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Ask an Expert: Should Merchants Sell on TikTok Shop?

Practical eCommerce

We asked the founder of SimplicityDX to evaluate selling on the popular social media platform. The post Ask an Expert: Should Merchants Sell on TikTok Shop? appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Blue Diamond Growers Cracks the Supply Chain ‘Nut,’ Saves $1 Million in Annual Transportation Costs

Retail TouchPoints

Businesses across multiple industries have felt the intense supply chain pressures brought on by COVID for nearly five years now. As a result, 86.2% of businesses have spent the last few years working to “de-risk” their supply chains, according to the National Association of Manufacturers. Blue Diamond Growers , the world’s largest almond cooperative, has been investing in reducing this risk and creating a more resilient supply chain.

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Join Us at Tokyo Game Show 2024!

FastSpring

FastSpring is thrilled to announce our participation in the Tokyo Game Show 2024 (TGS2024), one of the world’s premier gaming events. Join us at Booth: 03-C11 at Makuhari Messe (Chiba, Japan). The theme for TGS2024 is “Trailblaze the World with Gaming” and will take place in a hybrid format, which will include both physical and virtual venues along with official streaming.

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Navigating the Future of Loyalty: Innovative Strategies for Engagement, Rewards and Unveiling the Differences Ahead

Retail TouchPoints

Loyalty programs have long been a staple of the business world, offering incentives and rewards to engage and retain customers. However, as consumer expectations evolve and technology advances, these programs are undergoing a significant transformation, with brands on the hunt for seamless backend solutions to help them foster lasting connections that transcend the transaction.

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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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A slowing women’s business is hurting Lululemon’s growth

RetailDive

While CEO Calvin McDonald said the Breezethrough leggings debacle had a “negligible impact” on its sales, the brand continues to suffer from other merchandise misses.

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Amazon Will Reportedly Charge a Monthly Fee for Claude AI-Powered Alexa

RetailWire

Amazon is releasing a new version of Alexa in October, which will possibly use Anthropic's Claude.

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Subway Announced a $6.99 Sandwich Deal. Here’s Why Franchisees Are Furious About It

RetailWire

Subway's latest deal has franchisees worried about their bottom lines.

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Dollar General sees ‘cash-strapped consumer,’ cuts guidance

RetailDive

The company said its core base of lower-income shoppers had less to spend, as it reported top-line results that were below expectations for Q2.

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Participants Announced for Goldman Sachs 31st Annual Global Retailing Conference

RetailWire

Goldman Sachs will be holding its Goldman Sachs 31st Annual Global Retailing Conference in early September with a variety of participants across different days and times depending on the retailer or business.

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The Weekly Closeout: Pacsun names CFO, Abercrombie posts ‘record’ Q2 net sales

RetailDive

The teen retailer hired BowFlex, Inc. veteran Aina Konold, while the apparel company saw sales increase 21% year over year to $1.1 billion.

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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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IKEA Breaks World Record for Pajama Gathering, Launches Year-Long Sleep Initiative

RetailWire

On its official website, IKEA has recently set a new Guinness World Record for the biggest gathering of people wearing two-piece pajamas in a single venue, with 2,052 employees participating in the event in Älmhult, Sweden.

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Gap Inc. CEO: ‘We’re running a fundamentally stronger business’

RetailDive

The retailer gained share in Q2, with Old Navy and namesake Gap making strides. Can the momentum continue?

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Dutch Bros Coffee Teams Up With Owala

RetailWire

Dutch Bros Coffee and Owala have teamed up to launch a special edition water bottle named the Always Stoked FreeSip Twist, set to debut on October 4, 2024. This collaboration merges Dutch Bros' vibrant coffee culture with Owala’s popular water bottle design, known for its versatility and style.

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Ulta slashes guidance again on flat sales and declining comps

RetailDive

Usually a high performer, the beauty retailer is losing share and struggling with the impacts of Sephora’s broad expansion at Kohl’s.

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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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Amazon Fresh Debuts 4 New Stores

RetailWire

Four more Amazon Fresh stores have opened, all in one day.

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Walmart to help sellers fulfill orders from third-party e-commerce sites

RetailDive

The Multichannel Solutions program deepens the retailer’s competition with Amazon, but there are some limitations to the service.

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Bruno Marc Releases New Lineup of Shoes

RetailWire

Bruno Marc has shared information about its Flex Oxford Collection, a new line of men's footwear that combines the classic sophistication of Oxford shoes with the modern tech of sneakers.

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Asahi Super Dry 5-a-side promo

TalkingRetail

Asahi Super Dry has announced that it is giving football fans across the UK the opportunity to add a mystery England legend to their 5-a-side team ranks, with the all-new Boost Your Bench competition.

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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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Here’s Why Grocery Prices Are So High According to National Grocers Association

RetailWire

There's are many reasons why essentials have gone up in price.

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Topps launches UEFA Club Competitions (UCC) Match Attax collection

TalkingRetail

Topps UEFA Club Competitions (UCC) Match Attax cards have hit the shelves. This year, Topps believes it has taken the collecting experience to new heights with an array of unmissable rare and exclusive cards.

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Dell’s Second Quarter Revenue Boost Fueled by Increased Demand for AI Servers

RetailWire

Revenue for Dell's server unit was up 80% in Q2 FY2025 as businesses increase spending on AI technology.

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Monster adds Strawberry Dreams to its zero sugar ultra range

TalkingRetail

Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP) has announced the latest addition to its zero sugar Monster Ultra range with a new strawberry flavoured variant, Monster Ultra Strawberry Dreams.

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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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Krispy Kreme Is Offering a Dozen Doughnuts for $2 This Labor Day. Here’s How To Get Them

RetailWire

Krispy Kreme has a great Labor Day promo for patrons.

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Somerset tobacco and vape raids seize £15,000 of illegal products

TalkingRetail

Avon and Somerset police this week announced the result of a targeted raid on stores in Weston-super-Mare that seized £10,000-worth of counterfeit tobacco and £5,000 of illegal vapes.

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Belstaff Unveils New Manchester Store on King Street

365 Retail

Belstaff , the iconic British heritage brand, has officially opened its new store at 48 King Street, Manchester, continuing its celebration of 100 years since its founding. The store, which opened on August 23rd, marks the next phase in Belstaff’s product and design evolution, following the design concept first introduced at its Regent Street flagship in September 2023.

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Simpler way of reporting shoplifters welcomed by retailer association

TalkingRetail

Retailers have welcomed the new scheme launched earlier this month (August) offering them a simplified way of reporting shoplifting.

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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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Lost Mary launches 4-in-1 pod kit

TalkingRetail

Delivering up to 3,200 puffs, the reusable and rechargeable pod kit holds four 2ml prefilled pods, offering the choice of four Lost Mary flavours in one device.

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Cîroc expands its RTD range with new Red Berry flavour

TalkingRetail

Cîroc, Diageo’s vodka brand, is expanding its presence in the ready-to-drink (RTD) category with the launch of Cîroc Red Berry Sparkling Vodka Drink (5% ABV).