RIS News
JANUARY 3, 2024
The top five trends to watch in 2024 will explore technologies and opportunities that will continue to transform the retail industry. These are noteworthy items that have been hot topics among industry experts and could have a significant impact on 2024.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 19, 2024
Put mildly, it has been a challenging few years for retailers. A historic pandemic with a double-whammy of supply chain and staffing issues as well as persistently high levels of inflation have up-ended a lot of industry norms and pushed consumers to increasing their scrutiny on where and how much they spend. Interestingly, coming off a summer spending spree, when credit card balances spiked in the third quarter to a $1.08 trillion record , we also just saw record-breaking spend online on Black
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Salsify
JANUARY 30, 2024
The “2024 Consumer Research” report from Salsify revealed that 49% of online shoppers start their journey via a search engine. Once shoppers click search, they’re inundated with hundreds if not thousands of potential products — like a kid in a candy shop, to put it lightly.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 12, 2024
Providers and users of connected products in the EU, or services related to such products, take note: The EU Data Act is now in force. The clock on the transition period started ticking on January 11, 2023, and you need to be prepared.
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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.
RetailDive
JANUARY 24, 2024
There’s even less data about retail crime now that the National Retail Federation has retracted a key claim about its impact. What’s going on?
Practical eCommerce
JANUARY 29, 2024
A ecosystem of buyers, sellers, and brokers creates a thriving M&A market for digital businesses. The post Marketplaces to Buy and Sell Websites appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
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Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 30, 2024
Generative AI (Gen AI) has brought about a seismic shift that’s reshaping customer interactions and business operations. As retailers ride the AI wave, it’s important to simultaneously address both the opportunities and responsibilities it brings. Gen AI, with its vast potential for enhancing efficiency and personalizing customer experiences, also comes with ethical considerations.
Practical eCommerce
JANUARY 26, 2024
A longtime insurance salesman considers launching his own business. "Where do I begin?" he asks. The post Advice to a New Ecommerce Merchant appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.
RetailDive
JANUARY 8, 2024
From economic pressures weighing on consumers to relocating stores away from malls, here’s what’s on retailers’ minds heading into the new year.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 29, 2024
According to a recent survey, 87% of enterprise developers use low-code development platforms for at least some of their work. Find out what's driving the growth in the low-code market in this preview of a new report and forecast.
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My Wife Quit Her Job
JANUARY 23, 2024
In this episode, I’ll give you the run down on how both our businesses performed in 2023 including all of the highlights, lowlights and what we have planned for 2024. What You’ll Learn How my businesses performed in 2023 Predictions and plans for ecommerce in 2024 Check out my new office – Click here for the tour Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run for the past 8 years.
Fabric
JANUARY 16, 2024
The post fabric Launches Industry-First Commerce Platform With Native OMS, Supercharging Retailer Conversions And Outcomes appeared first on Headless E-Commerce Platform | fabric.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 24, 2024
The mall is experiencing a resurgence, defying predictions of its demise. This retail renaissance is not just a return to traditional shopping spaces but also signifies a shift in the shoppers’ culture, expectations and behaviors. Fueled by a desire for experiential interactions, expanded leisure and dining offers, personalized shopping journeys and the integration of digital elements, malls are becoming hubs of innovation and adaptation in addition to their social elements and place as our new
Groove
JANUARY 3, 2024
From detailed functionality and features to honest pros and cons, this guide reveals all you need to know about BigCommerce and Shopify.
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
Fastr
JANUARY 26, 2024
The recent CMS Kickoff 2024, hosted by Boye & Co , brought together industry leaders, innovators, and disruptors in the content management space. As a leading Digital Experience Composition provider, Fastr was present to showcase our commitment to pushing the boundaries of digital experiences.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 4, 2024
The accessibility community was abuzz with reactions to news that digital accessibility platform vendor Level Access plans to acquire accessibility overlay provider UserWay.
