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Wayfair Launches Paid Loyalty Program Offering 5% Rewards and Free Shipping
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 23, 2024
Wayfair has introduced Wayfair Rewards , a loyalty program with a $29 annual subscription price.
It’s Time to Consider Ecommerce Subscriptions for Your Online Business
Optimizely
DECEMBER 11, 2020
Ecommerce subscriptions are on the rise across all verticals, from Health & Beauty to Sports. You’d be surprised to see how many fishing subscription boxes exist!) According to Shopify , brands can turn any product or service into a subscription these days. Subscription data from ReCharge is no different.
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What Is AOV? Meaning, Importance & Tips to Improve Average Order Value
Groove
OCTOBER 14, 2024
When you are able to boost the average amount of money that a customer spends on each order, you can reduce the need to acquire more customers and potentially cut shipping costs. Free shipping thresholds: We’ve all seen this tactic; once your purchase hits a certain amount, you no longer have to pay for shipping.
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How Subscription Strategies can Supercharge Loyalty Programs
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 2, 2024
To guard against member indifference, retailers may want to consider adopting subscription program elements that can both boost “stickiness” and reveal more about customers’ wants and needs. of respondents), as well as free or discounted shipping (the next-highest response at 63.2% ). As a whole, loyalty programs are quite popular.
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Bridging the Online and Offline: How to Apply Product Thinking to Expanding Your eCommerce Business
Speaker: John Cutler, Product Evangelist and Coach at Amplitude
Even brick and mortar businesses are integrating more digital approaches to CX -- testing out loyalty programs and subscription-based models. Companies have to develop new muscles, challenge their existing biases, and “learn as fast as they ship.”. How product data can optimize your subscription and loyalty models.
Subscription Pro Tips: Encourage Loyalty and Long-Term Relationships by Making it Easy to Cancel
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 1, 2022
Subscriptions can be tricky business, not least because most consumers at one time or another have had a bad experience with a subscription service. That has not stopped consumers from subscribing though, especially with the rise of new takes on the model (box services, auto shipping and streaming TV, to name just a few).
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5 Tips for Maintaining Subscription Momentum
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 3, 2023
subscription ecommerce sales will continue to see double-digit growth over the coming years, swelling from $33.48 That’s a good sign for CPG brands, which are capable of making the most seamless transition to subscriptions: deodorant, toothpaste, diapers and even smoothie packets quickly become part of consumers’ routines.
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Americans are Embracing Subscription Services and Digital Goods in a Big Way
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 21, 2021
The adoption of subscription-based services and digital goods purchases were on the rise well before COVID-19 hit. consumer now pays for four different video streaming subscriptions. There are subscription shopping services now available too. Consumers grow to rely on their subscription service providers. The average U.S.
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How to Launch a Subscription Box For Your Company
Kissmetrics
APRIL 12, 2021
They offer some of the best-known subscription boxes around, reflecting an increasingly popular (and potentially lucrative) business model. Why Should You Launch a Subscription Box? According to MarketsandMarkets , the subscription and recurring billing market will grow to around $7.8 How to Create a Subscription Box.
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The Case For Subscription Service In CPG
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 29, 2020
The Shift To Subscription Models. Businesses across many industries are shifting toward a new business model, one driven by subscriptions rather than singular product purchases. The advantages of a subscription-based business are clear. In fact, this category of subscription has the highest conversion, at 65%.
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With Consumers Awash in Subscriptions, Brands Set Sights on Paid Membership
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 6, 2023
The subscription economy has been the subject of dire headlines recently, with terms like “subscription fatigue,” “ the great unsubscribe ” and even “ subscription apocalypse ” being bandied about. The Subscription Trade Association ’s (SUBTA) annual report found that nearly all ( 95.8% ) U.S.
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Subscription Commerce Snapshot: Discounts are Out, Content and Community Are In
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 24, 2022
“Subscription commerce” was all the rage as companies like Stitch Fix and Blue Apron were riding their rocket ships to unicorn status. In fact, there’s strong evidence that subscriptions are still in a growth mode, albeit a slower one than previously. 3 Ways to Fix the Subscription Commerce Model.
