Tue.Sep 10, 2024

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A beginner’s guide to leasing and lease terms in the retail sector

Retail Focus

If you’re launching a retail business, finding and renting an accessible base to sell to your target demographic is a huge step. Learning the nuts and bolts of leasing commercial property and lease terms, in general, can help you make informed decisions to impact your start-up’s chances of success. How retail leasing works When you lease retail space, you’re effectively renting commercial space where your business can welcome customers to market and sell your goods or services.

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Roblox Unlocks In-Game Commerce with Shopify Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Roblox has announced a new commerce integration with Shopify that will allow brands with Shopify storefronts to sell physical items directly in their Roblox games. Shopify plans to begin piloting the integration soon, with a larger launch of the capability planned for 2025. Shopify President Harley Finkelstein as a Roblox character. (Image courtesy Shopify) “You’ll be able to buy everything from clothing to unique accessories, collectibles [directly on Roblox] — the possibilities are endless,” s

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Domino’s Says No to Shrinkflation With MOREflation Promo

Retail Wire

The pizza chain is rejecting the concept of less is more.

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Amazon Streamlines Sales of Brick-and-Mortar Inventory with New Integration

Retail TouchPoints

Data management platform Feedonomics has integrated with Amazon Today , a program that allows retailers with brick-and-mortar locations to sell their in-store inventory on Amazon. Participating Amazon Today retailers can provide both Amazon Prime and non-Prime shoppers with access to same-day delivery and in-store pickup options at their physical locations.

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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McDonald’s & Crocs Collaborate for the Second Year in a Row With a Happy Meal

Retail Wire

McDonald's and Crocs collaborated last year as well.

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What We’ve Learned from 20 Years of Trying Virtual Try-Ons 

Retail TouchPoints

According to recent estimates , there are over 26 million ecommerce sites globally. Still, despite the convenience and wealth of choice that online shopping offers (and shoppers love), these sites are only responsible for a modest portion of all retail sales. In the U.S., home to over half of online retail sites, the proportion is only about 16%, per the U.S.

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JCPenney and Jamey Perry Launch Fashionable Adaptive Apparel Line

Retail TouchPoints

JCPenney has partnered with disabled writer and athlete Jamey Perry on a line of fashionable, functional apparel for women who use wheelchairs. The collection includes 18 styles at prices ranging from $44 to $99 and includes blazers, dress slacks, blouses and cocktail outfits, all designed to reduce common issues faced by women in wheelchairs. The limited-time collaboration was launched Sept. 9 at the Runway of Dreams Fashion Revolution show at New York Fashion Week.

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Google Adds Dresses to Its Virtual Try-On Tool

Retail Wire

Google's new virtual try-on tool for dresses aims to help cut down on returns, resulting in happier customers.

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Thrive Market Taps Instacart to Launch New Retail Media Network

Retail TouchPoints

Health-focused online grocer Thrive Market plans to launch a retail media network powered by Instacart ’s Carrot Ads solution. Thrive Market will use Carrot Ads to help connect brands with its more than 1.5 million members through sponsored product and display ads on its own website and app. “Thrive Market’s personalized experience makes healthy living more accessible,” said April Lane, Chief Merchandising Officer of Thrive Market in a statement. “This partnership redefin

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Apple Ordered To Pay 13 Billion Euros in Back Taxes to Ireland

Retail Wire

The European Union's highest court ruled Apple unfairly benefited from Irish tax laws.

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Website Security Essentials: Protect Your Site and Strengthen Cybersecurity

In a digital-first world, website security is non-negotiable. This comprehensive guide explores the critical importance of securing your site against hackers and vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and malware. Discover tools like SiteLock for threat monitoring and CodeGuard for seamless backups, ensuring robust protection for your data and operations.

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Snoop Dogg Sparks Brand Awareness, Lowers Acquisition Costs for Solo Stove

Retail TouchPoints

When Luana Bumachar joined Solo Brands as its new Chief Marketing Officer, there was a big debate permeating the industry: did Solo Brand’s viral campaign with Snoop Dogg actually work, or did it all that time and money go up in smoke? Industry practitioners and pundits believed that while renowned cannabis user Snoop claiming he “gave up smoke” in exchange for a Solo Stove generated a lot of buzz, it didn’t drive tangible business results.

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FBI Reveals Americans Lost $5B in Cryptocurrency Scams Last Year

Retail Wire

Scammers often steal money from victims using fake cryptocurrency investment schemes.

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Warehouse shuttle systems and their applications in retail and e-commerce

Inside Retail

Warehouse automation continues to evolve with more advanced technologies, greater choices, and smarter software. In Australia, the warehouse automation market is expected to grow from approximately $18.5 billion this year to $41.3 billion in 2029. With this growth, warehouse operators face an increasingly complex decision when selecting the right automation for their warehouse and application.

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Bank of America Raises Hourly Wage to $24 Per Hour

Retail Wire

The company is committed to helping its employees with generous hourly rates.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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How short-term thinking, lack of R&D is hindering progress towards circularity

Inside Retail

In an era when consumers are experiencing sustainability fatigue, the fashion sector finds itself at a critical juncture. Roger Lee, CEO of TAL Apparel, told Inside Retail the current level of investment in sustainability appears to be suboptimal and the primary factor contributing to this low investment is the absence of significant market demand. The manufacturing company works with major brands, including Hugo Boss, Brooks Brothers, and Banana Republic, so it has an intimate understanding of

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BRACH’S Unveils First-Ever Candy Corn Suite for Fall Fanatics

Retail Wire

The Candy Corn Suite is the first of its kind.

