Inflow Insights

DECEMBER 9, 2019

Shopify Plus and Magento 2 Commerce are two of the most popular eCommerce platforms for mid-market and enterprise-level online retailers. Valentine told us that smaller companies (under $25M, even $50M) will find the maintenance of a Magento site more time-consuming and expensive than their organization and budget are built for.

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ROI Revolution

JULY 1, 2019

that “states and local governments could require online retailers to collect sales tax even if they don’t have a physical presence in the tax jurisdiction.” Direct-to-consumer (D2C or DTC) brands are taking off, with 78% increasing their marketing spend within the past year. Wayfair Tax Decision. Wayfair Inc.

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UpSellIt

DECEMBER 15, 2017

We’ve all been on an online retail site, browsing the store, only to have a “10% off” ad appear just as we were about to leave. It was a game-changer, increasing revenue dramatically for any online retail store. Online shoppers became inundated with discounts and came to expect them. We MAY even say—“10% off!”.

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Blue Acorn

APRIL 28, 2017

As a consumer-focused brand, your customers are your best advocates. In some cases, there are platforms that allow customers to both ask questions and answer them, giving additional credibility to the responses as they are consumers of the product in question. User-generated content or UGC. Ratings and Reviews.

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Inflow Insights

JANUARY 15, 2020

Even so, we still see more conversions come in from desktop than from Mobile to the online retailers that we work with. Do further conversion optimization work to cater to that group of people. PPC can be a huge growth driver for online retailers. Conversion Rates from PPC Traffic.

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Inflow Insights

AUGUST 25, 2021

For online retailers, it presents an opportunity to conquer the market, skyrocket sales, and cultivate brand loyalty through streamlined marketing. As an online retailer, you need to be prepared for your best-selling products to go out of stock before the busiest part of the holiday shopping season.

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GetElastic

OCTOBER 21, 2022

He is an expert in increasing conversion, optimizing marketing strategies, growing businesses, and increasing efficiency in B2B eCommerce offerings. He is a top 50 Magento Contributor, and produces weekly live streams on his eCommerceAholic platform covering tips and marketing tricks, and content.

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Blue Acorn

APRIL 28, 2017

As a consumer-focused brand, your customers are your best advocates. In some cases, there are platforms that allow customers to both ask questions and answer them, giving additional credibility to the responses as they are consumers of the product in question. User-generated content or UGC. Ratings and Reviews.

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UpSellIt

NOVEMBER 15, 2017

So what does that mean for online retailers? Contact one of our Conversion Experts today. Rao ( 2012 ) When More Is Less: The Impact of Base Value Neglect on Consumer Preferences for Bonus Packs over Price Discounts. Yes, they are!). Surely it recommends you make Drake happy with free shipping.

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UpSellIt

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Unfortunately, that is not how most consumers perceive on-entry ads. If a user is attempting to find a particular item, (which is why most people use online retailers) why would they find it helpful to sign up for a newsletter concerning all of your company’s updates? On the surface, on-entry tactics can seem like a great idea.

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Demac Media

JUNE 8, 2017

You know it and I know it, but it’s always fascinating to break down the actual numbers behind Amazon’s success to see how well they’re doing: Amazon accounted for 43% of US online retail sales in 2016. 52% of consumers (in the U.S) go directly to Amazon when they shop online. Give Consumers a Story. Inspiration.

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Demac Media

SEPTEMBER 15, 2017

According to the National Retail Federation , more people opted to skip the madness and did their Black Friday shopping online than in-store in 2016. Considering this shift in consumer behavior, and the epic rate at which stores are shutting down, at first glance, it seems we’ve reached a tipping point.

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Demac Media

DECEMBER 7, 2017

There were multiple opportunities to continue the conversation, but the retailer either ignored them or didn’t even realize they existed. An online retailer must dedicate the same effort to each part of the shopping experience — including shipping. Shipping label. They also expect a reply within four hours.

