Sat.Sep 24, 2022 - Fri.Sep 30, 2022

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Work smarter, not harder: 3 inventory best practices for peak season success

Retail Dive

Keeping up with demand and ensuring a frictionless customer experience throughout peak season requires visibility, flexibility and quick action from retailers.

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Live Selling: the Solution for Deepening Consumer Relationships in a Rapidly Evolving Retail Landscape

Retail TouchPoints

Brick-and-mortar retailers have historically built deep relationships with customers locally, on a one-to-one basis. Though they’ve seen success, relationships built solely on in-person interactions aren’t scalable. Unfortunately, unexpected situations can occur at any moment, like a global pandemic that reduces foot traffic to a trickle, or the shift of consumer demand online from offline channels.

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Analysis: What happened to Yeezy?

Inside Retail

Yeezy, the brainchild of rapper and designer Kanye West and Adidas, will go down in history as one of the most successful collaborative projects ever, creating an entirely new narrative within the sportswear industry. Through its innovative and forward-thinking designs, Yeezy was able to create some of the most iconic sneaker silhouettes, namely the Yeezy Boost 350 and Yeezy Foam RNNR.

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The consumer goods world is back in Frankfurt for 2023

A1 Retail

Personal exchange is currently more important than ever. Because the still challenging economic and political conditions, the accelerated change in social values and advancing digitalisation require new solutions and innovative approaches for the global consumer goods industry. That is why Messe Frankfurt is taking an offensive into the future with new ways and creative approaches.

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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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4 Tips in Picking the Right Air Conditioner

Retail Focus

An excellent air conditioning unit doesn’t just offer respite from the summer’s heat. Still, it’ll also give the advantage of purification through the entire year, heating in winter, and controlling humidity during the monsoon. For this reason, they’re good investments that will always pay dividends. However, with so many available options on the market, it can be challenging to choose the right system.

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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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Plant-based products, canceled orders, and quick commerce - Weekly Snacks #25

Tokinomo

Campaign scoop. Romance novel. Remember classic covers of romance novels with a shirtless man? Well, Capri Sun took it to the next level and included Juicio, a character that looks like he stepped out of the cover of a romance novel. Juicio is used in the commercial just to turn off kids just to reveal its real message—that Capri Sun now contains 40% less sugar.

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NatWest launches latest community banking hub at centre:mk

Retail Focus

NatWest, the major retail and commercial bank, has launched its latest community banking hub within centre:mk Milton Keynes, providing a base and support for local enterprise activity. . Located on Midsummer Arcade, the 10,800 sq ft new NatWest community hub is the fourth of its kind in the UK for the bank and offers a range of specialist services to help boost enterprise and support communities, including providing access to expert advice and spaces to allow local businesses to collaborate.

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Amazon Announces Prime Day Part Two, Set for Oct. 11-12

Retail TouchPoints

After months of rumors , Amazon has official announced that it will host a second Prime sales event this fall. Aimed at helping members get an early start on their holiday shopping, the two-day Prime Early Access Sale will take place Oct. 11-12, 2022 in 15 countries, including China, Germany, Italy, Sweden, the UK and the U.S. The new 48-hour event will give Prime members exclusive early access to holiday deals, many of which will be tied to the retailer’s first ever Top 100 Holiday Gift Guide,

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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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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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The Future of DataWeave

Mulesoft

Following its introduction in 2015 as MuleSoft’s answer to data transformation, the DataWeave language has been on a path across and beyond Anypoint Platform. Today, we’re honored to announce that the future of DataWeave is now open. DataWeave: The evolution of our language Back in the time of Mule 3 and the early days of […]. The post The Future of DataWeave first appeared on MuleSoft Blog.

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iFLY selects The O2 for London debut

Retail Focus

Waterfront Limited Partnership, a joint venture between AEG and Crosstree Real Estate Partners, who own and operate Icon Outlet and the Entertainment District at The O 2 , has announced iFLY , the indoor skydiving experience, is set to open at The O 2 mid-December 2022, in what will be the company’s first London location. The new unforgettable leisure experience, located within the Entertainment District at The O 2 , will allow beginners and professionals alike to experience the thrill of indoor

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Shopify POS Go Aims to Expand Retailer Selling Reach

Retail TouchPoints

Ecommerce platform Shopify is now aiming to help retailers sell anywhere through its unified POS Go all-in-one retail hardware device for omnichannel sellers. This latest addition to Shopify’s offerings relies on the company’s point-of-sale software, which is designed to allow retailers to sell online and offline. Merchants can gain a complete understanding of the customer journey to support on-the-spot personalized experiences.

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Scale Black Friday website traffic with API-first e-commerce – and relax!

Inside Retail

Wouldn’t it be great if Black Friday, Cyber Monday and any other seasonal event would be met with zero slowdowns or downtime due to traffic peaks? Yet, most retailers face issues increasing website capacity during these critical times. The result: Annoyed customers and missed revenue. With an increasing demand for elastic e-commerce capacity, it’s time for brands to switch to cloud-native e-commerce – and make downtime and crashes a thing of the past. .

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

Speaker: Duke Heninger, Partner and Fractional CFO at Ampleo & Creator of CFO System

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Duke Heninger, 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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Macy’s launches third-party marketplace in time for the holidays

Retail Dive

The department store is filling gaps in its assortment with an online selection of toys, pet goods and other items. Should some end up in stores, too?