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How Tower 28 Amy Liu used her industry experience to build a clean beauty empire

Inside Retail

Amy Liu embodies the phrase “necessity is the mother of invention”. As a beauty industry veteran with over 20 years of experience, Liu knows what works for the mainstream beauty market. However, after having trouble finding products that catered to her own highly sensitive skin requirements, the entrepreneur decided to take matters into her own hands.

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Panera’s Newest Promo Offers Discounts on Fan Favorites for a Limited Time

Retail Wire

Panera is offering fan-favorite menu items at a discounted price.

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Master Off-Page SEO: Boost Traffic, Build Trust, and Drive Conversions

Off-page SEO is the key to building trust, attracting qualified traffic, and boosting conversions. This guide explores how to leverage backlinks, guest blogging, social media, and influencer marketing to expand your website’s reach and authority. Discover the synergy between on-page and off-page SEO, ensuring your site is optimized for success. Learn how to create valuable content, engage with online communities, and track your progress to fine-tune your strategy.

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J Crew’s catalogue proves that print is still king in the fashion industry

Inside Retail

J Crew’s catalogue has long been a coveted fashion reference to timeless style and now the brand is ready to capitalise on its own lore. After discontinuing its paper mailer in 2017, the J Crew catalogue is back. The strategy behind the catalogue relaunch is not a hail mary to return J Crew to its former glory – the company’s sales are close to US$3 billion this year, according to its CEO Libby Wadle – but rather to evoke a sense of nostalgia amongst customers and reposition itself as the pionee

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Southwest Airlines Unveils Major Board Overhaul

Retail Wire

Southwest Airlines Co. has released a letter from its executive chairman of the board of directors regarding a significant update to its board structure, marking the next phase of its comprehensive board refreshment plan.

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Why K-beauty is a must-know market 

Inside Retail

It’s almost midnight, the blue light from my phone penetrates my epidermis as I shop for products to give me glass skin. (The irony of which is not lost on me.) Meanwhile, my TikTok algorithm serves me a continuous loop of K-beauty products “that actually work” And if you studied my bathroom vanity, you’d probably think I was conducting a science experiment, complete with an obsession with snail mucus and rice water.

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New CEO Brian Niccol Plans To Help Starbucks Rediscover Its Core Identity

Retail Wire

In his inaugural week as the new Starbucks CEO, Brian Niccol has issued a public letter to instill confidence, sharing his personal insights with strategic direction.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.

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Why fashion brands from Tommy Hilfiger to Loewe are embracing K-pop stars

Inside Retail

US designer Tommy Hilfiger browses through a rail of custom-made suits worn to this year’s Met Gala by K-pop stars Stray Kids, before opening up a tuxedo to reveal a special label. The eight-member South Korean boy-band are Tommy Hilfiger brand ambassadors and caused an online frenzy when they became the first K-pop group to attend the prestigious Manhattan fashion event in May. “We did a special label ‘Tommy Hilfiger with the Stray Kids’ and they loved it, we loved it an

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The Secret to Outperforming the Competition: It’s Not Just About Customers

Hyken

In a recent Amazing Business Radio episode, I interviewed Rony Vexelman, the VP of marketing at Optimove , who said, “Companies that put their customers at the center are the companies that are outperforming their competition.” Who would disagree with that statement? Well, Heather Quick Ginevan did, and she included a great explanation in just one sentence.

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Reebok says ‘Hi, Barbie’: Brands tackle gender stereotypes with unisex capsule

Inside Retail

Barbie fever is not over yet; at least that is Reebok’s hope. The global sportswear brand has partnered with Mattel to curate a unisex capsule collection that aims to break down gender stereotypes and empower girls and women. The 16-piece collection offers footwear and retro-inspired apparel with futuristic styling for both kids and adults, to cater to the whole family.

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ICX Summit: How sustainability plays into the customer experience

Retail Customer Experience

Shawn Nelson, founder and CEO of Lovesac, a keynote speaker at the ICX Summit, shared insight on how sustainability impacts the retail customer experience.

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Turn Your Website Into a Money-Maker: Tips for Small Business Success

Your website can be more than just a digital presence—it can be a thriving profit center. Discover proven strategies to monetize your website, whether you sell physical products, digital downloads, or services. Learn the importance of user-friendly design, high-quality content, and tailored marketing to meet audience needs and boost engagement. Explore options like e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and subscriptions, and use analytics to optimize for success.

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Under Armour to close California distribution center amid restructuring plan

Retail Dive

The decision to exit one of its primary distribution facilities will cost the athletics retailer an additional $70 million in restructuring charges.

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Boohoo to close US warehouse and fulfil American orders in UK

Retail Gazette

Boohoo is realigning its operations in the US as part of its strategy to “reposition the group for sustainable, profitable growth” The online fashion giant will stop using its US distribution centre in Pennsylvania and now fulfil all US orders from its automated distribution centre in Sheffield, in a bid to broaden its product offering for shoppers across the pond and expand its routes to market.

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Backcountry acquired by CSC Generation Enterprise

Retail Dive

The outdoor gear retailer will continue to operate under its own name and recently moved to expand into wholesale.

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ICX honors 5 Elevate Award winners at 2024 ICX Summit

Retail Customer Experience

The Interactive Customer Experience Summit announced winners of the 2024 Elevate Awards Tuesday evening during the annual summit in Charlotte, North Carolina.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s