Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

What does “shipped” mean? For the most part, many of us can assume an order that has “shipped” is no longer sitting in a warehouse waiting to be picked and packaged. However, the shipped status can also be somewhat ambiguous. It doesn’t provide us with much information on the surface about when we’ll receive an item. This can lead consumers incorrectly assuming that their parcels will soon be “out for delivery”, when they’re actually still thousands of miles away.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Brands have long recognized the power of celebrities to influence the buying decisions of consumers. But the advent of reality TV, followed by the creation and growth of social media networks, have given rise to an entirely new breed of individuals that expanded, and in some ways transcended, the definition of celebrity. This new breed of individuals has become known as “influencers,” and as their measurable popularity and influence grew, brands quickly lined up to incorporate them into targeted

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IntelligenceNode

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

2020 and 2021 saw a whirlwind of changes in retail spending habits amongst shoppers. In 2020, consumers took time to adapt to the changes brought about by the pandemic, slowing. The post How Consumers are Responding to Inflation in 2023 appeared first on Blog.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Finding the best ecommerce platform for your online store can be a lengthy process. With so many on the market, all promising essentially the same thing, with slightly differing USPs, it’s hard to know where to start or what to look for. That’s why we’re zoning in on three bigger-named ecommerce platforms: Shopify , BigCommerce , and Square Online.

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Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Aldi has entered a partnership with DoorDash to offer on-demand grocery delivery from nearly all 2,278Aldi locations across 38 states. Customers can shop for fresh produce, meat, seafood, dairy, bread, household essentials and even home goods through the ALDI Finds collection. Shoppers can place their orders through the DoorDash app or website. All participating Aldi stores will be available on DashPass, DoorDash’s membership program, which will offer subscribers free delivery on orders of $35 o

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

2022 didn’t let up on the security incidents – according to Forrester’s 2022 Security Technographics Survey, 74% of security decision makers experienced at least one data breach at their firm in the previous twelve months.

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MakeWebBetter

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Shopline is an ideal eCommerce platform and proven best for online store owners. Currently, the online stores that are actively using the Shopline platform are 35,574. Moreover, the number of Shopline online stores grew by 39.3% till Quarter-4 of 2022 & by 43% on a year-on-year basis. Shopline is among the popular choices for eCommerce [.] The post Why Shopline is Best eCommerce Platform in South East Asia?

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

The shopping mall’s identity crisis has been an oft-discussed topic in the retail industry. Even beforethe pandemic, the narrative focused on how malls were navigating the rise in online shopping and the associated fall in foot traffic. During the pandemic, focus shifted to ways shopping malls were attempting to make shopping faster, easier and safer for consumers with curbside services offerings and other omnichannel capabilities.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Over three quarters of banks are increasing their spending on emerging technologies, creating the potential for hype and fear of missing out. Forrester identified nine emerging technologies that should be on the list of every bank, either now or later. We then organized them according to when firms can expect return on investment and provided details about the technologies and their use cases.

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Salsify

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

It’s never been more important to highlight product quality online. With digital experiences becoming a major deciding factor — even for in-store shoppers — customer loyalty is tied to how well a brand presents itself online through a variety of touch points.

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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

In this article, we’re examining the various Thinkific pricing plans available to course creators and educators. If you’re looking for an online course platform that’s brimming with functionality, easy to use, and flexible enough to scale with your business, Thinkific could be a great choice. Thinkific offers four pricing plans to its users, including a ‘Free Plan', ‘Start Plan' for $49 per month, ‘Pro Plan' for $99 per month, and ‘Premier Plan' for $499 per month.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Ikea ’s marine-focused Blåvingad toy line is the inspiration behind a new interactive AR experience — Lilla Äventyret (The Little Adventure) — that launched in 21 Ikea stores across Sweden on Feb. 13, 2023. Designed to make children’s time in the store more enjoyable and get more people to care about keeping our oceans clean, the game was developed in partnership with Meta and Stockholm-based immersive tech company Warpin Reality using Meta’s Spark AR technology.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Outdated, short-term growth strategies that focus on extracting value from customers will fail. To succeed, companies must build, run, and continually optimize a customer-obsessed growth engine.

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Salsify

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Much has been made about the omnichannel approach as a way to improve the shopper experience and streamline the purchase process. And new research backs up this common sense assertion with hard data.

