Shoptalk held its first ever Fall conference in Chicago this past week and our very own Justin Racine, Principal of Unified Commerce, was present to take it all in. This year’s theme was 007, so Justin was on a reconnaissance mission to gain as much information on retail and commerce trends as possible. Here’s a […]
Posts Tagged ‘Retail’
Energy Organizations Seek Cross-Industry Solutions to Stay Competitive
Broad changes are underway in energy and utilities organizations, many influenced by trends from other sectors. These shifts are pushing companies in utilities and oil and gas to rethink their approaches, creating new cross-industry dependencies and consumer interactions. Working to Accommodate Changing Consumer Behaviors Energy companies are responding to evolving consumer behavior. In utilities, […]
The Age of AI: Retail Media and the Influencer Revolution
Explore the convergence of retail media networks, influencer marketing, and AI in revolutionizing retail strategies. Learn how these technologies drive personalized campaigns, boost ROI, and shape the future of retail marketing. Discover challenges and opportunities in this evolving landscape.
The Age of AI: Personalizing Customer Experiences in Retail
Discover how Social Listening and AI-driven personalization can revolutionize your customer experience strategy. Learn why 70% of customers are more loyal to brands offering personalized interactions, and how to leverage social media insights to boost conversion rates by 23%. Explore the power of Journey Science in understanding customer needs, driving product innovation, and creating tailored experiences that set your brand apart in the competitive retail and CPG landscape
Drop Ship Business Challenges and Solutions By Technology
What is drop ship? Drop shipping is a one-of-its-kind retail business model where a seller accepts customer orders without keeping inventory on hand. Instead, the seller forwards the order and payment details to a supplier, who then ships the product directly to the customer. This model is popular because it allows retailer to avoid investing in warehouse space, […]
[Podcast] What If Intuition Built Your Website? An Interview With Neelima Sharma
In this episode of “What If? So What?” Jim talks with Neelima Sharma, SVP of ecommerce, digital, and technology at Lowe’s about the challenges and successes of transforming the retail industry through digital innovation. Neelima highlights the importance of teamwork, trust, and a customer-centric approach in driving the company’s growth and also emphasizes the significance […]
NRF Recap: How Brands Can Create Great Experiences
Justin Racine, Principal of Unified Commerce recently attended the National Retail Federation’s (NRF) Big Show in New York City. Every year, NRF brings industry leaders and innovators together to dive into the latest trends and technologies shaping the future of retail. This year the show brought together more than 40,000 people and showcased insights from […]
The Smart Bs to Increase Sales
For several years now, especially since the Covid-19 pandemic, online sales have exploded worldwide. Today, anyone, anywhere, can buy anything. Online shopping has crushed the old rules of shopping and increased sales. The internet has revolutionized the act of searching for information. E–commerce sales boost the economy by increasing productivity, encouraging innovation, and driving better […]
Top Industry Trends Ranked by Retail Leaders and Experts
Creating unified customer experiences across all touchpoints and channels is a common goal among retailers, and organizations often talk about being customer-centric and driving towards a personalized, consistent experience. Despite these priorities, many can’t deliver. At our Retail Innovation Conference and Expo workshop “What Should I Do Now Vs. Next: How to Prioritize Your Unified […]
Adobe’s NextGen eCommerce Event Series: Empowering High-Converting Shopping Experiences
Introduction Adobe recently hosted its highly anticipated NextGen eCommerce Event Series in Dallas, showcasing cutting-edge innovations in digital experience for customers. Bringing together Adobe Commerce and Adobe Experience Manager, the event focused on helping organizations build unified strategies that create high-converting shopping experiences. Attendees had the opportunity to explore topics such as fast website performance, […]
Why Understanding Your Customer is the Key to Business Success
I like to shop, and I think I am really good at it. I have the ability to make wise and efficient purchasing decisions when shopping. This may include having a keen eye for identifying high-quality items, knowing how to find the best deals and bargains, calculating my cost per use, and being able to […]
With Unified Commerce, Customers Are No Longer Just Numbers at Home Depot
Not long ago, requesting reviews for online purchases was one of your only options for getting feedback on products and services. Products purchased in-store were often reduced to an item on a receipt, and the only review a retailer received was if the customer needed to return the item. Now, big box stores like Home […]