Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Money isn’t the only thing that makes the world go ‘round. There are many reasons why consumers choose the products they buy and the brands they buy them from. Certainly, the price is high among them. However, according to the latest research from Marigold’s recently published Relationship Marketing Trends: Brand Rankings Report , there are things consumers look for beyond price that drive purchase decisions.

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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

In Forrester’s Security Survey, 2024, 56% of security decision-makers at firms that experienced an external attack indicated that the breach was the result of an application-related exploit. Why do we continue to be so bad at this!? Part of the problem is that the journey to DevSecOps is bumpy and long. But don’t give up!

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Practical eCommerce

NOVEMBER 24, 2024

Merchants are finding success with digital representations of cards for auto insurance, loyalty programs, coupons, and memberships. The post Wallet Passes Are a Mobile Marketing Channel appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Climate change is one of the most pressing challenges of our time, with buildings contributing nearly 40% of global carbon emissions. Scientists warn that we are approaching a tipping point where reversing global warming may no longer be possible. For organizations in the building sector, this is not just a responsibility but also an opportunity to innovate.

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Savvy B2B marketers know that a great account-based marketing (ABM) strategy leads to higher ROI and sustainable growth. In this guide, we’ll cover: What makes for a successful ABM strategy? What are the key elements and capabilities of ABM that can make a real difference? How is AI changing workflows and driving functionality? This Martech Intelligence Report on Enterprise Account-Based Marketing examines the state of ABM in 2024 and what to consider when implementing ABM software.

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TalkingRetail

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Fresh food inflation increased fractionally in November but ambient food rises dropped from 3.1% to 2.7% year on year, according to the latest BRC NielsenIQ survey. While food prices continued to rise, non-food saw a deflation rate of 1.8%, compared with deflation of 2.

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Salsify

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Consumers aren’t consistent. What they like, what they want, and what they’re willing to purchase changes in response to social, economic, and demographic factors.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Italian fine jewellery brand Atelier VM has officially opened its first UK flagship store in London’s prestigious Burlington Arcade. This marks a significant milestone for the brand, which has steadily expanded its presence in the UK since entering the market in 2018 with a dedicated counter in Liberty London. Situated in Mayfair, the 401 sq ft boutique at House 5 of Burlington Arcade offers a refined and intimate space for customers to explore Atelier VM’s handcrafted jewellery collections.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

If you’ve recently been to the beach, or maybe a kids’ baseball or soccer game, you’ve likely seen a Bogg Bag. Known (and loved) for its functionality, durability, and fun color and pattern combinations, the Bogg Bag has become the ultimate sidekick for many suburban moms nationwide. On Amazon alone, the bag has garnered more than 5,000 five-star reviews and was named the best beach bag and tote by Travel + Leisure and Good Morning America.

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Practical eCommerce

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Industry projections and the latest economic data point to a good holiday sales season for online retailers. The post Data Suggest Solid 2024 Holiday Sales appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

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

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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RetailWire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

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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RetailDive

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

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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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

It’s been a busy news week on the advertising technology (adtech) front. The US Department of Justice (DOJ) announced that it is requesting Google to divest of the Chrome browser as the outcome of the monopoly trial that the search giant lost earlier this year.

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RetailWire

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Thanksgiving saw U.S. consumers spending freely.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

As the holiday shopping season approaches, retailers face increased pressure to facilitate a seamless and secure shopping experience. This is an opportunity to not only capture share of wallet but also build lasting customer loyalty and trust. Payments technology is central to the shopping experience. Innovations like biometrics and tap-to-pay have transformed how, when and where consumers shop.

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FastSpring

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

In the SaaS industry, the checkout experience can make or break a sale. A seamless, localized checkout process is crucial for converting potential customers, especially in global markets. Focusing on these three key areas can help your SaaS business win more customers: Language. Payment methods. Currency display. FastSpring is a merchant of record that can help you easily grow your business internationally.

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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

Selecting a new marketing and sales data provider requires planning and coordination across the revenue ecosystem and revenue operations has a key role to play.

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RetailWire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

The recalled dog treats are being sold in 19 states.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

For the last half decade, U.S. and European retailers have observed – and, often, participated in – the social-commerce explosion happening in China and elsewhere in the Asia-Pacific region (APAC) while wondering if, when, and to what extent the same thing would happen at home. The “if” and “when” are now clear. TikTok, Instagram, YouTube and others have enabled in-app purchasing during videos and livestreams (the most popular flavor of social commerce in APAC) that WeChat, Taobao, Douvin and ot

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RetailDive

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

The department store has tapped Michaels CEO Ashley Buchanan to lead the retailer beginning early next year, replacing Tom Kingsbury.

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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

As Q4 nears its end, companies reflect on their achievements and prepare strategies for the coming year. This reflection is critical, as Forrester’s CX Index 2024 shows: CX Index scores have dipped across the board. In this context, I urge you to remind everyone in your organization: “CX is not a project.

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Over the last two years, there’s been a 76 percent increase in AI adoption across sales organizations. The reason for its rise? AI increases teams’ productivity by predicting and automating actions that require manual effort. In other words, the research that takes reps hours, AI can do in seconds. For sales teams, AI opens up a world of new possibilities, including automating outreach, identifying best-fit buyers, and keeping CRMs flush with fresh data.

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RetailWire

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

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

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

With retail sales bouncing around as the UK economy chugs along, marketers in the sector are seeking the best way to keep their customers happy and prevent them from spending their money in another store. They have good reason to fear a fall in retention — savvy shoppers are scouting around for the best deals , so it’s no wonder building loyalty may seem harder than ever.

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RetailDive

NOVEMBER 26, 2024

Online shopping has surged over the years, but it’s hard to replicate the discovery — and fun — of going to stores.

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Forrester eCommerce

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Consumers used to browse magazines and publisher sites for gift giving inspiration, and brands would turn to publishers to sponsor those coveted gift guide spots. This holiday season, influencers are taking on that role. They expertly thread the needle between entertainment and commerce, and they are supercharged by social media platforms’ powerful recommendation algorithms.

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Practical eCommerce

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

The co-owner of Lori Beds opens up on business, divorce, children, and more. The post Entrepreneur on Business and Divorce appeared first on Practical Ecommerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Macy’s reported preliminary earnings for its Q3 2024, which ended Nov. 2, 2024, but has delayed the full release of results while it investigates an incident in which it appears an employee hid millions of dollars of expenses for nearly three years. The irregularity was uncovered as the retailer was preparing its financial statements for the current quarter.

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RetailDive

NOVEMBER 25, 2024

Starting in 2021 an employee hid $132 million to $154 million in delivery expenses, a disclosure overshadowing an otherwise decent quarter.

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RetailWire

NOVEMBER 29, 2024

KFC is reportedly coming up with a new innovation.

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