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Subscription Ecommerce Websites Saw 4,461% Revenue Boom in 5 Years: 20 Brands Reaping the Benefits

BigCommerce

In 2016, that revenue jumped to $2.6 And while the most popular subscription sites above are focused almost exclusively on membership and subscription services, know this: You don’t have to focus exclusively on subscriptions to make subscription ecommerce a profitable, predictable revenue driver. billion – a 4,461% increase.

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10 Major Shopping Holidays in China: What Global Sellers Need to Know

FastSpring

These events are more than just sales — they are massive ecommerce festivals that drive consumer behavior, presenting significant opportunities for even SaaS, software, mobile game, and other digital product companies to boost revenue. FastSpring is a merchant of record that can help you easily localize and grow your business internationally.

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The 7 Perfect Verticals for Generating Recurring Revenue

Groove

Selling products online often means wild swings in revenue generation based upon trends, seasonality or consumer sentiments. On the flip side, upwards of 75% of a business’s revenue comes from these same months. Food & Beverage. The online food and beverage vertical has exploded in popularity in recent years.

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Best POS Systems

Kissmetrics

Square POS (our overall best) Shopify POS (best for ecommerce retail integrations) Vend POS (best for multiple fashion, sports, or homeware stores) Toast POS (best for restaurants and food businesses) ERPLY POS (best for small franchises). How to Choose The Best POS System for Your Business. per transaction.

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Cyber Week 2017: Black Friday Stats, Cyber Monday Trends + 25 Brands Reveal The Secrets to Their Success

BigCommerce

Each year, BigCommerce looks at same-store sales to determine the real increase in revenue and orders data year over year for ecommerce brands on the platform. That means brands on BigCommerce saw 4% more revenue than those not using the platform. Small Business Saturday: +22.79%. Desktop Still Rules for Revenue.

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30 Great Franchise Business Ideas

Kissmetrics

A franchise business is a licensing model of business where a successful company allows you to run a version of its business using its logo, processes, and in-house resources. Think of the many fast-food stores you see worldwide. Option #3: Start a “Food Franchise” Business. Pizza Franchise Business.

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4 Tips for Staying Ahead of Retail Competitors

Retail TouchPoints

The key takeaway is that investing in technology today sets your business up for ongoing success with nearly endless opportunities. Contactless payment options are yet another big opportunity. According to NACS, 65% of consumers report that contactless payments are their top preference. despite the pandemic.