Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 23, 2024
Cloud has driven enterprise IT transformation with speed and scale that was simply impossible with data centers alone. But operating models haven’t always kept up — and the mismatch means that old operating models impede the optimization of cloud IT.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
Saks has joined peers like Nordstrom and Macy’s by launching a retail media network that will enable its brand partners to connect more directly with the Saks customer base through digital advertising. As Saks noted in its announcement, the retailer is one of the first in the luxury space to introduce a retail media offering. This first-mover status was likely enabled by Hudson Bay Company’s decision to split the Saks Fifth Avenue brick-and-mortar and ecommerce offerings into two separate compan
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Forrester eCommerce
APRIL 23, 2024
Don’t miss the CX Summit APAC 2024, which promises to be riveting as industry speakers and Forrester analysts share their insights on CX, digital, and marketing, and how AI is making an impact. Join us in Sydney, Australia, or as a digital experience on May 28 to hear from Forrester analysts and industry experts.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
Ecommerce continues to climb to new heights in the U.S., where recently released figures for Q4 2023 show that sales reached nearly $325 billion. But America looks set for an ecommerce war. Having spent a whopping $3 billion on online advertising in the U.S. in 2023, China’s Temu is hoping that its online advertising blitz can help it establish a foothold in what is traditionally Amazon’s territory.
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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
APRIL 23, 2024
As organizations increasingly invest in genAI capabilities and consumer-facing use cases, they need to consider consumer trust. Learn how to foster trust in this CX Summit EMEA keynote preview.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
Following a pilot in three U.S. cities, Amazon is making its grocery delivery subscription available to all Prime members in the U.S. For $9.99 a month, Prime members will now have access to unlimited grocery delivery on orders over $35 from Amazon Fresh , Whole Foods Market and a variety of local grocery and specialty retailers, as well as number of other delivery and fulfilment options.
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Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
Here’s some positive sustainability news for Earth Month. Walmart introduced Project Gigaton in 2017 with an ambitious goal: reducing, avoiding or sequestering one gigaton — that’s 1 billion metric tons — of greenhouse gas emissions by 2030. The more than 5,900 Walmart suppliers that now participate in the Project Gigaton consortium have delivered on that promise today, six years ahead of schedule.
Groove
APRIL 23, 2024
The old adage is, "Build it, and they will come." However, when eCommerce store owners have thousands (or millions) of competitors, driving traffic to an online store is not quite simple. In terms of digital marketing strategies , none are more impactful or affordable than search engine optimization (SEO). Effective SEO will help bring organic traffic to your Shopify store and help you rank higher in search.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
There’s size XL, XXL and even XXXL, but there aren’t enough “X’s” for these Levi Strauss & Co. 501 Jeans that measure 12 feet tall — nearly 5X larger than the average pair. The oversized denim will be on display in five malls around the country through May 20, and members of Levi’s Red Tab loyalty program who show a picture of themselves with the jeans can get 40% off a pair of regular price (and regular size) jeans.
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The company faces lawsuits from customers and vendors, including one from American Express alleging potential fraud.
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Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
UK-based sports retailer JD Sports Fashion has agreed to acquire athletic fashion retailer Hibbett for $87.50 per share, representing an aggregate value of approximately $1.1 billion , in a deal unanimously approved by the Hibbett board. JD Sports entered the U.S. in 2018, when it acquired Finish Line for $558 million. This latest acquisition will add 1,169 Hibbett , City Gear and Sports Additions stores operating across 36 states to JD Sports’ roster of more than 3,400 stores in the UK, Europ
FastSpring
APRIL 23, 2024
When considering Paddle alternatives, it’s important to note that Paddle is a merchant of record (MoR). The company handles transactions for sellers of digital products, providing the infrastructure for global online payments while taking responsibility for tax collection and remittance, fraud prevention, and other aspects of the checkout process. It’s a capable solution, but by no means is Paddle a universal, one-size-fits-all option.
Retail TouchPoints
APRIL 23, 2024
Saying that Tapestry ’s planned purchase of Capri Holdings would eliminate head-to-head competition in the “accessible luxury” handbag market, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) has authorized a lawsuit to block the $8.5 billion deal. The acquisition plan, announced in August 2023 , would bring together some of the most iconic names in luxury, uniting Tapestry’s Coach, Stuart Weitzman and Kate Spade brands with Capri’s Versace, Jimmy Choo and Michael Kors labels.
Practical eCommerce
APRIL 23, 2024
Retailers have used purchasing cooperatives for years to obtain volume pricing. The post Can Retailer Co-ops Cut Ecommerce Shipping Costs? appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The combined company would have a global portfolio of about 25 brands and North American revenue of about $5.9 billion.
Practical eCommerce
APRIL 23, 2024
This week's updates address product images, live streaming, B2B, logistics, cross-border payments, and more. The post New Ecommerce Tools: April 23, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The new service, which has a monthly fee, offers free delivery on orders over $35 from Whole Foods, Amazon Fresh and grocers partnered with the e-tailer.
365 Retail
APRIL 23, 2024
Primark is set to extend its Click + Collect service to every store across Great Britain by the end of 2025, following a successful 18-month pilot. The expansion will commence later this year, incorporating all 184 stores in England, Scotland, and Wales. With this expansion, Primark will also broaden the range of products available through Click + Collect.
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
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
Young customers at a Columbia Heights shopping center in Washington, D.C., need the presence of an adult.
Salsify
APRIL 23, 2024
Shoppers expect action-packed product pages. The majority of shoppers (76%) said that high-quality product images are “extremely” or “very” important to their decision to click on a product page from search results, according to the Salsify “ 2024 Consumer Research ” report.
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The commission says the deal would prevent competition and give Tapestry a dominant share of the “accessible luxury” handbag market.
TalkingRetail
APRIL 23, 2024
Pladis is encouraging shoppers to join Jacob’s in contributing towards raising £50,000 for the Trussell Trust by donating 5p per pack across its entire portfolio.
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.
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The shoe features improvements to the original design and comes after the successful launch of the Wool Runner 2.
Wiser
APRIL 23, 2024
Implementing technology solutions in retail environments presents several challenges, particularly in balancing the volume of data a brand wants to collect with the utility of that data, as well as the realities involved with in-store data collection (by field reps or mystery shoppers). A common issue Wiser Solutions experiences with customers is the inclination to gather excessive information, leading to field reps spending considerable time in stores, often manually, collecting upwards of 30 m
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The companies “found no viable option despite good faith and exhaustive efforts,” Dom’s posted on its website.
SheerID
APRIL 23, 2024
71% Plan to Tighten Budgets and Be Selective on Purchases. Gen Z reports exclusive offers are the leading approach to try a new brand and build customer loyalty.
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RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The location in Wilmette, Illinois, will span 150,000 square feet — about 10 times the size of its other stores — and feature an onsite restaurant.
RetailWire
APRIL 23, 2024
This new location will allow for quicker, same-day delivery.
RetailDive
APRIL 23, 2024
The retailer increased its borrowing capacity by up to $200 million and immediately drew down $50 million under the new loan.
TalkingRetail
APRIL 23, 2024
Spar UK will highlighting its most recent retailer recruitment opportunity, designed to encourage forward thinking independent retailers to join Spar at an upcoming industry event.
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