Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 3, 2022

Following the opening of 100 Ulta Beauty at Target shop-in-shops in 2021, Target will open more than 250 new locations by the end of 2022, with ambitious plans to eventually reach at least 800 locations. “We see substantial opportunities to build on our core capabilities to drive deeper guest engagement and long-term growth.”.

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FEBRUARY 11, 2021

Now the store is viewed as a flexible asset, capable of fulfilling a variety of needs: Distribution center supplying inventory to other locations Ecommerce fulfillment Amazon return hub Curbside pickup Private bubble/pod shopping location Retooled for more buying, less shopping Emphasis on health and safety, contactless shopping.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2021

In fact, the growth of BNPL is hitting record-breaking levels — in 2021 Cornerstone Advisors say that consumers will make nearly $100 billion in retail purchases using BNPL. In fact, Cornerstone Advisors found that Gen Z consumers using BNPL grew from 6% in 2019 to 36% in 2021, and millennials’ use of BNPL is up to 41%.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 4, 2022

Paper receipts are so 2021. In the same way contactless quickly became the preferred method of payment, Smart Receipts will become essential rather than optional for retailers. Smart Receipts allow you to offer that same level of service, making more customers your best customers. Frictionless customer journey.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2022

between 2020 and 2021 in the U.S. As the retail industry starts to return to normal in 2022, merchants around the world continue to respond to changing consumer behavior by embracing adaptability with open arms, in addition to being increasingly open to new technologies as part of their long-term strategies.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 8, 2022

between 2020 and 2021 in the U.S. As the retail industry starts to return to normal in 2022, merchants around the world continue to respond to changing consumer behavior by embracing adaptability with open arms, in addition to being increasingly open to new technologies as part of their long-term strategies.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 24, 2021

In order to lean into creating safer environments, we saw the rise of flexible fulfillment and contactless payments. As we reflect back, we know that BOPIS and curbside have become essential services with long-term practicality.

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Inside Retail

MAY 17, 2022

The industry’s latest move: accepting cryptocurrency as a form of payment. In August 2021, German streetwear brand Philipp Plein became the first fashion brand to accept cryptocurrency at its new crypto concept store in London. Since the beginning of this year, a number of brands have begun to process crypto payments in-store.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 28, 2025

Etsy continues to make refinements to its business model as it seeks a return to growth amid increasing competition. Improved Etsy Seller Experience Aimed at Addressing Previous Complaints Etsys challenges reached the mainstream media in 2023 , when sellers began to vocally protest the platforms payment practices and fees.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 5, 2024

The deal includes a pro-rata payment to Nordstrom to buy out its minority interest in the brands , which the department store acquired as part of a previous joint venture with Asos back in July 2021. But the brands had become a drag on Asos’ bottom line , and a selloff has been rumored for over a year now.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

Have a simple checkout process. Powerful marketing initiatives and detailed product pages don’t mean anything if the buyer bails because the checkout process is too complicated. Simple and easy checkout processes are needed to seal the deal. Make customer service a priority. Be mobile-friendly.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 17, 2022

The bureau also released the Buy Now, Pay Later: Market Trends and Consumer Impacts report, which found that Affirm, Afterpay, Klarna, PayPal and Zip together provided 180 million loans totaling over $24 billion in 2021, a near tenfold increase from 2019. of users charged at least one late fee in 2021, up from 7.8%

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Inside Retail

MARCH 26, 2025

Daniel Kitay: Funday launched in April 2021, but the journey started well before that. IR : Did the company face an adjustment period after the most extreme restrictions began to be lifted and consumer sentiment stabilised around the end of 2021? In what ways has it returned to “normal”?

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 23, 2022

The 2022 back-to-school (BTS) season could be the most “normal” since the start of the pandemic, with even more demand than the record-setting BTS 2021 season for clothing, classroom supplies and new technology. Give Back-to-School Shoppers Alternative Payment Options. Streamline Your Checkout Process for Busy Parents and Students.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 15, 2022

Outfits like GoPuff, Gorillas and 1520 took the grocery market by storm in 2021, offering a limited menu of consumables, delivered to your door in an incredible 30 minutes or less (and commanding multi-billion dollar valuations in the process.) Ultra-rapid grocery delivery will gain further influence.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2022

As the world recovers from the pandemic and consumers return to the high street, retailers are eager to capitalize on the increased footfall by providing an exceptional in-store experience. It computes sales totals, handles payments, monitors inventory, collects company data and much more. Streamline Workflow to Optimize Service.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 30, 2021

Account takeover fraud, which is driven by impostor scams, increased by 50%, with no signs of slowing down in 2021. The 2021 Javelin Identity Fraud Study includes findings on identity fraud scam approaches that criminals use on each generation: Baby Boomers. Screen every order, even those from returning customers.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 25, 2022

This generation has taken to this payment option faster than any other, but looking at their history it is easy to see why. Gen Z has grown up with a steady decrease in the use of physical payment, coupled with major advancements in fintech. Late or missed BNPL payments have their own consequences. with Klarna.”. with Klarna.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 25, 2021

