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DECEMBER 21, 2020

If you’re tired of dealing with dirty sellers on Amazon or if you’re getting squeezed out by Amazon’s rising costs, here are 14 Amazon alternatives to consider for ecommerce business owners. Amazon is one of the world’s largest marketplaces, which makes it an attractive platform to sell physical products online. Amazon controls over 50% of the ecommerce pie and US-based small businesses (SMBs) sell more than 4,000 items per minute on the platform!

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Salsify

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Achieving faster speed to market is crucial to winning on the digital shelf. How you enrich or add new product content within your system of record can be a big part of those improvements to quickly update existing products or bring new products to market.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 22, 2020

(Written with Benjamin Corey, senior research associate at Forrester) Telehealth (virtual care) usage has skyrocketed during the pandemic. When you roll back the tape a few months, healthcare providers were able to (very quickly) stand up virtual care capabilities without having to go through the intensive HIPAA compliance protocols required in the healthcare industry.

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Kissmetrics

DECEMBER 24, 2020

Instagram SEO is important for businesses and brand owners who are thinking about getting more eyes and more engagement on their Instagram posts. How can you optimize search for the posts you create? Initially, searching was limited to hashtags or user accounts. A later feature to Instagram is searching by interest, not just by hashtags or user accounts.

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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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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Nike plans to open 30 stores in the second half of 2021 as the retailer positions itself for long-term growth. Leaders discussed their plans for the business, including growing its connections with shoppers and improving supply chain capabilities, on a Dec. 18 call with analysts. The retailer’s plan to better connect with consumers will include “scaling direct connections with contactable members,” according to Matt Friend, EVP and CFO at Nike.

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Groove

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Shopify reports that 82% of smartphone users consult their devices when making an in-store purchase. Add in the number of sales made exclusively on mobile devices and the importance of mobile optimization becomes unavoidable. The challenge for many businesses, however, is developing a mobile eCommerce strategy that makes sense for them. Ultimately, going through this prior to investing time and money can be the difference between success and failure.

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Kissmetrics

DECEMBER 23, 2020

“Natural language processing” (NLP) sounds complicated, but its applications are simple. Chances are, you already use NLP dozens or even hundreds of times per day. For example: If you use predictive text on your phone, you’re using NLP. When you search for something on Google , you’re using NLP. If you ask a voice assistant like Alexa or Siri a question, you’re using NLP.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Retail businesses have faced myriad challenges in 2020. First came the COVID-19 outbreak, with a global recession close on its heels. Now, few experts have meaningful advice to offer beyond advising investment in ecommerce. Even so, online sales aren’t always enough to keep brick-and-mortar retailers out of bankruptcy. To future-proof your business, you need to think beyond social distancing precautions and reimagine the customer experience from the ground up.

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Groove

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Advertising on various platforms is a great way for businesses to increase visibility and brand awareness. Whether your goal is to increase sales or drive leads, an optimized B2B advertising strategy will help to drive engagement and website traffic. In this blog, we're sharing how you can leverage Google, Facebook and Instagram ads to promote your B2B eCommerce store.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Back in March, Nick Barber and I teamed up to help B2B marketers assess whether virtual events were a viable alternative to physical, as COVID-19 forced event managers to cancel in–person events wholesale. More than six months later, we now see virtual decisions stretching into 2021 as more B2B marketers evaluate how much of a role digital events will play in their marketing strategy.

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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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DECEMBER 21, 2020

You might be familiar with A.I. and what it can do. You might not know that there is a subset of it that plays a vital part in digital marketing. It’s called Natural Language Generation, and it’s more prevalent than you might think. One of the best examples of natural language generation is Google’s Smart Compose. If you use Google’s email platform, you’ve already seen this in action: as you type out an email, Google provides suggestions to finish your sentence.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Poshmark has filed for an initial public offering on Nasdaq under the symbol POSH, according to a filing with the SEC. The reseller, which first announced the plans in late September 2020, has not issued a target price range or the number of shares to be made available. As of February 2020, shoppers were expressing increased interest in second-hand clothing: at the time, used items took up 14% of consumers’ closet space, according to a Poshmark study.

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Optimizely

DECEMBER 21, 2020

2020 will go down as one of the most disruptive years for humankind as we’ve had to adjust the way we work and go about our day-to-day lives. Over the past 10 months, we’ve witnessed people in our personal and professional lives tackle challenges, big and small, that arose from the unexpected events of 2020. We’ve seen many of our clients be nimble and adjust to the changes throughout each quarter.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Since the onset of the COVID-19 pandemic in the US in March, we’ve been tracking precisely how the pandemic and related crises have taken an emotional toll on consumers by applying Forrester’s Consumer Energy Index, our data-driven framework that captures how ready and willing consumers are to reach out to brands. Conditions during the first […].

