November, 2024

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Looming Trade War Is Upending Supply Chains

Practical eCommerce

U.S.-imposed tariffs and changes in China trade relations force brand managers to rethink sourcing. The post Looming Trade War Is Upending Supply Chains appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Primark Brings Back the Grinch Cafe

365 Retail

This festive season, Primark has teamed up with Dr. Seuss once again to deliver a Grinch-tastic experience for customers. The retailer has launched its largest-ever Grinch collection, available now in stores across all 17 Primark markets, and opened themed Grinch Cafes at six UK locations, making it easier than ever to celebrate a mischievous “Grinch-mas.

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TikTok Touts Results of IP Enforcement Efforts

Retail TouchPoints

Facing an impending (although not certain) ban in the U.S., as well as persistent regulatory scrutiny globally for everything from child privacy to forced labor, TikTok could use some positive news coverage. So to nudge things in the right direction, the social platform has shared details about its successes in protecting intellectual property rights on its Shop ecommerce platform.

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Keyword Volume: Google vs. Semrush vs. Ahrefs

Practical eCommerce

Keyword search volume metrics are imprecise and vary among the three principal sources. The post Keyword Volume: Google vs. Semrush vs. Ahrefs appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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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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Passkeys Gain Traction with Ecommerce Shoppers

Practical eCommerce

Amazon, Google, Apple, and many others now support passkeys, a method of logging into secure accounts without entering a password. The post Passkeys Gain Traction with Ecommerce Shoppers appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Product Feed Management for eCommerce Success with Feedonomics - EP007

Groove

Podcast : Download | Subscribe : Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Meeting Matt Dornfeld from Feedonomics.com In this engaging episode, Matt Dornfeld, Senior Director of Global Partnerships at Feedonomics, joins host Ethan Giffin to explore the intricacies of omni-channel eCommerce, data management, and evolving marketing strategies. Dornfeld shares his journey from Scubana to BigCommerce, where he helped drive the acquisition of Feedonomics, ultimately overseeing global partnerships.

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It’s a shorter holiday season. Does that matter?

RetailDive

There are five fewer days between Black Friday and Christmas Day compared to 2023. Here’s how retailers — and consumers — are preparing themselves.

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Scheduling Transparency, Safety are Retail Workers’ Biggest Concerns this Holiday Season

Retail TouchPoints

It’s the most wonderful time of the year, but for a sizeable portion of the U.S. workforce the holiday shopping season can be the most strenuous and stress-filled time of year. As consumers furiously stock up on everything they need for under the tree and around the table, retail workers — who make up more than one quarter of the U.S. labor force — find themselves literally on the front lines of the holiday madness.

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Domino’s Pizza Stake Purchased by Warren Buffett’s Berkshire Hathaway Group

RetailWire

Warren Buffett's Berkshire Hathaway Group has purchased a huge stake in Domino's Pizza, and the investor's reasons for the purchase may be surprising.

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Stores risk £5,000 fines over improper vape disposal

TalkingRetail

An expert from waste management company Biffa has warned business owners about the risk of significant fines for not complying with UK WEEE regulations - including the provision of a takeback system for consumers.

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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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Disrupting the eCommerce Industry with Jason Nyhus of Shopware - EP008

Groove

Podcast : Download | Subscribe : Apple Podcasts | Google Podcasts | Spotify Meeting Jason Nyhus from Shopware In this episode of eCommerce Masters, host Ethan Giffin welcomes Jason Nyhus, GM of Shopware North America, for an engaging conversation about the eCommerce landscape. Jason shares his 25-year journey in the industry, highlighting the lessons he’s learned and the unique value Shopware brings to merchants.

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Balancing AI and Humanity: Insights from KM’s Biggest Events in 2024

Forrester eCommerce

Knowledge Management (KM) is experiencing an exciting transformation fueled by the merging of generative AI and human-centered practices.

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Winners and losers of Black Friday 2024

RetailDive

With deals all spread out and e-commerce surging even on Thanksgiving Day, the red-letter event seems to be losing its punch.

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How (and Why) Ikea Embraced Trauma-Informed Design in Crafting Housing for the Homeless

Retail TouchPoints

Hopefully, most of us won’t have to deal with being homeless during our lives — however, that shouldn’t keep us from feeling empathy for those who are in this situation. Ikea has turned its empathy into action by helping drive the construction of a Small Home in San Antonio’s Towne Twin Village that is grounded in trauma-informed design and now serves as the residence for a formerly homeless person.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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.

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9 Books to Strengthen Cybersecurity

Practical eCommerce

Our curated selection from industry experts covers the psychology of cyber attackers, practical defense strategies, and much more. The post 9 Books to Strengthen Cybersecurity appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Nisa turns Black Friday pink

TalkingRetail

Nisa’s charity, Making a Difference Locally (MADL), has launched an alternative to Black Friday to celebrate the contribution its retailers make to their communities.

