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The European Cybersecurity Consulting Services Market Is Ready For Disruption

Forrester eCommerce

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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FTC Chair Lina Khan on Fighting ‘Gatekeeper Markets’ that Throttle Fair Competition

Retail TouchPoints

For a long time, the American public has hit the “mute” button about the dangers of too much corporate consolidation. One bit of evidence: a decades-long decline in the frequency of the word “monopoly” in published books from a peak in 1949, according to data from Google. But those attitudes appear to be changing, in some cases dramatically.

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Google Announces Meridian, A Marketing Mix Modeling Tool

Forrester eCommerce

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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524: Insider Tips On How To Sell Profitably On Etsy With Scott Voelker

My Wife Quit Her Job

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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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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Payment Methods Don’t Matter – Payment Experiences Do

Forrester eCommerce

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

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Shop Premium Outlets Debuts Retail Media Network

Retail TouchPoints

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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Walgreens to Add Claire’s Assortment in 4,400+ Stores

Retail TouchPoints

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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The Perfect Match: Reflections from my 1st week at fabric

Fabric

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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Hudson’s Bay Brings Target Kids Brand to Canada

Retail TouchPoints

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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Unveiling the Best Amazon Product Research Tools for 2024

Algopix

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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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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Kohl’s is Expecting…Babies ‘R’ Us Shop-in-Shops to Arrive at 200 Locations Later This Year

Retail TouchPoints

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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New Ecommerce Tools: March 12, 2024

Practical eCommerce

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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Automakers Might Be Sharing Your Driving Data With Insurers

RetailWire

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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Kohl’s brings in Babies R Us after rough holiday quarter

RetailDive

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

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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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Little Caesars Releases New Handheld Pizza Innovation Crazy Puffs

RetailWire

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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Recession 2024? How Shoppers Respond to Economic Shifts | Salsify

Salsify

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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How leading enterprise brands scale their ecommerce content operations

Talkoot

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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Tech Transformation Video: AllSaints’ James Reid Talks Innovation, Personalization, and Unified Commerce

RIS News

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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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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Nordstrom opens luxury pop-up at NYC flagship

RetailDive

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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MadaLuxe Group Accelerates Speed to Market for Its Products

RIS News

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

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The Body Shop’s US operation forced into liquidation as UK parent takes its cash

RetailDive

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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Lick Redefines the Experience of Discovering Colour at B&Q Stores

365 Retail

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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Drive More E-Commerce Revenue with Omnichannel Selling

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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LG Invests $60 Million in Bear Robotics Startup

RetailWire

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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EuroCIS 2024: Unveiling the Future of Retail Technology in Düsseldorf

365 Retail

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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Tech Transformation Podcast: AllSaints' James Reid on Endless Engagement Opportunities with Mobile Apps

RIS News

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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Vape liquid tax rises will help criminals and hurt smokers, says Evapo

TalkingRetail

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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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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The Retail Trust Turns to Ai to Help Improve Staff Mental Health and Prove Value of Wellbeing Strategies

365 Retail

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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Generation Tux steps into physical retail

RetailDive

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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5 Tips to Going Digital in the Heavy-Duty Automotive Aftermarket Industry

Pivotree Blog

The heavy-duty automotive market size is projected to grow to $178.31 billion USD by 2030. If there ever was a perfect time to put your heavy-duty automotive aftermarket business in the digital fast lane, it’s now! With the right digital tools and expertise, you can revamp inventory management to get the most out of your supply chain, fine-tune customer experience, and proactively find the right ways to safeguard your journey from any potential roadblocks.

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Infographic: Optimizing In-Store Retail Strategies in 2024

RepslyBlog

In our recently unveiled 2024 Outlook Report, a significant shift in the priorities of CPG and Retail Services leaders has come to light. Notably, a whopping 90% of those with access to budget information are planning to either maintain or increase their investments in retail execution technology this year. This marked improvement signifies a newfound confidence in their strategies, reflecting a substantial leap from the uncertainties that lingered just a year ago, where over half of our survey

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.