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Demac Media

JANUARY 12, 2018

Read on to learn if flat-rate shipping is the right option for your online store. Online retailers who use flat-rate shipping charge every customer the same amount for shipping, regardless of what the shopper orders. Flat-rate shipping is an attractive option for e-retailers who cannot afford to offer free shipping.

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BigCommerce

JUNE 5, 2018

In a Digital Commerce 360 study , consumer reported the following reasons for why they shop on branded websites over Amazon: They want a sense of belonging. New Chapter, a P&G brand, mimics digital native brand functionality in terms of innovation and consumer engagement on their site. Upselling and cross-selling. New Chapter.

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ROI Revolution

JULY 2, 2020

COVID-19 has thrown the entire ecommerce landscape for a loop, with consumers’ buying behaviors seemingly changing overnight. At the same time, Prime Day is a time when consumers are eager to buy , creating increased opportunity for brands to leverage their websites and other marketplaces to drive sales. 6/30 update. 6/9 update.

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ROI Revolution

JUNE 2, 2020

According to consulting and research firm Technomic , 52% of consumers are avoiding crowds and 32% are leaving their house less often because of coronavirus. Looking at the beginning of May versus the beginning of March, conversion rates on ecommerce automotive websites have increased 11.1%.

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ROI Revolution

MAY 5, 2020

According to consulting and research firm Technomic , 52% of consumers are avoiding crowds and 32% are leaving their house less often because of coronavirus. Despite poor performance in most other categories, clicks to call restaurants have received a huge spike as consumers check to see if they are open for pick-up or to place orders.

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ROI Revolution

APRIL 2, 2020

According to consulting and research firm Technomic , 52% of consumers are avoiding crowds and 32% are leaving their house less often because of coronavirus. Conversion optimization during COVID-19. Is consumer behavior in the current crisis an indicator of things to come? 3/31 update. Short answer: Yes. 3/25 update.

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ROI Revolution

AUGUST 5, 2021

Consumer spending habits returning to normal. Mastercard reports that their Q2 2021 revenue surged 36% over last year, a confident indication that consumer spending is rebounding after the pandemic made shoppers wary of making discretionary purchases. billion in consumer spending in Q2. Still, overall, 62.5%

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ROI Revolution

DECEMBER 2, 2021

Last year, consumers moved toward digital more quickly than ever in light of the coronavirus pandemic. With store closures, safety concerns about being around other people, and more, consumers shifted to online shopping enough last year to push ecommerce to levels that weren’t expected until 2025! December 2. billion in revenue.

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ROI Revolution

JUNE 1, 2021

Contactless payment methods surged last year with the pandemic and consumers’ concerns around safety. Marketing to consumers in a post-pandemic world. Sending the right communication to the right customers only became more important with the pandemic as brands and consumers alike struggled to adjust to a rapidly shifting marketplace.

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ROI Revolution

JULY 1, 2021

Alternative payment options have surged over the past year and a half after the coronavirus pandemic pushed consumers to be wary about high-contact shopping. In fact, over 45 million consumers will use BNPL this year. 95% of shoppers say convenient delivery is a major decision factor when they’re choosing who to buy from online.

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ROI Revolution

MARCH 2, 2021

73% of consumers using D2C ecommerce over the course of COVID-19 plan to continue post-pandemic ( McKinsey ). US online grocery sales surged 54% to reach $95.8 With consumers more concerned about their discretionary spending, the online resale apparel market is projected to double by 2024 ( Statista ). February 22 update.

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ROI Revolution

MAY 6, 2021

With the rapid shifts that took place last year, 2021 will be about finding ways to reach wary consumers and filling your marketing toolbox with innovative strategies to stand out. COVID-19 brings increased consumer openmindedness. The coronavirus pandemic accelerated consumers’ adoption of real-time payment options by 41% last year.

