My Wife Quit Her Job
FEBRUARY 8, 2021
Shift4Shop is the most compelling ecommerce platform I’ve come across in a while and has the best chance to dethrone Shopify. This post compares Shift4Shop vs Shopify so you can make an informed decision. When Shift4Shop acquired 3DCart and decided to make their ecommerce platform free, it immediately sent ripples throughout the ecommerce community.
BigCommerce
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
2020 was a challenging year for, well, everyone — but retailers suffered the particular challenges of shutting down or restricting in-store…
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Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
One of the top challenges and misunderstandings that I continue to see here at Forrester is about what the definition of Zero Trust actually is. Zero Trust is not one product or platform; it’s a security framework built around the concept of “never trust, always verify” and “assuming breach.” Attempting to buy Zero Trust as […].
Kissmetrics
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
What’s the problem with keyword research? Well, you have to go to an app like Ubersuggest , type in a handful of keywords to come up with a list of keywords that are worth targeting. But that is time consuming. Another approach is you go to Ubersuggest , type in your competitor’s domain, and see all the keywords they rank for. But even with this approach, you have to filter through thousands of keywords to find the good ones.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker
Brands used to look for a commerce platform that could do everything. But over time, one vendor was no longer enough to meet a brand’s needs, so they added, and added, and added— and now it's essential that these vendors work well together. That’s composable, and it’s important to get it right. Customers and your board expect you to be in new channels and to adapt quickly to market change.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 12, 2021
With COVID-19 case counts declining and vaccination efforts underway, eager consumers and retailers are both looking hopefully toward a future return to normal. And while the timeframe is still fuzzy, one thing is clear — the “normal” that we’ll find ourselves in post-pandemic will be familiar, but also fundamentally different, from the world we knew before COVID-19.
Ecommerce Platforms
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
Wix is known for its simple website builder, with a drag and drop interface and a development wonderland for complete beginners. Wix ecommerce has also seen some success, with competitive pricing and decent-looking themes. Basically, the Wix Ecommerce system allows for selling anything from clothing to specialty cakes. There's even support for digital goods like audio files and eBooks.
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BigCommerce
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
In 2020, everything was a piece of cake. Crocs. Toilet paper. Plants. Pizza. They’re all literally cake!
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Tell Us About You I have a background in computer engineering, and over the past 10 years I’ve been in engineering and consulting roles at organizations like MIT and a variety of startups. I live in New York City and love to read, do yoga, and learn new languages. In normal, non-pandemic times, I’m an avid traveler, though that has obviously […].
Kissmetrics
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Google continually updates its SERPs (search engine results pages). With the constant addition of new features, like passage indexing and mobile-first indexing, the SERPs of 2021 look far different than they did just a year or two ago. It makes sense—Google’s entire business model is based on providing users with the best possible experience. For marketers, though, it can be frustrating.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
After more than 25 years at the head of the company he founded, Jeff Bezos will step down from the CEO role at Amazon in Q3 2021. He will assume the role of Executive Chair and will be succeeded by Andy Jassy, currently the CEO of Amazon Web Services. “Amazon is what it is because of invention,” said Bezos in a statement. “We do crazy things together and then make them normal.
Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber
Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.
MakeWebBetter
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Valentine’s day is around the corner, and as a WooCommerce store owner, you should be pretty much as excited as all the happy couples out there. To be true, there is no particular season of love. But, there are multiple seasons for marketing. Every holiday season brings new hope for new marketing ideas. Therefore, this […]. The post Valentines Day Marketing Ideas For Your WooCommerce Store appeared first on MakeWebBetter.
Steve Dennis
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
The reports that Hudson’s Bay Co. is planning to split its online and brick-and-mortar operations into two companies, and then take Saks.com public, immediately strikes me as one of the dumbest strategic decisions I have heard in a long, long time. If we have learned anything from the past two decades of retail disruption, it’s that notions of separate physical and digital shopping behavior are increasingly distinctions without a difference.
Inflow Insights
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Editor’s note: This post was originally published in 2018 and has been updated since to ensure accuracy and to adhere to modern best practices. When you’re an SEO managing a website for years and publishing content consistently, there comes a point where things can seem out of control. You’ve published so many test pages, thank you pages, and articles that you’re not even sure which URLs are relevant anymore.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
Our research shows that Customer Experience (CX) leaders grow revenue faster than CX laggards, cut costs, reduce risk, and can charge more for their products. You can stop reading now… Still not convinced? We can measure this. Forrester’s CX Index methodology measures how well a brand’s customer experience strengthens customers’ loyalty.
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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.
Kissmetrics
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
Disclosure: This content is reader-supported, which means if you click on some of our links that we may earn a commission. Search Engine Optimization (SEO) can be complicated or overwhelming for the average business owner, but it doesn’t have to be. With a decent SEO plugin for your WordPress website, the process of improving the quality and quantity of website traffic will be a breeze.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Seismic shifts in consumer trends accelerated by the pandemic will have long-lasting implications for the retail industry at large. A new report, Vision 2021 , from research and media company Future Commerce , highlights 10 emergent trends related to retail, cultural shifts and technological modernity that are shaping how consumers interact with the world.
