Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2021

There’s a modern-day gold rush on, except instead of the hills and creek beds of the American West, the landscape of this one is the vast, rich expanse of Amazon.com. With not a pan or pick in sight, fortunes are yet being made as an ever-increasing number of private equity investors flock to the ecommerce behemoth in search of what has become one of today’s richest commodities — successful Amazon third-party sellers.

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Retail Minded

MARCH 29, 2021

Retailers, are you ready to boost your store visibility, sales and overall success in 2021? The reality is, the past year has been difficult for many businesses – but small businesses in particular have been hit hard with the challenges presented by COVID-19. Keeping this in mind, Retail Minded’s Founder, Nicole Leinbach Reyhle, is thrilled to share expert insight that will offer actionable strategies and resources alike to aid small businesses as part of the National Main Street Cen

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2021

Nike has reportedly closed its accounts with DSW , Urban Outfitters , Shoe Show , Dunham’s Sports , Olympia Sports and Big 5 Sporting Goods as the retailer pulls out of specialty retailers and department stores, according to Forbes and other media outlets. Macy’s will no longer receive products directly, but the Finish Line at Macy’s business will still carry Nike items.

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Mulesoft

MARCH 29, 2021

The pandemic has changed how organizations rely on their IT teams. IT was critical in the shift to remote work and maintaining operations in the new, virtual world — all while managing and implementing the day-to-day technical needs of the company. With this shift, digital transformation was no longer a question of “if,” but “how […]. The post 10 facts on the state of integration first appeared on MuleSoft Blog.

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Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2021

Continually mining and employing data is essential if retailers — and their brand partners — are going to meet shoppers’ expectations of seamless, omnichannel shopping experiences. And it’s by meeting those expectations that brands and retailers will create measurable ROI, drive sales and generate loyalty. Today’s non-linear and highly complex shopper journey is only illuminated through data that provides measurable insight and activation capability.

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LS Retail

MARCH 29, 2021

©iStock/Prostock-Studio What's affecting me, my clients, my colleagues and other global small business owners: Empowering women in developing countries on global digital trade for women. Are you ready to export ? (by Laurel J. Delaney) Quote of the week: “90% of CEOs believe the digital economy will impact their industry, but less than 15% are executing on a digital strategy.” – MIT Sloan and Capgemini The 1,300-foot, 200,000-ton Ever Given got wedged in the Suez Canal shipping channel and we wi

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Hyken

MARCH 29, 2021

Each week I read a number of customer service and customer experience articles from various resources. Here are my top five picks from last week. I have added my comment about each article and would like to hear what you think too. How Disney Knocks it Out of The Park With an Excellent Customer Experience (And How You Can Too) by Ellen Christenberry.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 29, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond has hired two new executives to drive the growth of its $3 billion digital business: Jill Pavlovich as SVP of Digital Commerce, and Jake Griffith as VP of Product Management. Pavlovich joins Bed Bath & Beyond from Wayfair , where she was General Manager and Head of Exclusive Brands and Merchandising, responsible for developing and launching more than 90 exclusive brands.

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I Love Fashion

MARCH 29, 2021

Fashion Digital Marketing Agency. Undoubtedly, creating enticing content has been a feasible aspect for the fashion brand to drive in more organic traffic. Apart from the ad campaigns, the right content could open up ventures for the brand to meet new audiences at a minimal cost. Yet, a whopping 50% and 52% B2B and B2C marketers find it challenging to produce engaging content.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

By Karen Appold. They say that there’s much treasure to be found under the sea, including gold and silver. After touring a historic ship or museum dedicated to naval history, guests are often drawn to the gift shop to find their own treasures. So what glimmering treasures are all the rage at maritime museum shops these days? Maureen Wolf, museum store buyer and manager, The Custom House Maritime Museum in Newburyport, Mass.

