Wiser

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Are retailers more likely to break MAP around the holidays? This was the question we at Wiser asked ourselves before the start of the Thanksgiving through Christmas holiday shopping season. . Our thought process went like this: The holiday season is the most competitive time of year for retailers. The National Retail Federation reported that 165 million people shopped online and in-store between Thanksgiving and Black Friday.

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Jamf on Retail

DECEMBER 18, 2018

How will Windows 7 end-of-life (EOL) impact organizations? What does the future of device and user security look like? Jamf CEO, Dean Hager, weighs in on these and other 2019 technology predictions.

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Hello Small Shop

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Here at HSS we literally cannot get over how freaking cute these baby Mocs are from Badger Co ! Badger Co. specializes in creating beautiful soft sole shoes for small feet. We had the opportunity to review these super cute Italian leather suede moccs in brown and here’s what we thought: Not only are they super cute but they’re also super soft We love this specific pair not only because of the style but also because the color is gender neutral and can literally match with almost any outfit!

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Store Growers

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Long gone are the days of paying 1 or 5 cent for clicks on Google Ads. Today, clicks are expensive. And a high cost per click means that advertisers have to find a balance between profit and traffic. Paying a higher cost per click can get your more visitors, but it will eat into your profits. Bid too low, and your ads won’t even show up. This is a daily struggle for most advertising campaigns.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Fickle fashion is killing off sustainable clothing as eight in 10 (83%) consumers admit to buying items they never wear, according to data from the Fashion Retail Academy.

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Retalon

DECEMBER 31, 2018

The rapid expansion of unified commerce is forcing retailers to accelerate the maturity of their demand planning. Fortunately, the advancements of technology provider capabilities can help retailers. Retail supply chain leaders who recognize the importance of planning can use this research to benefit their search for forecasting and replenishment solutions from providers such as Retalon.

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Jamf on Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2018

How will Windows 7 end-of-life (EOL) impact organizations? What does the future of device and user security look like? Jamf CEO, Dean Hager, weighs in on these and other 2019 technology predictions.

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Retail Smart Guys

DECEMBER 19, 2018

Welcome to WordPress. This is your first post. Edit or delete it, then start blogging!

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Retail Eye

DECEMBER 14, 2018

We all know bricks-and-mortar is not dead.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Bidali, Canada’s first regulated crypto-payment processor and online gift card retailer, has announced the integration of Enjin Coin (ENJ) as a method of payment across their ecosystem, in a move to offer seamless liquidity and real-time payments to gamers.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Store Growers

DECEMBER 16, 2018

The last few years Google Shopping has gotten a lot more popular. Google sees that it works and shows more product listing ads. And those success stories attracted more online stores interested in running their own campaigns. But like any marketing channel, no matter how promising it looks, you can only find out if it works for you by testing it. In this article, I’ll share 11 Google Shopping case studies from large and small businesses.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 28, 2018

At the core of any business is the desire to satisfy customers and increase sales. For brick-and-mortar retailers, this means competing with eCommerce and an omnichannel culture, where in-store shoppers have their smartphones at the ready to find any reason not to buy from them. Sounds like an uphill battle, right? Well, it doesn’t have to be—not if you know where to act and which issues deserve your attention.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 20, 2018

As an eCommerce business, you may have asked yourself if you should be geotargeting website content. It’s certainly a fair question, and the answer could be yes or no depending on what type of eCommerce business you are, what you sell, and who your customers are. With that in mind, let’s explore everything you need to know about geotargeting to get to the bottom of that important question.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 11, 2018

In 2018, it seems like we constantly see headlines about retailers that are shutting down a large number of their store locations throughout the U.S. This past summer, Toys ‘R’ Us closed its remaining 200 U.S. stores after 70 years of business. The news of these closings left customers feeling shocked as they observed the end of one of the most iconic names in retail. .

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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.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 6, 2018

A lot has changed thanks to the internet. In the world of retail, the internet has given way to eCommerce and its rapid shipping, easy price comparisons, and other perks for consumers. The rise of eCommerce is also behind the prevalence of multi-channel shoppers: folks who buy from both online and in-store channels. . In fact, it’s a challenge to find someone who only shops from one channel.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 5, 2018

Toys ‘R’ Us was a traditional toy powerhouse in retail. However, after declaring bankruptcy, the national retailer closed all of its stores in June 2018. The meant the upcoming holiday shopping season had a void to fill. Where would all of Toys ‘R’ Us’ shoppers go to buy toys? Wiser wanted answers and surveyed our network of public shoppers to find out.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Black Friday 2018 is in the books, which means now is the perfect time to look back and see where we can improve for next year. Wiser CEO Andy Ballard shared his thoughts—and data—on Black Friday for Total Retail. Here’s a sneak peek at what you can read in “ Black Friday Post Mortem: How Successful Was Brick-and-Mortar? ” “Millennials were out in full force this year, with 37 percent of respondents aged 25 to 34 out shopping on Black Friday.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 4, 2018

Poorly executed promotional displays, combined with under-staffed retailers and low stock levels, meant that toy brands like Hasbro, Disney, and Mattel missed millions in sales over the holiday weekend. However, Black Friday 2018 has already been deemed a success. Research reported by Bloomberg noted toy aisle traffic was in line with expectations , with those expectations a direct result of the summer shuttering of Toys ‘R’ Us stores nationwide.

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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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Wiser

DECEMBER 26, 2018

With 9 percent market share of the entire US commerce market, and being a major marketplace in Europe as well, Amazon is the leading e-commerce marketplace for merchants with a low barrier of entry. Amazon is a lucrative opportunity for merchants who seek to get access to millions of daily transactions with a no-risk model (fees are paid upon actual selling of goods; there are no upfront advertising fees).

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 18, 2018

It’s no secret, the festive shopping frenzy is in full swing! Retailers are still competing to offer good deals and a bargain on the high street, following a 12% drop in the value of Black Friday sales this year compared to 2017.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 4, 2018

RichRelevance been appointed by Qwerkity, part of The Book People Group, to provide personalised product recommendations through its Xen AI platform.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 20, 2018

by Patrick Vernon, freelance writer. In the era of Big Data, and the need for organizations to make best use of the mountains of raw information being generated constantly through interactions with potential and actual customers, retail businesses are in a position to use this data to run a more efficient business and serve their customers better than ever.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 18, 2018

With November reported to have the lowest shopper footfall since the 2008 recession and in store sales predicted to get worse in December, a new in-depth research study into how retailers are gearing up their online customer service this Christmas has found that nearly three quarters are investing in Artificial Intelligence in the call centre, driven by consumer demand and changing shopping habits - saving over 1 in 3 retailers £100,000 or more a year.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 4, 2018

The UK’s top retailers are risking seasonal sales through failure to improve their website load speeds over the past 12 months, according to a new index report.

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Retail Technology Review

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Trouva.com launches in Amsterdam, Madrid and Copenhagen as Niall Wass joins in newly created non-exec Director and Chair role.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 18, 2018

Are you curious what’s coming around the corner in the world of retail? We certainly are, so here at Wiser, we put our heads together to figure out what the future holds in our exciting industry. Here are our retail predictions for the new year: Retail Prediction No. 1: Omnichannel is No Longer a Trend. Over the past few years, countless experts and trends articles pointed out that “the future was omnichannel.

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