Wiser
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The landscape of online retailing encompasses everything from drop-shipping and wholesaling to subscription and white-labeling, allowing entrepreneurs to choose the optimal business model to align with their brand’s vision and capabilities. Choosing the right eCommerce business model can significantly impact a brand’s success, and it requires a comprehensive understanding of each model’s nuances.
Algopix
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Inventory management is a critical aspect of running a successful business, whether you’re a small retailer or a large multinational corporation. In today’s fast-paced and competitive business environment, the efficient management of inventory can make or break a company. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal for effective inventory management is data-driven insights.
This site is protected by reCAPTCHA and the Google Privacy Policy and Terms of Service apply.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Despite global economic concerns, consumer spending has remained robust throughout 2023, and retailers are looking forward to a blockbuster Q4 full of holiday spending. That said, in a challenging economic climate the pressure is on to make the most of every opportunity — and a lot of retailers are unaware of significant problems within their ecommerce programs that are going to cost them sales and reduce their margins.
Fastr
OCTOBER 10, 2023
I am thrilled to announce a game-changing transformation in our company that is set to revolutionize the world of ecommerce. Today, we proudly introduce FastrAI, a powerful adaptive AI that will reshape the way brands create and optimize their online shopping experiences.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
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.
lateshipment
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Ho Ho Ho! The holiday season is upon us and it’s time for brands to wipe the dust off the box, get in it and think outside of that box to bring in some quality holiday traffic. Holiday marketing could be very different from marketing throughout the year. Brands need to get all in with their tricks and tactics to pull off a successful and profitable holiday season.
Salsify
OCTOBER 10, 2023
In the blink of an eye, our two youngest generations, Generation Z (Gen Z) and Generation Alpha (Gen Alpha), are now at the helm of making important purchasing decisions.
Online Retail Today brings together the best content for online retail professionals from the widest variety of industry thought leaders.
.png
) |
Algopix
OCTOBER 12, 2023
In an age where e-commerce and retail industries are booming, the ability to accurately and efficiently identify products is paramount. Whether you’re a customer searching for a specific item or a business looking to streamline inventory management, the importance of product identification cannot be overstated. Fortunately, artificial intelligence (AI) has emerged as a powerful tool in this domain, revolutionizing the way products are identified and classified.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 11, 2023
The so-called “Great Resignation” may be over for salaried workers, but for frontline employees there is no end in sight to the labor shortage. The retail sector has experienced one of the most acute impacts of this shortage, with a 57.3% employee turnover rate and comparatively slower wage gains creating a talent drought that poses a potentially existential threat to the industry.
Digital Doughnut
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Discover the top 5 mobile app development frameworks for building cutting-edge apps. Explore features and use cases of the emerging framework trends.Discover the top 5 mobile app development frameworks for building cutting-edge apps. Explore features and use cases of the emerging framework trends.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 11, 2023
B2B marketing is especially fertile ground for the early adoption of generative AI (genAI) technologies and has already become a beachhead for use cases that span content operations to customer engagement. The problem is that B2B CMOs and their teams lack a process for understanding genAI’s impact, assessing organizational readiness, and prioritizing adoption areas.
Advertisement
AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
My Wife Quit Her Job
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Today I’m posting an oldie but a goodie with my good friend Ezra Firestone, where we discuss overcoming adversity and how to stay sane running your business. This episode is also a great precursor on why going to live events like the Seller Summit and taking part in masterminds is so important for the growth of your business. Enjoy! What You’ll Learn What happened at Boom that caused Ezra a lot of stress How to stay sane running your business What’s working in ecommerce today B
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 9, 2023
In 2024, it won’t be your dad’s supply chain. Shoppers’ retail preferences will be unlike anything we’ve seen even just a year ago. More fluid. Less predictable. Highly distributed! These four emerging trends elevate the urgency for supply chain execs to move distributed order management (DOM) to the top of their lists. #1: Retailers are testing brands, hiding the parent brand.
Groove
OCTOBER 10, 2023
In the vast digital landscape, where visibility is paramount, the science and art of Search Engine Optimization (SEO) hold the key to unlocking online success. As search engines continue to evolve, so too must our strategies to ensure optimal visibility and organic traffic. Enter the realm of artificial intelligence (AI), a disruptive force that is revolutionizing the field of SEO.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 11, 2023
Before our full predictions for 2024 launch on Tuesday, October 24, read our "anti-predictions." Here's what won’t happen in 2024.
