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11 Mistakes Emerging Ecommerce Brands Make and How to Avoid Them

BigCommerce

You have a great idea, a great product and all signs point to your new company moving past being an…

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The Future of Shopping: What to Expect in 2032

Retail TouchPoints

Over the last two years, the retail industry evolved faster than we could’ve imagined. Ecommerce, along with other digital channels, took center stage as new shopping habits formed and expectations drastically shifted. While we won’t be traveling in flying cars to our favorite stores anytime soon, we’re still on the fast track to a transformed shopping experience.

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How to Segment Your Customers

Omniconvert

Learn how to segment your customers based on the buying patterns you identify so you can communicate more effectively. The post How to Segment Your Customers appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.

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Five Notable Fintech Attributes And Companies

Forrester eCommerce

[This post was coauthored by Christy Lano.] Forrester’s latest report on the state of fintech shows that funding for fintech companies not only rebounded (from a decidedly down year in 2021) but has skyrocketed to new, historic heights. To dive deeper into this research, we’re looking at specific fintech companies and — more importantly — […].

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The Future of Multi-Vendor Commerce

In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.

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4 Ways to Differentiate Your Emerging Ecommerce Brand

BigCommerce

Your new company features a great product and there’s genuine hope and excitement among your team about the days ahead.

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How Conversational AI Keeps Retailers Running Efficiently and Effectively

Retail TouchPoints

In January, at the height of the Omicron surge and in the midst of pandemic-driven supply chain woes, McKinsey & Company published an exploration of the ways in which companies are “vulnerable” to supply chain disruption. Likewise, Deloitte shared its perspective on the evolving employment landscape and how retailers are working to “convert pandemic struggles into strengths.”.

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Observations On The Atlassian Outage

Forrester eCommerce

What Is Going On? One of our less pleasant responsibilities here at Forrester is commenting on serious business, security, or technical failures in the digital and IT industry. Due to its duration and the implications for a subset of the user base, the current Atlassian outage rises to that level. Atlassian is staking its future […].

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How to Change Themes on Shopify (And Transfer Most Of Your Content)

Ecommerce Platforms

A significant advantage of Shopify over the competition is its library of beautiful, modern, responsive themes. You can choose from hundreds of themes, with designs made for industries like fashion, sporting goods, outdoor adventure, blogging, electronics, and more. But many users encounter the question of how to change themes in Shopify. After all, new Shopify installations already come with a default theme, so you'll have to change out that one if it doesn't work for your brand.

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Reuters: Franchise Group Makes $9 Billion Bid for Kohl’s

Retail TouchPoints

Kohl’s has reportedly received a $9 billion takeover offer from Franchise Group , the parent company of The Vitamin Shoppe and Buddy’s Home Furnishings , three people familiar with the matter told Reuters. The offer values Kohl’s at $69 per share, slightly lower than the $70 per share Hudson’s Bay Co. said it is willing to pay but still well above Kohl’s April 11 share price of $57.24.

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400: Special Episode! Steve And Jen Chou Get Interviewed By Toni Herrbach

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today is special because it’s the 400th episode of the My Wife Quit Her Job podcast! Can you believe that I’ve been publishing this podcast religiously once per week for 8 years? During this period, I’ve met and chatted with 100s of successful entrepreneurs at length. I’ve been invited to speak at many conferences, and the podcast has opened many doors for me over the years.

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From Data to Decisions: Maximizing Retail Potential with AI

Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and guest speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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SaaS Outages: When Lightning Strikes, Thunder Rolls

Forrester eCommerce

Just like with self-managed infrastructure, the key to surviving SaaS outage is knowing the risks, implementing strategies to mitigate and control those risks, and then testing your strategy to make sure it works and everyone knows how to execute in the case of crisis.

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Courses app by Architechpro OÜ Review

Ecommerce Platforms

E-learning is a booming industry. In fact, the market hit record growth in 2020, reaching $250 billion. With the innovation of AI, augmented learning, and the increasing popularity of SaaS, more and more companies are looking to integrate e-learning into their business strategy. That said, if you're a Shopify store owner, you might already sell digital products online.

