Omniconvert

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Introduction The time to create an online store is now. According to Oberlo, almost two billion people shop online, and by 2021, it is predicted that this number will rise to a whopping 2.14 billion. Without question, technology and digitalization are taking over our world today. With this in mind, it is quite obvious that digital marketing is extremely important when it comes… The post 5 Reasons Digital Marketing is the Know-how You Need In E-commerce appeared first on eCommerce Growth Bl

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RTP blog

OCTOBER 18, 2019

By Ally Azzarelli, GSP Retail As the retail landscape continues to evolve, finding innovative ways to enhance the customer experience is key. Frictionless or cashierless shopping helps customers save time while allowing retailers to gather detailed customer data and boost revenue. From connected cars and curbside pickup to mobile ordering and Scan & Go technology, these time-saving solutions are delivering mostly positive results.

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BigCommerce

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Please note, all references to “CBD” or “CBD products” within this post refers to hemp-derived CBD, not marijuana-derived CBD.

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Retail Technology Review

OCTOBER 15, 2019

A shift in consumer behaviour has seen the retail sector transition from bricks alone to a combination of bricks and clicks. With new shopping demographics purchasing products in a different format, the rise in e-commerce success has no doubt driven the recent retail revolution, with the world of digital proving increasingly important.

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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.

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RTP blog

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Last week, The National Retail Federation (NRF) revealed in a statement that it was “disappointed” that the U.S. Supreme Court declined to hear a case that would have enabled it to establish a “reasonable, nationwide standard for evaluating web site accessibility claims filed under the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA).” A central point of contention is whether a web site is a “public accommodation” within the ADA in the same way that a physical store is.

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SellBrite

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Consumers have spent $3.53 trillion worldwide with online merchants so far in 2019, and B2C ecommerce — or business-to-consumer electronic commerce — sales are only expected to increase in coming years. This type of ecommerce encompasses any purchase a consumer makes from an online retailer, such as Amazon or Etsy, and is generally what comes to mind when you think of online shopping.

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ChannelAdvisor

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The holidays are fast approaching and brands and retailers of all sizes are busy with last-minute preparations. To help sellers prepare for the season ahead, we decided to highlight some advice from our Managed Services experts in a Q&A blog series. (Read part I here.) . The ChannelAdvisor Managed Services team works with clients every day to provide strategy and execution in their e-commerce efforts — maximizing their presence on marketplaces and optimizing their digital marketing campaigns

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RTP blog

OCTOBER 14, 2019

By Michelle Arney, Cybera Anyone who has shopped recently recognizes just how much rising consumer expectations have changed the retail industry. In particular, consumers are increasingly insisting upon an integrated shopping approach that blurs the lines between physical in-store experiences and digital online experiences. These market trends put even more pressure on retailers that are trying to figure out how to deliver more engaging customer experiences.

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My Wife Quit Her Job

OCTOBER 14, 2019

If you are living paycheck to paycheck or saddled with debt, you probably think it’s impossible to become a millionaire unless you win the lottery or inherit a large sum of money. And it’s true. If you continue down your current path of spending all the money you earn or working at a dead end job, you’ll never ever become a millionaire.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Employees’ Advocacy Boosts Your Content And Customer Interactions While trust in brands has dwindled, B2B buyers hold those same brands’ employees in high regard as authentic and compelling sources of information. And they want to engage with them. In our new research, “Mobilized Employees Engage Buyers With A Trusted Voice,” Matthew Camuso and I explored […].

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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.

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Kissmetrics

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The other day I was recording a podcast episode with my co-host Eric Siu and he wanted to discuss something in particular. He wanted to talk about how I got to 62,000 Instagram followers in a very short period of time and without spending any money on ads or marketing. Eric is a great marketer as well, and when it comes to social media, he spends much more time than me on it and he even has people at his ad agency dedicated to helping him grow his personal brand online.

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BigCommerce

OCTOBER 17, 2019

In ecommerce, the merchant and the customer share a common goal: to get the product from customer order entry to…

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GetElastic

OCTOBER 14, 2019

Year after year, Cyber Monday (the Monday after Thanksgiving) has proven to be one of the busiest shopping days in terms of sales numbers. The average conversion rate for Cyber Monday emails are the highest among all holiday emails, therefore, it’s crucial to implement effective email marketing campaigns if you’re going to stand out amid all the noise.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 15, 2019

I’m continuing the trend my colleague Josh Zelonis started last year during Cybersecurity Awareness Month to share a few stories of the time I almost got hacked. It can — and does — happen to everyone, including folks that should know better. Blaming users for mistakes becomes a trap far too many of us fall […].

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

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My Wife Quit Her Job

OCTOBER 16, 2019

Today I’m thrilled to have Dave Manley on the show. Dave was a finalist for the 5 Minute Pitch, my Shark Tank like show with Mike Jackness, Greg Mercer and Scott Voelker where we gave away 50,000 in cold hard cash. Dave runs MMA Bobblehead which is an ecommerce business selling bobbleheads of UFC fighters. Dave was one of my favorite contestants on the 5 Minute Pitch and I wanted to a deep dive into his story today and how he makes sales.