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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 Insider

MARCH 29, 2021

Brought to you by Retail Insider and K3 BTG. Tom Broughton, founder and CEO, Cubitts. 1. What is the greatest opportunity for your business? The world is now almost eight billion humans, of whom most will need spectacles at some point. We can help. 2. What is the biggest challenge to your business? It’s an obvious answer, but navigating Covid-19 – it’s been pretty brutal for a retail business like ours, with a strong focus on physical stores.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

By Karen Appold. When creating home décor and gift displays, Ginger Newman Askew, events/museum store manager at the Historic Sotterley Museum Store in Hollywood, Md., aims to tell a story for the audience she wants to reach. “I try to produce vignettes that are not only attractive for visitors to look at, but also entice them to want to explore,” she said.

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Retail Technology Review

MARCH 29, 2021

The way consumers behave has shifted almost beyond recognition – and there are indications that the change could be permanent. Companies which were already operating on a technology-first basis have been able to adapt and thrive over the last year, while others are still playing catch-up and some have unfortunately not survived the transition – as evidenced by Debenhams and the Arcadia Group.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

SJT has announced a licensing agreement with Thomas Kinkade Studios. Wood plaques, fridge magnets, and stone coasters featuring Kinkade’s artwork will be available Summer 2021. SJT will offer 7-inch-by-10.5-inch and 10-inch-by-16-inch wood plaques, fridge magnets, and stone coasters. Plaques and coasters are made or printed in the USA. Floor display options will be available.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Retail Times

MARCH 29, 2021

It’s no secret that consumer expectations today are higher than ever. Modern shoppers not only want quality products at reasonable prices, they want those items delivered as quickly and cost-effectively as possible. . Industry data shows that 1 in 10 shoppers will stop buying from a retailer because of slow delivery and only 46% of consumers are happy with how long it takes for orders to arrive.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Lorab International has been designing and selling Handmade Stars from India for over 20 years. Each Star is unique with wonderful patterns and colors to surely enhance wherever they are used, for gifts, displays, or a child’s room, each becomes a treasure that all love. The paper used is of the highest quality, and the colors inside each star make them unique and enchanting when lit.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Fiesta Scribbleez plush for Easter and Spring is in stock and ready to add a pop of color to your plush and toy selection. In this collection, Fiesta offers a one-of-a-kind pattern that was designed with fun in mind. These big-eyed, playful friends are in stock and shipping now. (For more information, visit www.fiestatoy.com , email sales@fiestatoy.com or call 323-581-9988.).

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Soapstone animals from Silver Streak are approximately 2-1/2 inches each, and sold on assorted agate and sandstone bases. More than 25 different animals to choose from, including Prehistoric Animals, North American Mammals, Aquatic Animals, and more! Choose an individual animal type in packs of four, or buy an assortment. Get a FREE Stairstep Display with qualified order.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Kellytoy, a subsidiary of Jazwares, LLC, has contributed nearly 100 of its best-selling “chonky” Squishmallows to Silverado High School in Mission Viejo, Calif., to help support school efforts such as its Positive Behavior Intervention and Supports (PBIS) program. Kellytoy will officially kick off a formal partnership with Silverado when the school year resumes this fall.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

After 11 years in the Texas coastal resort of Galveston, retailer Kim Cherryhomes had her best holiday season ever in 2020. But it hasn’t been an easy year overall for Cherryhomes, who owns Tangerine Boutique. “I’m open seven days a week right now, and I’m doing it all myself. I don’t have a staff,” the retailer admitted. When the pandemic hit, “I had to rethink everything.”.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Pokémon cards are white hot. LEGOs will always have fans. And fidget toys are in demand for kids bored at home during the pandemic. Around the country, these items are in hot demand at toy retailers. But most independent stores survive in the age of Amazon by curating selections for their specific clienteles. In Brooklyn, upscale parents see toys not only as playthings, but also as ways to express social conscience — and visually uplift shared spaces.

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SGN Magazine

MARCH 29, 2021

Candles and soaps alike are scented favorites for gifts and home purchasing. But displaying these popular products well is the key to turn scent shoppers into buyers. At Candle Delirium in West Hollywood, Calif., the shop’s Sales and Store Manager Brice Oates said he keeps things interesting in the 4,000-square-foot shop by changing the store’s full display by the season.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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