If retailers think online shopping in 2021 is about the simple exchange of goods for money, they’re doing it wrong. If a retailer’s online infrastructure can’t cope with a sudden spike in demand following, say, a Black Friday sale, those customers are unlikely to return. From Monolith to Microservices.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

The transaction cycle does not end after purchase, and successful retailers should ensure that their omnichannel systems and processes are able to seamlessly handle the recovery period that comes after the holidays. Mastering systems integration and returns will send customer satisfaction and profitability soaring for your retail business.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 6, 2022

Mall operator Unibail-Rodamco-Westfield SE (URW) is reportedly looking to divest most of its U.S. The plan, which was first announced in February 2021, may end up seeing a loss on the $14 billion it spent four years ago to acquire some of the country’s top-performing malls. URW valued its U.S. portfolio at $13.2 URW valued its U.S.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

This means adopting new-generation technologies such as digital signage, powered by a robust operating system, enabling remote management, personalisation and interactivity with in-store signage. “As Traditional operating systems can’t keep up on processes, costs, or implementation,” says Hanns.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 17, 2022

It connects, on a centralised and measurable platform, several touchpoints and interactions a customer has with the brand or business: payments, rewards, inventory, delivery options, product return, supply chain, fulfilment options, and more. it operates in silos and unconnected platforms. Buy online, return in-store.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 29, 2021

Namely, the conversations focus on how traditional brick-and-mortar stores can incorporate AI into their operations as more and more fully autonomous stores pop up around the world. Retail stores typically had to guess what changes will have a positive impact on sales and operational efficiency. The Pandemic’s Initial Impact on Retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 15, 2021

But when looking at these numbers, the excess data can feel overwhelming, so we’ve rounded up the most important retail metrics to leverage in 2021. You’ll want to look at organic sessions, paid sessions, how long people have stayed on your page and the number of new visitors vs. returning visitors. Website traffic: More than 4.5

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 22, 2021

The IDC FutureScape 2021 webinar took a close look at some of the biggest, most impactful developments retailers can expect in the coming years. By 2024, IDC expects that retailers will strengthen their partnerships with suppliers to improve supply chain transparency and reduce the environmental impact of operations by 30%.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2022

Household savings that were bolstered by government Covid-19 payments have started to fall and there are early indications of financial stress with buy-now-pay-later services and credit applications. per cent in the three months to September, compared with the same period in 2021. per cent for August and September.,

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

The Mastercard SpendingPulse measures in-store and online retail sales across all forms of payment, providing a wealth of insights to help merchants refine and optimize their holiday strategies. The return to offices and social events is inspiring consumers to level up their wardrobes and focus more on apparel and footwear.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 6, 2021

Fast forward to October 2021, and Australia’s largest online fashion retailer The Iconic is leading the way on resale, partnering with AirRobe on the Circular Wardrobe, an initiative that allows customers to resell, rent, or recycle their preloved items with one click. Tapping into gen Z spending power.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 5, 2022

Online fraud cost digital commerce merchants $27 billion in 2021 , so it’s no surprise that retailers have redoubled their focus on eliminating these threats. Traditional retailers with digital commerce operations compete head-to-head with online retailers for demanding customers. Holding on to customers is a high priority.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 26, 2021

In 1937, Coca-Cola introduced its first coin-operated vending machine in the US, selling a bottle of Coke for a nickel. Cryptocurrencies have evolved beyond their origin as a payment system for a niche group of people who didn’t trust the global banking system. Bitcoin was the first major cryptocurrency, created in 2009.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 3, 2022

billion on Cyber Monday 2020 , while Singles Day in November 2021 in China drove $139 billion in sales for two of that country’s major online shopping platforms. That includes frictionless payments and checkout and fast shipping options. Consider that in the U.S., ecommerce merchants pulled in $10.8

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 3, 2021

Sodipo most recently led Product Finance and Strategy at Stripe and will bring her expertise in payments to Glossier’s Accounting and Finance teams. At Glossier, Leahy will be responsible for driving revenue and building end-to-end customer experiences across channels as head of the Retail, Sales, International and Operations teams.

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Inside Retail

MAY 25, 2022

The importance of an easy checkout process and a reassuring returns process are consistent themes dating back to last year’s State of Ecommerce Report. You get through most of the checkout process for a purchase you’re excited to make and then you’re suddenly hit with sticker shock for the cost of shipping.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 8, 2021

We chat with co-founder Rama Suparta about the brand’s omnichannel strategy and its new mobile app and try-on service. The processing time to install lenses can take three to five days and require customers to come back to pick them up; 6. Minimal return policies or warranties. You can download the report here.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

Following several years of pandemic-driven declines, shoppers are eagerly returning to stores, and that enthusiasm is being echoed in a new upswing in store openings and lease signings. Lease liabilities offer a useful glimpse into the future because this number quantifies the dollar value of future lease payments.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Common examples of ORC include when merchandise is stolen and returned for profit or sold through online auctions or in-person sales. For example, one delivery address can be the source of 20 online returns across 20 different names, email addresses and credit cards. increase in ORC incidents between 2021 and 2022.

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