Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Walmart and Gap are deepening their relationship with the launch of Gap Home Furniture, a collection of more than 150 items including couches, ottomans, TV stands, headboards and rugs. The products will be priced between $49.88 and $629 and put an emphasis on contemporary styles with nods to Scandinavian, midcentury and modern influences. The collection is designed to complement Walmart’s other exclusive and elevated furniture lines, including the bohemian FLOWER Home and contemporary MoDRN bran

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 29, 2021

With less than 60 days to Christmas Day, Selfridges unveils its Christmas of Dreams theme through iconic window displays and a new campaign. Christmas of Dreams launches across Selfridges stores in London, Birmingham and Manchester, and on selfridges.com , with a digital campaign starring actress Jane Horrocks. Christmas of Dreams invites visitors to make their dream Christmas come true with Selfridges – from finding perfect gifts for loved ones, to imaginative solution-driven services, dazzling

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Myriad studies have pointed to the rise of “conscious consumers” or “values-driven consumers.” But as the market of sustainable, ethical and socially conscious goods continues to expand, brand leaders are realizing they need to find new paths to growth.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Are you looking to take your retail business to the next level? It has been a tough period for those in the retail sector, but the ones that have survived during the pandemic will be feeling bullish and now want to take steps to take their business to the next level. Many businesses in retail have been hit hard by COVID-19, but many have adapted and managed to stay afloat and will now be keen to kick on and recover.

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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

OCTOBER 29, 2021

There was a time when automation in the retail space meant autonomous point-of-sale checkouts, and chatbots were reserved solely for the ecommerce ecosystem. Opportunities were seldom explored across the retail and shopping sphere, primarily due to the lack of a requirement. Before the dot-com boom, shopping was an activity that took place physically at brick-and-mortar stores.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Apple’s revenue during its fiscal fourth quarter was up 29 percent as each of its product lines posted increases. The gains, however, could have been much larger, according to Apple CEO Tim Cook. “We had a very strong performance despite larger than expected supply constraints, which we estimate to be around $6 billion,” he said. “The supply constraints were driven by the industry wide chip shortages that have been talked about a lot, and COVID-related manufacturing disruptions in Southeas

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Amazon.com’s ability to make next-day deliveries is being hampered in some parts of the U.S. due to a lack of warehouse staff and drivers. “We have unfinished business on the one-day-promise side. We were ramping that up nicely in 2019 and in the first quarter of 2020 before the pandemic,” said Amazon CFO Brian Olsavsky. “We’re still not back to levels that we saw pre-pandemic.”.

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Cisco Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In my earlier blog post, ” So, You Can Code… But Can You Write Secure Code? “, we talked about how our partner Secure Code Warrior (SCW) would be an integral part of Cisco DevNet Create yet again, for the second time in a row. In the blog post you can read more about how it went, the winners, and of course what happens next! Devvie Defends: Challenge (Round 1).

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Amazon.com said sales were up 15 percent during the three months ending September and that profits rose about half that during the same period in 2020 due to higher costs. CEO Andy Jassy explained the higher costs as being connected to the pandemic, which has “driven extraordinary investments across our businesses to satisfy customer needs — just one example is that we’ve nearly doubled the size of our fulfillment network since the pandemic began.”.

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Fulfillment 130

Cisco Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The cyclical boom and bust of mining is a familiar rhythm to industry veterans. Leveraging the opportunities that come from this cycle requires mines to be adaptable and demands a clear view of the operational realities. The digital strategies available today provide a viable solution to these requirements. They offer a clear and current view of operational realities with increased agility to make timely adjustments.

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Location Consumer Marketing ATS 137

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.

Customer Experience

Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Dollar Tree has tapped Instacart to make same-day deliveries at its nearly 7,000 namesake and Family Dollar stores across the U.S. “With our focus on best meeting customers’ evolving needs, we are pleased to expand our Instacart partnership to provide even more households across the country with convenience and value on everyday products, as well as the party essentials and seasonal items that Dollar Tree is best known for,” said Michael Witynski, president and CEO of Dollar Tr

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ATS 100

Cisco Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The next ten years could be the most disruptive opportunity the Oil & Gas industry has ever seen. Those who are most adaptable and have a clear understanding of their operational realities will have the strongest foundation to build on. Today’s digital strategies provide the visibility of that foundation. They offer a clear and current view with increased agility to make timely adjustments.

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Location Consumer Marketing ATS 137

Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Employees of Starbucks working at three stores in Buffalo, NY, can hold elections for a union in November, according to a new ruling by the National Labor Relations Board. The stores would be the first of Starbucks’ U.S. locations to be unionized if workers vote to be represented by Starbucks Workers United, which is backed by the Workers United union, representing workers in foodservice and other industries.

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ATS Location 100

Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Nearly everyone in the industry expects their costs to increase for the season and plans to either raise prices or eat it on margin.

