Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

The new “Triple Shot” plan builds on the original reinvention strategy introduced by former CEO Howard Schultz at the company’s Investor Day in September 2022. Here are some of the details on how Starbucks plans to continue this momentum in the coming years: Shot #1: Elevating the Starbucks Brand… …through 4% net-new store growth in the U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 28, 2024

Mobile-first consumers: With 91% of shoppers using a smartphone to make purchases, mobile commerce sales are expected to account for 62% of all retail sales by 2027. These payment methods simplify transactions by allowing consumers to store multiple cards or bank accounts in a single digital wallet, reducing the need for manual entry.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 6, 2023

These plans are part of the brand’s near-term climate target of reducing greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions 37% by 2032 compared to a 2019 base figure. They are holding us to account, and we must set ambitious goals and take meaningful and lasting actions to protect their futures.”

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 8, 2024

Still, O’Sullivan said he believes the 100 -store target is achievable in 2024, with Burlington planning to open approximately 140 stores this year. After accounting for relocations and closures of other locations, this should allow the company to hit that 100 -store mark. billion over the next five years.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2023

The GYG app and website accounted for 17 per cent of Australian network sales in June 2023. The chain was listed by GapMaps as one of the fastest-growing QSR brands by store numbers this year Another 30 outlets, including drive-throughs, are in the plans for the Australian market.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 30, 2024

PayPal is entering the media business with plans for a new advertising platform that will draw on its relationships with millions of consumers and merchants to help the latter “sell more products and services effectively,” according to a company statement.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 2, 2025

An accounting and marketing graduate, Chiczewski also has a Masters of Business degree. Martinez plans to spend more time with his young family and pursue new opportunities. McDonalds, or rather Maccas, has been part of Australian communities for more than 50 years. This story was originally published on Franchise Executives.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 23, 2024

And businesses are clearly leaning into that opportunity: 70% of global executives said that up to half of their total revenue now comes through third-party selling, with 29% saying it accounts for more than 50% of their total revenue. No surprise then that 59% of those surveyed said they plan to increase their use of 3P selling.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

As ecommerce continues to grow, various states are introducing or planning to introduce Retail Delivery Fees (RDFs). trillion in 2023, accounting for 22% of total retail sales , with projections suggesting an increase to $1.9 He has been listed among Accounting Todays Top 100 Most Influential people for four years.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 7, 2024

million in cash for the Zulily website and domain names, trademarks, tradenames, customer database, social media accounts and software, and said in a statement that it expects the Zulily site to be “fully functional” by the end of Q2 2024. plans to relaunch Overstock.com as a standalone site later this month. Beyond paid $4.5

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

Ask for documentation of suppliers data security practices and incident response plans. Organized fraudsters use search and social media ads to deceive customers into clicking through to fake websites that steal their payment data, account login credentials or both. Supplier cybersecurity. Vendor communication.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 16, 2024

Once a user clicks that button, they will be directed to check the authenticity of the item through Certilogo’s AI-based authentication system by signing in with their Ebay account. When the authentication process is complete, an Ebay listing will be pre-filled with information from the brand about the item.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 3, 2023

Children’s specialty retailer Carter’s plans to open more than 50 new stores across the U.S. To enable these omnichannel purchasing behaviors, Carter’s highlighted the investments it has made in its app, which now accounts for one quarter of all ecommerce sales, over the last few years.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 17, 2024

Qualified influencers will be able to create custom shoppable storefronts featuring Foot Locker products, and then link to that storefront from their social media accounts as well as tag specific products they mention.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 30, 2023

” The pandemic served as a propellent for online grocery, and many consumers aren’t returning to traditional in-store shopping: online grocery is expected to account for 20.5% We look forward to quickly expanding , offering busy families across the country drive-up grocery convenience without compromise.” of all U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 16, 2024

In his first earnings season as Executive Chairman, Marcus Lemonis shared detailed plans for the future of Beyond Inc. To expedite the reemergence of Overstock, the brand’s app was re-launched earlier this month with a campaign to drive downloads planned for the next 30 days, according to Nielson. Photos courtesy Beyond, Inc.)

