Fri.Jun 30, 2023

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The Vital Role of Payment Card Industry (PCI) Compliance for Retail Businesses

One Step Retail

Safeguarding Your Operations and Reputation Ensuring compliance with industry standards and regulations is paramount for retail business owners. Compliance protects you from legal repercussions, safeguards your operations, and upholds your reputation.

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Becoming a Part of Our Customers’ Relationships

Retail TouchPoints

We are a company all about relationships because that’s what our customers are celebrating when they buy from us — all the relationships in their lives. We celebrate relationships throughout the year — birthdays, anniversaries, new babies, graduations, weddings, bar mitzvahs — and that also might include marking National Siblings Day, Mother’s Day, Best Friend’s Day, Parents Day, Cousins Day and Father’s Day.

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Thankyou opens its first retail space, at Melbourne’s Emporium

Inside Retail

Lifestyle brand Thankyou has opened a 12-week pop-up called Inside Store in Melbourne’s CBD to increase consumer awareness of its newly relaunched product lines. The pop-up store is located at Emporium Melbourne and will be open until September 24. Thankyou’s new home cleaning and personal care products range – Thankyou Reimagined, which the brand says will become its hero items – will feature at the Inside Store.

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Lacoste Evolves NFTs into Community-Focused Loyalty Program

Retail TouchPoints

French fashion brand Lacoste is expanding the utility of its UNDW3 NFT collection, first released in June 2022, to include a Web3-based loyalty program that will allow members to earn rewards and co-create, multiple sources report. Owners of one of the company’s 11,212 “Genesis Pass” UNDW3 (pronounced “underwater”) NFTs can now convert those digital tokens into an UNDW3 Card, and connect their wallets to a new dedicated site where they will gain access to “creative sessions, contests, vid

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A Roadmap For Modernization: How To Break Free From Your Monolith Before July 31, 2026

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.

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Dior to open its first boutique in Perth

Inside Retail

Dior will open its first store in Perth late next year, at 277 Murray Street in Wesley Quarter. The 850sqm store spans two levels and aims to offer customers an “immersive” Dior experience. “The demand for luxury products continues, and the Perth CBD will see the biggest change in its retailing landscape in the last 30 years,” said Lease Equity MD Jim Tsagalis.

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Fenty Beauty Launches Product-Creation Activation in Roblox

Retail TouchPoints

Fenty Beauty ’s new Roblox activation will feature interactive scavenger hunts, mazes and other opportunities to learn about the inspirations for, and ingredients from, some of the company’s products. The event, called The Fenty Beauty + Skin Experience , launched on June 30 and will run through July 30, 2023. The metaverse experience will reportedly teach shoppers about popular products, including Fenty Skin Melt Awf Jelly Oil Makeup-Melting Cleanser, Fenty Eau de Parfum and Fenty Beauty Gloss

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How ThriftBooks Flipped the Script on Book Resale by Focusing on Community Instead of Price

Retail TouchPoints

Back in the ’90s, when Jeff Bezos was looking for a way into the wide world of the web, he analyzed over 20 different categories to decide which would be the “first best” place to start. He settled on books for the simple reason that “there are more items in the book category than there are items in any other category by far,” as he explained in a 1997 interview (way back when he still had hair).

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Baby products brand wins intellectual property rights to Buybuy Baby

Retail Wire

Dream on Me Industries, which sells baby cribs, strollers and other products to retailers including Amazon.com, Target, and Walmart, has won the rights to Buybuy Baby’s trademark and domain at auction. Dream on Me’s winning bid is temporary and could still be topped at an upcoming auction that includes Buybuy Baby’s physical assets.

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Update: Alibaba’s Freshippo Plans to Open Additional Stores as it Preps for IPO

Retail TouchPoints

Alibaba has opened 12 new Freshippo supermarkets in eight Chinese cities, including Beijing, Shanghai and Guangzhou. Earlier in June, Freshippo executives met with Australian brand leaders about importing produce to China in preparation for the retailer’s IPO , although no date has been set for the public offering. Freshippo combines physical and digital commerce in its 300+ stores throughout the country.

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FTC planning to sue Amazon over marketplace practices

Retail Wire

The U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC)is expected to file a lawsuit in the coming weeks alleging that Amazon.com rewards third-party marketplace sellers that use its logistics services and penalizes those that do not. The FTC last week accused Amazon of duping millions of consumers into joining its Prime subscription program.

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Humans + Agents = Rethinking Enterprise Commerce with AI

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

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Eroding profit overshadows strong Nike sales performance

Inside Retail

Nike’s top-line strong sales growth is being overshadowed by continued weakness on the bottom line, where profit has been sharply eroded and came in a fraction below expectations. The sports retailer has reported full-year revenue of $51.2 billion, up 10 per cent compared to the prior year, and up 16 per cent on a currency-neutral basis. Unfortunately, Nike is facing the headwind of slower demand for sneakers and apparel which is pushing down wholesale orders, driving up inventory, and necessita

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M&S trials discounted prices for Sparks members

Retail Gazette

// M&S is testing Sparks Prices across 50 stores in South Wales, the North East and West Midlands // Shoppers can save up to £2 on select ‘Dine In’ meals and certain bottles of Prosecco M&S has become the latest grocer to introduce exclusive pricing for members of its loyalty scheme. The retailer is testing Sparks Prices across 50 stores in South Wales, the North East and West Midlands, IGD reported.

