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530: The Must Have Pet Products To Sell Online | A Recap Of The Pet Summit

My Wife Quit Her Job

This past week, Toni gave 4 talks at the annual Pet Summit in Orlando, Florida which is a conference that covers all things related to pet products sold online. In this episode, she gives a recap of the Summit along with the hot products to sell in the pet industry. What You’ll Learn The details of the Pet Summit and who should attend How to make a profit selling Pet products Which pet products are hot Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I

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Reflections On The Major Themes From Mobile World Congress 2024

Forrester eCommerce

In 2024, MWC was about all tech topics, particularly the big themes of AI and APIs, going beyond just telco themes.

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Best Buy Adds Generative AI to its Customer Service Toolkit

Retail TouchPoints

Best Buy is expanding its partnership with Google Cloud to leverage generative AI technology for new customer service tools. The retailer also is working with Google Cloud and Accenture to develop new AI-powered tools for its frontline associates. As early as late summer, Best Buy customers in the U.S. will be able to connect with a gen AI-powered virtual assistant for help with tasks like troubleshooting product issues , rescheduling or combining order deliveries , managing software , Geek Squa

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Daniel Kahneman Changed How We Think About Consumer Choice And Brand Strategy

Forrester eCommerce

Daniel Kahneman was an unlikely economist. He was trained as a psychologist and spent much of his career at Princeton as a psychology and public affairs professor. Yet, his contribution to modern economics, for which he received the Nobel Prize in 2002, remains unparalleled.

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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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From Custom Worlds to Contextual Ads: Unlocking the Power of Games Advertising

Retail TouchPoints

Advertisers already have a healthy appetite for games advertising: IAB’s latest study on games advertising found that 40% of advertisers plan to boost spending in this area over the coming year, making it the third-most popular channel for increased investment, after social media ( 47% ) and digital video ( 40% ). But despite these high levels of interest, only a few brands and retailers have fully tapped into the potential of this channel.

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Where High-Performance IT Meets Digital Sovereignty: Security, Privacy, And Resilience

Forrester eCommerce

High-performance IT is the pursuit of continuously improving business results through technology. But the concept of high-performance IT rests on a foundation of security, privacy, and resilience that is necessary to build trust. And this is where digital sovereignty comes into play.

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The History of eCommerce with Rob Snell of GunDogSupply.com

Groove

Podcast : Download | Subscribe : Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Meeting Rob Snell of Gun Dog Supply In this episode of the eCommerce Masters Podcast, host Ethan Giffen sits down with a pioneering figure in the world of eCommerce, Rob Snell, co-owner of Gun Dog Supply. With nearly three decades of experience, Rob, alongside his brother Steve, has transformed a passion for outdoor sporting into a thriving online business.

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Shein Continues Canadian Charm Offensive with ‘Moving Billboard’ Campaign in Toronto

Retail TouchPoints

A new floral-themed streetcar has hit the streets of Toronto touting the offerings of online fashion retailer Shein as it travels around the city. The streetcar, which is embellished with cherry blossoms and Shein branding, will be in operation until May 10, 2024, serving as what the company described as “a moving billboard” designed to “capture the city’s attention.

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Lessons Learned From a Career of Replatforming

Fabric

Well, here we go! This is the first in a series of posts on “ Replatforming.” I’ve never written a blog series before. I think I’ve written three blog posts in total! My first was about 8 years ago when I worked for Vitacost/Kroger. That’s it because I’ve spent fifteen-plus years helping retailers with replatforming efforts. Replatforming brings up all kinds of connotations.

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Next-Gen Co-Brand Cards are Tailored to You, by You

Retail TouchPoints

In a world filled with loyalty offers, it’s all about offering the right rewards and experiences at the right moments. I’ll never forget my 40th birthday trip to Istanbul when the hotel staff not only wished me a happy birthday when I checked in, but the general manager surprised me with a cake, champagne and a handwritten note with 40 things to do in Istanbul.

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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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Lessons Learned From a Career of Re-Platforming

Fabric

Well, here we go! This is the first in a series of posts on “ Re-platforming.” I’ve never written a blog series before. I think I’ve written three blog posts in total! My first was about 8 years ago when I worked for Vitacost/Kroger. That’s it because I’ve spent fifteen-plus years helping retailers with re-platforming efforts. Re-platforming brings up all kinds of connotations.