My Wife Quit Her Job
JANUARY 16, 2024
Today, I’m thrilled to have my good friend and mastermind buddy Bobby Hoyt on the show. Bobby is the founder of Millennial Money Man, where he teaches millennials how to make and save more money. His blog has been featured in Lifehacker, Forbes, Market Watch, CNBC, US News, Business Insider and countless other publications. A couple listeners have recently emailed me asking me whether blogging is still a viable business model.
Salsify
JANUARY 25, 2024
While modern life seems to offer consumers a newfound efficiency at nearly every turn, many “old world” approaches continue to retain their enduring, crowd-pleasing charm.
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.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 2, 2024
JD.com has won a lawsuit against rival Alibaba Group in the High People’s Court of Beijing, which fined Alibaba 1 billion yuan ( $140 million) for engaging in monopolistic practices. JD.com had sued Alibaba and its ecommerce divisions, Zhejiang Tmall Network and Zhejiang Tmall Technology, for practicing “choosing one of two” behaviors — essentially saying to suppliers that if they sold to JD.com, they would not be allowed to sell on Alibaba.
FastSpring
JANUARY 26, 2024
With years of experience at managing customer success (CS), Jake Dipple knows how important it is to foster collaboration between businesses and their customers. And at a company like Sideways 6 — whose product is an idea management software to help organizations engage people and foster innovation — that emphasis on collaboration gets even louder. Jake, Head of Customer Success for Sideways 6, explains that the current trend is to measure their success through the customer’s success, with CS be
Fastr
JANUARY 18, 2024
As we've begun the new year, the lessons of the past, shaped by the tumultuous events of 2023 and the preceding years, have left an indelible mark on the ecommerce landscape. It's now clear that predicting the future in this ever-evolving realm is a formidable challenge.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 16, 2024
Learn how to improve business performance by aligning the three core principles of the high-performance IT model with one of the four IT styles.
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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.
My Wife Quit Her Job
JANUARY 8, 2024
In this episode, I’m going to give you my predictions for ecommerce and small business entrepreneurship in 2024. I’ll dive into what’s next, discuss everything from the shifting landscape of eCommerce jobs to artificial intelligence and what’s going on with China. What You’ll Learn My predictions for 2024 Ho artificial intelligence will affect business The role of China and ecommerce Sponsors SellersSummit.com – The Sellers Summit is the ecommerce conference that I’ve run
Salsify
JANUARY 18, 2024
Brand discovery can happen at any moment. Consumers might be scrolling social media, searching the web, or walking down the high street when they come across a brand that meets their needs.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 12, 2024
As 2024 advances, the importance and reach of paid social media advertising will only continue to grow. For online retailers that want to stay relevant and competitive, it’s important to stay on top of the latest trends and strategies. Here are six social commerce trends you should be aware of to maximize your results and drive growth in the coming year, based on insights from Multichannel Marketing Report 2023 by DataFeedWatch, a comprehensive analysis of the global ecommerce landscape ba
Wiser
JANUARY 4, 2024
Companies continually grapple with the best approach to set prices that would not only cover costs but also attract and retain customers. One such approach to consider is economy pricing. Adopting certain pricing strategies could mean the difference between a thriving business and one that struggles to keep its doors open. The question that arises, however, is whether economy pricing is the right fit for every business.
Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System
Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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.
RetailDive
JANUARY 2, 2024
From new marketing techniques to consumers spending despite inflation, here are the big takeaways from the latest holiday season.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 30, 2024
Understand the value that you can expect from an ESG data and analytics provider, learn how providers differ, and investigate options.
My Wife Quit Her Job
JANUARY 30, 2024
Today, I’m thrilled to have Noah Kagan back on the show. Noah is the chief sumo and founder of Appsumo.com, which is a nine-figure company. He’s also known for his YouTube channel called Noah Kagan, which has close to 1 million subscribers. In this episode, we discuss the exact steps to build a seven-figure business in a single weekend.
Salsify
JANUARY 9, 2024
Check out how shoppers are using ecommerce AI tools both intentionally and inadvertently during the buying journey and how they can boost brands’ success.
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