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3 Steps Retailers Can Take To Prep For Multi-State Sales Taxes

Now that South Dakota v. Wayfair has paved the way for states to collect taxes from online retailers even if they lack a local presence, companies need to be prepared…

News June 28

Data Is The Bedrock, But It Needs A Purpose: Thoughts From Salesforce Connections

By Glenn Taylor, Senior Editor Two weeks ago when I attended Salesforce Connections in Chicago, one major theme captured my attention: it is vital to track, analyze and understand shopper…

Executive Viewpoints June 28

Amazon Buys PillPack, Entering Pharmaceutical Space

Amazon has entered into a definitive agreement to acquire PillPack, an online pharmacy startup, for an undisclosed amount. The deal is the latest in a series of moves by major…

News June 28

Olivela Opens First Pop-Up Shop In Nantucket

Olivela, a philanthropic e-Commerce luxury fashion platform, will launch its first brick-and-mortar store this summer in Nantucket, Mass. The pop-up concept store, set to open from June to October, will…

News June 28
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For Retailers Battling With E-Commerce Goliaths: Human-Empowering Tech Is A Slingshot

Another day, another industry disrupted by the e-Commerce giants. One thumb-scroll down we read the closure of yet another retailer — most recently seen with the news of Toys ‘R’…

Executive Viewpoints June 28

Symphony RetailAI Debuts Promotion Planning Platform

Symphony RetailAI has launched SR Promotion PlanningAI, a platform designed to give category managers the prescriptive recommendations they need to accurately forecast and plan promotional events, measure effectiveness and adjust…

News June 28

Amazon Consolidates Retail, Marketplace Operations Under One Team

Amazon is merging its retail and Marketplace teams behind the scenes, according to a company statement reported on by Business Insider. The retailer has “been working for some time on…

News June 27

Venmo Debit Card Expands App’s Reach To Brick-And-Mortar Retail

Peer-to-peer payment service Venmo has launched a Mastercard debit card, allowing users to pay for items in retail stores without having to transfer funds to their bank accounts. The card rollout…

News June 27

Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf Opening 100 NYC Stores, Ramping Up Competition With Starbucks

The Coffee Bean & Tea Leaf is returning to New York City through its new franchisee, Hudson River Coffee & Tea. The franchise will open its first location in Manhattan…

News June 27
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