Forrester eCommerce
MARCH 19, 2024
Computer vision platform providers craft or assist users in developing algorithms, tools, and solutions that enable computers to see, analyze, and make sense of visual information. From recognizing faces in a crowd to getting insights from videos and images, these providers are the architects behind the scenes, building the bridges between pixels and purpose.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
Ulta Beauty and Pact have expanded their Beauty Dropoff recycling initiative chainwide, providing drop-off bins for clean, empty packaging from any beauty brand or retailer at all 1,350+ stores. The companies initially piloted the program last year in 90 Ulta Beauty stores, according to Glossy. Customers need to ensure there’s no liquid left in the packages and that they are small enough (generally no bigger than a fist) for the Beauty Dropoff program; larger packages can often be placed in curb
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Forrester eCommerce
MARCH 19, 2024
“Hey Count von Count, how do I know if my personalization strategy is working?” It’s difficult for companies to assess because they often measure myopically at the individual point of interaction. But personalization tactics are numerous and diverse across a company, requiring a holistic approach to measurement for a complete view of personalization efforts.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
Since implementing a product information management (PIM) solution from Akeneo in January, Zenni Optical has reduced data inconsistency issues across teams by approximately 60% and cut the time needed to manage product data by over 70%. The online eyewear retailer, which sells in both B2B and B2C channels and is working with brick-and-mortar retailer U.S.Vision , has categorized approximately 3,000 SKUs since adopting the PIM solution, with more in the pipeline.
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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
MARCH 19, 2024
Yesterday, we released The Forrester Wave™: Application Modernization And Migration Services, Q1 2024. We looked at the top 15 vendors in the market and evaluated them across 25 criteria. Demand for assistance continues to propel interest in modernization and migration services, as the focus continues to shift toward the former at the expense of the latter.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
Last week, the U.S. House of Representatives approved a bill that would force TikTok owner ByteDance to sell its ownership of the app or face a ban in the U.S. Despite (or perhaps because of) this political pressure, TikTok is pushing forward on some big commerce ambitions — and the popular platform is putting success metrics at the center of its efforts.
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Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
If Newton’s third law (“For every action there is an equal and opposite reaction”) holds true in marketing in 2024, we’re going to see some incredible creativity. Why? Well, 2023 wasn’t the year of storytelling or branding; it was the year of AI. ChatGPT, other GPT tools, Bard, AI-powered measurement tools and marketing automation all took higher billing and gobbled more headlines than clever or resonant marketing campaigns.
Groove
MARCH 19, 2024
Trusted by companies like Ford, Vizio, Landrover, and Nestle Nespresso , Magento is one of the leading enterprise ecommerce platforms (and has been for quite a few years). Today, Magento ecommerce stores offer unmatched flexibility and customization options, making the platform an excellent choice for enterprise organizations wanting to develop advanced, one-of-a-kind online stores.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
Fred Segal, the namesake of a retail brand that helped define California style in the 1960s and 70s, was known as the “Curator of Cool.” His shop became a magnet for celebrities like the Beatles, Bob Dylan and Farrah Fawcett, seeking items that were distinctive, unique and in style — or more often, ahead of the trends. That concept — carefully curating brands and creating a store that’s part selling space, part experiential destination — is being carried on by the brand’s latest iteration, Fred
Groove
MARCH 19, 2024
Trusted by companies like Ford, Vizio, Landrover, and Nestle Nespresso , Magento is one of the leading enterprise ecommerce platforms (and has been for quite a few years). Today, Magento ecommerce stores offer unmatched flexibility and customization options, making the platform an excellent choice for enterprise organizations wanting to develop advanced, one-of-a-kind online stores.
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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
MARCH 19, 2024
Kohl’s has increased its assortment of home décor items by 40% , adding new categories and elevating its mainstay bedding and bath products with more modern aesthetics and frequent pattern and color injections. The retailer also is positioning itself as a seasonal décor destination, promising 60% newness in home and holiday décor seasonally as a strategy to boost customer retention.
Fabric
MARCH 19, 2024
Like synchronized clockwork, delivering world-class e-commerce experiences requires a high level of coordination and collaboration. Critical commerce functions must connect and work together flawlessly. But truly differentiated shopping experiences require more than mere synchronization; strategies must align, and technologies must integrate seamlessly across the entire tech stack too.