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Planning 140

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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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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Petco is opening a new concept store under the banner of the chain’s Reddy private label line of pet products that features apparel, collars, leashes, beds and feeders. The experiential store will offer a “fitting station” for apparel and a “treatery” with whipped cream cups for dogs among its amenities. The store is located in New York’s SoHo neighborhood.

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Apparel Location Shopping 100

Nvidia

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The demand for specialization in AI and robotics is growing more than ever. Roles in these two fields are multiplying across many industries, with titles such as AI specialist and robotics engineer, respectively, placing as the first- and second-fastest emerging jobs in the U.S., according to the most recent Emerging Jobs Report from LinkedIn. With demand high, upskilling in these two fields is vital.

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Retail Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Retailers are setting earlier deadlines for online customers who want to receive their Christmas gifts in time for the holiday. The major delivery services haven’t changed their delivery guidelines since last year but merchants are concerned that any significant increase in orders could hamper their ability as well as parcel partners to deliver on time.

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Talking Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Spanish wine brand Campo Viejo has updated the bottle and label design across its portfolio. The changes are being rolled out across its red, white, rosé and cava varieties and feature a new logo and crest of the Rioja winery, ribbed detailing around the labels and a continuous golden line to replace dotted design and. This story continues at Campo Viejo makes sustainable packaging choices.

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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 Wire

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Fidji Simo, CEO of Instacart, said she is focused on “building a company that will stand the test of time.” She is setting the foundation for that future by providing grocers with an answer to competition from Amazon.com and acquiring tech companies that will alleviate concerns that Instacart may one day itself become a competitor to its grocery partners.

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Grocer 100

Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Growth in wages and household wealth could spur more sales, but a surge in COVID-19 infections could disrupt the projected rise.

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Talking Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Sweets brands have lost out to chocolate in terms of retail listings in the run-up to Halloween celebrations on Sunday. New data from Edge by Ascential reveals that in the week commencing 25 October, the number of skus in the sweets category declined by around 5% with all five featured multiple retailers reducing their ranges. This story continues at Chocolate wins out in build-up to Halloween celebrations.

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ATS 110

Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The e-commerce giant grappled with ballooning costs and falling revenue in the period, reflecting challenges that other retailers also face right now.

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Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

Talking Retail

OCTOBER 29, 2021

KP Snacks is launching a KP Nuts campaign in support of testicular health charity Movember Celebrity drag queen The Vivienne will act as KP’s campaign ambassador, featuring in video content encouraging people to give themselves a health check. Jenny Blanco Barcia, KP marketing manager, said: “KP is the UK’s most well-known and best loved nut. This story continues at KP Snacks appoints drag queen as Movember ambassador.

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VMS

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Amazon (Seattle) sales have reached $332 billion year to date, according to Forbes. Though company profits fell in the third quarter, sales are still up by 15 percent this year. Amazon says they are implementing strategies for “deeper customer loyalty.”. Part of this profit decline comes from Amazon’s recent investments into its fulfillment network, which it has nearly doubled since the start of the pandemic.

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Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

The used clothing site's side gig, "resale-as-a-service" or RaaS, has lined up the likes of Walmart, Madewell, Adidas and others as the market skyrockets.

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Marketing 103

VMS

OCTOBER 29, 2021

In the most recent premarket trading, Starbucks’ (Seattle) shares fell 6 percent, according to CNBC. Starbucks cites faltering sales in China as one of the main reasons for this decline; a recent resurgence of Covid-19 in China has reportedly slowed down sales in the coffee company’s foreign markets. Same-store sales shrank by 70 percent in China this past fiscal quarter.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio

Customer Experience

Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Katia Beauchamp, who will move from CEO to strategic adviser, doesn't see the acquisition as a pivot or a departure, but rather a "natural evolution.

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ATS 102

VMS

OCTOBER 29, 2021

Tommy Hilfiger’s (Amsterdam) Berlin flagship has undergone an expansive renovation and expansion to add a Tommy’s Coffee, and in the near future, a 40-seat cinema. The 476-square-meter space, reimagined by rpa:group (Ashford, U.K.), is located on Kurfurstendamm in Berlin’s city center and reopened at the end of June. In keeping with the brand’s commitment to sustainability, EcoVero viscose, recycled polyester and Lyocell fabrics were specified for the fixtures and fittings.

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Retail Dive

OCTOBER 29, 2021

REI also launched a fund to invest in founders of color, and the iconic, overpriced "Fantasy Gifts" from Neiman Marcus are back.

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Apparel 112

VMS

OCTOBER 29, 2021

It’s that time of year again – time to deck the pages of VMSD with your 2021 holiday windows! VMSD will be showcasing holiday windows and displays from around the world in its annual recap, to be published in the January/February 2022 “Look Book” issue. Don’t forget to submit your information by November 30 by clicking here. Questions? Reach out to VMSD Managing Editor Carly Hagedon at carly.hagedon@smartworkmedia.com.

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Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.

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