Ban, Calling Law ‘Obviously Unconstitutional’

Retail TouchPoints

TikTok has filed suit in the U.S. Court of Appeals for the D.C. Circuit, seeking to stop the recently signed legislation that would require the platform to be sold to a non-Chinese entity by January 2025 or be banned. The suit claims that banning TikTok is not only impractical but “obviously unconstitutional,” impinging on the free speech rights of the 170 million Americans who use it.

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‘The death of the mall was a myth’: Brookfield Properties CEO on the evolution of an aging retail concept

RetailDive

Kevin McCrain isn’t bothered by department store anchors closing and says retailers need malls because people like to shop there — including Gen Z.

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Will Elvis Officiate? Shein Hopes to Woo U.S. Shoppers with Wedding-Themed Vegas Pop-Up

Retail TouchPoints

Discount shopping app Shein is headed to Las Vegas this Memorial Day weekend, where it will host a two -day wedding-themed pop-up dubbed the Shein Love Chapel. This latest Shein pop-up is part of an ongoing push to challenge the rise of fellow Chinese shopping platform Temu in the U.S., which is spending exorbitant sums in its own attempt to win the hearts of North American shoppers.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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Meta To Broaden AI Image Generation Options for Ads

RetailWire

Meta Platforms, the parent company of Facebook and Instagram, announced on Tuesday that it is expanding its lineup of generative AI advertising products.

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Amazon Touts ‘Full-Funnel’ Ad Capabilities with New Shoppable TV Formats

Retail TouchPoints

Still just in its first year of offering television advertising, Amazon already is looking to push the boundaries of interactive and shoppable TV. In advance of its debut Upfront presentation, the ecommerce juggernaut has introduced three new ad formats that make it easier for viewers to connect and shop with the brands that advertise on its Prime Video content.

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Taxi Service to London Luton Airport

365 Retail

Whether you’re jetting off on holiday or racing for a crucial business meeting, snagging a dependable Taxi to London Luton Airport can kickstart your journey on the right note. This bustling hub doesn’t sleep, and thankfully, neither do the cabs that crisscross to get you to your flight, fresh and fuss-free. The charm of a Taxi to London Luton Airport is the personal touch; a chatty driver can share a tale or two about the city’s heartbeat, or if you prefer silence, they’

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Rivian’s Losses Reach $1.45 Billion Amid Ongoing Cost-Reduction Efforts

RetailWire

In the first quarter, Rivian reported a loss of $1.45 billion, showing that its recent efforts to cut costs across the company will need further progress before turning over profits.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Is Your Wine & Liquor Store Stuck in the Past? Unlock Growth with Integrated POS

iVend

The alcoholic drinks sector is a large and growing market that shows no sign of slowing down. It offers rewards to retailers who can engage competitively and efficiently. Liquor store technology solutions are the key to growth strategies for wine and liquor stores –retailers that are stuck in the past with old tech will find themselves struggling, whilst their more forward-looking competitors thrive and grow.

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FDA Says Eating Yogurt May Help With One Common Disease

RetailWire

The Food and Drug Administration claims that yogurt could help with one common disease, but there's a catch as to not mislead consumers.

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How to Level Up Your Trade Spend Accounting

Wiser

In today’s competitive retail landscape, the ability to effectively manage trade spend is critical for brands aiming to drive profitable growth and enhance consumer engagement. Trade spend, which typically amounts to 15 percent to 20 percent of gross revenue in the retail industry, represents a significant portion of a company’s budget. Yet, despite its importance, many businesses struggle to measure trade promotion effectiveness.

