Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 12, 2024

Read the latest Forrester blog from Principal Analyst Lily Varon and Senior Researcher Nicole Murgia on consumer retail payment preferences.

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My Wife Quit Her Job

MARCH 12, 2024

Today, I’m thrilled to have my long time friend Scottie V back on the show. Scott Voelker is known in many circles as the grandfather of Amazon as he was one of the first and most popular podcasts in the space. But in this episode, we’re going to talk about Etsy and how he and his wife have grown a thriving Etsy business selling print on demand products.

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Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 12, 2024

As digital threats grow more sophisticated and European and international regulatory landscapes more intricate, the role of cybersecurity consulting services is critical. Hence, I’m excited to announce The Forrester Wave™: Cybersecurity Consulting Services In Europe, Q1 2024 (available for Forrester clients).

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 12, 2024

Shop Premium Outlets (SPO) — the online marketplace from mall operator Simon Property Group and Rue Gilt Groupe — has launched a retail media network powered by Mirakl Ads, a new retail media offering from marketplace solution Mirakl (on which SPO is built). SPO features on-sale and outlet merchandise from more than 300 curated sellers and brands, including Adidas , Coach Outlet , Hugo Boss and Mulberry.

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Forrester eCommerce

MARCH 12, 2024

Google unveiled Meridian, an open-source marketing mix modeling (MMM) tool aimed at tackling crucial measurement challenges. MMM gauges the impact of marketing and media investments on vital performance indicators like sales or revenue, while also forecasting the revenue potential of marketing endeavors.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 12, 2024

Walgreens will integrate jewelry, hair accessories, cosmetics and seasonal pieces from Claire’s into the assortment of more than 4,400 stores by the end of this month. Each participating location will have dedicated displays merchandised by Claire’s in their seasonal sections. “As a one-stop destination for everyday needs, Walgreens services millions of people every day,” said Ryan Vero, CEO at Claire’s in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 12, 2024

Strategic brand partnerships and collaborations can help merchants raise brand awareness and expand into new markets. Target is partnering with Hudson’s Bay to bring its popular kids apparel brand, Cat & Jack, to Canada. Target made its official exit from Canada in 2015, with CEO Brian Cornell reporting that area of the business was “losing money every day.

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Fabric

MARCH 12, 2024

Last week, I attended eTail24 in Palm Springs, CA as a new employee of fabric, inc. What a welcome: week one, and I get thrown into speaking at a conference, now I know this is going to be a fun ride. Any given month, maybe even week, there is a retail conference somewhere and I have been to many over my career! What made this one unique was the company I represented.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 12, 2024

WHP Global is following a familiar playbook for its relaunch of Babies ‘R’ Us. After opening the brand’s first brick-and-mortar location since its 2018 bankruptcy in July 2023, the company has now announced plans to bring Babies ‘R’ Us shop-in-shops to 200 Kohl’s locations this year. After filing for bankruptcy and shuttering all its U.S. stores, Babies ‘R’ Us and its sister brand Toys ‘R’ Us passed through a number of hands before being acquired by WHP Global in March 2021.

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RetailDive

MARCH 12, 2024

The struggling department store is increasingly relying on other brands, including Amazon and Sephora, to bring customers to its stores.

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Practical eCommerce

MARCH 12, 2024

New tools this week include AI website builders, payment platforms, email and text marketing tools, logistics, video game commerce, and more. The post New Ecommerce Tools: March 12, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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RetailDive

MARCH 12, 2024

The retailer’s partnership with Bode is the first of a series of limited-time events and brand takeovers at the New York store.

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Algopix

MARCH 12, 2024

In the ever-evolving landscape of e-commerce, Amazon stands tall as the titan of online retail. With millions of products available to buyers worldwide, it’s no surprise that countless entrepreneurs and sellers are continuously seeking innovative ways to uncover profitable opportunities within this vast marketplace. Amidst this pursuit, leveraging the right tools and resources becomes paramount.

