Forrester eCommerce
JUNE 6, 2019
(Dave Novitzky contributed to this blog.) Marketers’ attempts to profile, segment, and model customers implies that consumers are static and can be fully defined, but they are anything but. Consumers are in constant motion, evolving their brand affinities, lifestyle choices, technology usage, and emotional responses to the world around them. Yet most firms rely heavily […].
Ecommerce Platforms
JUNE 13, 2019
Whether you’re dropshipping or fulfilling orders by yourself, there's one thing you can know for sure — online shoppers hate paying for shipping. They hate it so much, in fact, that 86% of them would rather abandon their shopping carts than have to pay five bucks for shipping fees. It surely is uncomfortable to know this as an online retailer.
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BigCommerce
JUNE 25, 2019
The ecommerce industry has transformed over the last two decades as digital advancements have changed how people behave, including how…
Optimizely
JUNE 18, 2019
In almost any spin, yoga, or zumba class you go to, you’re sure spot someone sporting one of Outdoor Voices ’ signature athleisure looks. The activewear brand makes a statement with their color-blocked leggings and tops that are perfect for both brunch and burpees. But is their marketing as high performance as well as their workout gear? We ordered a women’s tank top to get a glimpse into their customer experience. ?
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October Prime Day is usually an early sign of how consumer spending trends ahead of the holidays. This one was no exception. Our October Prime Day Report breaks down what’s working: the products flying off the shelves, the categories winning big, big brands, and the search terms defining demand. All brought to you via Similarweb’s Shopper Intelligence platform.
Groove
JUNE 13, 2019
eCommerce email marketing remains one of the most effective tools in digital marketing — it’s fast, measurable and convenient. However if you’re familiar with email design, you likely know that every email client renders content differently. Although some email clients are up-to-date with the latest technology, many are still years behind conventional website design best practices.
Kissmetrics
JUNE 11, 2019
Why do you do keyword research? It’s to find more lucrative keywords to rank for on Google, right? But once you find these keywords, you still have to figure out how to rank for them. For that reason, I decided to update Ubersuggest because I wanted to show you what kind of content to create and even how to promote it. That way you can start ranking for these newly found keywords.
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My Wife Quit Her Job
JUNE 25, 2019
Every other year, my wife and I make a trip to Guangzhou, China to attend the Canton Fair. If you’ve never heard of the Canton Fair, it is the largest whole supplier tradeshow in the world where thousands of vendors and buyers attend. Here are some statistics for this past year. Number of Exhibitors?: ?25,049 exhibitors. Number of Overseas Buyers?
BigCommerce
JUNE 11, 2019
Offering an ecommerce business solution where customers can experience your products online is just the first step toward success.
Optimizely
JUNE 26, 2019
How do you make food and beverage products stand out, both online and on store shelves? With consumer’s tastes and preferences changing constantly, you always have to keep up with the latest trends to help your clients succeed. Luckily, David Lemley has been in ecommerce since its inception, which means that he’s also seen the space evolve in the last few years.
Ecommerce Platforms
JUNE 3, 2019
Going by the wide range of email marketing services on the web today, selecting the perfect one for your email campaigns is no walk in the park. It can, admittedly, be a very overwhelming process. One interesting thing you’ll notice, for starters, is that various email marketing services offer pretty much the same range of features. I bet you can already name several email marketing platforms that come with email scheduling, as well as social media integrations, email templates, and free trails.
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Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.
Kissmetrics
JUNE 18, 2019
We all know that links help rankings. And the more links you build the higher you’ll rank. But does it really work that way? Well, the short answer is links do help with rankings and I have the data to prove it. But, you already know that. The real question is what kind of links do you need to boost your rankings? Is it rich anchor text links? Is it sitewide links?
Forrester eCommerce
JUNE 7, 2019
The Benefits of Design Thinking Are Quantifiable and They’re Compelling By Ryan Hart (Principal Analyst, CX) and Benjamin Brown (Senior Consultant, Total Economic Impact) Design thinking has historically enjoyed “blind support” among executive leaders based on its perceived value. However, many of these same leaders now find themselves increasingly under pressure to show the return […].
GetElastic
JUNE 3, 2019
With advancements in technology, the adoption of cashless solutions has increased to a great extent. The upcoming trends in payments will shift how consumers pay in the future; making credit cards and cash (so-called today’s rulers) – a thing of the past. The payment industry. Being one of the most dynamic sectors in the financial-technology realm, the industry seems to have witnessed a 360-degree turnover; be it in regards to services or experience.
BigCommerce
JUNE 20, 2019
Ecommerce trends continue changing in a breeze.
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Optimizely
JUNE 13, 2019
Customers can be a mystery at times. Why did one ecommerce customer buy ten pairs of sandals in a month? And why does another loyal customer only ever buy products from one specific line and nothing else? You don’t always have to understand why exactly your customers make the choices they do — you just have to know that they are doing it and use that data to your advantage to drive customer loyalty.
Ecommerce Platforms
JUNE 24, 2019
As you've landed on this Teachable alternatives roundup, there's a good chance there's an area of expertise you're particularly passionate about. If you're nodding as you read, you'll be pleased to hear you can easily harness your industry know-how to generate a healthy income. All you need is an online platform where you can create and market your own online course.
Kissmetrics
JUNE 4, 2019
If I write a blog post on any topic, what do you think happens? It typically gets indexed by Google the same day I publish the content and within a week it tends to rank high on Google. Then again, I have a domain score of 94 and I have 633,791 backlinks. Just look at the image above. (If you are curious what your link count or domain score is, put in your URL here.).
