Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 25, 2020
Even before COVID-19, the retail industry was already going through significant challenges, disruption and transformation. That has all been turned on its head. Get ready for the “new abnormal.”. Going forward there will be a fundamental shift in consumers’ reengagement and behavior towards physical environments, including the size and program of space.
Dezeen
JUNE 21, 2020
Toronto-based Studio Paolo Ferrari has designed a showroom for a new development in Ottawa that appears more like a home than a sales gallery. The salesroom is for a development in the Canadian capital called Zibi that will span 34 acres (14 hectares) with residential and commercial complexes near the Ottawa River. Called Zibi House, the showroom was designed by Studio Paolo Ferrari around a courtyard with glass walls to provide natural light inside.
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IntelligenceNode
JUNE 30, 2020
Social distancing hasn’t only forced online grocery on retailers’ hands; it has also pushed individuals out of their comfort zones to adopt new buying behaviors. More and more people are now discovering their favorite brand apps and websites for the very first time. And if these remote services are adequately fulfilling user needs, that “discovery” […].
Nahanco
JUNE 30, 2020
As we celebrate the 4 th of July this year, it is important to reflect on what has happened to businesses across the US these past few months. In particular, clothing stores were struggling even before a pandemic came through and shut their doors. Everyone in manufacturing tried to figure out how to endure, what could they make to keep their employees working and how to survive.
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Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.
One Step Retail
JUNE 26, 2020
The world is a much different place than it was when the year started. Coming into 2020, one of the biggest shifts we were seeing was the need for BOPIS, or Buy Online Pickup in Store, as it grew in popularity with shoppers. Now, we are witnessing a historic rise in the demand for Buy Online Pickup At Curbside. Which is exactly what it sounds like. A solution that enables retailers of all sizes to better utilize their order management systems while providing customers with a safer way to retriev
Retail Adventures
JUNE 26, 2020
Photo by Ewien van Bergeijk - Kwant on Unsplash In case you are wondering if you missed the memo announcing that COVID-19 is over, the answer is no. There was no memo and the pandemic is far from over. But you would never know that by the actions of some consumers, and even retailers. Source: Good Morning America | June 26, 2020 Source: Good Morning America | June 26, 2020 As your store reopens and your state moves into new phases you cannot forget that your responsibility as a retailer is to fo
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Dezeen
JUNE 22, 2020
Arched doorways, altar-like tables and a nave-style display area feature in this Los Angeles showroom that McLaren Excell has designed for bathroom brand The Splash Lab. The Splash Lab 's showroom takes over a converted factory in LA's Culver City area that was originally built back in the 1930s. As this is the bathroom brand's US flagship – and currently its only standalone space – McLaren Excell set out to develop an interiors scheme that "deviates from the typical showroom format".
Wiser
JUNE 3, 2020
Direct-to-consumer retail is not a new business model, but the rise of e-commerce has changed the retail playing field by making it easier for D2C startups to compete. Previously stale product categories have had new life breathed into them by D2C startups that cut out the middlemen. It’s an exciting field that has excited consumers and opened a new level of competition for traditional retailers.
Hello Small Shop
JUNE 25, 2020
Tell us about yourself and your business. I am a Dermatology Physician Assistant, mom to 2 teenagers, cop wife and my family and I created Lake Life Co. 4 1/2 years ago. We live on The Farm and are restoring our Farmhouse and creating a new life on The Farm. What is your background? Education, Work Experience. I own 2 global businesses (Lake Life Co. and a my skincare business/personal brand ABE) and have been an Entrepreneur for 4 1/2 years.
IntelligenceNode
JUNE 11, 2020
Weekly insights into market trends, inventory movements, and pricing across the US Fashion Industry. Learn how Intelligence Node’s data can help retailers make informed decisions and accelerate their retail recovery. The retail world is fast evolving with dramatic shifts happening daily – especially with the COVID-19 pandemic in the picture. In just the last 8-weeks […].
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Retail Adventures
JUNE 4, 2020
The COVID-19 shutdown put retailers at a disadvantage and now everyone is playing catch up. In addition to keeping associates and customers safe via the guidelines imposed by your state and community, you still have a store to run. It’s important to keep your eye on the future. We will still have a Black Friday and Holiday 2020 and you have to be prepared.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 16, 2020
Christmas needs to come early this year (and by Christmas I mean the entire holiday shopping season). Why? There’s a pretty decent chance that the traditional holiday season that occurs in Q4 will fail to materialize, and any retailer that relies on that influx of sales and cash should begin thinking about hosting Black Friday and Cyber Monday-type events in June or July.
RepslyBlog
JUNE 24, 2020
With hundreds of distribution companies to choose from, how can you determine which is the best fit for your emerging liquor company? This comprehensive checklist is designed to help decision makers at startup alcohol companies choose the best liquor distribution company to partner with.
Wiser
JUNE 30, 2020
Assortment planning in the age of eCommerce is a tricky business. Determining the ideal product mix and inventory width and depth, setting competitive prices, providing personalized experiences, and dealing with rapid lead times is just scratching the surface of what retailers need to do. That’s why getting your assortment strategy right can be the difference between a successful retail season and one where you end up marking down a large portion of last season’s inventory.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Graff Retail
JUNE 26, 2020
With retail stores opening back up, its time to talk about steps you can take to onboard your staff. There is a direct correlation between the quality of onboarding and the quality of performance you get from your team. COVID-19 is a different situation and your team has been off for a while, so you […].
