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[TotalRetail] Pricing Intelligence: What it is and Why it Matters

Wiser

Every retailer knows the importance of pricing. The right price can make or break sales, but the challenge comes in finding that right price. This is why pricing intelligence is so important. Defined as tracking, monitoring, and analyzing pricing data to make educated decisions, pricing intelligence should be a core component of any business strategy.

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E-commerce delivery platform leader MetaPack bought by Stamps.com

Retail Technology Review

MetaPack has reached an agreement with Stamps.com Inc., the provider of postage online and shipping software solutions, to sell the business in a deal worth approximately £175 million.

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Going Beyond the Retail Space: What Suppliers Need to Know in the ‘Age of Privacy’

Shilo Next

Every successful brand has one universal trait in common: great customer engagement. And while every good marketing plan includes a variety of strategies, suppliers are increasingly aware that in today’s world, online engagement is a critical part of the mix. Frito-Lay was among the first to recognize the enormous potential of directly engaging with customers […].

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Digital Shopping Carts

Storis

Powerful Conversion Tools. It’s not a secret that the customer purchasing model is non-linear. Even if you are a home furnishings retailer that converts most of your revenue in your physical stores, your website plays a critical role in driving store traffic. Many furniture retailers may shy away from eCommerce because they don’t believe they can successfully convert sales online.

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5 Tips for a Winning Category Management Strategy in 2025

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.

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Fluctuating Match Rates? What That Could Mean for Your Retail Data Extraction

Wiser

How accurate is your online retail data? In truth, 100-percent accuracy will always be hard to come by—or impossible. That doesn’t mean you can’t have confidence in your data and glean actionable insights from it. . One key way that you can increase your confidence in the quality and accuracy of your data is through product matching. This is defined as being able to identify one of your products on your website and find the same product on another website.

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The need for speed in cloud innovation puts customer experience at risk, say almost three-quarters of retailers

Retail Technology Review

Software intelligence company, Dynatrace, has announced the findings of an independent global survey of 219 CIOs in the retail sector, which reveals that 74% of retail organisations say the need for speed in digital innovation is putting customer experience at risk.

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[The Information] Behind Some Low Amazon Prices: Stolen Goods

Wiser

Stolen and counterfeit goods can pose a significant challenge for online retailers. Naturally, there is the percentage of total sales going to illegitimate sellers, but another, potentially more problematic, concern is the effect on pricing. This was recently explored in a report by The Information. The publication highlighted how a stolen good sold on Amazon for a lower price could lead to reputable sellers, including Amazon itself, dropping its prices to stay competitive.

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Reality Check: Internet of Payments (IoP) - Is this the Future of Paying?

Retail Technology Review

Urs Gubser, Head E-Commerce Strategy at SIX Payment Services, explains what is behind the Internet of Payments in his latest Reality Check.

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The Digital Meets the Physical

Retail Technology Review

The Sewing Studio finds a solution to bridge the online and brick-and-mortar divide.

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Online sellers warned to be aware of HMRC tax rules

Retail Technology Review

Tax preparation expert and founder of DSR Tax Claims, David Redfern, has issued a warning to online sellers to ensure that their income is correctly declared to HMRC or face penalties for undeclared income.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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MetaPack's Carrier Mapping tool now delivers access to carrier routes and services worldwide

Retail Technology Review

MetaPack, the eCommerce delivery solutions provider, will provide comprehensive access to worldwide origin data on carrier routes and services through its Carrier Mapping tool.

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Demand for online car buying exists but current experience not good enough, new report shows

Retail Technology Review

Nearly eight out of 10 (79%) people say they would buy a new or used car entirely online – but more than half (57%) say that the online experience being offered lags behind, according to a new report.

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Online shopping during Ramadan increases by 43%. How to shop safely and avoid being hacked

Retail Technology Review

Facebook has released a case study that says Facebook users in the Middle East and North Africa spend extra 57.6 hours using the platform during Ramadan.

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Fashion retailer’s seamless new digital strategy triggers success

Retail Technology Review

Luxury clothing brand Jules B has experienced a 40% revenue increase after revamping its digital marketing strategy.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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Streamlining operations with waveless picking

Retail Technology Review

By Eric Lamphier, Senior Director, Product Management, Manhattan Associates. Modern supply chain and logistics professionals are grappling with the most challenging environment that they have ever faced, especially as one focuses to end point of retail commerce and consumption.