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
My Wife Quit Her Job
OCTOBER 9, 2023
If you’re a sneakerhead looking to turn your love for kicks into a profitable venture, starting a sneaker reselling business is a fantastic idea. The process of sneaker reselling is pretty simple. You scout for both new and used sneakers with a substantial resale value, secure them at competitive prices, and then sell them at a healthy profit. The best part is that you don’t need to create anything from scratch or invest time in production.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Hy-Vee is implementing Samsung Ads to support its retail media strategy. Brand marketing teams will now be able reach customers via Samsung Connected TVs, Direct Out-of-Home (OOH) advertising and now, in-store displays. With advanced measurement, targeting and programmatic transactional technology, Samsung and Hy-Vee’s retail media network, RedMedia , will help suppliers and brands reach specific customers across channels, including the retailer’s in-store marketing, loyalty programs and events.
FastSpring
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Dave Gowans loves that testing allows opinions and preconceptions about conversion to be set aside in favor of numbers and measurability. And what is one of the key conversion factors he uses those numbers to measure? Love. As wild as that sounds, it makes perfect sense. Dave, Founder and Director of Conversion at conversion optimization agency Browser to Buyer , explains that there are two fundamentals underlying the research his agency does for clients: barriers and motivators.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 10, 2023
This blog post dives into the Buyer Strategy layer of the Forrester Go-To-Market Architecture Model. This layer details a go-to-market strategy approach that aligns the needs of a particular buying audience with the best solution that will meet those needs.
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.
Salsify
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Today, online sales account for one of every five retail dollars spent, according to Digital Commerce 360. If brands want to cash in on this new retail landscape, they have to meet the modern consumer on their digital journey.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Dollar General has asked former CEO Todd Vasos to step back into the leadership role. Vasos is replacing Jeff Owen, a 30-year+ Dollar General veteran who was named CEO when Vasos initially retired from the job in July 2022. Vasos remained on the retailer’s board of directors after stepping down. Todd Vasos “The board has tremendous respect for Jeff and greatly appreciates his many contributions to the company, especially during his long tenure leading our retail operations,” said Michael Calbert
Wiser
OCTOBER 9, 2023
The empowerment of a field force could be the crucial factor that determines whether a brand edges ahead of the competition or falls behind. The field force is the backbone of a brand; these individuals make direct contact with the market, convey the brand message to the audience, and gather critical feedback from them. Which is why having a well-trained, well-equipped, and highly motivated team is paramount to the success of a brand.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 10, 2023
Retailers' solution to increased shrink may already be a tool in their arsenal. Learn from Emily Pfeiffer on OMS tech solutions for retail theft.
Advertiser: ZoomInfo
ZoomInfo customers aren’t just selling — they’re winning. Revenue teams using our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform grew pipeline by 32%, increased deal sizes by 40%, and booked 55% more meetings. Download this report to see what 11,000+ customers say about our Go-To-Market Intelligence platform and how it impacts their bottom line. The data speaks for itself!
ESW
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Recruiting and retaining top talent remains a priority for corporations – especially as many employers are pushing return-to-office. Consumer brands and retailers have an extra tool in their human resources toolbox. They can give employees access to their products at reduced costs. Many merchants do this through online employee stores and employee discount codes.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 13, 2023
The average American adult’s attention span is a staggering 8.25 seconds. In an era of goldfish-esque attention spans, short videos have emerged as a powerful marketing tool. These concise visual stories, typically under a minute long, have become a part of our daily lives and are now an essential means for businesses to connect with their audiences.
FastSpring
OCTOBER 13, 2023
If you’re currently using 2Checkout or Stripe to sell digital goods or SaaS but are considering switching — to the other, or to other options such as FastSpring — you may be wondering whether there are substantial differences between the platforms and their services. In fact, there are some major differences when comparing 2Checkout vs. Stripe vs. FastSpring.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Whether you realize it or not, revenue development reps are already working with buying groups. Learn how to formalize this process internally today.
Advertisement
Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.
RetailDive
OCTOBER 13, 2023
Many in the generation expect to spend more than last year and will shop earlier if retailers introduce discounts sooner, according to a Shopify report.
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Consumers are cautious and somewhat “on watch” when it comes to AI, but they know they’ll need to reconcile their reservations. According to Morning Consult, 52% of consumers are convinced that AI is here to stay. As a matter of fact, as accessibility becomes a more prevalent concern in the retail sector, the interplay between new technology and AI represents some good news.
Fabric
OCTOBER 12, 2023
Sneak peaks and previews into some of the most electrifying trends in tech is one of the perks of having a finger on the pulse of e-commerce. From the rapid proliferation of mobile shopping to new omnichannel retail models , the buzz surrounding the future of commerce has never been more exciting. But look past these innovations, and the untold story that’s percolating below the surface is the rise of commerce platforms-as-a-service (PaaS) and the acceleration towards the end of replatforming.
Forrester eCommerce
OCTOBER 12, 2023
“If You See Something, Say Something®” is the tagline for a national campaign but it’s also become an unofficial motto for values-driven employees dedicated to facilitating an ethical culture of their organizations and who are unafraid to blow the whistle on corporate actions that go against it.
Advertisement
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.
Expert insights. Personalized for you.
148 
Let's personalize your content