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Dr. Squatch Focuses on Shipping Experience to Drive Global Growth
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 6, 2023
That’s why over the past decade it has grown into a $100 million subscription company and is now turning an eye to global growth. But as a digital-first brand with a very narrow focus — men’s all-natural soap, deodorant and hair care — Dr. Squatch has had to ensure its approach to growth is efficient and effective.
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Direct Wines Pairs Lifetime Movies with Wines in New Subscription Service
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 24, 2023
A+E Networks and Direct Wines have teamed up to create a new wine subscription program catering to viewers of the Lifetime network. shipping and sales tax). Thereafter, club cases cost $164.99 , but Lifetime Club members will have access to discounts (guaranteed to be at least 20% ) and other rewards.
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7 Ways Brands are Transforming Customers Into Members with Subscriptions
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 25, 2021
Subscriptions originally emerged as a way of creating recurring revenue models for retailers and brands. Today, subscriptions are an entire economy — the next phase of which will be defined by transforming regular customers into loyal members. Hook Customers With An Introductory Offer: Convertible Subscriptions Model.
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How Macy’s, Jacadi and Amazon Leverage the Bottom of the Funnel to Boost Conversions and AOV
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 24, 2024
How Macy’s is Making Checkout ‘One of the Happiest Moments Online’ As Macy’s retail media network evolves, the retailer is increasingly focused on capturing non-endemic ad dollars — that is, advertising from brands not typically associated with the department store chain such as travel partners or subscription and streaming services. “We
Claire’s Debuts Subscription Service as it Seeks New Ways to Connect with Gen Z
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 22, 2021
Jewelry and accessories retailer Claire’s is tapping into “drop” culture with its newest offering, a subscription box service called cDrop. Aimed at “fostering self-expression” among its core Gen Z demographic, each box retails for $30 and is shipped quarterly, with no ongoing commitment for customers.
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Stitch Fix Moves Beyond Subscriptions with Hyper-Personalized Direct Shopping Experience
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 21, 2021
Online personal styling service Stitch Fix is continuing to expand beyond its core subscription fashion service into direct buying with the launch of Freestyle, a personalized shopping experience that allows anyone to buy items anytime without being a current subscriber. Because the experience — which is available now for U.S.
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ShipStation Alternatives for 3PL and Shipping Success
Ecommerce Platforms
SEPTEMBER 20, 2022
As one of the most popular shipping apps for ecommerce order fulfillment, ShipStation often gets recommended for managing shipments, finding great deals from carriers, and sending tracking codes. ShipStation is a shipping platform for ecommerce store owners to manage all parcel shipments and tracking in one dashboard. Toggle accordion.
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5 Must-Know Tips For Shopify Subscription Programs
Groove
OCTOBER 7, 2022
If you’ve found this blog, you likely have product(s) that you currently sell, or wish to sell, through a subscription-based model. Before we jump in, It is important that we all understand the three most common categories of subscription programs that are used across the internet. Types of Subscription Programs. Replenishment.
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Lowe’s Aligns Pro Loyalty Program with Consumer Offering
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 18, 2025
Additionally, in November 2024 , Lowes debuted a digital home platform that provides loyalty program members with free personalized information about the products in their home, including warranties, manuals, how-to guides, recommended subscriptions and replacement parts.
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Shopify Subscriptions App: 5 Must-Know Tips for your Program
Groove
OCTOBER 7, 2022
If you’ve found this blog, you likely have product(s) that you currently sell, or wish to sell, with a Shopify subscriptions app. Before we jump in, We all must understand the three most common categories of subscription programs that are used across the internet. A fairly well-known example of this subscription type is Bespoke Post.
