Steve Dennis

DECEMBER 14, 2018

By now hopefully folks are beginning to accept that Black Friday and Cyber Monday are mostly media events—some would say “media traps” —that actually reveal next to nothing about how the holiday season will ultimately turn out. Moreover, aside from the generally hard to get “door busters,” the best deals are often found over the next several weeks, not on the two days that generate the most hype, er, I mean, attention.

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Optimizely

DECEMBER 12, 2018

When a digital native brand makes the move from Instagram ads to TV ads, it’s a milestone of mainstream success. While they may already have had millions of followers and massive sales online, the move to more traditional media is a line in the sand between an up-and-comer and true success. Shane Pittson is the Head of Marketing for quip , and recently led the digital native brand make the big leap to traditional media.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 11, 2018

In 2018, it seems like we constantly see headlines about retailers that are shutting down a large number of their store locations throughout the U.S. This past summer, Toys ‘R’ Us closed its remaining 200 U.S. stores after 70 years of business. The news of these closings left customers feeling shocked as they observed the end of one of the most iconic names in retail. .

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Every company needs edge computing on its technology roadmap starting in 2019. While many of you may see edge as exclusive to IoT, its value is much wider and will prove as critical to driving up customer experience as content delivery networks (CDN) were in the early days of the Web. Which explains why you […].

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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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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 11, 2018

When it comes to marketing your online business, your return on investment (ROI) is crucial to your success.

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Kissmetrics

DECEMBER 11, 2018

You’ve already experienced it… SEO is becoming harder and harder. As time goes on, it takes longer to rank and you have to spend more money to get the results you want. But the reality is, you can’t wait forever to get results. And you have no choice but to leverage SEO as a tactic because everyone else is doing it. So, what should you do? Well, the first thing you need to do is adjust how you think about SEO.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Algorithms are a new design material, affecting UX in the form of news feeds, recommendations and propensity scores. Unfortunately, it’s not all going smoothly… Want to learn more? Please reach out with any questions; I’m always happy to discuss over inquiry.

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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 14, 2018

When it comes to marketing in 2019, simply using traditional methods is no longer going to cut it.

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My Wife Quit Her Job

DECEMBER 10, 2018

What I love about powerful quotes are that they provide you with a certain perspective that you may not have considered before. But once they resonate with you, they can completely change your outlook on life. The quotes that I’m about to present to you have drastically changed the way I approach business and entrepreneurship. In fact, they have enabled me to run a 7 figure ecommerce store, a 7 figure blog, a podcast, an online store course and a conference all while working a full time jo

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Optimizely

DECEMBER 13, 2018

Personalizing all your marketing communications is extremely effective in ecommerce. The open rate for non-personalized emails is 16%. The open rate for personalized emails is 26%. When customers receive non-personalized emails, the click-to-convert rate is 4%. When they receive personalized emails, the click-to-convert rate is 7%. If you directly communicate with your shoppers via email and personalize it ( more than just saying “ Hi, YOUR NAME ”) through emails, ads, or social media posts in a

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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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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 13, 2018

With GE establishing a new stand-alone software business, we examine what it means for existing and potential customers of GE Digital and for GE. What we know: December 13th 2018 – GE announces the formation of a new industrial IoT software business with $1.2bn in revenue (based on GE Digital sales). The new IIoT company […].

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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Just five years ago, I was a civil engineer straight out of college struggling in the 9-5 world.

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My Wife Quit Her Job

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Today I’m lucky to have Dennis Yu on the show. Dennis is someone who I met at Social Media Marketing World at the speakers mixer and it’s funny. I knew that I recognized the guy right away because he’s been plastered all over my Facebook feed for years. Anyway Dennis is the CTO of BlitzMetrics, a digital marketing company which partners with schools to train young adults, teaching them how to manage social campaigns for large enterprise clients.

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RTP blog

DECEMBER 14, 2018

By Steven O’Toole, NCR Convenience stores are suddenly becoming much more convenient and Amazon’s announcement of its plans to open as many as 3,000 self-serve, cashierless stores is sure to accelerate the trend. Competition from e-Commerce, technological innovations and new consumer expectations have triggered a revolution in retail that is redefining the shopping experience.

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Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 11, 2018

AI and automation have risen to the top of CIOs’ agendas, but most companies aren’t prepared to recognize the full value from their investments. While they’ve spent money on technology, they haven’t invested enough in fundamentals — the people, leadership, and organizational structures that will drive success. Learn how our RQ (Robotics Quotient) model helps clients […].

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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 12, 2018

If I asked you to name the biggest Amazon story of the last year, what would you say?

