Non-store retailing

GrowGeneration Launches E-Commerce Platform, Introduces Buy Online, Pick Up in Store

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

Merchandising, Marketing, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Non-store retailing, Supply chain management, Online shopping, Retail, Business process

(NASDAQ: GRWG), ("GrowGen" or the "Company") the nation's largest chain of specialty hydroponic and organic garden centers, today announced the launch of GrowGeneration.com .

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(NASDAQ: GRWG), ("GrowGen" or the "Company") the nation's largest chain of specialty hydroponic and organic garden centers, today announced the launch of GrowGeneration.com .
The company's newly redesigned e-commerce platform now includes the option to Buy Online Pickup in Store (BOPIS).
"We've seen a number of retail trends emerge or accelerate as a result of the global COVID-19 pandemic," said Tony Sullivan, GrowGen's COO.
Jeff Callison, Vice President of Digital Commerce, added,"The addition of Buy Online Pick Up in Store pushes us to the digital forefront of our industry.

PIKOM Tech Fair Returns - Bigger & Better, Back With Bargains & Business Opportunities

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Tuesday, June 1, 2021

The PIKOM Tech Fair is an inclusive, consolidated digital platform comprising an ecommerce marketplace, exhibition space and B2B matching and meeting avenue.

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The PIKOM Tech Fair is an inclusive, consolidated digital platform comprising an ecommerce marketplace, exhibition space and B2B matching and meeting avenue.
Pivoting from a physical venue to digital space means PIKOM members and businesses can connect virtually with customers and explore new opportunities.
For some reason every year, many of our consumers keep telling us that PIKOMs PC Fair should make a comeback.
In one way, this inaugural PIKOM Tech Fair is our gift to our loyal PC Fair fans.

Hibbett Reports First Quarter Results

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Friday, May 28, 2021

Sports, Fashion, Retail, Specialty, General Sports, Regions of the United States, Retailing, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Non-store retailing, Supply chain management, Hibbett Sports

Hibbett Sports, Inc. (Nasdaq/GS: HIBB), an athletic-inspired fashion retailer, today provided financial results for its first quarter ended May 1, 2021, and business updates.

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Hibbett Sports, Inc. (Nasdaq/GS: HIBB), an athletic-inspired fashion retailer, today provided financial results for its first quarter ended May 1, 2021, and business updates.
E-commerce sales grew by 1.0% and represented 11.7% of total net sales for the first quarter compared to 22.3% in the prior year first quarter.
Although e-commerce revenue was relatively flat compared to last years first quarter, online revenues have grown by over 105% compared to the first quarter of Fiscal 2020.
Capital expenditures during the first quarter of Fiscal 2022 were $7.0 million compared to $4.1 million in the first quarter of Fiscal 2021.

Berlin Brands Group Relies on Cognigy – Smart Bots for 34 Global E-commerce Brands

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Cognigy , a leading global provider of customer service automation, has won Berlin Brands Group (BBG), an international e-commerce company, as a new customer.

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Cognigy , a leading global provider of customer service automation, has won Berlin Brands Group (BBG), an international e-commerce company, as a new customer.
With its scaling platform, BBG provides its own 14 brands and 20 recently acquired brands access to over 100 channels in 28 markets worldwide.
BBG will also use smart bots in addition to personal contact in conversational commerce.
With Berlin Brands Group, we are supporting another strong, rapidly expanding player in automating a part of its customer service and sales.

Stitch Fix to Present at the Baird 2021 Global Consumer, Technology, and Services Conference

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Non-store retailing, Stitch Fix, Katrina Lake, Distribution marketing), Trade, Companies

SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, today announced that Elizabeth Spaulding, President and incoming CEO of Stitch Fix, is scheduled to participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Baird Global Consumer, Technology, and Services Conference on Thursday, June 10 at 11:00 A.M. PT / 2:00 P.M.

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SAN FRANCISCO, May 27, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Stitch Fix, Inc. (NASDAQ: SFIX), the leading online personal styling service, today announced that Elizabeth Spaulding, President and incoming CEO of Stitch Fix, is scheduled to participate in a virtual fireside chat at the Baird Global Consumer, Technology, and Services Conference on Thursday, June 10 at 11:00 A.M. PT / 2:00 P.M.
A live webcast and replay of the session will be available on the investor relations section of the Stitch Fix website at https://investors.stitchfix.com.
Stitch Fix is an online personal styling service that is reinventing the shopping experience by delivering one-to-one personalization to our clients through the combination of data science and human judgment.
Stitch Fix was founded in 2011 by CEO Katrina Lake.

