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A 5-Point Action Plan to Build an Environmentally Friendly Supply Chain for Your Business in 2022

Retail TouchPoints

There is no doubt that customers value convenience over sustainability, which is why same-day shipping remains a popular delivery option along with the increasing rate of returns in ecommerce. Sustainability is not only about the resilience of business but also of the planet.

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How businesses are leveraging GenAI to curate bespoke customer experiences

Inside Retail

In a climate where consumers are wanting more bespoke retail experiences on and offline, businesses are leveraging generative artificial intelligence (AI) to provide this in a way that is both economical and sustainable. We don’t hold stock, handle payments or shipping. Mys Tyler’s recently launched AI stylist is one such example.

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5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022

Independent Retailer

Now, the chaos is gradually giving way to a new order, and as they look to 2022, many businesses are finally hoping for a more orderly and “normal” year. Sustainability Shapes Buying Decisions. Sustainability is no longer a niche interest — it is a mainstream driver of purchasing decisions for shoppers of all ages.

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2022 Retail Success Guide

Independent Retailer

Independent Retailer has rounded up some of the most important emerging trends in retail to watch out for in 2022 from top retail experts in the industry. Supply chain issues will continue into 2022, but low inventory does not necessarily mean lost opportunities for retailers,” Sarah Cascone, VP of Marketing at Bluecore , said. “In

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Clean Data, Clean Planet: How Online Retailers can use Data Analytics to Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

Retail TouchPoints

Newly developed freight booking tools have made it easier and more efficient to book containers on large cargo ships, thereby reducing the need for air freight, which is generally seen as producing a larger carbon footprint. Shipping companies can obtain information through GPS tags to help locate containers and ships in real time.

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Sheridan returns cotton products to soil in textile waste trial

Inside Retail

For Sheridan, it’s another step forward on its sustainability journey. And fibres don’t have to be shipped offshore. This project will include further testing will be undertaken to determine the impact of dyes and finishes on soils and other challenges such as the removal of buttons, zips and synthetic threads and tags.

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Key Strategies for Retailers to Push Sustainability Efforts

Independent Retailer

Companies are achieving considerable cost savings through efficiencies linked to environmental sustainability. Packaging and labels that are sustainable, eco-friendly, and biodegradable are not just a unique selling point anymore. Sustainability is high on the agenda for many organizations. by Lesley Suen.

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