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Outdoor Voices Abruptly Shutting All Stores, Becoming Online-Only

Retail TouchPoints

Popular athleticwear brand Outdoor Voices , once predicted to be the next Lululemon , has abruptly decided to close its 16 stores and become an online-only retailer, multiple sources report. Outdoor Voices has not publicly commented on the news and did not immediately respond to Retail TouchPoints’ request for comment.

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Covid-19 doubles the number of outdoor market stall traders across the UK

365 Retail

Other industries that have also seen more than a 50% increase are caterers, online retailers, and home baking businesses. Market traders have found a thriving niche in the UK economy, thanks to the pandemic’s newfound popularity of food stalls and outdoor dining.

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The History of eCommerce with Rob Snell of GunDogSupply.com

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With nearly three decades of experience, Rob, alongside his brother Steve, has transformed a passion for outdoor sporting into a thriving online business. As the co-founder of Gun Dog Supply, a leading online retailer for hunting dog supplies, Rob has transformed a family-run business into an eCommerce success story.

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Backcountry Dives Deeper into Consumer Insights via Experience Management Platform

Retail TouchPoints

As ecommerce sales continue to surge for recreation products, outdoor gear and clothing retailer Backcountry is elevating its digital game by mining customer data to deliver a better experience and offering. The solution also includes a proprietary value-tracking capability.

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What to Consider When Incorporating AI into Your Retail Business

Retail TouchPoints

The potential utility of biometric data to retailers is wide-ranging. Other online retailers are using face and body data to generate new physical features and models to, among other objectives, increase diversity and size inclusivity in online product displays and browsing experiences.

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SportsShoes.com Reports 11% Increase in Turnover to £90 Million and Significant Customer Growth

365 Retail

The online retailer, specialising in running shoes, running clothing, and outdoor gear, also reported securing 749,000 orders from repeat customers during this period. Established in 1982 and based in Bradford, SportsShoes.com offers over 17,000 products from 150 global running and outdoor brands.

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SPORTSSHOES.COM Expands Marketing Team with 10 New Appointments

365 Retail

SportsShoes.com has announced 10 new appointments within its brand marketing, social media and design teams to support the online retailer’s ongoing business growth and development strategy. Established in 1982, the online retailer offers more than 17,000 products from 150 global running and outdoor brands.