I Vend
JUNE 26, 2020
Leading winter apparel and travel accessory retailer, COLDWEAR has just joined the growing iVend Retail network. Singapore, June 2020 – CitiXsys is pleased to offer a warm welcome to COLDWEAR! COLDWEAR carries a wide collection of winter jackets, sweaters, hats, gloves, scarves as well as travel-related accessories like luggage, travel pillows and luggage locks to meet customers’ Fall and Winter holiday needs.
Retail Adventures
JUNE 18, 2020
Raydiant surveyed 400 brick-and-mortar retail business owners in the U.S. to learn more about how stores have adapted to the stress of the pandemic and its economic fallout. Below are the key findings, you can read the full report HERE. Key Findings Commercial real estate is poised for a massive shift. After being forced into an uncomfortable situation, 29% of respondents now plan to close their physical locations to go online-only, while 14% intend to downsize.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 29, 2020
Lowe’s will pay its frontline employees an additional $100 million in bonuses, bringing the retailer’s total commitment to associates and communities during the pandemic to more than $450 million. The money is being offered to recognize the work they have done for the company during the COVID-19 crisis. All active hourly associates in Lowe’s U.S. stores, distribution centers and store support centers will receive the bonuses in mid-July.
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When it comes to driving traffic and growing your online presence, businesses often ask: SEO or PPC—what’s the better choice? This guide breaks down the key differences between search engine optimization (SEO) and pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, highlighting their pros, cons, and best use cases. Whether you’re looking for long-term organic growth or immediate visibility through paid ads, we’ll help you determine which strategy—or combination of both—is right for your business.
RepslyBlog
JUNE 3, 2020
For CPG brands mastering the retail channel is a massive opportunity, but those who have played in the space before know it takes a committed investment to reap the benefits. To make the most of that investment, CPG sales and marketing teams are putting data at the forefront of their retail execution efforts, unlocking the insight they need to prioritize and maximize high-opportunity initiatives.
Wiser
JUNE 23, 2020
The food industry has undergone massive transformations over the last few years. Mobile payments and rewards, the drive to provide healthier options, and consumers’ demand for fast service without compromising on quality have affected every type of restaurant. Quick service restaurants in particular have had to respond to the rise of fast-casual dining.
Hello Small Shop
JUNE 19, 2020
Tell us about yourself and your business. Counting Crafty Sheep began in 2016 shortly after my first daughter was born. Before I became a stay at home parent, I worked as a museum professional. This was a job that demanded a lot, both physically and mentally, and when I finally transitioned from full time boss mode to full time parent of a newborn mode, I realized something was missing.
Medallion Retail
JUNE 17, 2020
The best brick-and-mortar stores have always prided themselves on giving consumers reasons to return. From store design and layout to product selection and customer service, it’s been about creating an experience that surprises and delights enough to drive return visits. The post 5 Reasons In-Store Signage Is More Important Than Ever appeared first on Medallion Retail.
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Retail Eye
JUNE 16, 2020
At a time where single-use gloves, masks, wipes, and bags are at a record high, it’s time to step back and review the other important responsibilities: responsibility to our planet, and responsibility to our communities. Here are 3 Canadian companies doing it right. Aritzia The Hill family started Aritzia inside their 70-year-old department store in […].
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 15, 2020
Before COVID-19, the brick-and-mortar shopping differentiator for the consumer was the in-person experience: They could try on the goods, or just see them in context. They could lie down on that mattress. It wasn’t a problem if customers opened that dresser drawer and touched every handle in the display. But for the foreseeable future, shopping will be “ no contact.
RepslyBlog
JUNE 17, 2020
Knowledge is power -- but only if you have the right information. If your daily headaches come from managing relationships with retailers, staying in touch with representatives in the field, or negotiating for displays and promotions, then this is the information you need to improve your sales and performance!
Wiser
JUNE 16, 2020
If someone were to ask you what the top-selling items were today on any major online marketplace, whether it’s Amazon , eBay, Walmart, or any other, could you answer quickly? What if they asked what the most popular product was during the last hour? Most retailers and brands know that tracking best sellers across online marketplaces is vital for making smarter assortment decisions at scale.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Graff Retail
JUNE 15, 2020
If you own a retail store the last few months have been hard due to COVID-19. However, we can now see light at the end of the tunnel as slowly stores are being given the go-ahead to reopen. Before your store reopens, there are five things you can do right now to begin the process […].
Retalon
JUNE 22, 2020
Forecasting is a critical aspect of retailing, and yet, there is much confusion about the definition of sales forecasting vs. demand forecasting (as well as their respective benefits and drawbacks). All retailers use some form of forecast to anticipate the future. Without having an idea of how many items you will sell tomorrow, building a successful and lasting retail business is impossible.
Retail Eye
JUNE 16, 2020
At a time where single-use gloves, masks, wipes, and bags are at a record high, it’s time to step back and review the other important responsibilities: responsibility to our planet, and responsibility to our communities. Here are 3 Canadian companies doing it right. Aritzia The Hill family started Aritzia inside their 70-year-old department store in […].
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 25, 2020
Amazon has unveiled its Counterfeit Crimes Unit, a global, multi-disciplinary team that includes former federal prosecutors, experienced investigators and data analysts. The negative impacts of counterfeiting are high: counterfeit products are estimated to have cost the global economy $323 billion in 2018. The new Counterfeit Crimes Unit, which will investigate cases where a bad actor has tried to evade Amazon’s systems by listing a counterfeit product, will mine Amazon’s data; cull information
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
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