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Three Types of Promotions Merchants Can Use To Attract Subscribers
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 8, 2022
But they can also open the door to a long-term relationship through subscriptions. According to our recent survey , more than a quarter (26%) of respondents said that discounts motivated their decision to enroll in a subscription experience. For example, making a dedicated subscription purchase free, such as every fifth order.
An In-Depth ShippingEasy Review: What This Shipping Solution Has to Offer
Ecommerce Platforms
JANUARY 9, 2023
So, hopefully, by the end of this blog post, you'll have a better idea of whether this solution meets the shipping needs of your business. If you haven't gathered from ShippingEasy's name, ShippingEasy is a shipping platform (Duh!). Headquartered in Austin, TX, ShippingEasy truly excels in streamlining your shipping operations.
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Best Buy Expands Loyalty Initiatives with My Best Buy Memberships
Retail TouchPoints
MAY 11, 2023
Best Buy is the latest retailer attempting to capitalize on the 61% of consumers who have up to four subscriptions. My Best Buy Memberships , which will launch nationwide on June 27, is a new suite of membership options designed to give consumers more flexibility based on their technology needs, budget and lifestyle.
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The 19 Ecommerce Growth Challenges of 2018, Outlined by Amazon’s Annual Report
BigCommerce
APRIL 26, 2018
Amazon Customer Base, Revenue & Shipping Data. Some of the biggest highlights of Amazon’s Annual Report were company insights shared for the very first time – like information around membership and revenue around Amazon Prime, the company’s subscription service. billion in subscription revenue. Amazon Prime generated $9.7
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Modern Luxury Media Merges Content and Commerce with New Fashion Rental Service
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 20, 2022
When they’re ready to try something new, they can exchange styles for three new ones with unlimited exchanges and returns, free priority shipping and complimentary laundering services. Fashion subscription service Stitch Fix is also continuing to experience declines in its business.
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How FastSpring’s Proforma Invoice API Automates Subscription Renewals, Upgrades, and Add-Ons to Maximize Revenue
FastSpring
AUGUST 12, 2024
Throughout the year, sales and subscription management teams juggle hundreds or thousands of subscription upgrades, add-ons, and renewals across customer accounts. Create accurate proforma invoices for subscription renewals, upgrades, downgrades, and add-ons to streamline budgeting and pre-approve costs. Increase Renewal Rates.
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Survey: 11% of Americans Subscribed to Walmart+ in its First Two Weeks
Retail TouchPoints
OCTOBER 5, 2020
The killer feature of Walmart+ may be free shipping on orders over $35 , which 35% of respondents cited as the program’s most exciting part. Walmart+ gives the retail giant’s customers a good reason to keep shopping with it during the pandemic, and free shipping could provide an edge as retailers compete over smaller wallets this year.
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The Bouqs Company is Blooming in 3 California Whole Foods Stores
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 11, 2024
Additionally, the brand is focused on building its ecommerce business through its subscription service, which already ships hundreds of thousands of orders annually, according to the company. To support its omnichannel expansion, Bouqs has secured $23 million in debt and equity from CrowdOut Capital.
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Bed Bath & Beyond Debuts New BNPL Option and Rewards Program Across All Three Brands
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 23, 2022
The tiered program offers a complimentary subscription in addition to paid options. Bed Bath & Beyond is also introducing a credit card tied to the new program.
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Even Late to the Paid Membership Party, Target Believes it’s ‘Starting from a Position of Strength’
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 21, 2024
Fighting Subscription Fatigue as Consumers Shed Memberships As Prime has proven for years, getting customers into a paid membership program can pay off in spades for retailers. In fact, just as more retailers are adding subscription offerings, consumers are shedding them. So the big question is — what happens next?
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Walmart+ Creates its Own Shopping Holiday Following Amazon Prime Price Increase
Retail TouchPoints
FEBRUARY 28, 2022
Alibaba has Singles Day and Amazon has Prime Day , and now Walmart is making its own mark on the calendar with an exclusive event to promote the Walmart+ subscription service.