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L.O.L. Surprise! Parent Company Goes DTC, Debuts Loyalty Program

Retail TouchPoints

MGA Entertainment , the company behind L.O.L. Surprise!, Little Tikes, MGA’s Miniverse and other beloved toy brands, has launched its own direct-to-consumer ( DTC ) site and rewards program to get closer to its customers. Although MGA products will still be available through major retailers, the new shopping destination, aptly named The MGA Shop , is designed to provide toy lovers with convenient features and benefits that wholesale partners can’t offer such as online-only exclusives and limited

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6 Post-Purchase Pain Points & Solutions for E-commerce Customers

lateshipment

If you’re an e-commerce merchant who wants their business to become successful, you need to become the customers’ favorite (offer them a great experience, stay ahead of the competition, improve profit margins, and whatnot). However, a customer’s journey with your e-commerce business is filled with multiple issues regarding the website, payment, checkout, and much more… But our focus is not on these issues.

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Best Buy to use generative AI for virtual assistant, customer support experiences

RetailDive

The tech will help with customer service, including troubleshooting product issues, managing software and rescheduling or combining order deliveries.

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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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Google Ad Updates Reflect New SERPs

Practical eCommerce

An ad's postion on the search results page is less important than its prominence, per Google. The post Google Ad Updates Reflect New SERPs appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Home Depot confirms breach of employee data

RetailDive

The retailer said a vendor error led to the exposure of identifiable information of some employees.

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California McDonald’s Franchisee Strategizes Cost Reductions After Minimum Wage Hike

RetailWire

Following the recent increase in the minimum wage for fast-food restaurants in California, a McDonald's franchisee in the state is raising prices, thinking about postponing dining room renovations, and evaluating potential changes to opening hours to save money.

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Allbirds receives delisting warning from Nasdaq

RetailDive

The footwear brand’s stock traded at less than $1 for 30 consecutive days and the company has until Sept. 30 to regain compliance.

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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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Planters Is Looking To Hire Drivers for the NUTmobile

RetailWire

Planters is on the lookout for drivers willing to embark on a unique adventure aboard its NUTmobile.

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Coach files trademark and unfair competition complaint against Gap

RetailDive

The complaint takes issue with some Old Navy-branded T-shirts, which attorneys for the Tapestry-owned brand say are meant to make consumers think “there is a connection or association between” the brands.

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Target Circle Week Promises Two Times the Savings to Shoppers, and Kristen Wiig Too

RetailWire

Target Circle week promises to deliver two times the savings to shoppers.

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Nordstrom taps company veteran to lead Rack merchandising

RetailDive

Lori Marten has held various merchandising roles at the department store for nearly 30 years, and will join the off-price unit later this month.

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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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Crime impact findings underline need for greater protection for retailers and staff

TalkingRetail

The devastating impact of retail crime on the mental health of shopkeepers and their staff, revealed last week in an exclusive survey by Independent Retail News, underlines the need for more police resources and greater legal protection for shopworkers, say trade bodies and unions.

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Sèchey expands curated nonalocholic beverage range at Target

RetailDive

Brands now part of the big-box retailer’s range of alcohol alternatives include Kin Euphorics, Ghia, De Soi, Mingle, Free AF and Edna’s.

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Ecommerce Marketing Trends: Lessons from 'Stanley Cup' Success"

Salsify

The Stanley Quencher H20 Flowstate Tumbler , otherwise known as the “Stanley cup” (not to be confused with the hockey trophy) has become a status symbol.

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J.C. Penney shutters 50-year-old anchor, moves across the street

RetailDive

The new location is at the Willowbrook Mall in New Jersey, which is owned by the department store’s co-owner, Brookfield Properties.

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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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Last Mile Delivery: Untangle Complexity to Delight Global Shoppers

ESW

Last mile delivery, the final stage of the logistics process from a distribution centre to the end customer, presents significant challenges for retailers. This crucial phase plays a pivotal role in shaping customer satisfaction, operational costs and overall business profitability. But last mile delivery is often one of the roadblocks for brands wanting to expand their DTC presences into new markets.

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Maximizing Retail Execution: A Strategic Guide to Overcoming Out-of-Stock Challenges with Wiser Solutions

Wiser

We’re often asked to describe, step by step, how CPG customers utilize Wiser’s platform to overcome sales challenges both at the corporate level and within the store environment. This quick exploration will break down the process from identifying product availability issues to implementing solutions in stores by leveraging a workflow that combines field and crowd data capture, closed-loop feedback to identify patterns, and targeted troubleshooting initiatives to address the highest value opportu

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Alan bates accuses Post Office of trying to ‘silence and discredit’ him

TalkingRetail

Alan Bates, the titular Mr Bates portrayed in the TV drama Mr Bates vs The Post Office, has accused the Post Office of spending 23 years trying to block his campaigning for victims of the scandal in various ways.

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Aramark Workers Strike for Fair Wages at Wells Fargo Center

RetailWire

In South Philadelphia, food service employees at Wells Fargo Center are staging a strike in hopes of securing better terms from their employer, Aramark.

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5 Ways You Can Win Faster with Gen AI in Sales

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.