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Puma homepage, which is now built on Google Cloud.

Puma Sees 19% Bump in AOV Following Shift to Google Cloud

Puma has moved all of its ecommerce operations to Google Cloud in an effort to improve its online…

News March 6
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Legal & General Investment Management has reimagined Dolphin Centre to be a vibrant destination that offers commerce, co-working space and community events.

How One UK Destination is Redefining the Shopping Center  

Shopping malls are on the rebound thanks to Gen Z’s hunger for nostalgia and community. But that doesn’t…

Features March 6
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Crafting Better Retail Experiences with Hospitality Design

Growing demand for richer experiences continues to transform the built environment. It’s a distinct shift toward novelty and…

Executive Viewpoints March 6
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Harnessing the Potential of Returnless Refunds to Improve Profitability and Customer Experience

Retail’s busiest returns period may be in the rearview mirror until next year, but rising ecommerce order volumes…

Executive Viewpoints March 6
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UPDATE: Target Adds Paid Loyalty Program, Plans 300 New Stores Over Next 10 Years

[Update from 3/6/2024] Over the next decade, Target plans to build more than 300 new stores and upgrade…

News March 5
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True Religion CMO Kristen D’Arcy is looking beyond superficial engagement and is focused on connecting with its community in context.

True Religion: Cultivating Brand Love from the ‘Intersection of Culture, Commerce and Fashion’

Every brand is fighting to win and keep customer loyalty, and True Religion is no different. The brand could easily…

Features March 5
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Experts from GWI, McCrindle, MG2 and Razorfish offered their insights and analysis on what Gen Alpha really wants from brands.

3 Keys to Creating Experiences that Gen Alpha Loves

Gen Alpha is poised to reach 2 billion people by 2025, making it the largest generation in history,…

Features March 4
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‘Cash or Card?’: Why More Financing Choices Drive Consumers’ Decisions on Which Retailers to Shop

The customer experience is paramount to the success of today’s retailers. This includes enhancing in-store inventory, delivery services…

Executive Viewpoints March 4
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Books-A-Million is partnering with Walmart GoLocal to expand its same-day delivery service across the U.S.

Books-A-Million Rolls Out Same-Day Delivery with Walmart GoLocal

Books-A-Million is celebrating National Read Across America Day by offering same-day delivery to locations nationwide. Powered by Walmart…

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