Retail Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
How you mix and match elements of the checkout experience can have a significant impact, and there’s a lot of opportunity to grow for retailers that have not optimized it.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
Aldi Australia says it continues to explore opportunities to offer online shopping, however, it has downplayed media reports of an imminent move and says comments made by one of its executives were “slightly misconstrued”. News.com reported today that Aldi “will begin offering online shopping to remain competitive with Coles and Woolworths in Australia” citing comments by Aldi’s director of customer interactions, Adrian Christie, speaking at a parliamentary inquiry into promoti
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Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 28, 2023
Instacart has moved another step closer to an IPO, filing an S-1 form with the Securities and Exchange Commission (SEC) but not providing information on how many shares the company plans to sell or at what price. Instacart had confidentially filed for an IPO in May 2022 but had not pursued it further until now. Additionally, marketing automation solution provider Klaviyo has filed an S-1 form for its IPO, also without specifying the number of shares it will offer or the stock’s price range.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
Trans-Tasman fast-food operator Restaurant Brands New Zealand’s performance continued to be impacted by rising inflationary environment during the six months ended June 30. The group cited input cost increases in the New Zealand business – exceeding expectations – and lower than predicted sales growth in California and Hawaii, and higher interest rates.
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
AUGUST 28, 2023
Nordstrom ’s net sales decreased 8.3% year over year in Q2 2023, which ended on July 29. The company pointed to the wind-down of Canadian operations and the shift in timing for its Anniversary Sale as two of the key reasons why the YOY revenue fall was so significant. Q2 2023 results included no sales from Canadian operations, compared with a full quarter of sales from Canadian operations in Q2 2022.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
Bunnings has long maintained its reputation as one of Australia’s leading retailers. However, a softer second half to the financial year – as well as moves into new categories – indicate potential challenges for retailers in the home improvement and hardware space in the year ahead. The Wesfarmers-owned brand saw revenue increase by 4.4 per cent to $18.5 billion to finish the financial year.
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Wiser
AUGUST 28, 2023
A well-curated retail assortment bridges the gap between customer preferences and demand for the products offered, ensuring that each item in your inventory adds value to the customer and your business. Moreover, an effective assortment strategy allows retailers to stand out in the fiercely competitive retail landscape, providing a unique and memorable shopping experience.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 28, 2023
Rite Aid is reportedly preparing for a Chapter 11 bankruptcy filing that could take place within weeks, according to the Wall Street Journal. Quoting people familiar with the situation, the Journal reported that the move would help address the numerous lawsuits related to the retailer’s alleged role in the sale of opioids. Rite Aid provided no comment.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
A new partnership between gourmet food purveyor Melvados and healthy food startup Nutriient is targeting the niche market for low glycemic index (GI) snacks amidst a worrying increase in diabetes in Singapore. The latest statistics from Diabetes Singapore estimate that 1 million citizens could be affected by this disease by 2050. In this vein, Melvados and Nutriient recently introduced Singapore’s first-ever low glycemic index (GI) brownie and low sugar chocolate chip cookie, with plans to offer
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 28, 2023
Impulse purchases are an important part of a consumer brand’s revenue growth management (RGM) strategy. A brand’s impulse strategy works in step with retailers to understand where to place a product in-store to trigger more “can’t help myself” purchases, as well as develop exciting displays that reel in shoppers. Think of placing rows of gum at checkout and in-aisle candy shipper displays with mouth-watering graphics.
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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
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
Cashback programs are more effective than reward points in shaping certain shopping behaviours, according to new research conducted by cashback platform Cashrewards in partnership with Inside Retail. Figures from the study show that more than three in five consumers feel that cashbacks are more persuasive than rewards points in encouraging them to spend, from making impulse purchases to trying out new products and opting for higher-quality items.
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 28, 2023
PacSun is expanding its partnership with Manhattan Associates to further its unified commerce vision. The specialty retailer for Gen Z has selected Manhattan Active Point of Sale to enhance its omnichannel sales strategy and deliver seamless shopping experiences across all channels. The retailer already uses Manhattan Active Omni Order Management, including store inventory and fulfillment capabilities.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
Delivering a solid direct-to-consumer offer has become an increasingly important part of modern retail. Prior to the Covid-19 pandemic, fewer brands were focusing on their own e-commerce operations. But the system shock delivered by the shuttering of physical retail drove many to rethink their online presence. Today, most brands feature an online store, and are able to talk directly to their customers.
