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Driving Sales and Brand Loyalty With Compelling PDPs

Online shoppers rely on product content to make their purchase decisions. In fact, 70 percent abandon their carts due to low-quality product content or a lack of content entirely. The key to decreasing abandonment rates and closing sales? Compelling product detail pages (PDPs). A PDP houses all product content on an e-commerce site and gives […]
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7 festive packaging ideas to drive up the holiday sales

Have you come up with creative holiday packaging ideas? Holiday packaging is essential to bring a festive mood to the customers.  The sole purpose of a package is to protect the shipment of the product from being damaged while in transit. But, a package can also be used as a marketing tool. Find out how. […]
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Citing Rise of Generative AI, Snap Nixes ARES White-Label AR Offering

Just six months after it launched, Snap Inc. is closing its AR Enterprise Services (ARES) division, with CEO Evan Spiegel citing the company’s poor business performance and the rise of generative AI as factors contributing to the about-face. The closure will result in the elimination of 170 jobs.    “After exploring our options over the […]
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Citing Rise of Generative AI, Snap Nixes ARES White-Label AR Offering

Just six months after it launched, Snap Inc. is closing its AR Enterprise Services (ARES) division, with CEO Evan Spiegel citing the company’s poor business performance and the rise of generative AI as factors contributing to the about-face. The closure will result in the elimination of 170 jobs.    “After exploring our options over the […]
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Unique Holiday Marketing Ideas for Ecommerce brands with Examples

Ho Ho Ho! The holiday season is upon us and it’s time for brands to wipe the dust off the box, get in it and think outside of that box to bring in some quality holiday traffic. Holiday marketing could be very different from marketing throughout the year. Brands need to get all in with their […]
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How to increase mobile conversion rate: 7 proven tips

You can define the mobile conversion rate as the number of visitors who visit the website on their mobile devices and the number of visitors who convert during these sessions.. So, it can be calculated with the below formula. A mobile conversion rate is a very important factor since most of the customers now browse […]
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Embracing The Retail Renaissance: Strategies For Independent Retailers

In this era of the “Retail Renaissance,” independent retailers are in a prime position to carve their niche in the market through innovative marketing ideas and concepts. The fusion of digital technology, experiential engagement, and personalized narratives empowers these retailers to thrive. Research shows that 75% of businesses increased their credibility and trust by harnessing […]
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Meta Debuts Suite of New AI Tools Including Chatbots, Celeb Voices and Image Editing

Meta debuted a series of new AI-powered tools for its social platforms, including Facebook, Instagram, Messenger and WhatsApp, at its annual developers conference Meta Connect on Sept. 27. And while Meta hasn’t completely abandoned its namesake, the metaverse — reveals at the event also included the new Quest 3 VR headset and upgrades to its […]
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La-Z-Boy works with 3D Cloud by Marxent as it taps web-based augmented technology

Furniture retailer La-Z-Boy reports that 3D product configuration and WebAR OnDemand technology is now available on its website. Powered by 3D Cloud by Marxent, the initiative is part of La-Z-Boy’s Century Vision strategic plan. The company is investing in a range of new shopping and brand experiences for both digital platforms and bricks and mortar […]
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  1. Retail Operations

Reboot, Rethink How Digital Experiences Get Created Online

For several years now, retailers have been deploying creative digital marketing tactics and transforming how consumers engage with them online. But what if they’ve been doing it all backward? A recent digital experience benchmark report found 85 percent of consumers are unhappy with their online shopping experience, so there’s room for improvement. Companies looking to […]
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3 ways auto brands can resonate with consumers in challenging times

The automotive industry is in a state of flux, challenged by both internal and external factors. As a result, brands and retailers have been met with unprecedented challenges when looking to reach, and convince, consumers to purchase a vehicle in the short term. Furthermore, those still in the market for a vehicle may be met […]
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Your Views:  Loyalty Ignored

I went off yesterday – twice – about Amazon’s decision to convert Prime Video to an advertising-supported platform;  you’ll only be able to watch commercial-free if you pay an extra $36 a year (which makes it a de facto Prime membership fee increase).  I think this represents a lack of loyalty on Amazon’s part to […]
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How to Win in Retail: Less Science, More Art

By Doug Stephens Over the last 20 years, technology has transformed retail. Mobile phones have become essential conduits for communication, entertainment and commerce. Technologies like augmented reality, once a novelty, have become commonplace digital merchandising and selling tools. E-commerce, which in 2003 amounted to a rounding error on most retailers’ profit and loss statements, has […]
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Diesel partners with DressX on collection for Meta Avatars