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Peloton Announces Subscription Fee Increase, Lowers Cost of Equipment

Retail TouchPoints

Peloton made changes to its pricing structure as the on-demand fitness class and home-equipment company raised pricing for its All-Access membership. Beginning June 1, 2022, Peloton’s monthly North America All-Access membership fee will increase to $44 from $39 in the U.S. and $55 from $49 in Canada. Pricing for international memberships in other areas of the world will not change.

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14 Etsy Alternatives For Selling Crafts And Handmade Goods

My Wife Quit Her Job

Etsy is well known as the premiere marketplace for buying and selling handmade, custom and vintage goods. If you want to sell your own arts and crafts, Etsy is an excellent starter platform with over 80 million active buyers. However, Etsy is not the only option when it comes to selling handmade products. This post will explore 14 Etsy alternatives and sites like Etsy that are as good or better for making money.

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The B2B Digital Commerce Playbook for Manufacturers

In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.

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These Six Competencies Raise The Bar For B2B Paid Media Advertising

Forrester eCommerce

B2B organizations should evaluate their paid media advertising maturity across six competencies: advertising strategy, talent and technology, audience savvy, brand/demand interlock, measurement and testing, and creative excellence.

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New eCommerce Strategies to Grow your Business

Omniconvert

Discover new eCommerce strategies that help your online business grow sustainably in a world where customer experience is crucial. The post New eCommerce Strategies to Grow your Business appeared first on Omniconvert Ecommerce Growth Blog.

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Alphabet and Walgreens Make First Drone-Based Delivery in Texas

Retail TouchPoints

Wing , the Alphabet drone service, launched its first commercial drone delivery in a major metropolitan area on April 7 by making a delivery from a Walgreens store in the Dallas-Fort Worth area. The delivery marked the official launch of a drone-based delivery program that also will offer ice cream from Blue Bell Creameries , prescription pet medications from easyvet and first aid kits from Texas Health.

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Amazon Transparency Program – The Ultimate Guide

My Wife Quit Her Job

If you are tired of getting your Amazon products knocked off, the Amazon Transparency program will solve most of your counterfeit problems for a small fee. Launched back in 2017, the Amazon Transparency Program was created to protect brands and to ensure that customers receive genuine products. While it takes several steps to set up, Amazon’s Transparency program has proven to be an effective solution to stop hijackers, piggybackers and counterfeiters alike.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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Breaches by the Numbers: Adapting to Regional Challenges Is Imperative

Forrester eCommerce

63% of organizations were breached in the past year, and it cost them an average of $2.4M per breach.

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Independent Study: 99% of Marketers are Actively Responding to Data Deprecation

SheerID

A new survey by Forrester Consulting shows the impact of 3rd party data deprecation and how marketers are responding by investing in zero-party data.

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Amazon Adds 5% Inflation Surcharge for Domestic FBA Sellers

Retail TouchPoints

For the first time in its history, Amazon will charge U.S. sellers using its Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA) services a 5% per-item surcharge designed to address fast-rising costs, particularly for fuel. Amazon detailed the changes, which take effect April 28, 2022, here. The country’s inflation rate reached 8.5% on an annual basis in March, according to Bureau of Labor Statistics data released April 12 — its highest rate in more than four decades.

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399: How Podcasters Are Getting Rich And The Secret To Growing An Audience With Joe Saul Sehy

My Wife Quit Her Job

Today I’m thrilled to have my long-time friend Joe Saul Sehy on the show. Joe is a former financial adviser, the host of the popular Stacking Benjamins podcast and the author of the best-selling book Stacked: Your Super Serious Guide to Money Management. Joe is one of the most successful podcasters and bloggers that I know and in this episode, you’ll learn about Joe’s unique approach to content and building wealth.