MakeWebBetter
FEBRUARY 11, 2021
Are you thinking of beginning to sell a new product for your eCommerce business, but you don’t know if the product will sell or not? Before you get overwhelmed with the vast options and strategies, product market demand is the part you should be looking out for first. This one step will save your time, […]. The post How To Check Product Market Demand For Your eCommerce Business appeared first on MakeWebBetter.
Wiser
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
How can you be more competitive? Increase sales? Optimize margins and boost profits? These are questions every business has—but that doesn’t mean there are very many easy answers. One area you can focus on to address the above concerns is pricing. Specifically, setting the right price at the right time. For many, this is achieved through repricing.
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TalkingRetail
FEBRUARY 23, 2021
Vaping is better than nicotine replacement therapy for stopping smoking, a new report reveals. Public Health England’s (PHE) seventh independent report on vaping in England, carried out by researchers at King’s College London, found that: nicotine vaping products were the most popular aid (27.2%) used by smokers trying to quit in England in 2020. using.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Forrester’s take on the SASE model This is big, folks. This is really big. Bigger than Gamestop. Even bigger than Heeleys (the adult version saved in my Amazon wish list). This could be the biggest technological transformation since sliced bread, Dorito tacos, or public cloud. A year ago, fellow Forrester analyst Andre Kindness and I […].
Kissmetrics
FEBRUARY 20, 2021
Google Analytics is a staple in every experienced digital marketer’s set of tools. This is primarily because it provides a wealth of data, covering virtually everything you might want to know about how visitors interact with your site. Cohort Analysis is a particularly useful feature for marketers and small businesses. It can tell you how well your website is performing overall.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
Cyberthreats evolve constantly, but one rule endures: hackers will never break down your front door if they can get in through an open window. Most retailers are keenly aware that the credit card and customer data on their networks is a prime target for hackers, and so they barricade access points to their websites and ecommerce systems to ward off intrusion.
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In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.
MakeWebBetter
FEBRUARY 25, 2021
67% of the retail and brand owners agreed that omnichannel marketing is either critical or important for their success, states Statista. Omnichannel business empowers the customer throughout their decision-making process. You, as a business owner, can arrange for a smooth experience for your customers whether they visit your store or explore your online store.
RetailDive
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
From contactless services to cost optimization strategies, retailers are building adaptable business models in response to COVID-19, writes Gartner's Kelsie Marian.
Fabric Blog
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
E-commerce is capturing an ever increasing market share of shoppers and, in addition to the requirements of managing a physical store like tracking inventory, e-commerce storefronts have additional challenges such as getting the product to the customer, using a payment processor, and building relationships with customers.
Forrester eCommerce
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
I made a prediction in January of 2018 that IT distributor disruption would continue. It was obvious that industry consolidation was accelerating, major distributors were diversifying, and private equity was getting more interested in transforming the industry. In the second half of last year, the two largest global IT distributors were acquired by private equity, […].
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The linear flow of make > use > dispose is unsustainable. Not only is it at odds with the realities of modern society, but it also fails to meet evolving demands from consumers and regulators. Linear is out. Circular is in. Going circular is not an overnight switch. It requires forward planning and data-driven decision-making. In this ebook, you’ll see how the right technology can help brands and manufacturers secure the product data governance they need to power this circular transition.
Kissmetrics
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Disclosure: This content is reader-supported, which means if you click on some of our links that we may earn a commission. Online shopping is more convenient than ever, and so is building an ecommerce store. If you’ve ever considered launching your own online business, chances are you’ve thought about the required tools. And while there are several ecommerce platforms on the market, Shopify and WordPress remain the most prominent.
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 9, 2021
COVID-19 has changed our behaviors, including the way we make purchases. It has accelerated retail trends, especially the surge of online shopping and the waning of physical retail. An Astound Commerce survey conducted in May found that 60% of consumers made online purchases weekly or more often since the onset of the pandemic. Bolstering that finding is research by eMarketer which indicates that direct-to-consumer (D2C) ecommerce sales will expand to $18 billion in 2021.
MakeWebBetter
FEBRUARY 24, 2021
Statista predicts the use of Coupons to increase by 2021 considering the preferential choices of 145.3 million Americans. The use of coupons to promote sales is one of the oldest marketing gimmicks. They were first used in 1887 by Asa Candler, the co-owner of famous soft drink brand – Coca Cola with the idea to […]. The post WooCommerce Coupon Codes: A Complete Guide To Create And Promote Coupons appeared first on MakeWebBetter.
RetailDive
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
The company says it's grappling not only with the pandemic's temporary challenges, but also retail bankruptcies and department store closures.
Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence
In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.
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