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ROI Revolution

APRIL 8, 2021

With the rapid shifts that took place last year, 2021 will be about finding ways to reach wary consumers and filling your marketing toolbox with innovative strategies to stand out. Casual apparel brands thrived in 2020 with consumers spending more time at home. COVID-19 + the online food industry. Claim your copy! to 31.1%.

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ROI Revolution

JANUARY 5, 2022

That means total retail sales growth will amount to 2.5% Even as government mandates and consumer comfortability with in-store shopping fluctuate, we can anticipate that consumers’ preference for digital won’t go away. of total retail sales. Total retail sales will reach a record $5.86 trillion to make up 21.8%

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ROI Revolution

JANUARY 5, 2021

Now more than ever, it’s important for consumers and executives alike to understand the coronavirus trends that are having a major impact on society. eMarketer projects that US retail ecommerce sales will grow to $843.15 Pandemic accelerates digital retail: Stats & trends. billion in 2021 (up from $794.5B December 31 update.

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ROI Revolution

DECEMBER 3, 2020

Online sales increased at less than half the projected rate, growing 15.1%. Consumers still spent a record $10.8 billion on Cyber Monday 2020, making it shatter previous online shopping records. This is a slowdown from Cyber Monday 2019‘s online sales growth , which jumped 19.7% year-over-year to hit $9.4 11/30 update.

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ROI Revolution

NOVEMBER 4, 2021

Our executive holiday guide for 2021 reveals key insights to prepare your brand to thrive, like the 4 crucial components of a successful holiday strategy & strategic targeting tips to reach new consumers. As a result, retailers had less of a need for their shipping containers, and the containers were put away and saved for later.

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ROI Revolution

OCTOBER 1, 2020

Consumers spent nearly $212 billion on ecommerce between April and June 2020 according to new data from the US Department of Commerce. BOPIS also brings consumers the immediate satisfaction of receiving their item almost immediately without having to search for it in the store or wait for it to be shipped. retail ecommerce up 44.5%

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ROI Revolution

OCTOBER 7, 2021

Our executive holiday guide for 2021 reveals key insights to prepare your brand to thrive, like the 4 crucial components of a successful holiday strategy & strategic targeting tips to reach new consumers. Latest stats: Consumer electronics + COVID-19. Globally, consumer electronics ecommerce is expected to grow to $343.34

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ROI Revolution

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Our executive holiday guide for 2021 reveals key insights to prepare your brand to thrive, like the 4 crucial components of a successful holiday strategy & strategic targeting tips to reach new consumers. With people spending more time inside their homes over the past year, redecorating and remodeling became common among many consumers.

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ROI Revolution

NOVEMBER 4, 2020

Most of the growth has come from consumers 35 and older, although all age groups saw slight increases. The coronavirus pandemic forced brands to pivot their 2020 ecommerce strategies immensely to cope with consumers’ constantly shifting behavior. 62% of consumers shop online more now than before the pandemic ( Bazaarvoice ).

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ROI Revolution

SEPTEMBER 9, 2020

Total retail sales were up 4% YoY, with online spending representing 18.6% consumers came from online orders. Online spend with U.S. retailers grew 44.4%, with a total of $200.72B spent during this period. Consumers are still incredibly hesitant about the stability of the economy, and rightly so.

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ROI Revolution

AUGUST 4, 2020

In the UK, 35% of all online purchases during the lockdown period were made via Amazon, with one-fifth of survey respondents saying they now have a higher intent to purchase from Amazon post-pandemic. Free delivery, availability, and price were the top three key online purchase drivers for this group of consumers. 7/29 update.

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ROI Revolution

FEBRUARY 2, 2021

If you’re interested in learning how your brand capitalize on the platform that’s becoming a dominant competitor in both in-store and online retail, join our Walmart Advertising 101 webinar on February 24th at 11 am ET. US consumers spent an average 25 more minutes on mobile devices in 2020 vs. 2019 ( eMarketer ). Register here!

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