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February 21, 2017
February 21, 2017
1. These vases represent a supplier’s original product data. The supplier has products images matched up to product descriptions with dimensions, care & usage, etc. These pieces of data are all embedded with each other and give an accurate, complete view of the products.
2. The supplier prepares to share its product with stores. To do this, the supplier has to break the data up into Excel and Dropbox files.
3. The retailer ...
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January 26, 2017
January 26, 2017
Just in, Annie's most innovative new design to date, ELEMENTS. 100% recycled glass that combines old world glass making with modern technology. With names like; Cloud, Earth, River and Lake, what's there not to like? View Post
January 15, 2017
January 15, 2017
Main Street vs. Wall Street
How a 4-person web design firm united 200 indie stores against a $40m competitor
What if someone said that they're spending $40 million to beat up your small business? That's what new online gift registry retailer Zola plans to do. (Please see attached NY Times picture.) Gift registries are the last refuge of small, Main Street businesses and Zola has borrowed (in the banking world they call it "raised") $40m to swipe this registry business. Zola is backed by the same ...
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January 9, 2017
January 9, 2017
January 5, 2017
January 5, 2017
From the NY Times, Thursday Jan.5, 2017
Start-Ups Hope Couples Say ‘I Do’ to Online Wedding Planning
Read the full story below, or share it. http://nyti.ms/2j4wMxL
Planning a wedding remains a largely traditional pursuit. For many couples, it is a frustrating months long project that requires sifting through masses of details and costs on venues, services and products. Now, a variety of start-ups are trying to cut down on that information overload by harnessing new technologies to capture a slice ...
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December 22, 2016
December 22, 2016
February 6, Monday, 6:00 p.m. Sweet and Savory Kevin Green, $48.00
Sounds like a fabulous Valentine’s Day Dinner. On the menu: Shrimp Cakes w/ Simple Salad - Kohlrabi, Fennel, Apricot, Cucumber, Avocado, spring mix; Roast Chicken w/ Potato Gnocchi & Green Goddess Sauce with braised seasonal vegetables including Radish, Watercress, Spinach, Peas, Pancetta; Double Berry Hand Pies w/ Lemon Mousse – a flaky pie dough...
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December 20, 2016
December 20, 2016
“Greenery” is Pantone’s Color of the Year for 2017. (It’s also known as Pantone 15-0343.) Did anyone notice it is surprisingly close to the color of the Bridge logo? :) What are the green pieces you are going to see in your store come 2017?
Read the full story about Pantone's color of the year here
Color of 2017
Pantone Picks a Spring Shade
By VANESSA FRIEDMAN DEC. 8, 2016
When the question of what will define 2017 comes up, the response most often includes
words like “Trump” and “populism” and “...
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September 15, 2016
You will leave with a wooden pumpkin that you have created! View Post
August 24, 2016
August 24, 2016
August 15, 2016
August 15, 2016
May 16, 2016
May 16, 2016
If ur a home goods store, does ur store offer on-site engraving and monogramming? Does ur store offer custom printing or can it refer a supplier? Does ur store offer cooking classes?
Crate & Barrel has an online relationship with invitation ...
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May 6, 2016
May 6, 2016
This wonderful 20% OFF Sale is offered right NOW --- In-Store only at LIVE WITH IT Gift Stores in Pittston and in Peckville PA !!! ... Open Mon-Sat - 10am-6pm ... But, we are taking orders via the tele (877-489-4060) ... and are happy to ship everywhere !!! ... Please click here for the details: https://www.facebook.com/events/1011124632305236/
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April 25, 2016
April 25, 2016
April 21, 2016
April 21, 2016
Sold as set of four stems, adds a lively touch to any setting.
Each piece is a unique work of art;...
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April 20, 2016
April 20, 2016
In today's WSJ we learn how some book shops are using print-on-demand to boost sales. How can a gift shop use technology? Get a bunch of iPad Pros. The Pro model gives your customers a giant, wonderful experience. Encourage staff to use to it to show products that you don't stock and show online gift registries. Look past your in-stock goods to showing customers all that you can get for ...
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April 14, 2016
April 14, 2016
In the bizarre world of Internet “discounts,” inconsistent list prices can make it tough to figure out what a product is really worth.
Key Takeaways
1. Most people want convenience of e-commerce as opposed to price manipulation.
2. We should appreciate our industry for not engaging in these tacky practices.
3. We don't sell dog food.
Read the full article about online discounts here at nytimes.com
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March 6, 2016
March 6, 2016
In contrast, indy mom and pop stores don't have the lax morals, chutzpah, nor technical ability to pull the cons these big online players do.
This story is actually good reason to shop with your local store.
The ...
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February 25, 2016
February 25, 2016
Read the full article about Stripe Atlas here at NYTimes.com
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February 4, 2016
February 4, 2016
Beatriz Ball stemware celebrates age-old glassblowing techniques in sparkling new designs. The rich purple Venice flute from our GLASS Collection is distinguished by its light-catching rippling texture. Fabulous flute for your favorite sparkling wine.
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January 19, 2016
January 19, 2016
Incorporating Savora’s signature fit and finish with leading edge
steel technology. Specifically designed for individual functions, each Savora knife has a unique look to achieve optimal
performance and to communicate the function for which it was designed. The ultimate gift item! View Post