Forrester eCommerce
JUNE 10, 2019
Salesforce announced today its’ intent to acquire Tableau Software. This move adds a robust data visualization and insights solution to their customer engagement portfolio. Unlike other acquisitions, Tableau will operate under its own brand post acquisition. Tableau Software offers an enterprise BI solution to access, combine and cleanse data from disparate sources.
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Today’s e-commerce landscape is vast and it’s moving fast and is fiercely competitive. To thrive you need to offer the right products to the right customers on the best channels. Learn how to successfully harness the power of omnichannel selling to reach more online buyers, diversify and grow revenue, and reduce cost – while delivering a seamless "shop to ship" customer experience across all channels.
Omnisend
JUNE 25, 2019
Shopify never stops growing and expanding new ecommerce opportunities for its merchants. This huge retail ecosystem is able to facilitate ecommerce businesses of all ranges and sizes. Take the following list of Shopify apps as a lighthouse. These featured applications are high-end tools that we recommend. They are able to cover your marketing, site optimization, Read more The post Top 31 Shopify Apps to Sell More [ 2019 Edition ] appeared first on Ecommerce Marketing Automation | Omnisend.
BigCommerce
JUNE 18, 2019
Product content has always been key to standing out on the very cluttered, very competitive digital shelf.
GetElastic
JUNE 28, 2019
Disclaimer: As a native of New England I enjoy sharing my region’s slang with the world. “Wicked” is a general intensifier. It’s ultimately the better substitution for “really” or “very” ; therefore this article is going to be very quick. For this week’s Wicked Quick, I’m sharing a Q&A from IRCE 2019 where I caught up with Marcus Rottmaier, CRO, Productsup.
Sailthru
JUNE 11, 2019
“Stories have defined our world. They have been with us since the dawn of communication, from cave walls to the tall tales recounted around fires. They have continued to evolve, with their purpose remaining the same: to entertain, to share common experiences, to teach and to pass on traditions.”. Francisco Inchauste wrote those words in a Smashing Magazine article back in 2010.
I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.
Ecommerce Platforms
JUNE 26, 2019
The stats speak for themselves; as many as 15% of online shoppers at one point or another have signed up to receive a product-based monthly subscription. So, if you're an entrepreneur looking for a new venture, now's the time to jump on the bandwagon and launch a subscription-based business. If you're tempted by the idea but unsure where to begin, Chargebee may well be the solution.
Forrester eCommerce
JUNE 5, 2019
Graphene will (eventually) affect all of us whether we know it or not. I’ll explain later, but first, let’s take a step back and level set. What is Graphene? Simply put, it is one single atomic layer of carbon, produced by various methods of separating layers of material from graphite. It only existed in the […].
Omnisend
JUNE 14, 2019
Technology is advancing at breakneck speed. ‘Artificial Intelligence’, ‘Augmented Reality’ and ‘Machine Learning’ are the buzzwords du jour. It’s mind-boggling how they are able to do what we thought only us mortal beings could. Not only do they do these things, they do them better. It is amazing to see how much value they are Read more The post 8 Ways to Boost Your Ecommerce with Machine Learning appeared first on Ecommerce Marketing Automation | Omnisend.
BigCommerce
JUNE 27, 2019
In today’s digital world, consumers are more distracted than ever.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
GetElastic
JUNE 17, 2019
Digital commerce experiences are increasingly stepping outside the bounds of the dot.com website. To make newer touchpoints such as mobile apps, in-store digital, interactive display, rich content and IoT natively shoppable, or support one-touch, gesture or voice-enabled transactions, merchants need to extend payment processing anywhere. The key to achieving anywhere commerce is API-driven systems that allow applications to share and process data.
Steve Dennis
JUNE 3, 2019
You’ve got to hand it to Eddie Lampert; the guy is tenacious. Of course he is also seriously misguided. At least when it comes to Sears. To briefly recap. Act One. In 2004 Lampert decides to merge a struggling and decidedly mediocre retailer (that’d be Sears) with a lousy one (that’d be Kmart). Turns out that didn’t work out too well. 15 years of declining sales, hundreds of store closings, multiple rounds of layoffs and a veritable bonfire of cash burning ensues.
Ecommerce Platforms
JUNE 4, 2019
Confused about HubSpot pricing? You're not the only one. HubSpot is one of the most popular CRM and marketing solutions available today. An innovator when it comes to inbound promotion, HubSpot has been around for more than a decade , and it seems as though they're continually introducing new ways to delight their clients. While there are many things to love about HubSpot, including their state-of-the-art lead management tools and analytics, people often get confused when it comes to figuring ou
Forrester eCommerce
JUNE 4, 2019
To help retailers and brands plan for 2019, Researcher Claudia Tajima and I are interviewing experts within Forrester for our series, “Applying 2019 Predictions To Retail.” Last week, we spoke to Emily Collins about how loyalty trends will affect retailers this year. This week, Claudia interviewed Jennifer Belissent, Ph.D. and principal analyst on Forrester’s consumer […].
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The opportunity for e-commerce merchants in international markets is immense. Data indicates that when international options are available at checkout, merchants see up to 20-60% higher cart conversion and a 128% higher gross merchandise value (GMV) than domestic orders. However, while the opportunities are significant, so are the risks. Without careful planning and strategic partnerships, merchants may face challenges, including high shipping costs, complex customs regulations, and unexpected p
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