Salsify
JANUARY 31, 2023
Whether you’re in the market for a vintage clothing item, a deal on a refurbished gadget, or just something that catches your eye with a lower carbon footprint, you’re probably already familiar with the many benefits of recommerce.
ROI Revolution
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Getting the right product in front of the right person at the right time. It sounds simple, but there’s something of an art to it. That art is merchandising strategy. Visual merchandising, digital merchandising, product merchandising – whatever you call it, the purpose remains the same. Enhance the online experience and drive conversions by strategically displaying products and content on your ecommerce site to align with your overall brand experience.
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Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Shopify needs no introduction. Since its founding in 2006, the platform has become the leading online store builder. Its name is dropped in nearly every eCommerce article, and for a good reason – Shopify makes selling online simple. Its many in-built features guarantee newbie sellers have all they need to build a successful business. However, the platform famously has one downside.
RetailDive
JANUARY 31, 2023
Total digital retail commerce hit a record in Q4 last year, reaching $332.2 billion, according to Comscore.
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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.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 30, 2023
In the last twelve months, “Risk Dashboards” became all the rage in cybersecurity with varied titles like “Risk Index,” “Security Baseline,” “Security Posture,” and “Risk Posture.” These dashboards appear in a vendor’s user interface and purport to help security programs improve. Some even offer coveted “benchmark data,” leaders can share with boards and executives.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 30, 2023
The new supermarket concept Addie’s , a self-described “drive-up grocer,” has opened its first store in Norwood, Mass., fueled by $10.1 million in seed funding it recently received from Rose Park Advisors. The pickup-only store does not allow in-store shopping; instead, the store serves as an onsite warehouse designed solely for stocking, storing and bagging groceries.
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My Wife Quit Her Job
JANUARY 28, 2023
Dropshipping is a low-risk business model that requires less capital, no inventory, and can be operated from your home. But choosing the right products to dropship can make or break your business. To help, I'm sharing my list of the best dropshipping products to sell online. I’ll cover the most profitable niches and discuss the key factors to finding the best-selling dropshipping products.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
There’s something about entering a new year. Unbridled optimism, renewed hopes, and general positivity about having a fresh start are typical emotions. But 2023 is not like any other year.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Continuing its efforts to gain a greater share of promgoers’ purchases, David’s Bridal has opened “House of Prom” pop-up shops in five select markets across the country. The retailer introduced its Diamond Prom loyalty program in December 2022 , offering both individual member rewards and the opportunity for schoolmates to pool their points and earn a photo booth for their special event.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
What's the easiest way to extend the functionality of your WordPress.org website? Answer: Plugins. For the uninitiated, a plugin is a software add-on you can use to add extra features to website platforms like WordPress. WordPress boasts thousands of plugins for users to download and benefit from. You name it – there's a good chance there's a plugin that will do the job – website accessibility, performance, security, SEO, etc., the list goes on.
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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.
lateshipment
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Why Prioritizing Acquisition over Retention May Not Be the Best Move to Make When It Comes to Building a Customer Base ‘X’ is an e-commerce company that deals with fast fashion and focuses only on acquiring new customers through heavy discounting and advertising. While they may see a spike in new customer acquisition, they may also see a high rate of customers who only make one purchase and never return.
Forrester eCommerce
JANUARY 30, 2023
Marketing analytics is the practice of measuring, managing, and analyzing data from marketing initiatives — including channels, programs, campaigns, and tactics — to improve marketing effectiveness and identify opportunities to optimize short- and long-term objectives.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 30, 2023
Foot Locker will lay off an unspecified number of employees in corporate and support roles with the goal of saving $18 million annually, according to a filing with the SEC. Additionally, the retailer will wind down its Sidestep banner in Europe to better enable it to focus on its core businesses. The cuts are part of Foot Locker’s plans to “simplify the business” and put a greater emphasis on omnichannel operations, according to CEO Mary Dillon.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Choosing the right ecommerce store building solution can be quite the challenge for any business owner. You want something that’s going to be strong enough to deliver all the features you need, but you also need to be mindful of budget. Big Cartel is one of the more popular tools for online selling on the market today, often ranking alongside market leaders like Shopify.
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Omnisend
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Reading Time: 17 minutes Despite the increasing number of channels available to ecommerce businesses to reach their customers, email continues to be the most promising. Statistics show that ecommerce email marketing continues to deliver an impressive $36 for every $1 spent — but only when used right. With customer acquisition costs increasing by almost 60% it’s time for brands to rework how they use email — no, the standardized ecommerce email marketing automations are no longer enough!