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The Pros and Cons of Dropshipping (+22 Dropship Suppliers to Get You Started)
BigCommerce
MARCH 17, 2017
Once you make it over that hurdle, it’s time to deal with order fulfillment and shipping. That means you, the store owner, don’t need to keep products in stock or worry about shipping. Margins aren’t great but it’s a trade off, you don’t have to invest in stock, store, pack or ship the product.
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Late Deliveries: Common Causes and Effective Management Tips
lateshipment
MARCH 8, 2025
Late delivery incidents are frequent, almost inevitable, and happen primarily because shipping carriers fail to keep up with their promises of on-time delivery despite their busy schedules during times like the holiday season and while facing supply chain disruptions. Well, here are the top 10 most common causes of late deliveries: 1.
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How Your Brand Can Reward Holiday Shopping Procrastinators
Retail TouchPoints
DECEMBER 8, 2021
In light of well-publicized shipping delays and inventory shortages, they may find some empty shelves. Subscription boxes. Digital subscriptions. adults revealed that, while expectations around delivery and shipping are split, concern has begun to rise. But all is not lost for them and we’re here to tell you why.
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New Research Reveals the Keys to an Impactful Membership Model
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 12, 2024
The early 2010s brought consumers an onslaught of subscription services. As time passed, though, the novelty of some of these subscriptions faded. Membership is the key to friendship, and [with a] subscription, you’re just a user,” said another. A membership is like being a part of a group,” said one respondent.
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CaaStle Helps Retailers Launch Rent-to-Own Services
Retail TouchPoints
JUNE 10, 2021
CaaStle also powers subscription-based rental services for retailers through its Clothing as a Service (CaaS) program. Both platforms let retailers own the customer experience, while CaaStle handles the technology, reverse logistics, shipping and cleaning.
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Walmart Adds Spotify to Membership Benefits, Expands Wellness Offerings
Retail TouchPoints
MARCH 10, 2022
For $12.95 /month or $98 /year, Walmart+ members already receive free grocery delivery from stores, free shipping with no order minimum, contactless checkout, member prices on prescriptions and fuel, early access to Black Friday deals and access to members-only Walmart.com events. in a blog post.
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How to Get Your Products in Walmart Marketplace
Kissmetrics
NOVEMBER 16, 2020
Don’t forget to factor in shipping fees and other costs. You don’t pay monthly or annual subscriptions. Factor in costs like: Referral Fee Shipping costs Returns fees Your purchase costs Any overhead costs you have, e.g., electricity, labor costs, and other merchant costs if applicable. Next, it’s time to add some details.
How to Evaluate Market Viability for Your Products
BigCommerce
FEBRUARY 1, 2018
If the product you’re considering is large, awkwardly shaped or heavy, you’re going to have some high shipping costs. Think you can pass the cost of shipping on to your customers? Shipping cost is a top reason for cart abandonment. Free shipping however is tightening profit margins across all industries. Get the Guide.
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Walmart Adds Streaming to Walmart+ Membership With Paramount+ Partnership
Retail TouchPoints
AUGUST 16, 2022
Walmart is further enhancing the value of a Walmart+ membership with the addition of a Paramount+ Essential subscription at no extra cost. Walmart already has made several other moves to improve its membership service since its launch in September 2020 , including removing shipping minimums and adding six months of Spotify Premium access.
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ShipNetwork Review: Is This Fulfillment Service for You?
Ecommerce Platforms
JANUARY 5, 2023
If you’ve been around the block of ecommerce, you likely know just how vital shipping is. So, now customers expect shipping times of just a few days and often expect low-cost or even free shipping. This is where fulfillment solutions for smoother, faster, and easier shipping come into their own.
Walmart Debuts New Ecommerce Platform to Help SMBs ‘Save Time, Money and Hassle’
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 24, 2023
Additionally, companies can upgrade their membership plan to the new Walmart Business+ membership, which offers free shipping with no minimums; free pickup and delivery from store with a $35 minimum order; 2% rewards on orders of $250 or more; and savings of 5% on eligible subscription orders.
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