Retail Focus
JULY 26, 2023
Promotion of any product or service in the modern world is not an easy topic. A high level of competition never allows market participants to relax and stand in one place. Retail is a particularly difficult mechanism to promote, because it is a large–scale business. However, it is quite realistic to promote it. We have collected several tools in order to promote the retail business easily and clearly.
Inside Retail
JULY 26, 2023
Discounted designer goods retailer Cosette has been alleged of selling counterfeit goods and ‘superfakes’ following an investigation by media outlets. New South Wales Fair Trading has now received more than 25 complaints following reportage by The Sydney Morning Herald and A Current Affair. Many buyers have revealed that their designer bags were indeed ‘fake’ after authenticity checks failed to ensure the legitimacy of products.
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Tokinomo
JULY 26, 2023
While the COVID-19 pandemic has speeded up the adoption of online shopping, this doesn’t mean that brick-and-mortar stores are doomed. Actually, more than 80% of retail sales take place in stores. However, physical retailers should continue to innovate and find ways to attract and engage shoppers in stores.
Inside Retail
JULY 26, 2023
Global brand development company Authentic Brands Group has bought footwear label Rockport from bankruptcy. Last month, Rockport filed for bankruptcy under Chapter 11 in the District of Delaware , for the second time in five years. Authentic Brands said the acquisition expands its “diverse footwear portfolio” with a “trusted brand”. Jamie Salter, founder, chairman and CEO of Authentic Brands, said Rockport’s core consumer is “more active” than ever.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 26, 2023
UPS and the International Brotherhood of Teamsters union have reached a labor agreement affecting approximately 340,000 workers nationwide, averting a strike that could have severely affected deliveries both to companies and directly to consumers. The five-year deal, which still needs to be ratified by the Teamsters rank-and-file, has been unanimously endorsed by the UPS Teamsters National Negotiating Committee.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Retail is undergoing a transformation, moving from traditional brick-and-mortar stores to immersive experiences that create an emotional connection with shoppers. Luxury brands like Dior and Jacquemus are partnering with hospitality players to elevate their equity and create desirability, designing exclusive lifestyle spaces and seasonal pop-ups that engage customers in new ways.
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Inside Retail
JULY 26, 2023
US-based apparel company Gap Inc has tapped experienced turnaround agent Richard Dickson as its new president and CEO, effective August 22. Dickson’s most recent role was president and COO of toy manufacturer Mattel where – among other achievements – he led a revival of the Barbie brand. He was appointed to Gap’s board of directors in November 2022.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 26, 2023
The location-based experience marketplace is projected to grow to $12 billion by the end of 2023 , clearly demonstrating an ever-increasing appetite for experiences. However, with so many on offer, how can brands ensure they are using the physical space effectively, connecting with customers, and evoking feelings consumers will never forget? Present-day tech advancements, as well as consumer demand, provide an opportunity for brands to seize the moment, increase footfall and fend off online comp
Retail Focus
JULY 26, 2023
In today’s highly competitive digital landscape, aesthetics play a pivotal role in attracting and retaining customers to your online retail business. It’s no secret that customers respond better to visually pleasing sites and stores, and retailers need to make the most of this if they want to stand out in a crowd of thousands of online sites. The visual appeal of your website is crucial in creating a lasting impression and enhancing user experience.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 26, 2023
Gap Inc. has named Richard Dickson as its new President and CEO, effective Aug. 22, 2023. Dickson will replace Board Chair Bob Martin, who has been serving as Interim CEO since the July 2022 departure of then-President and CEO Sonia Syngal. Earlier this week, the retailer named Chris Blakeslee President and CEO of its Athleta brand. Dickson comes to Gap from Mattel , where he served as President and COO and was a lead architect of the global corporate transformation that has revitalized iconic b
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Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
France’s antitrust watchdog has issued a statement of objection against Apple, raising concerns that the tech giant may have violated regulations related to the use of iPhone user data for advertising purposes. The watchdog is worried that Apple could be abusing its dominant position by implementing discriminatory and non-transparent conditions for using user data in.
Cisco Retail
JULY 26, 2023
There are things in life that just go better together. Salt and pepper. Fish and chips. Chili and cheese. Another perfect pairing, if you’re hungry for tech training, is the combination of Cisco U.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Luxury goods giant LVMH reported a surprising 1% drop in U.S. sales during the second quarter, indicating a potential slowdown in luxury spending in the country. The company’s CFO, Jean-Jacques Guiony, attributed the decline to aspirational customers no longer spending on entry-level products, potentially due to the fading stimulus payments after COVID.