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RetailWire

MARCH 12, 2024

A software company owner, Kenn Dahl, recently experienced a significant increase in his car insurance rates. Upon investigation, he discovered that his driving data was being shared with insurers without his explicit consent.

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RetailDive

MARCH 12, 2024

The U.S. subsidiary ceased operating as of March 1, and told a bankruptcy court it didn’t get advance notice of its British owner's restructuring.

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RetailWire

MARCH 12, 2024

Little Caesars is shaking up the handheld snack game with the debut of Crazy Puffs. These bite-sized pockets pack all the deliciousness of a classic pizza into a convenient, flaky crust, making them the ultimate grab-and-go option for any occasion.

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RetailDive

MARCH 12, 2024

The online suit and tuxedo rental company has opened its first showroom in Columbus, Ohio, and is planning more locations in the coming months.

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Salsify

MARCH 12, 2024

Recession 2024? It depends, but shopping behavior trends from the latest Salsify consumer research report show consumers are looking to save — learn how.

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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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RIS News

MARCH 12, 2024

James Reid, chief innovation officer at AllSaints, discusses the fashion brand’s approach to personalizing the customer journey and blending the lines between brick-and-mortar and digital experiences.

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RetailDive

MARCH 12, 2024

Michael Krans is joining the department store from Walmart Connect, where he led the fashion team.

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RIS News

MARCH 12, 2024

Learn how MadaLuxe Group is increasing speed to market through AI-powered image attribution, product copywriting, and intelligent decisioning.

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Talkoot

MARCH 12, 2024

How leading enterprise brands scale their ecommerce content operations Anna Rillahan Talkoot Chief Growth Officer In the rapidly-evolving world of ecommerce, enterprise retailers face a significant challenge—producing high-quality, high-volume product content that resonates with consumers across channels. Adding to this complexity is the increasing demand for more personalized, more seasonally relevant and channel-specific content.

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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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365 Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

Colour-centric home decor brand, Lick , is transforming the process of colour discovery at your local B&Q store, with a first-of-its-kind interactive, digital screen and personalised colour quiz, alongside its range of high-quality products. Lick’s physical presence at B&Q stores will include much more than what’s on the shelves. Via a first-of-its-kind interactive screen, the brand will be adding real-life inspiration and support to the shopping experience, offering customers free

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RIS News

MARCH 12, 2024

In this episode of Tech Transformation, AllSaints' chief innovation officer, James Reid, discusses the development of the brand's consumer app and the creative ways the brand is interacting with the highly-engaged consumers that this channel provides

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365 Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

EuroCIS 2024, held from 27 to 29 February in Düsseldorf, Germany, reaffirmed its status as a pivotal event for retail technology innovation, drawing 475 exhibitors from 41 countries and over 13,500 trade visitors from 95 countries. The fair served as a comprehensive platform for decision-makers to explore advancements in IT equipment for their companies​​.

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RetailWire

MARCH 12, 2024

Bear Robotics, a startup headquartered in Redwood City, California, that is setting out to make hospitality management easier is being backed by LG Electronics for $60 million.

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365 Retail

MARCH 12, 2024

Retail industry charity the Retail Trust has developed a generative AI powered dashboard to help retailers including FatFace and Next to improve staff mental health and prove the value of their wellbeing strategies. The new ‘happiness dashboard’, built in partnership with a handful of leading retail employers and the Retail Trust’s technology partner BJSS, allows employers to track staff wellbeing trends and improve the effectiveness of support.

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TalkingRetail

MARCH 12, 2024

In response to the recent Budget announcement by the UK government, Evapo, a pioneering entity in the vaping and smoking cessation industry, has expressed its “profound disappointment” over the decision to increase taxes on vaping liquids.

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RetailWire

MARCH 12, 2024

Streaming platform Roku recently disclosed a data breach affecting over 15,000 accounts amidst its 80 million active users.

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TalkingRetail

MARCH 12, 2024

PepsiCo has launched a new Extra Flamin’ Hot range for its Doritos, Walkers Max and Wotsits Crunchy ranges.

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