Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2023

Inkga Group, owner and operator of 482 Ikea stores and ecommerce in 31 countries, will adopt a solution from Made4net to power fulfillment centers and store operations worldwide. The deployment follows the purchase of Made4net by Ingka Investments , the group’s investment arm. The Made4net SCExpert platform is designed to help more than 100,000 users deliver faster, more accurate order fulfillment via improved supply chain visibility, enhancing experiences for both associates and Ikea customers.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

The price for food away from home rose 8.6 percent in April while food at home increased 7.1 percent, according to the Bureau of Labor Statistics. Visits to restaurants declined 3.5 percent in April compared to last year.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 2, 2023

Smart retailers are realizing that their increasingly complex omnichannel offerings have made strong supply chain management more important than ever. Retailers need to handle inventory in stores and distribution centers, keep an eye on both digital and physical shelves and keep costs down with efficient logistics and routing. Industry experts gathered at Manhattan Momentum 2023 in Phoenix to discuss their approaches to these various challenges.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Amazon.com has been in talks for up to eight weeks with AT&T, Dish Network, T-Mobile and Verizon about offering Prime members a $10 monthly or free nationwide mobile phone subscription service.

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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

JUNE 2, 2023

Gap has reportedly beaten a shareholder lawsuit regarding its commitment to racial diversity among its leadership, and has settled a trademark lawsuit with Patagonia regarding an “iconic” pocket design, according to Reuters. Patagonia also has filed a complaint against Nordstrom alleging that the company sold “thousands” of counterfeit Patagonia sweatshirts and T-shirts at Nordstrom Rack stores.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Lululemon Athletica has raised its annual forecast after its North American sales increased 17 percent and the chain posted higher profits on lower freight costs and inventory reductions. “We’ve seen no change in our (customer) behavior in terms of frequency of purchase or engagement,” said Lululemon CEO Calvin McDonald.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Wegmans said it is closing its 134,000-square-foot multi-level store in Natick, MA. “Unfortunately, with this non-traditional location we are unable to attract enough customers for our business model to work,” Wegmans New England human resources director Brien MacKendrick said in a statement.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

After backing out of a wholesale partnership in 2021, Nike clothing will again be available at the department store. Meanwhile, Kevin Plank sold 16 million shares to BDT Capital Partners.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Gap has settled a Patagonia lawsuit that accused it of selling fleece jackets that infringed on its “iconic” snapped flap pocket and rectangular “P-6.” Terms of the settlement were not disclosed.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

The Macy’s-owned retailer will sell the products as part of “The Cache,” a curated collection of emerging brands.

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Thieves participating in organized retail criminal activities are coming to stores armed with bear spray, guns, knives and other weapons. “We’re starting to see a lot more violent acts taking place,” said David Johnston of the National Retail Federation. “It greatly impacts the retailer’s ability to keep their environment safe.

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Cisco Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Amazon.com is rolling out artificial intelligence technology designed to detect damaged goods in warehouses so they never get shipped to customers. The retailer estimates that fewer than one in 1,000 items it handles in warehouses is damaged. The company handles about eight billion packages a year.

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Cisco Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

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

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Retail Wire

JUNE 2, 2023

Dollar General lowered its full-year net sales forecast and now expects a gain in the 3.5 to five percent range, down from its previous guidance of an increase falling between 5.5 and six percent.

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Cisco Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

Part 3 of the four-part series – Cloud Monitoring for Cisco Catalyst Switches Welcome back to the third blog in our series about cloud monitoring for Cisco Catalyst 9000 switches.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

Items from nine brands including Supreme and Off-White are eligible, with more added at the end of September, including Adidas, Nike and Gucci.

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Cisco Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

For the past 134 years, Carhartt has built a global following of dedicated fans. The brand’s workwear is produced with such high quality that it’s legendary for being passed down for generations.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

Greater China in particular grew 79%, and the region will account for the majority of international store openings planned for the year.

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Kuusoft

JUNE 2, 2023

Marketing for hospitals, family practice, and specialists is a nuanced challenge. Because healthcare and medical conditions are incredibly… The post Top 5 Marketing Strategies for Healthcare Providers appeared first on The Official Kuusoft Blog.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

Patagonia had accused Gap of deliberately copying its apparel designs and logos, saying they confused customers.

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Cisco Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

When it comes to tech learning, Cisco Live is the event the #CiscoCert community looks forward to every year.

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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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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

Sales in North America were “more promotional than planned” according to CEO Martin Waters.

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365 Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

In a significant move to rejuvenate the UK’s high street, WHSmith and Toys”R”Us have announced a new retail collaboration. WHP Global, the owner of Toys”R”Us, confirmed the plans today. This partnership will see the beloved children’s toy brand return to the UK high street through the establishment of Toys”R”Us shop-in-shops in nine WHSmith High Street stores across the country, including in locations such as York, Oxford, Reading, and Cheltenham.

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Retail Dive

JUNE 2, 2023

The Swiftland Multi-terrain uses recycled and bio-based materials as the retailer continues to expand its running assortment.

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365 Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

Technology giant Apple has announced that it will open a new store in London’s Battersea Power Station on June 15. The news broke earlier today when the opening date was unveiled on the store’s barricade. The new store is situated in a location synonymous with London’s history and iconic architecture. This launch is expected to mark a significant milestone in Apple’s expansion in the UK.

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A1 Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

The campaign celebrates the bonds and connections made by those in the LGBTQI+ community and beyond A new clothing and accessory collection launched as part of the campaign featuring a new six-piece gender-neutral base wear range £150,000 donation made to long-term charity partner, ILGA World In recognition of Pride season, Primark is this year celebrating the found family, or the connections based on mutual love, support and understanding that many in the LGBTQI+ community find, with a new camp

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Shopping Center

JUNE 2, 2023

Austin, Texas — Foxtrot has announced that it will open a 6,000-square-foot store and café in Austin, marking the largest location for the brand and the second in the city. Scheduled… The post Foxtrot to Open 6,000-Square-Foot Store and Café in Austin, Texas appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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A1 Retail

JUNE 2, 2023

Specialist, independent and artisan food producers are being offered a high street presence in one of the UK’s biggest cities with the launch of a new social enterprise venture. Foodies will provide retail space for up to 60 independent producers of high quality, specialist, and artisan foods in Glasgow’s Buchanan Galleries, later this month. If it is successful, there are plans by the Scottish Design Exchange, which is behind the new brand, to launch similar stores in other cities.

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Shopping Center

JUNE 2, 2023

Houston — Locally based brokerage firm Cypressbrook Co. has arranged the sale of Richmond Design Center, a 25,441-square-foot shopping center in Houston. According to LoopNet Inc., the property was built on… The post Cypressbrook Arranges Sale of 25,441-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Houston appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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