Retail Gazette
AUGUST 28, 2023
Kmart is looking to expand into the UK as it looks to capitalise on the booming value retail market. The Australian discount retailer has been in talks with major supermarkets in recent months over deals to replace the retailers’ existing homeware, toy or pet lines with its own Anko-branded versions. The chain, owned by former Homebase owner Wesfarmers , is exploring partnerships which would see it manage the non-grocery business of supermarkets through its Anko Global division.
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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.
RIS News
AUGUST 28, 2023
Nordstrom announced plans to build on their supply chain optimization initiatives, including boosting radio-frequency identification (RFID) initiatives while continuing to enhance inventory productivity and returns processing.
Retail Gazette
AUGUST 28, 2023
The union representing Wilko workers has requested an urgent meeting with the business secretary after being informed by bidders of “difficulties” in engaging with administrators. GMB national secretary Andy Prendergast wrote to Kemi Badenoch on Monday asking her to ensure that PwC was considering all the offers it had received for the ailing retailer that has left 12,500 jobs in limbo.
Mike Anthony
AUGUST 28, 2023
What do you typically expect from a training workshop? Better skills? That would be a start, for sure. But what if you could run a workshop that did much more than that? What if the training workshop built skills? And drove massive additional sales revenue? And profit? What if the workshop delivered a huge return on investment? What if it changed how different teams worked together, delivering a measurable change in cross-functional collaboration levels?
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Gap, the retail company, has reported declining sales across all of its brands for another quarter and issued a disappointing guidance for the current quarter. The company, which is projecting a net sales decrease in the low double-digit range for the fiscal third quarter, is struggling with an “uncertain consumer” and challenging economic conditions.
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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 Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
A filing could help the retailer restructure $3.3 billion in debt and address a slew of lawsuits alleging it unlawfully filled opioid prescriptions.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Lockheed Martin, the American aerospace and arms company, has surprised many as it appears to have its logo featured on a streetwear collection being sold online in South Korea. The collection, including shirts, hoodies, and jackets, is sold by South Korean company Doojin Yanghang Co. The move has sparked a mix of shock, disbelief, and.
Retail Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
Further declines in Q2 greeted former Mattel executive Richard Dickson as he took the helm at the apparel conglomerate.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Sandwich chain Subway, which has been family-owned for nearly 60 years, is being sold to private-equity company Roark Capital, known for owning brands like Arby’s, Dunkin’, Buffalo Wild Wings, and Jimmy John’s.
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Retail Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
Get insights into seasonal Holiday trends plus current shopper sentiment to build your strategy.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
The rise of “superfakes” is challenging the authenticity of designer goods, with these high-quality knockoffs becoming nearly indistinguishable from the real products. Unlike traditional knockoffs with obvious signs of inauthenticity, superfakes replicate designer items in intricate detail, making them difficult even for experienced experts to spot.
Retail Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
The hair care brand entered Ulta Beauty in May as the company works to expand its reach.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Major retailers like Amazon, Home Depot, and Costco are capitalizing on the tiny home trend by selling DIY kits that enable people to build their own tiny homes, which typically have a footprint of 600 square feet or less. These kits are being offered at various price points, some even under $50,000, though additional costs.
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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 Dive
AUGUST 28, 2023
The hair color and salon company is focused on growth across all distribution channels, CEO Amy Errett told Retail Dive.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Target is maintaining a flexible hybrid work schedule for employees at its headquarters, allowing for a “flex your day” approach where workers can follow a hybrid schedule instead of a fixed office presence. This policy has drawn criticism from local businesses in downtown Minneapolis, Target’s hometown, as they experience reduced foot traffic due to remote.
Cisco Retail
AUGUST 28, 2023
The Black Hat Network Operations Center (NOC) provides a high security, high availability network in one of the most demanding environments in the world – the Black Hat event. The NOC partners are selected by Black Hat, with Arista, Cisco, Corelight, Lumen, NetWitness and Palo Alto Networks delivering from Las Vegas this year. We appreciate Iain Thompson of The Register , for taking time to attend a NOC presentation and tour the operations.
Retail Wire
AUGUST 28, 2023
Several major U.S. department stores, including Macy’s and Nordstrom, are witnessing an increase in credit card delinquencies, which poses a risk to their revenues as consumers scale back discretionary spending before the critical holiday shopping season.
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