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Brand Execs, Don’t Get Distracted by Every Shiny New Tech Toy

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Running an e-commerce business can feel like constantly having to play catchup. Every month, there seems to be a shiny new tech solution that retailers and brands absolutely have to invest in if they want to remain competitive. Whether it’s the latest logistics software or the buzziest artificial intelligence tool, for retail startups and small […]

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