Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 21, 2022
The Kroger Co. has installed more than 350 electric vehicle (EV) chargers at locations across the country, with plans to add more by the end of this year. Charger installations have already been rolled out in collaboration with Blink , Electrify America , EVgo , Tesla and Volta at Kroger locations in Arizona, California, Colorado, Georgia, Indiana, Nevada, Oregon, Texas, Utah and Wyoming.
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
An American freelance artist has sued Chinese fast-fashion retailer Shein for US$100 million, alleging the company copied her artwork without permission. According to Sourcing Journal, Florida artist Maggie Stephenson, a freelance illustrator for magazines who has 111,000 followers on Instagram, created a work called “One is good, more is better” which now features on a range of products sold by Shein.
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Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 21, 2022
If you’re feeling the pain of summer staffing woes, you’re not alone. The pandemic and ensuing “great reshuffle” has left untold franchises across the U.S. searching for new ways to tackle their seasonal staffing shortfalls. Right now there are more than 11.5 million open jobs, with just 6 million available workers ready to fill them. That’s 1.9 jobs for every available worker.
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Refugees with in-demand tech skills will embark on a paid cadetship program instituted by the Woolworths Group. Refugees with tech qualifications and experience often struggle to obtain employment without prior work experience in Australia. A 12-week paid Refugee Digital and Technology Cadetship Program will train eight Iraqi and Syrian refugees across Woolworths Group’s Technology, WooliesX Technology and WiQ data analytics teams.
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
JUNE 21, 2022
Tiffany & Co. has launched “Vision & Virtuosity,” an exhibition featuring 400 objects from its archives at the Saatchi Gallery in London through Aug. 19. An AR experience will allow exhibition guests to try on certain pieces, including the coveted 128.54-carat Tiffany Diamond that has only been worn by a few people, including Audrey Hepburn, Lady Gaga and Beyoncé.
Tokinomo
JUNE 21, 2022
Campaign scoop. Music and food. What do brand activations and eggs ?? have in common? Apparently, a lot. Just Eggs wants to amp up its outreach at major summer events and festivals. 100,000 mini breakfast sandwiches are going to be offered at the Bonnaroo music festival near Nashville, Tenn. Nothing goes better with a Stevie Nicks performance than a mini breakfast sandwich, right?
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Retail Focus
JUNE 21, 2022
The Loubi’s on the Beach , pop-up is inspired by the pure joy, nostalgia and high energy of summer beach culture. The fully immersive space celebrates seaside living with the integration of a Louboutin fantasy beach complete with boardwalk, beach huts, kiosk and a lifeguard on site. Embracing the maison’s playful wit and charm, red and white striped beach huts and parasols house shoes, leather goods and accessories from the new summer collection.
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 21, 2022
Photo courtesy of Amazon. Photo courtesy of Amazon. Photo courtesy of Amazon. Before the May 25, 2022 grand opening of Amazon Style — the retailer’s initial venture into fashion brick-and-mortar retail — some thought the Los Angeles space at the Americana at Brand would be dominated by technology and devoid of human interaction. But on the contrary, while there are plenty of digital tools based on AI-powered algorithms that help customers shop the store, these features support hundreds of associ
Wiser
JUNE 21, 2022
If your business is looking to optimize its online storefront, then it’s likely your team already has a lot of great products. Now, it’s all about figuring out how to get people to find and hopefully purchase those products. Maybe you’ve got some clicks coming in here and there, but they’re leaving too quickly to make an impact.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Part 2 of the 3-part Wireless Catalyst 9800 WLC KPIs. In the previous blog Wireless Catalyst 9800 WLC KPIs, Part 1 we shared how to check WLC and connections to other devices. In this blog, we will concentrate on Key Performance Indicators for Access Points (AP) and Radio Frequency(RF). I will share approaches and commands to measure the health of the APs and RF.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Nvidia
JUNE 21, 2022
Jazz is all about improvisation — and NVIDIA is paying tribute to the genre with AI research that could one day enable graphics creators to improvise with 3D objects created in the time it takes to hold a jam session. The method, NVIDIA 3D MoMa, could empower architects, designers, concept artists and game developers to quickly import an object into a graphics engine to start working with it, modifying scale, changing the material or experimenting with different lighting effects.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Maintaining a network that hosts thousands of users requires constant information. But as the needs of the user base continue to grow, the strain on the network grows as well. Keeping up with that growth means understanding the ways in which traffic and load affect the network and the users who rely upon it, as well as expanding the infrastructure that enables the growth.
Retail Dive
JUNE 21, 2022
A new study by the social commerce platform shows that 66% of shoppers who use augmented reality tech are less likely to return items.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Written by Vasanta Rao, Technical Marketing Engineer, Transceiver Modules Group (Cisco Optics). Understanding FEC Part 1: The Basics of FEC. In part one of this two-part blog post, we review the basics of forward-error correction (FEC). In part two, we will discuss implementation and the impact of FEC on performance. Today’s insatiable demand for bandwidth is pushing network speeds higher and higher.
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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.