Dezeen
JULY 26, 2023
Raw finishes and brutalist interventions feature in footwear brand Veja 's first dedicated shop in Madrid , complete with an in-house shoe repair workshop and interiors designed by local firm Plantea Estudio. The retail space is housed in a building in the centre of Madrid, which has functioned as a shop, a restaurant and a bank office since its construction around the turn of the 20th century.
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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.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Lowe’s has rehired an employee it previously fired after she attempted to stop suspected shoplifters at one of its stores in Rincon, Georgia. The 13-year employee, Donna Hansbrough, was assaulted by one of the suspects during her attempt to prevent them from leaving with stolen merchandise, resulting in a black eye. Lowe’s initially fired Hansbrough.
Retail Dive
JULY 26, 2023
The 1,500-square-foot store, dubbed Pac1980, opened in the Mall of America and features leggings, skirts, onesies and tops.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
According to a report from Morgan Stanley using WatchCharts data, nearly three-quarters of Rolex’s currently made models are worth more when pre-owned than when new. The luxury watch resale market has seen declining trends for over a year, but top brands like Audemars Piguet, Patek Philippe, and Rolex continue to command a premium on the.
Retail Dive
JULY 26, 2023
The toy maker's longtime executive was instrumental in reinvigorating Barbie and other signature brands. Can he pull it off again?
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Lyft has lowered ride prices following the layoff of more than 1,000 corporate employees this spring. The company’s decision to use the saved funds to decrease fares has helped it gain market share from its rival, Uber. CEO David Risher, who oversaw the layoffs, cited his experience in the nonprofit world to operate the company.
Retail Gazette
JULY 26, 2023
Aldi has cut the price on fruit and veg products as the discount grocer looks to pass savings on to its customers amid the cost-of-living crisis. Ten products are included in the price drop, including avocados, red peppers, baking potatoes and sweetcorn and is the latest price cut move after including household staples such as milk and pasta – lowering the price of almost 100 products.
Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Albertsons Companies has surpassed expectations for its quarterly profit and revenue, driven by strong demand for groceries and the popularity of its pocket-friendly private label brands. The company’s consolidation of private labels under the Signature Select brand and the bolstering of its loyalty program have been successful strategies in attracting customers to its stores, despite.
Retail Dive
JULY 26, 2023
The chain’s first location in a civic building will be followed later this year by a store on the campus of The University of Texas at Austin.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
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Retail Wire
JULY 26, 2023
Amazon.com has reduced the price it will pay for iRobot, the maker of Roomba vacuum cleaners, by approximately 15% to around $1.42 billion. The decision comes after iRobot incurred fresh debt and entered a $200 million financing facility. Under the amended deal, Amazon will now pay $51.75 in cash for each share of iRobot, down.
Retail Gazette
JULY 26, 2023
Tesco has launched food bank donation bags across 300 of its stores, to help food banks reach increased demand over the summer. Bags from the grocery giant are pre-filled with the products most needed by food banks and charities, such as pasta, pulses and pasta sauce. Shoppers can collect the bags when they enter the supermarket , which will typically cost them around £3.50.
Cisco Retail
JULY 26, 2023
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Retail Gazette
JULY 26, 2023
Morrisons has become the first UK supermarket to introduce recycling points for used coffee pods. The scheme is being trialled across 29 locations in partnership with pod recycling service Podback. Shoppers can collect their Podback recycling bags, fill with their used pods and recycle in a dedicated bin at the front of the store. The grocer is also set to become a Podback member, meaning its own-brand coffee pods will be recyclable through the service , along with 24 other coffee brands.
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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.
Retail Customer Experience
JULY 26, 2023
Activewear brand Fabletics has deployed Salesfloor's customer engagement platform to personalize the customer experience and creating connected conversations across its sales channels.
Retail Dive
JULY 26, 2023
The brand conglomerate sees an opportunity to expand the footwear company's assortment into a "full lifestyle offering.
Retail Gazette
JULY 26, 2023
Amazon has proposed several changes to the way it treats third-party sellers on its Marketplace platform to address concerns raised by the UK’s competition watchdog. The Competition and Markets Authority (CMA) launched a probe last year into whether the online giant had been giving its own brands and those that used its logistics services an unfair advantage.
Cisco Retail
JULY 26, 2023
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