September, 2022

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How online and offline retail are converging

Inside Retail

For more than two years into the pandemic, digital transformation and investment accelerated, and customers increasingly turned to online shopping as an alternative to traditional shopping. . However, as lockdowns and movement restrictions become more rare, what does this mean for the future of physical stores? Earlier this month, we heard from industry experts at Country Road, Klarna and Marketplacer about the latest trends they’ve seen in online and offline shopping, where the two are convergi

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Analysis: a perfect retail storm is brewing

Inside Retail

Australian retailers generally fared well over the last 18 months during the Covid-19 pandemic, despite temporary store closures as part of government-imposed lockdowns, although headwinds may be on the horizon. Inflationary pressure on consumer discretionary spending, supply chain disruptions and elevated inventory levels, which tie up a retailers’ net working capital, are set to create the perfect storm for retailers that do not have a strategy in place to ensure they are well positioned for t

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How Retailers can Overcome the Challenges Faced on the Path to Sustainability

Retail TouchPoints

There are signs of a disconnect between consumers and retailers when it comes to sustainability. A recent report has found that two-thirds of consumers are willing to pay more for sustainable products than retailers expect — and reveals that consumer preference for recommerce models is also being underserved. Further reinforcing this misalignment is the finding that only half of the senior retailer executives surveyed believe sustainability to be an important purchase consideration for consumers

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Toyota Motor Europe unveils its vision for the future with new showroom experience & concept

Retail Focus

Earlier this year, Toyota Motor Europe partnered with Dalziel & Pow to design the vision for the future of its European retailer network at a new site in Paris Nord. It confirms the central role of Toyota retailers in delivering to our customers an immersive brand experience as the company transitions to a mobility company. Toyota’s approach is fully consistent with its wider mission to go ‘Beyond Zero’ by providing memorable customer experiences which cater for all their needs.

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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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Cisco U. Inclusive Learning, Delivered

Cisco Retail

We recently introduced Cisco U., one of our newest learning initiatives, at Cisco Live. Cisco U. promises to meet the diverse global community through an inclusive digital learning experience. If you’re wondering what that means, well, I’m so glad. Inclusive learning is something that is a huge priority for me on a personal level. And as a member of the product team for Cisco U., I find myself uniquely positioned to explain how Cisco U. embraces inclusive learning. .

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Attend REUTERS MOMENTUM to Shape the Future Technology of Your Business

Small Biz Trends

If there is one constant in today’s digital ecosystem it is fast development. As a small business, it is imperative to find out what these developments are and see if you can implement them into your workflow. REUTERS MOMENTUM is an event looking to showcase what these technologies are and show you how you can shape the future of your company with these innovations.

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NRA in ‘upheaval’ after CEO quits amid vaping furore

Inside Retail

The future of the National Retailers Association is unclear after CEO Dominique Lamb resigned suddenly, within two months of the exit of long-standing chairman Mark Brodie. . Their departures follow a controversy surrounding the unexplained source of $430,000 in “policy services” in the association’s books. There have been allegations that the funds came from the tobacco industry to assist the NRA in lobbying in favour of the vaping industry.

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Bloomingdale’s Kicks off 150th Year with Virtual Store, Anniversary Exclusives and Events

Retail TouchPoints

Blackstock & Weber for Bloomingdale’s 150th. Bloomingdale’s has debuted a lineup of designer collaborations, events and digital activations, including a virtual store, to celebrate its 150 th anniversary. A 150th Anniversary Collection of exclusive limited-edition merchandise launched on Sept. 8, the day before New York Fashion Week kicks off.

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UK’s top 25 fastest growing online retailers revealed

365 Retail

The UK’s top 25 fastest growing online retailers have been revealed with beer brewing brand Pinter topping the table. Pinter, based in Walthamstow, London, has grown sales by more than sixfold (626%) to almost £6 million as beer lovers save money in the cost of living crisis by serving perfect pints they have brewed at home from its specially developed keg.

