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Nike versus Adidas: Who will win the digital transformation race in apparel retail?

Alida

This is especially true in apparel retail, where longtime rivals Nike and Adidas have both recently invested heavily in digital transformation and innovation to stay at the top of their game. Adidas has brought together its brand, media and digital teams so they’re all focused on creating a better consumer experience.

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How Technology is Revolutionizing the Apparel Industry

Oracle

apparel industry market is the biggest in the world, according to Statista. Here are 4 ways newly introduced tech is revolutionizing how apparel is made, sold, and worn. Smart apparel. Augmented reality (AR) mirrors are changing the way consumers try on clothes, and for many reasons. Tech tailors.

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3 notable trends in the retail apparel industry

Alida

Apparel companies are hanging by a thread as consumers spend less money on stocking their closets , preferring to express themselves through social media rather than by what they wear and favoring weekend getaways over new clothes. Apparel companies might want to stop trying to be all things to all people. Be more digital.

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Forrester’s Digital Go-To-Market Review: Apparel and Footwear

Forrester's Customer Insights

Forrester’s latest Digital Go-To-Market Review evaluates 27 brands in the apparel and footwear sector to see how well they are positioned to thrive independently.

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4 examples of direct-to-consumer initiatives—and what you can learn from them

Alida

The PC giant long ago decided to sell through partners and retail channels too, but today some established brands are opting to experiment with their own direct-to-consumer (DTC) models. According to Nielsen, 90 percent of consumers would rather buy directly from a brand if they could. They have good reason.

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Promo Giveaways Customers Love: Boost Loyalty with Top Picks

Joe Rawlinson

Consumer NZ highlights that nearly 90% of New Zealanders are shifting towards more conscious shopping practices in response to rising living costs and environmental concerns. Reusable products, in particular, are gaining popularity as businesses and consumers alike aim to reduce their environmental footprint.

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Personal Narratives Bring Retailers Closer to Consumers

NetBase

Retailers are always on the lookout for a way to connect with consumers, and what better way than capturing their exact verbatims about your brand? Our “personal narrative” theme makes short work on this challenging goal, offering companies amazing insight into the loves (and hates) of consumers. as of June 20.

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