Marxent Awarded E-commerce Patent for Design from Photo Technology

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Merchandising, Marketing, Consumer behaviour, Non-store retailing, Articles, Online shopping, Economy, E-commerce, Retail, Kitchen

"While simple for shoppers to use, our Design from Photo feature solves a very big problem for retailers," said Beck Besecker, Marxent's CEO and Co-Founder.

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"While simple for shoppers to use, our Design from Photo feature solves a very big problem for retailers," said Beck Besecker, Marxent's CEO and Co-Founder.
Once they find a photo that resonates, they embark on an intuitive, self-service design experience.
The entire room designed by the shopper can then be added straight to an e-commerce cart or shared with a design pro for collaboration.
Marxent is the global leader in 3D e-commerce for furniture, kitchen, bath, outdoor, and office furniture.

Capacity Redefines Its Brand Identity Around a Mission to Deliver Delight

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Supply chain management, Business, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Non-store retailing, Brand, Articles, Economy

At a time when more than ever before consumers are finding what they need online - and forming deeper relationships with retail brands as they do so Capacity's mission has shifted.

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At a time when more than ever before consumers are finding what they need online - and forming deeper relationships with retail brands as they do so Capacity's mission has shifted.
While the same commitment to B2B retail excellence and best-in-class fulfillment technology remains, the increased focus on eCommerce has crystalized the company's primary goal as a true 3PL partner: deliver delight to the customers of the brands that Capacity serves.
As an extension of their brands, Capacity has a mission to make the order experience feel frictionless and excite the end customer with every package we ship.
Our team knows we need to deliver delight with every order we pick, pack and ship."

DGAP-News: ABOUT YOU Holding AG: ABOUT YOU plans Frankfurt Stock Exchange listing in Q2 2021

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Thursday, May 27, 2021

Non-store retailing, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Supply chain management, Industry economics)

The planned Private Placement and the first day of trading are expected in the second quarter of 2021, subject to market conditions.

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The planned Private Placement and the first day of trading are expected in the second quarter of 2021, subject to market conditions.
The planned stock market listing will help us seize this unique opportunity by building on our best-in-class technology and software solutions aimed at digitizing the offline shopping stroll."
At ABOUT YOU the focus is on the customers, who are supported in expressing themselves individually through fashion.
With the ABOUT YOU Commerce Suite, the fashion tech company also offers its own e-commerce infrastructure as a licensed product.

Blinds.com Celebrates 25 Years of Innovation

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Wednesday, May 26, 2021

Product management, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Non-store retailing, Supply chain management, Configurator, Autobahn, Industry economics), Economic taxonomy, Information technology management

In 1996, Blinds.com (then called NoBrainerBlinds) debuted on the internet as the first e-commerce platform to sell custom, made-to-measure window treatments entirely online.

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In 1996, Blinds.com (then called NoBrainerBlinds) debuted on the internet as the first e-commerce platform to sell custom, made-to-measure window treatments entirely online.
The advent of Autobahn Blinds.com's technology platform that allowed customers to "build" and order their custom window treatments directly online marked a significant turning point for the brand.
The company continued development of its configurator technology, expanding its capabilities to be able to sell any customizable product.
"Autobahn allowed us to leverage technology in a significant way," says Seth Todd, Senior Director of Interconnected Retail for Global Custom Commerce.

Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. Reports Financial Results for First Quarter of 2021

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Tuesday, May 25, 2021

Retailing, Retailers, E-commerce, Electronics industry, Non-store retailing, Supply chain management, Grocery store

BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB: IVFH) (IVFH or the Company), a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform with complete multi-channel, specialty food and grocery capabilities for both consumers and professional chefs today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2021.

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BONITA SPRINGS, Fla., May 25, 2021 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) -- Innovative Food Holdings, Inc. (OTCQB: IVFH) (IVFH or the Company), a leading direct-to-consumer e-commerce platform with complete multi-channel, specialty food and grocery capabilities for both consumers and professional chefs today reported its financial results for the first quarter of 2021.
As a result, e-commerce sales increased 73% for the first quarter led by strong subscription revenue growth of 103%, compared to the prior year period.
In addition, we continue to focus on expanding our partnership opportunities with leading influencers and brands to create distinctive food experiences for our consumers.
E-commerce revenue for the 2021 first quarter increased by 73%, driven by the Companys ability to increase conversion rates and sales.