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Alibaba Supply Chain Exec Recommends Futureproofing with AI, Blockchain and Crowdsourcing

Retail TouchPoints

In 2020 he joined Alibaba, where he is now tasked with developing the company’s strategy and building platform-level solutions around international shipping, logistics, cross-border trade and global expansion. This will cause the channel to continue to narrow, further reducing ship traffic.

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How GlassesUSA.com Uses AR, Computer Vision and Dynamic Recommendations to Enhance Online Eyewear Shopping

Retail TouchPoints

Indeed, that combination of factors is exactly what has made the eyewear industry ripe for disruption. In 2018, GlassesUSA.com partnered with experience optimization platform Dynamic Yield to simplify the product discovery process with dynamic recommendations. Empowering Shoppers to ‘Own Their Vision Care’.

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Ecwid Pricing Plans 2023: Packages, Fees, and Add-on Costs

Ecommerce Platforms

Today, we’re exploring the various features and capabilities included in the range of Ecwid pricing plans available to today’s ecommerce brands. On the surface, Ecwid’s pricing structure seems pretty straightforward. Within the ecosystem, users can define shipping rates, accept credit card payments, set up product catalogues and more.

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5 Effective Strategies for Competitive Price Benchmarking

Algopix

In the ever-evolving world of eCommerce, pricing has become a critical factor that can make or break a business. With countless online stores vying for the attention and wallets of consumers, it’s crucial for eCommerce businesses to have a competitive pricing strategy in place.

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How Retailers Can Control Costs Even As Return Rates Climb

Retail TouchPoints

Returns are a cost of doing business for any retailer. Most industries now have return rates close to normal levels. Consolidating returns at a store location is less costly than paying to ship one item from a residence, and a larger volume of customers can be moved through quickly if they don’t have to exit their cars.

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As Ecommerce Growth Continues, Retailers Turn ‘Steely-Eyed’ Gaze to Profitability

Retail TouchPoints

Additionally, rising shipping costs , talent shortages and the ease with which consumers can compare offers online make ecommerce profitability a particularly tough challenge. The retail industry has been built for the last 150 years around physical stores,” explained Anderson. “We’ve

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Can You Price Below MAP Prices?

Wiser

If you work in the retail industry, you’ve likely heard of or encountered a MAP policy. Online shopping has exponentially increased the ease with which consumers can find products and compare prices between different retailers, so MAP has become a crucial aspect of product selling for many manufacturers. What Is a MAP Policy.