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Deliver next generation substation automation with the Cisco Catalyst IR8340 Rugged Router

Cisco Retail

Substations are becoming more complex with greater demands placed on the network and connectivity. To address these challenges, our customers asked us to deliver a next-generation routing solution that builds upon our 10+ years of utility routing expertise – and we’ve fulfilled that request with the new Cisco Catalyst IR8340 Rugged Router. The Catalyst IR8340 is much more than a new version of its predecessor, the Cisco 2010 Connected Grid Router.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

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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How to Use TikTok and Other New Strategies to Level Up Your Business

Small Biz Trends

Is your business stuck in a rut? If you’ve noticed your growth steady in recent years, a new strategy may be necessary to get you to the next level. This may involve a new marketing platform , extra revenue sources, or even global expansion. Members of the online small business community have wisdom to share on all these subjects. Read on for their tips.

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Doing More With Less: Unleashing Transformation With Automation

Mulesoft

The pandemic changed the entire business landscape over a short time period. Customers now expect digital experiences by default. Leaders expect data at their fingertips. Employees expect to work remotely. How did everyone’s expectations change so quickly? There were a number of factors. The urgency of the pandemic gave most companies clear priorities, business and […].

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Aje eyes US expansion with NYFW debut

Inside Retail

Australian fashion brand Aje has made its first “off-schedule appearance” at the New York Fashion Week. At an immersive show at Roll & Hill in Manhattan, the brand featured curated pieces from its Spring Summer 23 ‘Lumen’ collection teaming up with NY-based creative agency Replica. The brand says its ‘Lumen’ collection pays “homage to the perennial beauty and power of dawn, a symbol of hope and new beginnings”.

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Searchspring Launches Tools for Personalized Email Campaigns

Retail TouchPoints

Searchspring , a search, product merchandising and personalization platform, has added Searchspring Personalized Email Recommendations to its Personalization Suite. The solution is designed to help retailers tailor their emails to make product discovery easier and extend personalization beyond their site in order to drive a superior shopping experience throughout the entire customer lifecycle.

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

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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Why m-commerce is the new e-commerce and why retailers need to adapt quickly

Retail Dive

Market disruption has triggered massive changes in the retail sector, and one of the biggest developments is a major shift by shoppers toward m-commerce or mobile shopping and ordering.

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Cisco Secure 5 Best Practices Security Analysts Can Use to Secure Their Hybrid Workforce.

Cisco Retail

The hybrid work environment has been around for years, albeit not common but it existed. I can recall my first job where I was able to split my time working in an office and working from my makeshift home office. This was many moons ago as I will call it… pre-COVID-19. . Job seekers are certainly looking to have the flexibility of working from anywhere at any time – preferably in an environment of their choosing.

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T-Mobile Offers Small Business Canva Pro and Some Facebook Ads for Free

Small Biz Trends

T-Mobile recently launched an offer to help small businesses get more value out of their marketing using Canva Pro. T-Mobile Offers Small Business Canva Pro and Some Facebook Ads for Free. In collaboration with Canva and Meta, T-Mobile is giving eligible small business customers Canva Pro on Us until the end of the year. They will also be providing the eligible businesses with $200 of free advertising on Facebook and Instagram.

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Make the Most of Dreamforce 2022

Mulesoft

Dreamforce, the world’s largest software conference, is almost here! Join MuleSoft and the Salesforce family from September 20–22, 2022, in-person in San Francisco or virtually on Salesforce+, for the 20th annual Dreamforce conference! Get ready to learn, connect, have fun, and give back. To help you make the most of all the amazing content and […].

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

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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Hermes opens a luxury Sydney gym like no other

Inside Retail

Hermes will launch HermesFit, a temporary workout venue, in Sydney on the 14th and 16th of next month at The Hordern Pavilion. The HermesFit pop-up will be styled in the house’s recognisable orange, with graphic motifs adorning the walls. It will feature a space for scheduled workout classes such as a weights wall with Hermes kettlebells and barbells, a callisthenics course inspired by silk, a boxing ring that serves as a photo booth, and a juice bar.

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Walmart, P&G Team Up to Tackle Beauty Product Waste

Retail TouchPoints

Walmart and P&G have joined forces to offer free in-store recycling collection for beauty packaging at 25 Walmart locations across Pennsylvania, New Jersey, Oklahoma and Arkansas. The program is being run in partnership with TerraCycle , which offers recycling solutions for products not typically collected by curbside programs, and is free to customers through sponsorship from Walmart and P&G.