​[[“value”:” Dive Brief The digital wearables are available through the Instagram, Facebook, Messenger and Quest VR online stores. Published Sept. 21, 2023 Two Meta avatars wearing the DressX and Diesel collection. The brand’s contemporary streetwear looks are available as digital clothing for avatars. Courtesy of DressX, Diesel “]] 
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Bridging Online and Offline Retail in the ‘Phygital’ Era Via Mobile Phones

Physical and digital retail have largely remained separate, with purchases made either offline or online. But consumer behaviors are changing; we scan QR codes in physical stores to make payments or learn more about a certain product; we use mobile apps to redeem offline discounts on our frequent purchases. And now, brands are increasingly embracing […]
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Navigating the Future: How Composable Architectures Are Powering the Next Generation of Retail

In today’s rapidly evolving retail landscape, adaptability is key. Retailers must stay ahead of changing market dynamics and shifting consumer behaviors to remain competitive. To achieve this, they require robust and flexible retail systems that can seamlessly adapt and scale. This is where composable architectures come into play, offering a transformative solution that empowers the […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

AR examples in e-commerce: A whole new shopping experience

Augmented reality is transforming online shopping. Find out how brands are using AR technologies to deliver innovative e-commerce experiences. The e-commerce world is changing fast. As we welcome new technologies to the online retail sector, it’s becoming easier than ever to recreate the experiences consumers traditionally have in a physical store. From powering virtual try-ons […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

At Bojangles Tailgating is a Branded Invitation

  What could be more relevant, timely, or customer focused in the fall than a branded tailgating opportunity for a fresh fast quality hand held restaurant than tailgating mix and match bundled meal?  Steven Johnson Grocerant Guru® at Tacoma, WA based Foodservice Solutions® thinks that Bojangles revamped Bojangles app are a prefect fit for fall.  […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Retail’s Future is Phygital

The retail landscape has dramatically changed over the last few years, and one emerging trend appears to be here to stay. Phygital retail experiences, in which physical elements and technology coexist, offer opportunities to bring customers closer to your brand. Consumers expect a seamless interaction with a brand when and where they want it. Retailers […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

How brands can tap into the increasing popularity of competitive socialising

What is competitive socialising? Competitive socialising brings together a range of traditional activities such as tenpin bowling, crazy golf and darts, along with novel and innovative offerings such as racing car simulators and social cricket, into an immersive and contemporary environment. Many operators are taking advantage of large vacant retail spaces, and are also increasingly […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

Retail technology trends in 2023

With new technologies emerging by the day, the retail industry is continually evolving and businesses need to keep tabs on the latest trends. In 2020 alone, over $40.2 billion in investment and funds were put into retail tech deals across various industries. As such, businesses in 2023 must stay on top of the current technological […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

How Physical Retailers Can Stay Ahead of the AI Curve

Any retail expert worth their salt knows that personalization is the one true key to profitability. This is only becoming more important as the market grows saturated and customer expectations keep getting more demanding. But how will artificial intelligence technology change the ever-evolving retail landscape? Personalization is all about providing engaging customer experiences, which is […]
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  1. Shopper & Customer

Your Views:  (Past) Time

Regarding my story about the power of subscriptions and auto-replenishment, MNB fave Glen Terbeek wrote: Subscription works great for each shopper’s “staple” items (items they use all of the time).  And of course the manufacturers love it. I would guess that Amazon doesn’t buy and resell these items, they just get a fee for providing […]
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  1. Channel: Restaurants

Can Starbucks Get Out of Its Own Way

  There comes a time in the lifespan of every restaurant company that they seem to lose focus on the customer or their employees.  At Starbucks they are trying to regain some of that focus by brand messaging Kindness in a consumer-focused interactive participatory way, edified with technology that both Gen Z and Millennials which […]
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  1. Data & Insights

Adapting To Changing Consumer Behavior: Strategies For Indie Retailers

I decided to switch to reusable bags instead of plastic ones, and I’m tote-ally okay with it. Well, that isn’t just a fun wordplay; it’s a statement that perfectly captures how the winds of change are sweeping across the marketplace. The retail landscape is undergoing a monumental shift, and the numbers prove it. According to […]
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  1. Media & Marketing

Product Marketing 2.0: Embracing Digital Strategies for Maximum Impact

In today’s fast-paced digital world, the landscape of product launches has transformed significantly. The traditional approaches that once dominated the market have evolved into a new era known as “Product Marketing 2.0.” This innovative approach emphasizes the power of digital strategies in creating maximum impact for new products. In this blog, we will explore how […]
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  1. Technology & Innovation

3 Technologies That Are Transforming the Ecommerce Experience

Flat. Boring. Uninspiring. These are words often used to describe ecommerce sites, despite the rapid evolution of digital technology.   “There’s nothing special about ecommerce,” said Matt Maher, Founder of M7 Innovations in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. “As people go back to stores, they get to flex that shopping muscle again, but most of ecommerce […]
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