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Victorinox Pioneers Bladeless Multi-Tools

RetailWire

Victorinox, globally recognized for its timeless Swiss Army Knife, is embarking on a new and different venture: the development of a bladeless version of its iconic multi-tool in adherence to stricter international laws.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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What You Can Actually Do About eCommerce Out-of-Stocks

Wiser

Navigating the complex terrain of eCommerce inventory management, brands often grapple with one persistent challenge: out-of-stocks (OOS). The consequences of product unavailability range from immediate loss of sales to long-term damage to customer loyalty, as consumers may permanently switch to competitor products. Given these stakes, understanding the issue is merely the starting point; it’s the actionable strategies that make a real difference in your bottom line.

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BigCommerce Cart Abandonment Solutions

MakeWebBetter

Imagine this: you spend countless hours crafting the perfect online store, with irresistible products and a smooth shopping experience. Customers flock in, filling their carts with treasures. then vanish into thin air, leaving a trail of abandoned carts in their wake. Frustrating, right? Well, fret no more! BigCommerce Cart Abandonment Solutions is here to equip [.

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HQ Retail Execution vs. Store-Level Retail Execution

Wiser

In the dynamic world of retail, successful execution strategies require a fine balance between high-level planning at headquarters and on-the-ground actions at the store level. Understanding the distinct roles and integrating HQ retail execution with store-level operations is crucial for brands aiming to enhance in-store performance and achieve scalable growth.

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Foxtrot’s assets to be sold this week

RetailDive

Friday’s foreclosure sale will include “substantially all of the assets” of the c-store retailer, including inventory, intellectual property, documents and more.

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Omnichannel E-Commerce: Drive More Revenue at Less Cost

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.

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How AI Will Change The Retailing Industry

Fabric Blog

fabric is the next-generation commerce platform designed to provide omnichannel commerce services retailers expect. Request a demo today!

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Advertising on Hulu: Ad Formats, Examples & Tips

CPC Strategy

Streaming Advertising on Hulu: Ad Formats, Examples & Tips By Emily Sullivan May 08 2024 With the continued rise in streaming service adoption, advertisers are increasingly turning to OTT (over-the-top) advertising, which allows brands to reach their target audiences while they stream television shows and movies. OTT advertising is advertising delivered directly to viewers over the internet through streaming services or devices, such as streaming sticks and connected TVs.

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Qurate Retail Group swings to a net loss as revenue falls 11% in Q1

RetailDive

The company's U.S. QVC and HSN unit saw sales decrease 4% during the period, citing declines in home and apparel.

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True Fit Democratises Fashion Genome and Unlocks Growth for Rising Fashion Brands in Shopify

365 Retail

True Fit , the leading AI-driven platform that decodes size and fit for shoppers and fashion retailers, has announced that, following its launch in Shopify at the end of 2023, it is now driving a 14% average GMV growth for fashion brands on the platform, giving rise to the next generation of scaling fashion retailers. Having formerly only served the largest apparel retailers and brands in the world, True Fit has democratised its Fashion Genome to bring the benefit of AI size and fit to the full

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s

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Meati bucks trend and gets $100M funding boost

RetailDive

While the alternative meat sector has been struggling to raise funds, the Boulder-based company is on its way to its goal of becoming a household name.

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M&S Expands Flagship Store at Fosse Park, Leicestershire

365 Retail

Fosse Park in Leicestershire, a leading retail and dining destination overseen by The Crown Estate , is set to witness a significant expansion of its M&S store. This development follows a period of continued success for the retailer at this location, with plans to increase the store size by 11,500 sq ft, bringing it to a total of over 100,000 sq ft.

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Amazon extends transition period for low inventory fee

RetailDive

The company said it would credit the fees for a few more weeks, and added some exceptions as it considered ways to incentivize optimal product supply.

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IKEA Expands Car Boot Events to Promote Sustainable Shopping

365 Retail

IKEA has announced an expansion of its car boot sale events, following a successful pilot last year. The events are scheduled for the 18th and 19th of May at its Cardiff and Exeter stores, and on the 19th of May at the Milton Keynes store. These events provide customers the opportunity to sell and purchase pre-loved homeware bargains, not limited to IKEA products, in an effort to extend the lifecycle of household goods.

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.