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87% of UK’s top retailers risk revenue losses through poor mobile site performance

Retail Technology Review

Almost nine in 10 (87%) of the UK's top retailers are risking a significant drop in online visibility by neglecting their mobile site performance, according to new research.

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Most millennials still prefer stores to online shopping but want re-evaluation of staff roles - retail survey

Retail Technology Review

A retail trends survey commissioned by a London-based international brand experience consultancy has revealed that almost three-quarters of millennials still prefer stores to online shopping.

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B+S Logistik achieves rapid Ecommerce Growth using Descartes pixi* Warehouse Management Solution

Retail Technology Review

Descartes Systems Group announced that B+S Logistik, the German logistics service provider, has expanded its contract logistics business with new business-to-consumer (B2C) ecommerce operations using the Descartes pixi* warehouse management solution (WMS) to support order fulfilment in fashion, food distribution and other segments.

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SEO vs. PPC: Which Strategy Is Best for Your Business?

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.

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Parts manufacturers and retailers being left behind in e-commerce 'revolution'

Retail Technology Review

Many parts manufacturers and retailers are in danger of being left behind as more and more sales move online, warns motor industry e-commerce specialist Dijitul Automotive.

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E-retailers need to ensure their fulfilment centres are ready to handle rising demand as online sales rise

Retail Technology Review

Businesses that are focused on tapping into the fast growing online retail market need to ensure they have the correct equipment and procedures in place to effectively handle rising sales or risk customer satisfaction taking a hit, says Midland Pallet Trucks.

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Retailers must embrace change

Retail Technology Review

Another day, another high street stalwart announces store closure. Coming hard on the heels of M&S cutting 27 stores, now House of Fraser is set to close 31 of its 59 stores and Poundworld is calling in the administrators. Added to the list of recent failures, including Maplin and Toys 'R' Us, plus the sale of Homebase for £1, claims that 2018 will be the worst year for retail news since the recession in 2007, do not look in any sense far-fetched.

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Google’s mobile speed algorithm update: is your online business ready?

Retail Technology Review

Page speed really matters to web users, which is why Google has always taken it into account within its desktop search rankings. As from this month (July 2018), however, it will also be factored into Google's mobile search rankings as part of its new 'Speed Update'.

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AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype

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.

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InternetRetailing Conference 2018 – Collaboration, Innovation, Expertise. A powerhouse of ideas to re-generate retail

Retail Technology Review

Retail is re-structuring, re-formatting, re-skilling and re-connecting with consumers. In the current climate, success belongs to retailers that dare to be adaptive, creative and to take risks. Re-launching for 2018 – in a brand-new London venue - InternetRetailing Conference 2018 brings together 800+ retail board members, C-level executives and directors for a breath-taking day of inspiration and collaboration.

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Knomo increases online sales by 60% with personalisation technology from Nosto

Retail Technology Review

Leading bag and tech accessories retailer, Knomo, has seen a 60% increase in online shopper conversions and a 16% increase in the average order value since it started using the Nosto personalisation platform.

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eCommerce firm sets up inspirational global HQ in Watford

Retail Technology Review

Global eCommerce consultancy Salmon, has moved into its first dedicated office, extending its 20-year residence in Watford. The company is moving from 64 Clarendon Road to 36 Clarendon Road as it looks to expand following its integration into Wunderman Commerce, part of the global digital agency Wunderman.

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Swedish fashion ecommerce company NA-KD goes global with Klarna

Retail Technology Review

Payments provider Klarna has expanded its partnership with Swedish women's ecommerce brand, NA-KD, to the UK.

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Staying Ahead of UFLPA Enforcement: Best Practices for Retail Supply Chains

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

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FarEye expands its footprint in the European market with the launch of its regional office in London

Retail Technology Review

FarEye has opened its first European office in the heart of London with an aim to expand its business foothold in the region and to serve its customers directly. With a total of six corporate offices in India, Dubai and Singapore, FarEye currently serves customers in over 20 countries.

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Augmented reality in eCommerce

Retail Technology Review

Khaos Control's Managing Director, Mike Cockfield, looks at some of the ways in which eCommerce businesses can leverage AR for their stores, how it can attract customers to the business and further increase revenues.