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 19, 2024
TRP , a cannabis retail, cultivation and distribution platform, has opened the doors to Cookies Chicago , the inaugural Windy City dispensary from the popular cannabis company Cookies. The West Loop location on N. Clinton Ave. offers a large selection of top-shelf Cookies products and a fresh menu for the Illinois market, featuring cultivars, vape cartridges, edibles and concentrates.
Practical eCommerce
MARCH 19, 2024
This installment of our quarterly rundown includes tools for logo creation, mockups, coding, animations, background images, domain names, free fonts, and more. The post 18 Free Web Design Tools, Winter 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
Tony Spring, who took the helm just last month, remains confident that the department store still holds an important role in consumers’ lives.
RetailWire
MARCH 19, 2024
Supermarket retailer Kroger recently made a move to sell its specialty pharmacy business to CarelonRx, a subsidiary of Elevance Health. This decision comes amidst discussions of a $24.6 billion merger with Albertsons, a grocery store chain.
RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
The department store sees opportunity despite stubborn declines in the market since the height of the pandemic.
RetailWire
MARCH 19, 2024
MrBeast, the popular American YouTuber, has struck a deal with Amazon MGM studios worth possibly $100 million for his first streaming series.
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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.
Wiser
MARCH 19, 2024
Image recognition (IR) technology is revolutionizing the FMCG industry, especially in the realms of retail execution and compliance reporting. This technology allows for real-time analysis of the retail environment, offering insights that were previously difficult or time-consuming to obtain. Let’s explore two key use cases of IR technology that highlight its potential to transform in-store strategies: the “Space to Sales” analysis and the “My Perfect Store” program
Salsify
MARCH 19, 2024
Check out what to look for (and what not to do) when building your brand’s ecommerce tech stack as well as tips for choosing the right tools.
RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
Chris Metz says the company will focus in on Solo Stove and Chubbies as it looks to address a lack of product innovation at the company.
TalkingRetail
MARCH 19, 2024
On Thursday 21 March, customers can pick up a Costa Coffee drink for £1 from Costa Express machines across participating One Stop stores.
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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
MARCH 19, 2024
The Beauty Dropoff will be available at all of the retailer’s locations and encourages shoppers to drop off clean, empty product containers.
RetailWire
MARCH 19, 2024
Solo Brands has secured a notable position on Fast Company's list of the World's Most Innovative Companies of 2024, ranking at No. 2 in the Consumer Goods category.
RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
The new line features footwear and accessories, and its release is part of a revamp following lagging Q4 sales at full-line stores.
365 Retail
MARCH 19, 2024
Klarna , the AI-powered global payments network and shopping assistant, has today announced the launch of its flexible payment options on boots.com and in the Boots app in the UK and Ireland. Today’s announcement follows the launch of Klarna in-store at Boots in 2022. Through Klarna, customers can now benefit from Klarna’s renowned smooth payments experience, giving them the flexibility to pay for their health and beauty products instantly in full, within 30 days, or split the cost of their p
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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
RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
Why enterprise retailers demand a commerce platform that absorbs complexity and delivers the best value.
365 Retail
MARCH 19, 2024
DAC Group has been appointed by multinational retail company Kingfisher PLC to improve online visibility as it seeks to increase ecommerce sales and in-store footfall for its DIY brands in the UK and Ireland, B&Q, Screwfix and Tradepoint. DAC, which is recognised by Forrester as one of the world’s most significant performance marketing agencies, has been tasked to deliver local SEO and online reputation management for Kingfisher’s largest retail brands.
RetailDive
MARCH 19, 2024
The deal both satisfies a need from existing members who have been asking for more pet offerings and allows the company to reach new audiences.
365 Retail
MARCH 19, 2024
Global fashion retailer Reiss has today announced a new partnership with AI powered verification platform Compare Ethics as part of its continued commitment to sustainability and the use of responsible materials and standards in this area. The organisation’s AI-powered verification platform evaluates and ranks the quality of green claims against regulatory requirements, and offers actionable steps for achieving full compliance.
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