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Alo Yoga releases first ready-to-wear collection, NFT at New York Fashion Week

Retail Dive

The new Aspen Collection features floor-length faux fur jackets and cashmere sets, and comes with non-fungible tokens providing exclusive perks.

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Exploring Default Docker Networking Part 2

Cisco Retail

Well, hello everyone. I’m back to continue my exploration of default Docker networking. If you haven’t already read (or it has been a while since you read) Exploring Default Docker Networking Part 1 I would recommend checking it out. In that post, I explain what “Default Docker Networking” means, then put on my headlamp and climbing gear as I go deep down into the layer 1 (physical) and layer 2 (data link) aspects of container networking and how Linux networking concepts

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How to Maximize Amazon Sales and Crush the Competition

With over 9 million sellers on Amazon, online marketplaces are more crowded than ever. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune prices in real-time or align strategies across channels, this guide provides the tools to understand how to maximize sales and secure a lasting competitive edge. Download now to transform your pricing strategy and drive holiday success.

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In the News: Grants of $15K to $25K From Amazon As Well As Other ARPA Grants

Small Biz Trends

Grant opportunities come from public and private organizations and as an applicant, you have to keep an eye out for what is available. This is because there are new grants being offered all time. And when it comes to grants, time is of the essence. Applying early gives you a better chance, especially for grants with narrow application windows. With that in mind, here are some grants available now you can apply for as a small business owner.

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Dreamforce 2022: 5 Reasons MuleSoft Partners Should Attend 

Mulesoft

That magical time of year is upon us: it’s almost time for Dreamforce! Whether you attend in person or on Salesforce+, the Dreamforce magic will reach across physical and digital spaces, spotlighting our customer heroes and inspiring everyone to learn, connect, have fun, and give back. As a trusted partner, you’ll have endless opportunities to […].

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Cinnabon to launch into Sydney

Inside Retail

US-based chain Cinnabon is expanding its Australian presence with its first store in Sydney soon to open. . Scheduled for late November or early December, the store be located in Darling Square, expanding a network that is currently confined to Queensland and Melbourne. The 40sqm retail Sydney store will have 15 to 20 outside seats and sell the brand’s signature sticky cinnamon rolls, as well as chocolate and caramel-pecan varieties and monthly specials. .

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Survey: Consumers Want Easy Access to Apparel Sustainability Info

Retail TouchPoints

The apparel industry’s enormous global environmental impact has made it a primary focus of sustainability efforts, and consumers — or at least a significant portion of them — want to do their part. However, the industry needs to make relevant information (such as how to recycle a garment at the end of its lifecycle) easy for shoppers to access as they’re making their purchase decisions, whether they’re in-store or online.

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Innovation Fest: Summer of AI

Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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Reebok lines up new CEO to lead post-Adidas strategy

Retail Dive

Todd Krinsky has worked at the brand for 30 years and replaces Matt O’Toole, who will become executive vice chairman of parent company Authentic Brands.

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New Live Demo Series Demonstrating the Power of Cisco DNA Center

Cisco Retail

Contributing author: Brian Schneweis, Sales Specialist. Cisco DNA Center is a powerful network management dashboard for enabling, securing, and optimizing your Cisco investment. It’s no question that Cisco DNA Center is the best management platform for your Catalyst devices over any third-party network management system. Starting this month, please join our webinars where we will demonstrate the power of Cisco DNA Center, live with advisors ready to answer your questions in real-time.

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American Marketing Association Connex at Catalyst Ranch

Small Biz Trends

The ability to connect with your customers is getting more complex as more tools are available for small business owners. Finding out what is available and learning how to use them is key to reaching your audience in a digital market. American Marketing Association Chicago: Connex at Catalyst Ranch is an opportunity to network with leading marketers in small groups to better understand what is taking place in the segment.

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MuleSoft Community: Make the Most of Dreamforce 2022 

Mulesoft

We are counting down the days until the MuleSoft, Salesforce, Slack, and Tableau communities can reunite at Dreamforce 2022 both in-person and virtually, Sept 20-22. We have amazing sessions, live streams, and community activities planned for you all. Learn more about making the most of your Dreamforce 2022 experience below! Please note all times listed […].

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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.