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How Old Town White Coffee aims to stand out in SEA’s crowded coffee scene

Inside Retail

Old Town White Coffee, a popular Malaysian cafe chain, has finally entered the Philippines with its first branch in SM Grand Central Caloocan. Synonymous with traditional Malaysian culture, the brand is looking to cut through the crowded food and beverage market in Southeast Asia to reach a younger audience with its high-quality coffee blends, signature brewing techniques and Malaysian cuisine, including Nasi Lemak, Curry Laksa and Kaya toast.

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André Fu designs colourful Casetify shop in Japan informed by shoji lanterns

Dezeen

Hong Kong-based architect and interior designer André Fu has completed the first global flagship store for electronic accessory brand Casetify in Osaka , combining traditional Japanese shoji paper lanterns with bright colours. The store, which marks the first retail project by Fu in Japan, was informed by the urban landscape of the Shinsaibashi neighbourhood in Osaka where the store is located.

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5 Tips for a Winning Category Management Strategy in 2025

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.

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Nike breaks $50B in revenue as it warms back up to wholesale

Retail Dive

CEO John Donahoe said recent shifts back into DSW and Macy’s were “simply an extension” of the retailer’s existing strategy.

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Consumer spending slowed in May

Retail Wire

Consumer spending increased 0.1 percent in May, according to the Commerce Department. Spending was flat when adjusted for inflation.

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BuyBuy Baby gets a bid from one of its vendors

Retail Dive

Dream on Me, which runs a direct-to-consumer business and sells baby gear through the Bed Bath & Beyond-owned retailer, is a stalking horse bidder, according to bankruptcy court documents.

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In pictures: Burberry honours heritage in New Bond Street flagship redesign

Retail Gazette

Burberry has reopened the doors to its flagship on New Bond Street, which closed earlier this year for renovation works. The luxury fashion house has updated the 22,000 sq ft retail unit to showcase a new, fresh and dynamic interior that features subtle references to the brand’s heritage. The store carries the brand’s womenswear, menswear, eyewear, shoes, and accessories lines, with a stronger focus on leather goods, and a new VIP area.

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Cut Costs & Complexity: Smarter Fulfillment for Home, Furniture & DIY Brands

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.

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Too Faced, Smashbox undergo layoffs

Retail Dive

The makeup brands — which are both owned by Estée Lauder — will lay off select employees in California effective Aug. 15.

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Seasalt hires former Specsavers tech exec to newly created CIO role

Retail Gazette

Seasalt has appointed Mel Wilcox into its newly created role of chief information officer and Duncan Tennent as its director of strategic partnerships. Wilcox, who previously served as global portfolio director at Specsavers, will be responsible for “shaping the future of IT services” for the company and its customers. Ex-Monsoon Accessorize head of international Tennent will lead the UK and international 3rd party B2B and B2C sales efforts and commercial operations.

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Retailers brace for hit to discretionary spending, holiday sales as Supreme Court nixes student loan forgiveness

Retail Dive

Apparel, home goods and electronics will likely be impacted the most as households pull back further in order to pay down debt.

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Transgender woman at the center of Bud Light controversy criticizes brewer

Retail Wire

Dylan Mulvaney, the transgender woman whose participation in a Bud Light marketing campaign set off protests from anti-LGBTQ groups, said she has been harassed in public and felt scared to leave her home. She has taken issue with Anheuser-Busch’s response in the wake of the initial negativity.

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What Your Financial Statements Are Telling You—And How to Listen!

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.

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QVC, HSN launch on Amazon Freevee

Retail Dive

The expansion of parent company Qurate’s video commerce channels comes after a round of layoffs and the sale of e-retailer Zulily.

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Americans celebrate July 4th with lower gas prices

Retail Wire

The national average for a gallon of gas is $3.52, down six cents from the previous week. Patrick De Haan, GasBuddy’s head of petroleum analysis, thinks the national average may drop to $3.49 by July 4.

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Shein denies report of filed IPO

Retail Dive

Reuters reported that the fast-fashion giant had quietly registered to become publicly traded on the New York Stock Exchange.

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Tech Learning Takes a Turn for the Faster: Introducing The U.

Cisco Retail

Welcome to The U. , a new expert-led technical video series from the masterminds behind Cisco U. , our new digital tech learning experience.

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State of AI in Sales & Marketing 2025

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.

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What is Affiliate Marketing? Everything You Need to Know in 2023

Small Biz Trends

Affiliate marketing is a great way to supplement your income if you own a website, write a blog, or are a social media influencer. Affiliate marketers drive traffic to a company’s website and then earn a commission on any sales generated. By simply inserting tracked affiliate links into the text of your blog or website, you can literally earn money with little effort.

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Revolutionizing SSE: AI powered Access and Security Integration

Cisco Retail

As businesses move further into their digital transformation journey, the complexities of cloud security will continue to evolve.

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Expanding its store footprint, On opens store in Brooklyn’s Williamsburg neighborhood

Retail Dive

The New York store marks the DTC running brand’s fourth store in the U.S. and 23rd store globally.

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STRIVE Arranges Sale of 29,962-Square-Foot Retail Center in Metro Dallas

Shopping Center

Irving, Texas — STRIVE has arranged the sale of Irvingate Center, a 29,962-square-foot retail center located in Irving, roughly 14 miles outside Dallas. The property was 86 percent leased at the… The post STRIVE Arranges Sale of 29,962-Square-Foot Retail Center in Metro Dallas appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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SEO vs. PPC: Which Strategy Is Best for Your Business?

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.