Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has moved Chapter 2 of its 2021 Big Show from an in-person to a virtual event. The decision was made because the Javits Center, which hosts the annual Big Show, will be unavailable during the first week of June. The facility is currently being used as a vaccine distribution venue for New York City residents, an evolution of its earlier role as a field hospital.

Returns 264

Returns Planning Marketing 264

Wiser

JANUARY 19, 2021

Should you ship your products directly to retail stores and bypass the go-between, or is there something to be said for letting your retail partners own the distribution to individual stores? This is a question every brand and manufacturer has to contend with at some point. They have to make a decision between Direct Store Delivery or centralized distribution through retailers’ supply chains.

Shipping 78

Shipping Inventory Management Management Location 78

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

Between COVID-19, the Black Lives Matter protests in the summer and the recent insurgence at the United States Capitol, 2020 was a landmark year for organizations to speak out, raise awareness and drive positive change for the world around them. Corporate Social Responsibility (CSR) — also known as Environmental, Social, and Governance (ESG) or purpose-driven business strategy — certainly isn’t new.

Consumer 262

Consumer Planning Management ATS 262

Retail Technology Review

JANUARY 19, 2021

UK-based homewares retailer Dunelm has deployed curbside and Deliver to-Car functionality to its customer offering at its 170 superstores across England, Scotland and Wales.

Customer Experience 28

Customer Experience ATS 28

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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

Office Depot has rejected a $ 2.1 billion takeover bid from its rival Staples , according to a letter sent by Joseph Vassalluzzo, Chairman of Office Depot parent company ODP. The letter said, in part, “the board has unanimously concluded that there is a more compelling path forward to create value for ODP and its shareholders than the potential transaction described in your proposal.”.

Planning 262

Planning Consumer 262

Small Biz Trends

JANUARY 19, 2021

Since its invention in 1960 bubble wrap has been an indispensable part of shipping. These flexible plastic sheeting containing small air pockets are used in cushioning items during shipment and storage. The bubbles of sealed air provide a flexible but durable cushion forming a sturdy barrier against impact. The advantage of bubble wrap over other packing and cushioning materials is its lightweight and protection from shock, vibration, and damage.

Shipping 105

Shipping Marketing Retail Trends ATS 105

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

Marc Lore, President and CEO of U.S. Ecommerce at Walmart , will retire at the end of January 2021. He will maintain a relationship with the retailer as a strategic advisor in addition to working with several unnamed startups, according to a post on LinkedIn. Lore joined Walmart in 2016 when the retail giant acquired Jet.com in 2016, and was named head of U.S.

Shopping 179

Shopping ATS 179

Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 19, 2021

GNC will host socially-distant cookie booths at select locations in support of Girl Scouts of the USA ’s annual Girl Scout Cookie Program. The retailer is scheduling more than 20,000 Girl Scout Booth Days, during which local troops will sell cookies from a safe booth at a GNC store. “We admire the entrepreneurial spirit of Girl Scouts and are proud to have another opportunity to support the preeminent leadership development organization for girls in the United States,” said Rachel Jones, VP, Glo

Location 165

Location ATS Store Operations 165