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

Driving Growth in B2B Ecommerce JCPenney plans to launch more B2B ecommerce capabilities in Q2 2025, including the ability to support online voucher purchasing programs, which had previously been solely an in-store offering for community agency partners. and account for 24% of total U.S.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

Customer experience LSKD has ‘audacious’ growth plans for the next few years and Shaughnessy is expected to play a key role in helping the brand create a unique in-store experience and ensuring the right products are stocked in each store. LSKD was recently named ‘Business of the Year’ in the 2024 Telstra Best of Business Awards.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 13, 2025

According to the latest data from the National Retail Federation (NRF), merchandise returns are projected to reach an astounding $890 billion in 2024, accounting for approximately 16.9% With the holiday season just concluded, the challenge of managing merchandise returns is a reality for many retailers.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 5, 2024

While the platform’s initial launch focuses on home appliances, the retailer is planning to eventually expand it to include other aspects of home maintenance.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 26, 2025

We will continue to grow and optimize our Dollar Tree business to maximize value for Dollar Tree associates, customers and shareholders with an enhanced focus on compelling initiatives, including our expanded assortment, significant planned new store openings across the United States and transactions that advance our growth strategy.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 23, 2025

has nearly doubled over the last six years, now accounting for roughly 17% of all merchandise sold, according to Timothy Fehr, COO of Happy Returns, citing research conducted in partnership with the National Retail Federation. Retail TouchPoints) Those robots are central to how Happy Returns plans to continue to scale its business.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2023

alone by 2024, accounting for 20% of total digital ad spend, according to Insider Intelligence. Among the new offerings are the debut of the Microsoft Retail Advertising Network , which will allow retailers to pull from a large pool of brand advertisers, and the piloting of an in-store retail media solution.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

Ship By Loop allows Loop customers to create carrier accounts directly within Loop, so they can easily get access to the best negotiated rates. The post Planning to sell online in the US? Loop also helps reduce loss to fraud by providing retailers with the tools they need to identify and reduce fraudulent returns.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Clearer accountability: When something occurs, security can use documented recorded channels and logs to trace steps taken during the incident. Retailers can use this accountability to improve response tactics and planning.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 6, 2024

The new store concept was unveiled at Carters first flagship in Atlanta this past October, with plans to expand the concept nationwide by 2026. Peterson: Our shifts in messaging reflect our understanding of what modern parents truly seek: authentic, honest accounts of parenting.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2023

EWS’ owners debated a plan to allow shoppers to use Zelle directly for online purchases last year, but decided not to move forward, WSJ previously reported. The new, as-yet-unnamed digital wallet will be launched with Visa and Mastercard debit and credit cards, with plans to add other card networks in the future.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 31, 2025

How Your Office Layout Influences Employee Behaviour Office clutter doesn’t happen overnight; it’s usually the byproduct of poor layout planning. A bit of accountability goes a long way. Believe it or not, clutter actively reduces focus, drains mental energy, and subtly hampers productivity.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 10, 2024

The app allows associates, which Levi’s calls stylists, to access customers’ Red Tab loyalty program accounts (with their permission), giving the stylists the data they need to make better recommendations.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 9, 2024

Miniso’s IP products account for over 70 per cent of its offerings, with about 30 per cent featuring Sanrio characters such as Kuromi, Melody, and Cinnamoroll. Miniso already has its typical variety stores in Sydney and Melbourne and plans to open more in key cities across the country.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 12, 2023

Mattress Firm has withdrawn its plans for an IPO this year, according to documents filed with the SEC. After going private in 2016, the chain hit a few bumps in the road, including an accounting scandal that saw the resignation of the current CEO.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2022

Dollar General is planning to build three 1 million-square-foot distribution centers in an approximately $480 million combined investment to support the growing DG Private Fleet presence. Dollar General plans for the DG Private Fleet to account for 40% of all its drivers by early 2023. “We Aurora, Colo.; and Salem, Ore.,

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 15, 2025

Her business plan, which centered around creating products for people with curly, coily, tight and textured hair, was decades in the making ( 20 of dreaming, 10 years in development and five years in-market, according to the Pattern Beauty website ), but now Ross and her Co-CEO Christiane Pendarvis are setting their sights on growing the brand.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 12, 2023

At Nordstrom, Smith will be responsible for financial planning and analysis, accounting, tax, internal audit, treasury, investor relations and strategy sourcing. Smith brings extensive experience in retail finance posts, including serving as CFO at Walmart from 2010 to 2014 and at Target from 2015 to 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 18, 2024

The retailer will help members build their accounts by awarding 400 points for downloading the app, 400 points for creating an account and 200 points for completing their profile. In December 2023 Dollar General revealed its real estate plans for its 2024 fiscal year, including approximately 800 new store openings.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 7, 2024

The company also announced that it will be expanding its Meta Verified subscription plan for businesses in a number of countries with a new tiered pricing model. per month for a Standard plan to $349.99 per month for the enterprise-level Max plan. per month for a Standard plan to $349.99

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2023

Sprouts currently operates more than 380 stores in 23 states and is looking to expand, with plans for new store growth of 10% annually beginning in 2024. Alongside that footprint reduction, Sprouts also plans to continue to invest in energy-efficient technologies to reduce its electricity usage in stores and distribution centers.

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