Thinking Out Loud

Weekly Technology Thought Leadership

Jun 6, 2025

How Hotels Can win at eCommerce and Drive Direct Bookings

 As consumers grow increasingly tech-savvy, learn how independent hotels can put their best foot forward in the digital marketplace [GuestCentric].

How Newegg Uncovered a New Incremental Revenue Stream Without Disrupting the Customer Experience

Read how a smart monetization strategy unlocked new revenues and improved customer satisfaction without disrupting cart conversions [Rokt].

What Is Deep Tagging in Fashion eCommerce? 

Learn how fashion-specific AI tagging unlocks better discovery, personalization, and revenue for eCommerce teams [Syte].

Rising Threat of Online Fraud in Quick Service Restaurants

 See why fraudsters are zeroing in on QSRs, where account takeovers have surged 72%, and how preventing ATO starts with stopping bots at login—before they get in [Kasada].

The Cost of Inefficiency: How Siloed Food Supply Chain Data Holds You Back 

​At every step of the process, inefficiencies or poor information flows raise the risk of costly delays and hamper compliance efforts [SPS Commerce].

Why Custom Digital Audiences Are a Game Changer for Sports Marketing

Discover why custom audiences are the smarter choice for marketers looking to make an impact in the sports and entertainment space [Wiland].

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What Today’s Consumers Expect from Brands on Social Media in 2025 [Infographic]

Marketing messages alone won’t build loyalty; how you engage, listen, and support your audience on social media is what truly matters [Emplifi].

How to Prevent Cannibalization and Maximize Your Business Potential

 Every retailer wants to find that happy medium of avoiding cannibalization while simultaneously maintaining active growth strategies—but how [Buxton]?

Referral Program Ideas: Power Growth This Summer With a “Reward Burst”

With summer approaching, now is the perfect time to refresh your referral marketing efforts with new tactics designed to energize your customers and turn them into advocates for your business [Extole].

[Leaders Making Us Think]

People Still Matter: Why Humanity Must Remain at the Heart of Retail’s AI Revolution

By Purva Gupta, Co-Founder and CEO of Lily AI

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