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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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DECEMBER 22, 2020

To have a successful e-commerce platform, you have to pay to play. Some of the top US brands spend billions on advertising to secure their internet advertising space. If you can’t keep up with the big companies that spend billions of dollars on their advertising campaigns, there are still a few ways you can get your brand noticed. One such method is an influencer promotion campaign.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 25, 2020

In a time when industry standards and strategies are changing almost weekly, labor costs continue to rise, bringing headaches to the minds of grocery industry leaders and management teams alike. Many grocers tend to think too big-picture when it comes to finding solutions for increasing labor costs. In reality, some of the easiest ways to decrease labor costs offer tangible, efficient and adaptable solutions that grocers can implement almost immediately.

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MakeWebBetter

DECEMBER 24, 2020

WooCommerce product categories, tags, and attributes will be an easy road for you after this article. An online store helps you increase your brand name and awareness globally, seven days a week, with no time boundations and improves client service through greater flexibility. And an online venture with WooCommerce is probably the best way to […]. The post WooCommerce Product Categories, Tags, And Attributes: All You Need To Know appeared first on MakeWebBetter.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 23, 2020

The holidays are virtual for many of us this year, and people are starting to think about how to make these interactions meaningful.

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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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DECEMBER 20, 2020

Disclosure: This content is reader-supported, which means if you click on some of our links that we may earn a commission. Webcasting has quickly become a popular large-scale communication tool in the digital era. It’s a way for businesses and individuals to communicate with hundreds or even thousands of people worldwide. Webcasting can be leveraged for a broad scope of use cases, like lead generation, customer support, internal company communications, and so much more.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Great American Outdoors Group, parent company of Bass Pro Shops , Cabela’s and White River Marine Group , will acquire Sportsman’s Warehouse for $785 million in cash, according to The Street. The transaction is expected to close in the second half of 2021. Once the deal closes, Sportsman’s Warehouse will offer shoppers Bass Pro Shops’ fishing tackle and Cabela’s hunting gear as well as an overall expanded ecommerce selection.

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ecomdash

DECEMBER 23, 2020

COVID-19 has transformed the way consumers shop and retailers sell. Learn how to restore brand loyalty during the pandemic. The post How to Restore Brand Loyalty During the Pandemic appeared first on Ecomdash.

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Forrester eCommerce

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Each holiday season, children get a visit from the jolly Santa Claus or the demonic Krampus, depending on their behavior throughout the year.

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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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DECEMBER 19, 2020

Disclosure: This content is reader-supported, which means if you click on some of our links that we may earn a commission. Do you dream of having an online shop that attracts customers immediately? You need an e-commerce website that makes it easy for you to sell and for customers to buy. Don’t think your WordPress theme matters? Think again. WordPress already comes with inherent features.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 23, 2020

Kroger and ShopRite will help administer the COVID-19 vaccine nationwide via their pharmacies and clinics, in partnership with the federal government and state health departments. They are the latest retailers to announce their participation, joining Walmart , Walgreens , CVS Health , Stop & Shop and others in distributing the vaccine as widely as possible.

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eCommerce CEO

DECEMBER 19, 2020

It’s easier than ever before to start an online business even without any formal education or business experience. If you’re looking for a list of online business ideas for beginners, I’ve got you covered. Nah, we’re not talking about little side hustles here. Although, you can make legit money online with a side hustle. In … 99 Best Online Business Ideas for Beginners Read More ».

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MakeWebBetter

DECEMBER 21, 2020

Modern eCommerce retail comes in three forms — Normal Retail, Affiliate, and Dropshipping. Normal retail includes purchasing and storing inventory, setting up online stores, marketing the store, packaging, and shipping when an order is received, handling return and exchange, etc. All of that requires a physical office, high initial investment, a bigger team, and full-time […].

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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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DECEMBER 21, 2020

Print on demand can be a convenient, cost-efficient way to get your creations out there. Of course, like anything in business, there are pros and cons to using print on demand. However, the many opportunities available with print on demand services are almost limitless. Putting your creativity to work, you may find print on demand is a great way to supplement, experiment with, or support your business goals.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Seeking to minimize customers’ return complexities, Walmart has partnered with FedEx for at-home pickup of unwanted gifts or ill-fitting apparel. Customers can schedule returns via the new Carrier Pickup by FedEx service for products that have been shipped and sold by Walmart.com, using either the website or the Walmart app. The free service will extend beyond the 2020 holiday season, according to a blog post by Linne Fulcher, VP, Customer Strategy, Science and Journeys for Walmart U.S.

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Wiser

DECEMBER 22, 2020

Direct-to-consumer (D2C or DTC) brands are everywhere these days: advertised on buses, pulling shoppers in on Instagram, and increasingly setting up storefronts on Main Streets around the world. While online retail channels were a great way to build their businesses initially, there are many added benefits to brick-and-mortar as well. These include easier product repairs (think Warby Parker glasses) and more opportunities to build relationships with new and existing customers as they browse offe

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Ecommerce Platforms

DECEMBER 21, 2020

A constant dilemma when starting an online store involves the question of your logo. How do you go about making one? Is there a certain amount of money you should spend? After you spend that money is there a guarantee that the logo reflects your brand and actually looks good? These are all valid questions considering a custom logo can actually cost quite a bit of money.

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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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