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Creative Retail Awards crown the very best in worldwide design and display for 2022

Retail Focus

As physical retail evolves, design and experience have become more powerful tools than ever. The Creative Retail Awards have recognised the very best in retail, leisure, and hospitality design & display since 2018. With categories including sustainability, omni-channel, technology, VM schemes, POP/POS, shopfitting, store design, experience, and innovation, the Awards recognise talent across the full spectrum the industry.

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Google Aims to Make Shopping Online More Natural, Visual

Retail TouchPoints

“Natural” was the word of the day at Google ’s third annual SearchOn event , where the tech giant unveiled a host of new ways it is working to make search, translation, navigation and discovery online work and feel more like it does in the real world. “Since day one, we’ve dedicated ourselves to a mission to organize the world’s information and make it universally accessible and useful — if you could find the words, we could help you find answers to life’s questions,” said Google SVP

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Dyson unveils new Service Centre at Moore Park – embargo

Inside Retail

Appliance retailer Dyson has opened a Dyson Demo Service Centre at Sydney’s Moore Park. The space features a walk-in service bar designed to coach owners on how to resolve machine faults at home, a retail area where experts offer live demonstrations and recommendations coupled with other offerings such as gift wrappings and personalisation services.

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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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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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Maserati unveils its world’s first new store concept

Retail Focus

Maserati is pleased to unveil its new global retail store concept, debuting with the opening of a new space in the heart of Milan’s historic and elegant Magenta district. Intended to express the Italian House’s power and prowess in Italian luxury craftsmanship, the innovative retail concept combines the refinement of a sartoria – a tailor’s atelier – with the rawness of an officina – a workshop, allowing clients to unleash their creative passion to bring to life their own bespoke vision of t

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4 Steps Retailers Can Take to Market Themselves in a Recession

Retail TouchPoints

Marketing is often first on the chopping block during a recession, and with GDP contracting two quarters in a row, retail marketers are working hard to determine how to make each dollar go further. Many organizations will cut marketing spend in a bid to preserve margins. But research shows slashing marketing programs can undermine revenue and does not necessarily protect profits.

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Woolworths Group reveals new management lineup

Inside Retail

Woolworths Group has named Daniel Hake as the new MD of Big W operations and Von Ingram as head of the group’s non-food retail businesses including Big W, MyDeal, PetCulture and HealthyLife. Hake joined Woolworths Group in May 2018 and was most recently its commercial director of merchandising and customer value in Woolworths Supermarkets. Prior to this, he was GM of customer transformation and digital strategy for WooliesX and Woolworths Group.

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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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What are the Pros and Cons of Franchising?

Small Biz Trends

There is no question that owning a franchise can be a very profitable venture. However, there are also a number of pros and cons to consider before making the decision to invest in a franchise. In this article, we will take a closer look at some of the key advantages, and disadvantages of franchise businesses. By understanding both sides of the equation, you can make an informed decision about whether or not franchising is right for you.

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KENJI selects the Bullring Estate for debut regional store

Retail Focus

Hammerson has announced that KENJI, the East-Asian inspired homeware and stationery brand, has selected Bullring for the brand’s first location in the West Midlands. . Opening this autumn, the new 3,250 sq ft store will be located on Bullring’s middle level and showcase the brand’s full range of eclectic homeware, collectable plushies and kawaii stationery ranges.

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How Rising AR Adoption is Driving Snap’s Commerce Strategy

Retail TouchPoints

When Snapchat first hit the scene back in 2011 it was an instantaneous hit with younger audiences because it offered something that was almost impossible to find on the internet — transience. In the 11 years since, Snapchat has evolved to more closely resemble its social media counterparts (which in turn have adopted many Snapchat-style functionalities).

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Best & Less CEO Rodney Orrock steps aside on medical leave

Inside Retail

Budget apparel retailer Best & Less Group (BLG) CEO Rodney Orrock will be taking a three-month sabbatical from the company, for medical reasons. Former MD and current non-executive chair Jason Murray will take over Orrock’s responsibilities effective immediately. “Our business is in strong shape and the company remains focused on trading through the important Black Friday and Christmas trading periods and executing our growth strategy,” said Murray.

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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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Lululemon adds Mirror to paid membership program

Retail Wire

Lululemon Studio is the yoga-inspired retail chain’s new subscription program wherein members pay $39 a month for access to streaming and in-person workouts, discounts on merchandise and get early access to events. Lululemon, which acquired Mirror, the interactive fitness startup in 2020, is including it as part of the Studio effort.

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Ribble rides away with Creative Retail Award

Retail Focus

Ribble Cycles wins the Omni-channel Experience award at the Creative Retail Awards 2022. The Creative Retail Awards ‘is a dynamic and exciting annual event designed to recognise and reward innovation and excellence in retail design and experience. The awards showcase the very best talent across the full spectrum of the industry and from across the globe’. .

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Petsense by Tractor Supply and Canidae Support Kentucky Animal Shelters During Flood Recovery

Retail TouchPoints

Petsense by Tractor Supply and pet food brand Canidae are joining forces to offer relief to animal shelters affected by Kentucky’s flash flooding in July. Local Kentucky animal shelters and the American Society for the Prevention of Cruelty to Animals will benefit from the partnership, which will deliver 1,560 pounds of dog food to these organizations.

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ToyWorld, Paw Patrol and TerraCycle expand toy recycling program

Inside Retail

Spin Master, the owner of the toy brand Paw Patrol, has partnered with TerraCycle and ToyWorld to expand a toy recycling program. . The addition of ToyWorld stores as collection points significantly expands the initiative that was first introduced last year. Consumers can now drop off damaged or outdated toys of any brand at any of the 40 Toyworld locations nationwide – or ship them directly to TerraCycle.

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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