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Musings on Online vs. Offline Retail

The online versus offline debate remains a hot topic in retail. Personally, I spend more online than I used to, but mainly buying stuff I’m familiar with, my friends have…

Executive Viewpoints March 10
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Marks & Spencer ‘Turbocharges’ Online Business with 46 New International Websites

In one fell swoop, British retailer Marks & Spencer has doubled the number of international markets where it has a pureplay online presence with the launch of 46 new flagship…

News March 10
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Bioworld Streamlines Product Development and Production with New PLM Solution

Bioworld, a global manufacturer of pop-culture apparel and accessories, has implemented the Centric Software Product Lifecycle Management (PLM) solution, Centric 8 PLM, to manage development and production of the thousands…

News March 10
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Q4 Roundup: Amazon and Target’s Success Spotlights Fulfillment Prowess, Stores or no Stores

Fulfillment was a key driver during the ecommerce-driven final quarter of 2020. Retailers that were positioned to handle massive last-mile volumes generated by a digital-first holiday posted strong results, with…

Features March 10

How to Adapt Your Ecommerce Business to Increase Sales in 2021

The global pandemic created by COVID-19 has accelerated the maturation of ecommerce businesses and has led to an increase in online sales. It’s estimated that these figures will continue to…

Executive Viewpoints March 10

PayPal Purchases Cryptocurrency Security Provider Curv

PayPal Holdings will acquire Curv, a Tel-Aviv based provider of cloud-based infrastructure for digital asset security. Financial terms of the deal were not disclosed, and PayPal expects to complete the…

News March 9

Swarovski Unveils New ‘Instant Wonder’ Stores and Brand Identity

A bold, glittering and golden life-size jewel box in Milan is the site of Swarovski’s new concept store, “Instant Wonder,” designed to reflect the brand’s new direction and visual identity.…

News March 9
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Target’s Newest Private Label Launch Focuses on Indulgent Snacking

Target has announced plans for its 47th private label brand — a premium snacking line dubbed Favorite Day that will roll out April 5. The new food and beverage label…

News March 9

Nike Promotes New Heads for North America and APLA Geographies

Nike has named Sarah Mensah as VP and General Manager, North America, and Amy Montagne as VP and General Manager, Asia Pacific and Latin America (APLA), effective immediately. Both executives…

News March 9
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