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
Are you looking for a way to save money on your groceries? If so, you may be interested in using printable coupons. Coupon templates can help make the process of creating and using printable coupons easier. In this article, we’ll be discussing 12 coupon template options. 12 Best Printable Coupon Template Options. Let’s dive right in and discuss the 12 best coupon template options available to print. 1.
Retail Dive
JUNE 21, 2022
Consumers and investors are concerned that the industry’s stance on issues like collective bargaining at overseas suppliers isn't being applied to U.S. operations.
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
Sponsored Post. Creating industry specific marketing content can seem difficult for those less initiated with the world of design. However, VistaCreate offers a graphic design solution that meets the needs of both pros and novices alike. VistaCreate is an online graphic design tool that helps users to create designs from thousands of industry specific design templates with different formats for social media, print, and web projects.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
In collaboration with Dipesh Patel. What new demands will our network face in 2025? In this blog series, the Cisco IT networking team will share our vision for the future of our network—and the investments we’re making to get there. Insights and automation will power our future network. Think of it as a circular process: collect data from network infrastructure.
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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.
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
July 4th is right around the corner, and most businesses participate in one way or another in this patriotic celebration. July 4th is the day that is celebrated as the birth of American independence. One way to show your patriotism this year is to put out your American flags and make sure your business is decorated for the holiday. Furthermore, you might consider having a company cookout or party or giving something out to your customers.
Dezeen
JUNE 21, 2022
Spanish fashion brand Loewe has reopened its Barcelona flagship, which it has transformed into a gallery-like space with an undulating bamboo installation that winds across its surfaces. Casa Loewe is set inside Casa Lle?o Morera, a modernist building created by Catalan architect Lluís Domènech i Montaner off one of the Spanish city's major shopping streets.
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
Ahh, the best-laid plans…often go unrealized. Every business owner has been there to one degree or another. You read something, see something, heck, you pay thousands of dollars to a consultant but don’t actually DO something that you want to do, know you should do, and paid to do. So what’s up with that? Barry Moltz, the guy you call to get your business “Unstuck” has an answer in his latest book, ChangeMasters: How To Actually Make the Changes You Already Know You
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Queensland-based French Renaissance-style boulangerie and patisserie Le Bon Choix is set to open its ninth store, with plans for international expansion. The expansion has been enabled by a $5 million investment in a new 1600sqm bakery in Brendale. The bakery’s director, Savico Basset-Rouge, pictured above, says the plant has been two years in the planning and will allow the Le Bon Choix brand to treble production.
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.
Retail Wire
JUNE 21, 2022
President Joe Biden said yesterday that he is considering seeking a gas tax holiday to temporarily cut the cost of fuel for Americans dealing with record-high prices brought about by Russia’s unprovoked war on Ukraine. The federal gas tax is 18.4 cents per gallon and would require Congressional action to take place.
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
The world has arguably never been so topsy turvy. Even before people were all forced to work from home, employment had become unrecognisable from even just a few decades ago. Employees across all industries are driving the change relentlessly through their refusal to go back to the norm. The great resignation, as it has been coined, has caused organisations around the world to look for a competitive edge when attracting (and keeping) top talent.
Retail Wire
JUNE 21, 2022
Kellogg plans to split its business into three independent public companies — cereal, snacking and plant-based products. “These businesses all have significant standalone potential, and an enhanced focus will enable them to better direct their resources toward their distinct strategic priorities,” CEO Steve Cahillane said in a statement.
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
International travel and lifestyle brand Tumi has partnered up with gaming juggernaut Razer to release an innovative and focused set of luggage for esports players. Launched this month, the four-piece capsule collection includes an expandable four-wheel carry-on luggage bag, a laptop cover, a backpack, and a sling which are styled after Razer’s signature black and green aesthetic.
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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.
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
With summer fast approaching, this is the best season to indulge in some of our favorite cold treats like ice cream! With so many great brands already on the market and new ice cream companies emerging, use this summer to explore a new ice cream brand and try something new or go back to classic flavors. We’ll go through some of the most popular ice creams out there that you should definitely try if you haven’t already!
Inside Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
To be as efficient as humanly possible. What company doesn’t strive for this? Especially since working efficiently impacts all levels of an organisation, including workforce morale, productivity, and the big one: the bottom line. Here’s an interesting fact, and what makes it interesting is its contradiction: To be “as efficient as humanly possible” we need technology.
Cisco Retail
JUNE 21, 2022
Financial institutions need to place cloud at the center of their corporate IT transformation strategy. Cloud is where technologies are converging, and products and solutions are being innovated. Whether public, private, hybrid or multi-cloud, financial institutions go with different cloud strategies that make sense for their organization. As such, central IT needs to play these three key roles in this transformation decision and implementation for financial institutions: Support the branch ba
Small Biz Trends
JUNE 21, 2022
In order for a business to succeed, it’s important for its owners to understand the factors that can impact their bottom line. One of these key factors is inflation. The Federal Reserve targets an annual inflation rate of 2%. However, the rate is currently at 8.6%. Inflation is a result of the broader economic trends at play in the market. In this article, we’ll explore how inflation affects businesses and what owners can do to mitigate its impact.
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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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