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Tech Execs, do not be too aggressive with short-term cuts that inevitably will force you to play catch-up in the long run. Instead, be aggressive with repositioning your workforce to expand core business growth and strengthen the durability of your advantage in the market.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 31, 2023
Almost a quarter of a century ago, a groundbreaking article in Harvard Business Review heralded the dawn of the “fourth stage economy” — one in which the spotlight would be shone directly on consumers’ expectations of immersive brand experiences. This was the birth of the experience economy, a new era of business projecting beyond the simple exchange of money for goods and services.
GetElastic
JANUARY 31, 2023
It’s rare to find a digital commerce leader who isn’t feeling the pressure to grow revenue. In order to increase key KPIs like conversion, AOV, and customer lifetime value, you need to “wow” customers with innovative experiences like shop-the-room, virtual try-on, & pop-up shops and seamless product discovery through product configurators, loyalty-only catalogs , dynamic bundles , and more.
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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.
FastSpring
JANUARY 31, 2023
To help you choose between Stripe vs. Paddle vs. FastSpring, this guide compares: What areas of the payment lifecycle each one provides a solution for (e.g., payment processing, gathering and remitting taxes, and subscription management) and what additional software you’ll need to add to your tech stack. What companies and industries each one serves.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
If you’re in product management, your skills are needed today! According to Glassdoor, the number of product manager job openings has increased 135% over the past five years, with up to 17,000 available job openings on the site today.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
Nike and Tiffany & Co. are collaborating on several products, including a pair of sneakers and silver shoe accessories, that will launch March 7. The sneaker will be an all-black pair of Nike Air Force 1 sneakers , also known as 1837s, featuring the Nike swoosh in Tiffany blue and a sterling silver adornment. The sneakers will retail for $400 , a significantly higher price tag than the approximately $100 for standard Air Force 1 sneakers.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
You don’t have to reinvent the wheel if you want to launch a successful business model , or even simply join the ranks of full-time entrepreneurs. All you have to do is become a successful online reseller. Of course, starting your own reseller business via one of today’s popular online marketplaces sounds easier than it might be. Fortunately, with the tips you find below, you’ll be able to launch your career as a reseller and capitalize on the business infrastructure that’s already present in th
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.
Smile.io
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
If you’re wondering how to be an ally for the Black community this February, shopping from Black-owned businesses is a great place to start. Not only are you supporting a small business owner’s dream, but by shopping from Black-owned stores you are directly and sustainably supporting a community of entrepreneurs. According to an article from US News , the number of Black small-business owners was 28% higher in the third quarter of 2021 than it was pre-pandemic.This is a step in the
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
In this corner … consumers and privacy concerns. And in the other corner … companies prioritizing personalization in their business objectives. Who will win this fight of opposing forces? For too long, companies (and particularly marketers) have tried to drive efficient customer acquisition with “personalized” experiences and by hyper-targeting individuals.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 30, 2023
Petco is merging its two membership programs into one combined offering under the Vital Care banner. The pet retailer’s Pals Rewards loyalty program debuted in 1997. In 2020 the retailer debuted its Vital Care subscription membership with a focus on animal health and wellness offerings. Now the two programs — which together have 24 million members — will merge into one two-tiered offering: a free membership tier, called Vital Care Core, and a paid tier, Vital Care Premier.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
Accepting cash for your products during in-person interactions is easy. Customers pick a product, hand you their money, and you deal out some change if need be. This physical exchange is quick, simple, and easy to understand. But when it comes to ecommerce, matters get a little more complicated as your online storefront needs to access customer funds through a payment gateway, be it your customer’s bank account, credit card, PayPal, or otherwise.
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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.
365 Retail
FEBRUARY 3, 2023
The 2023 edition of the world’s leading audiovisual and systems integration exhibition, ISE , took place in Barcelona from 31st January to 3rd February and exceeded all expectations. ISE 2023 attracted 58,107 unique attendees from 155 countries and saw record-breaking occupation in the city’s hotels, bars, and entertainment venues. Exhibitors reported exceptional footfall on their booths across the largest-ever ISE show floor.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
Indian enterprises have had SaaS on their radar for the last 7+ years, if not more. SaaS uptake in India was slow and cost used to be the only major driver towards SaaS adoption. Indian enterprises were in dilemma when major software vendors shelved their on-prem solutions in favor of SaaS only offerings.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 1, 2023
A judge with the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB) ruled that Amazon illegally threatened to withhold raises and bene f its from workers at two New York City warehouses if they voted to form a union. Administrative Law Judge Benjamin Green’s ruling concerns JFK8, which successfully unionized in April 2022, and LDJ5, which rejected its own union campaign in May 2022.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 2, 2023
After months of testing, we have chosen the safest, quickest and simplest to use online course platforms available in Australia, to help you create and start selling courses. You'll be able to start selling within a few hours – with no programming or web development experience necessary. Best of luck! If you subscribe to a service from a link on this page, Reeves and Sons Limited may earn a commission.
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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