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The Circular Product Journey: Powering a Sustainable, Data-Driven Future With PIM

The linear flow of make > use > dispose is unsustainable. Not only is it at odds with the realities of modern society, but it also fails to meet evolving demands from consumers and regulators. Linear is out. Circular is in. Going circular is not an overnight switch. It requires forward planning and data-driven decision-making. In this ebook, you’ll see how the right technology can help brands and manufacturers secure the product data governance they need to power this circular transition.

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The Revenue Process Alignment Series, Part 1: The End Of MQLs

Forrester eCommerce

For more than 20 years, the MQL (marketing qualified lead) has been the focus of most B2B revenue processes. But it fails in providing actionable insight and drives misalignment across various functions in the process. In part 1 of a four-part blog series, we explore why the MQL era is antiquated and needs to end immediately.

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3 Tips on How To Create a Consistent Brand Experience Across Every Channel | Salsify

Salsify

A generation ago, shoppers had relatively few options when researching brands and products for purchase: They could peruse reviews at the library’s periodical desk, ask their friends for advice, or consult a store employee.

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DSW Plans to Double Sales of Private Label Brands Over Next 5 Years

Retail TouchPoints

DSW parent company Designer Brands, Inc. (DBI) is the latest retailer to turn up the volume on its private label business in hopes of driving long-term growth, saying that it wants to transform from a “retailer to a brand builder.”. The company — which operates 650 locations under the DSW Designer Shoe Warehouse and The Shoe Company banners —announced plans to nearly double sales of its owned brands, from 19% of the business to one-third by fiscal 2026 (the fiscal year ending January 30, 2027).

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Best Print on Demand Sites for Artists

Ecommerce Platforms

The best print on demand sites for artists provide creative professionals with everything they need to turn their talent into a profession. Rather than having to produce prints, canvasses, and countless other products manually, artists can use print on demand solutions to minimize costs and stress. Print on demand sites for artists are ideal for keeping costs low, and helping professionals to reach a range of people, thanks to their flexible shipping solutions.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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The Revenue Process Alignment Series, Part 2: More Reasons To End Your Addiction To MQLs

Forrester eCommerce

In part 1 of this blog series, we looked at reasons why organizations need to end their focus on individual MQLs (marketing qualified leads) as the focus of their revenue process. In part 2, we look at more reasons why the transformation away from MQLs is necessary.

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Salsify Raises $200 Million in Funding Round, Reaches $2 Billion Valuation | Salsify

Salsify

Salsify’s company valuation hits $2 billion with the closing of its $200 million Series F funding round led by TPG. Salsify closed a $200 million Series F funding round today, bringing our company valuation to $2 billion. This funding round was led by global alternative asset management firm TPG and also included investments from the Permira Growth Opportunities Fund , Neuberger Berman , and Cap Table Coalition.

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eBay Hires Former Meta Commerce Leader as Chief Product Officer

Retail TouchPoints

eBay will welcome Meta ’s former Head of Commerce for the Facebook App, Eddie Garcia, who will join the ecommerce giant as the company’s Chief Product Officer, effective April 18. Garcia will report to eBay CEO Jamie Iannone and will manage the marketplace’s Core Product organization and cultivate tech-led reimagination to improve the user experience.

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Best Fulfillment Centers in Texas (Specifically Dallas)

Ecommerce Platforms

Everything is bigger in Texas, so it makes sense that ecommerce warehousing, distribution, and fulfillment have become commonplace in the Lone Star state. Not only is there an incredible amount of space for fulfillment companies to set up warehouses in Texas, but the state has its benefits when it comes to taxes and real estate costs. If you’re looking for the best fulfillment centers in Texas, this is the place for you, as we outline the top 5 fulfillment companies in Texas cities like Dallas,

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Predictions You Can Rely On: How Data Drives Successful Financial Forecasting

Speaker: Robbie Bhathal, Founder & CEO, and Matthew Acalin, Head of Credit Intelligence

In today's volatile financial environment, how confident are you in your company’s financial forecasting? To get the most accurate cash predictions that will lead to long-term financial survival, real-time data is critical. Innovative cash management strategies can lead to better credit opportunities, more sustainable growth, and long-term financial prosperity.