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Babylist Blends URL and IRL Engagement with Virtual Showroom

Whether they’re shopping for clothes, toys, books, furniture or electronics, consumers shopping for baby items can easily be…

Features March 8
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Experiencing Metaverse FOMO? Don’t Panic, it’s a Marathon, Not a Sprint

Many eyes have been turned lately toward “the metaverse.” But while the metaverse is certainly the topic du…

Features March 7
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There Aren’t Necessarily ‘Good’ or ‘Bad’ Promotions, Only Good or Bad Promotion Combinations

Planning effective and relevant promotions is an ongoing exercise in adaptability. There are complex and evolving factors at…

Executive Viewpoints March 7
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The Age of Conscious Consumerism

It’s never been more important for brands to consider the ethics of the products they create, source and…

Executive Viewpoints March 4
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How Retailers Can Support BIPOC Brands Beyond February — and the ‘Charity’ Space

As it has for several years, Black History Month 2022 boasted a sizeable assortment of retailer programs designed…

Features March 1
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How Can Brands Capitalize on NFTs? VC Firm Spotlights 3 Trends

The NFT space is heating up, and brands across the retail realm are eager to show their innovation…

Features February 28
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High-Quality Data is the Answer to Retailers’ Supply Chain Hurdles and Out-of-Stocks

The recent and unexpected emergence of (and fallout from) the omicron variant has deeply impacted retailers and created…

Executive Viewpoints February 25
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Kroger Expands Circularity Efforts With Plastic Packaging Reuse Partnership

Kroger and circular reuse platform Loop have launched a new partnership that allows customers to contribute to recycling…

News February 23
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3 Ways Retailers Can Make the Most of Crypto ATMs and Drive Foot Traffic

Convenience stores and gas stations thrive on foot traffic. They need a high volume of customers to maintain…

Executive Viewpoints February 21
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