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BigCommerce

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Please note, all references to “CBD” or “CBD products” within this post refers to hemp-derived CBD, not marijuana-derived CBD.

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GetElastic

OCTOBER 16, 2019

In today’s digital commerce world, customer experience is the key differentiator and competitive basis between brands. Every experience a customer has with both your brand and a competitor will influence their final purchase, and as a result, any commerce offering needs a state-of-the-art solution to capture growth effectively. Great customer experiences are rooted in personalization , and the goal of “one experience per customer” through effective implementation of said personalization can tran

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 15, 2019

The California Attorney General Just Published CCPA Rules, And They’re Clear As Mud Privacy wonks have been awaiting AG Becerra’s draft regulations for CCPA to provide guidance on the law. On Oct. 11th, our patience was rewarded with 24 pages of rules that often confuse more than clarify. For example: While CCPA states that covered […].

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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.

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OCTOBER 14, 2019

US$6.7 trillion. That's the global B2B ecommerce revenue forecast for 2020. The B2B ecommerce market size is growing rapidly YoY, but there's a big challenge here: 50% of B2B buyers prefer to purchase via B2C platforms. The problem? B2C ecommerce websites and businesses evolved quickly, leaving B2B portals far behind, and today, they provide a richer customer experience than most B2B ecommerce portals.

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MakeWebBetter

OCTOBER 18, 2019

The festive season is for three things- Eating, Shopping, and Enjoying! No one likes to sit back in their home eating popcorn. Every individual on this planet has his/her festive plan ready by their side. After food, the thing that comes in mind is shopping. If you think I am talking about shopping only because […]. The post Top WooCommerce Plugins To Drive More Holiday Sales That Works!

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A Better Lemonade Stand

OCTOBER 18, 2019

There are lots of great AliExpress alternatives out there that you can use to source your drop shipping products. Discover the great alternatives here! The post 20 AliExpress Alternatives to Source Your Drop Shipping Products From appeared first on A Better Lemonade Stand.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 13, 2019

Cloud has been evolving very fast driven by emerging technologies in recent years, and its position has fully changed. As one of the major players of cloud in China, Alibaba Cloud has been making strategic investment in several key areas including emerging technologies to fuel the evolution. You can check more details about my thoughts […].

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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.

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GetElastic

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Right now, it seems like 5G is everywhere , even though this next generation of wireless service has yet to be widely deployed. It’s the subject of massive competition between the U.S. and China (somewhat of a 21st-century space race) and perhaps even greater speculation over rollout, coverage areas and international impact. One thing is certain: 5G is on the near horizon , and with up to 100 times the speed of current wireless networks, it stands to affect nearly every part of our daily lives.

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Steve Dennis

OCTOBER 14, 2019

At a time when many believe that e-commerce is eating the world and brick-and-mortar retail is dying a slow death, it may be hard to believe that some rather large retailers are just now exploring this new-fangled thing we call online shopping. Recently, Marshall’s finally launched e-commerce. The off-price retailer is but one of the brands in the TJX portfolio that has approached the era of digital disruption at a snail’s pace.

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Ecommerce Platforms

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Constant Contact is one of those brand names that almost everyone in the ecommerce and digital marketing spaces is seemingly familiar with. The company has promoted its products widely and it continues to make a name for itself, especially when it comes to email marketing. We’ll give them that. But, while many people are now vaguely aware of its powerful email marketing features (which you can learn from our detailed Constant Contact Review here ), there’s a lot of confusion surrounding Constant

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 13, 2019

Two weeks ago, I attended Alibaba Cloud’s Apsara Conference 2019 in Hangzhou, China. I learned new insights about how Alibaba is going to further strengthen and expand its already powerful ecosystem, and Cloud will play a key role in its updated platform business strategies.

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Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Omnisend

OCTOBER 17, 2019

Black Friday and the holiday season is just around the corner and all marketers are getting ready like crazy. Be it an entry-level or big brand – everyone is eager to get its piece of holiday shopping cake. The biggest headache for most of the merchants is how they can stand out from that overwhelming Read more The post 5 Omnichannel Marketing Ideas for Black Friday and Holiday Campaigns appeared first on Ecommerce Marketing Automation | Omnisend.

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GetElastic

OCTOBER 17, 2019

With the growing number of options available to online shoppers, your customer’s experience while searching your site will have a direct impact on your sales. Therefore, in order to fully improve and optimize for your digital customers you need to understand how your customers use your ecommerce site and other digital touchpoints. The more seamless the experience, the more likely the customer will return to your website or app.

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Retail Technology Review

OCTOBER 15, 2019

Ethoca, the leading provider of collaboration-based technology solutions that help card issuers and online merchants increase card acceptance and stop ecommerce fraud and disputes, has won ‘Most Innovative Online Solution’ at the UK Fraud Awards 2019.

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Forrester eCommerce

OCTOBER 13, 2019

Two weeks ago, Alibaba Cloud’s Apsara Conference 2019 took place in Hangzhou, China. It has been 10 years since Alibaba Cloud’s establishment in 2009. In just 10 years, Alibaba Cloud has become one of the world’s most fascinating and cutting-edge technology businesses. For companies who want to lead the world in tech-driven innovations and digital business, […].

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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

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