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Walmart Dives Into Hot Resale Market With ThredUP Partnership

Walmart continues its mission to elevate its reputation in fashion with its new ThredUP partnership, which gives e-Commerce shoppers access to secondhand merchandise across the full spectrum of prestige —…

News May 27

Tuesday Morning Declares Bankruptcy, Plans To Close 230 Stores

Off-price retailer Tuesday Morning has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection and will close approximately 230 of its 687 stores. The closures aren’t expected to begin until summer, and the…

News May 27

Podcast: With IoT, New CX Opportunities Abound

Most IoT use cases have revolved around improving efficiencies, reducing energy consumption and tracking inventory throughout the store. But there’s a massive opportunity for retailers to practice innovation with IoT to improve customer experiences.  “[Customers] want short,…

Executive Viewpoints May 27

Apple Accelerates Reopening Process With Emphasis On Curbside Offerings

Apple will reopen approximately 100 stores this week, bringing its total number of reopenings to about 130. The retailer began the process in early May by opening several stores, and…

News May 27

As COVID-19 Shifts Consumer Demand, Inventory Management Must Go Granular

Although many parts of the country are emerging from COVID-19 shutdowns, government and health officials anticipate that localized outbreaks could continue to impact retail operations in specific geographic locations going…

Features May 27

Expanding Retail Globally While Adhering to Data Regulations: A Make Or Break For Brands

As more time passes, it’s become evidently clear that the COVID-19 pandemic has affected every industry. Most notably, it’s caused retail companies to change every aspect of business — from…

Executive Viewpoints May 27

Standard Cognition Acquires AI-Focused Frictionless Checkout Provider

Standard Cognition, an autonomous checkout solution provider, has acquired Italy-based Checkout Technologies, a developer of frictionless checkout technology that utilizes AI technology. The deal will increase the size of Standard…

News May 26

BigCommerce And Happy Returns Partner To Improve Returns CX

BigCommerce has integrated its e-Commerce platform with the Happy Returns suite of returns software and reverse logistics infrastructure. Through Happy Returns’ Online Return and Exchange Service (ORES), BigCommerce merchants can offer…

News May 26

Silence Is Not An Option: 3 Ways Brands Can Connect With Consumers Amid Social Distancing

As we continue social distancing, people are looking to social media to stay connected. Usage has increased for most social platforms, which provide everything from news and entertainment to video…

Executive Viewpoints May 26
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