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My Wife Quit Her Job

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Today I’m lucky to have Dennis Yu on the show. Dennis is someone who I met at Social Media Marketing World at the speakers mixer and it’s funny. I knew that I recognized the guy right away because he’s been plastered all over my Facebook feed for years. Anyway Dennis is the CTO of BlitzMetrics, a digital marketing company which partners with schools to train young adults, teaching them how to manage social campaigns for large enterprise clients.

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RTP blog

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Last week, the RTP. editors identified the bad and the ugly of retail in 2018 , highlighting key instances where retailers and others fumbled the ball. But as the year concludes and the holiday season spreads plenty of cheer, the team wanted to end on an appropriately high note by sharing retail’s positive stories — especially given that 2018 was considered a bounce-back for the industry.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 13, 2018

The edge, and edge computing, figure prominently in a lot of internet of things (IoT) discussions right now. But where — and what — the edge is very quickly gets complicated. Telecoms operators understand the edge of their network. Sellers of servers and gateways know what they’d like their customers to fill the edge with. Beneficiaries of […].

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BigCommerce

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Amazon FBA has become one of the most popular ways to earn income online.

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GetElastic

DECEMBER 10, 2018

B2B ecommerce has exploded to become a major force in the US Economy, and an exciting new selling channel in many traditional industries. Forrester Research reports that the B2B ecommerce market totaled $889 billion in 2017. By 2020, that number is projected to eclipse $1.2 trillion. B2B ecommerce has quietly grown to surpass the size of the more visible B2C ecommerce marketplace, today accounting for 2.5 the volume of B2C online purchases.

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RTP blog

DECEMBER 10, 2018

By Kevin von Keyserling, Keyfactor As the retail industry gets underway for this year’s holiday season, it’s expected that hackers will follow suit. In fact, 80% to 90%. of login attempts made to online retailers’ web sites are hackers using stolen data — the highest percentage of any industry. Widespread coverage of major data breaches, including Amazon’s recent exposure. of user emails, demonstrates that retailers struggle to keep pace with evolving threats.

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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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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Meet Ray. He’s the director of loan operations at a bank – and he’s running out of patience. It takes ages to process customer requests, find customer info, and decide on loans. His team is doing the best it can but is demoralized by poor customer reviews and lost deals. After asking central IT for […].

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Ecommerce Platforms

DECEMBER 10, 2018

Dropshipping has its pros and cons, but most ecommerce professionals can agree that the worst part is finding excellent suppliers who are willing to work with you. Dropified looks to change that, while also providing support for larger stores, compared to competitor Oberlo. To start, we should make it very clear that both Dropified and Oberlo are extremely similar.

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Store Growers

DECEMBER 14, 2018

Long gone are the days of paying 1 or 5 cent for clicks on Google Ads. Today, clicks are expensive. And a high cost per click means that advertisers have to find a balance between profit and traffic. Paying a higher cost per click can get your more visitors, but it will eat into your profits. Bid too low, and your ads won’t even show up. This is a daily struggle for most advertising campaigns.

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GetElastic

DECEMBER 12, 2018

Originally published on BloomReach. Samsclub.com senior manager of site merchandising, Robelle Mancilla shared how her small ecommerce team embraced data to scale conversion just in time for the holiday season. Like many teams today, the site merchandising team at Samsclub.com were expected to do more with less. What typically takes a team of 20 to perform, Mancilla’s team of five were tasked with managing everything from the homepage to the category pages – with delivery expectation

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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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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 10, 2018

IBM’s journey to rebalance its enterprise software portfolio around areas such as AI, hybrid cloud, and supply chain shifted into high gear with an agreement to sell a group of its collaboration and experience products to HCL Technologies for $1.8 billion, as announced on December 6. The products involved in the deal are: Notes, Domino, and Connections for collaboration, Appscan and BigFix in the security arena, plus several […].

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A Better Lemonade Stand

DECEMBER 11, 2018

Check out these online business ideas you can actually start right now so you can earn more revenue and start a business you love. The post Online Business Ideas to Get You Started Making Money on the Internet appeared first on A Better Lemonade Stand.

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SellBrite

DECEMBER 14, 2018

A year ago, you launched a website, complete with a store, numerous product pages, and even a blog. Over time, you saw your site sessions increase, you saw growth in your social media following, and you received positive feedback from customers happy with their purchases. But, even so, your sales are somehow flat. Sure, you’re happy to make any sale, but in order to remain competitive and stay afloat, you need to see your sales grow over time.

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Ecommerce Platforms

DECEMBER 14, 2018

EKM Tutorial: is a powerful system used for making online stores, mainly for businesses in the United Kingdom. It offers a high powered feature set with themes, mobile responsiveness, and useful account management by some of the in-house customer support representatives. As mentioned, EKM is a UK based company, So everything from the pricing to the customer support caterers to merchants in the United Kingdom.

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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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