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Tiffany & Co. Opens in Trafford Centre’s Selfridges

365 Retail

The Trafford Centre , one of the UK’s premier retail and leisure destinations, has recently welcomed renowned jewellery brand Tiffany & Co. with a new concession in the Selfridges Accessories Hall. The store features Tiffany & Co.’s latest design concept, inspired by its Fifth Avenue flagship redesigned by Peter Marino, offering visitors a luxurious shopping experience.

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Target Introduces a Full Holiday Shopping Experience for the Holidays

RetailWire

Target's holiday shopping experience this holiday season will feature a mix of immersive in-store displays and digital features aimed at enhancing every visit.

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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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Will Kohl’s have to close stores?

RetailDive

Not long ago, in stark contrast to rival Macy’s, the department store was talking about expanding its fleet. That may be about to change, analysts say.

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Puma Brings Immersive Entertainment Flagship to Las Vegas

Retail TouchPoints

Puma has unveiled a new flagship concept that includes activations, customization services and other tech-powered elements. Located at the BLVD , a new retail and entertainment destination in the heart of the Las Vegas Strip, this is the global sports brand’s second U.S. flagship. The 25,000-square-foot space spans three floors and represents Puma’s much broader “brand elevation strategy,” according to Arne Freundt, CEO of Puma.

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Dynamic Search Ads Tap Informational Queries

Practical eCommerce

DSA's can attract valuable top-of-funnel shoppers to nurture and convert into customers. The post Dynamic Search Ads Tap Informational Queries appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Unilever presents new snackable Magnum Bonbon

TalkingRetail

Unilever has launched a new snacking format, Magnum Bonbon, to encourage new ice cream occasions, such as big nights in and the sofa snacking moment. Magnum Bonbon is available now in three flavours: White Chocolate & Cookie, Salted Caramel & Almond and Gold Caramel Billionaire.

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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.

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H Beauty Joins Silverburn

365 Retail

Henderson Park , the international private equity real estate firm, and Eurofund Group , the pan-European investment and development company, have announced the addition of H beauty to Silverburn in Glasgow. The Harrods-owned beauty brand will occupy 22,500 sq ft of the former Debenhams unit, marking the flagship store’s sixth location and expanding Silverburn’s beauty and lifestyle offering.

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Abercrombie & Fitch Reports Stunning Q3 Earnings, Expects Strong Holiday Shopping Season

RetailWire

Abercrombie & Fitch has been doing something right, as its latest earnings report shows significant growth.

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CEOs say personalization is the key to success in music retail

RetailDive

The leaders of two of America’s top musical instrument retailers, Guitar Center and Sweetwater, say they’re trying to engage customers both online and in stores.

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How Network Detection and Response Can Protect Retailers from Cybercrime

Retail TouchPoints

The past year has been brutal for big retailers when it comes to cybercrime. Breaches have compromised customer records, disrupted online sales and caused network outages that impacted customer deliveries. It’s not as though these companies had no defenses. They did. The alarming reality is that hackers are adopting new methodologies to overcome traditional defensive technologies – and are succeeding.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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New Ecommerce Tools: November 14, 2024

Practical eCommerce

This week's rundown includes new tools for holiday marketing campaigns, drone deliveries, analytics, search, video generators, and AI-based platforms. The post New Ecommerce Tools: November 14, 2024 appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Reece’s ice cream launches in the UK

TalkingRetail

Brand of Brothers partners with The Hershey Company to bring Reese’s ice cream to the UK market.

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DPD Launches UK’s First Multi-Compartment Autonomous Locker Robot

365 Retail

DPD has become the first UK parcel delivery company to deploy Ottonomy’s multi-compartment, fully autonomous ‘Locker’ robot, Ottobot. Larger than DPD’s existing autonomous delivery robots, Ottobot has a maximum payload of 70kg, eight separate compartments that can carry parcel of varying sizes and can also facilitate collections. The robot features four-wheel powered swerve drive with independent steering and suspension, which provides maximum manoeuvrability. while multiple se

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Krispy Kreme Launches Festive ‘Grinchmas’ Holiday Doughnuts

RetailWire

To give a naughty and nice twist to the holiday season, Krispy Kreme has launched a line of "Grinchmas" holiday doughnuts.

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4 Best Practices for Ensuring Success in International Markets Ahead of Peak Season

The opportunity for e-commerce merchants in international markets is immense. Data indicates that when international options are available at checkout, merchants see up to 20-60% higher cart conversion and a 128% higher gross merchandise value (GMV) than domestic orders. However, while the opportunities are significant, so are the risks. Without careful planning and strategic partnerships, merchants may face challenges, including high shipping costs, complex customs regulations, and unexpected p