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From Hidden Gems to Bestsellers: How Machine Learning is Reshaping Online Retail Marketplaces

The evolution of ecommerce has seen traditional retailers such as Walmart, Target and Best Buy embrace the marketplace…

Executive Viewpoints June 27
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PwC Back-to-School Survey: To Stretch Their Budgets, 37% of Parents will Only Buy Items on Sale

A back-to-school (BTS) spending survey conducted in May by PwC has some good news for retailers: shoppers are…

Features June 27
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How ‘Process Mining’ Refines Ikea’s Rich, Plentiful Data so it Can be Put to Use

Last year, 650 million people across 30 countries visited an Ikea store, and the company’s website attracted more…

News June 26
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From Mobile Excellence Today to AI-Driven Commerce Tomorrow: Staying Relevant in the New Retail Reality

Ecommerce brands today face a critical junction. Rapid shifts in consumer behavior, combined with accelerating technological innovation, require…

Executive Viewpoints June 26
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Walmart Deploys AI-Powered Task Management and Translation Tools for Associates

Walmart is in the process of deploying AI-powered tools to meet key store associate requirements, including a task…

News June 25
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Why Master Data Management Should be on Every Retailer’s IT Roadmap for 2025

In today’s fast-paced world, retailers are generating more data than ever before. From customer transactions to inventory management,…

Executive Viewpoints June 25
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David’s Bridal to Debut Dual-Sided Pearl Planner Platform for Both Couples and Wedding Vendors

David’s Bridal is in a closed beta test of Pearl Planner, a platform and marketplace designed to connect…

News June 24
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Merchants Are Losing Billions to Failed Payments. Here’s How to Fix It.

Every year, failed payments cost merchants an estimated $118.5 billion globally. That’s not just a number – it’s…

Executive Viewpoints June 24
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Retail is Finally Conversational, but Most Brands Aren’t Ready

For years, ecommerce has been stuck in a transactional rut. Shoppers type in a keyword, scroll through product…

Executive Viewpoints June 23
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