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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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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Dropshipping statistics can offer some useful insights into the world of online retail. This model has evolved from being relatively unknown in the ecommerce space to one of the most popular business models around. After all, the dropshipping strategy removes many of the barriers to entry for entrepreneurs to launch their own stores. With dropshipping, you needn’t worry about storing products, shipping goods, or managing warehouses.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

Walmart CEO Doug McMillon wants the retailer to do its part in fighting inflation by keeping prices on its private label products down, according to CNBC. McMillon told Jim Cramer, host of the business channel’s Mad Money , that the company is “not participating in a recession if there is one.” Additionally, McMillon would like Walmart’s brand partners and suppliers to “step forward” and lower prices on their own, but whether they do or don’t he wants “to play a role in helping get prices down.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Understanding consumer behavior is the underpinning of effective B2C marketing strategies. Some of the best CMOs aren’t only culture-reflectors but culture-makers — both in the brand stories they tell and the brand experiences they create. Simply put, they champion their customers every step of the way.

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UpSellIt

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

When it comes to conversion optimization and combating cart abandonment, time is money. If you interact with your shoppers too late, you lose the sale. But if you interact with them too soon, you’re just interrupting the shopper journey and causing frustration. In either case, you’re losing revenue — all because of poor timing! That’s where Exit Detect technology comes in.

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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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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 22, 2023

This in-depth review of the Ecwid system covers all the critical attributes you’d be interested in to see if it’s worth your time. By the end of it all, you’ll have learned about its website integration capabilities, social media selling tools, advanced ecommerce features. However, we also explore some of Ecwid's limitations and drawbacks, such as limited design options, transaction fees, and certain feature limitations.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

The AI revolution is here, and customers already expect to benefit from the convenience it promises to deliver. Widespread interest in and acceptance of AI in all of its forms — particularly among younger shoppers — means that it’s not a matter of when customers will accept the technology but how retailers should react to it. Even though 45% of consumers expressed a lack of understanding of how AI technology is being implemented, 75% believe there is potential for AI to have an impact on custome

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Attention, sales leaders! In case you missed it, to win in 2023, your reps must leverage digital selling tactics and listen to buyer signals. Today’s buyer is empowered and increasingly reliant on self-discovery through digital experiences.

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Digital Doughnut

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Email marketing has seen several technological advancements in the past couple of years. In 2022, we saw Dark Mode compatible emails, interactivity, and increased focus on customer data security. This year, we are geared up for some new entrants to attract customers. Let's take a look at all the 8 trends to look forward to.

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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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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 20, 2023

If you’ve ever purchased something from the world-renowned merchant, this is a question you’ve probably asked before. It’s not just a common question for consumers either. Dropshipping companies and ecommerce retailers also want to know when they can expect to get packages to their customers. Unfortunately, it’s difficult to get a straight answer to the question.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Glossier will launch its products at 600 Sephora stores in the U.S. and Canada as well as online and on the Sephora app. The partnership was first announced in July 2022 as part of Glossier’s expansion into brick-and-mortar under CEO Kyle Leahy, who was appointed in May 2022. Glossier displays at Sephora stores will include Glossier’s iconic pink hue, standing out against Sephora’s black and white aesthetic, as well as the wavy tray tester system found at flagship Glossier stores.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Based on evolving B2B buyer needs and preferences, investing and collaborating with your channel partners is becoming increasingly prevalent and important. That said, it is unwise and unrealistic to support all partners in your ecosystem equally. Aligning resources to engage and enable the right ones is crucial.

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Store Growers

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

Last Updated on February 24, 2023 Sometimes, users know exactly what they are looking for in a product available on Google Shopping. Especially for apparel items, product features like color can help convert potential customers. In this article, we’ll explore how you can configure the color attribute in your Google Shopping product feeds, including formatting tips and troubleshooting common issues.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 18, 2023

A free ecommerce website builder offers an affordable and easy way for artists to monetize their creative skills. With these tools, artists can build websites where they can sell their prints, and showcase their artwork, without having to spend a fortune. While it’s fair to say a free ecommerce website builder for artists won’t have all the same features and functionality of a premium solution, that doesn’t mean it’s not worth considering.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Newmine aims to help retailers analyze sales and returns through its Chief Returns Officer platform in order to become better informed about customer actions. The AI- and natural language processing-powered software was designed to determine the root cause of returns upstream, from planning, design and marketing to customer delivery. Chief Returns Officer scrutinizes every sale and return, then delivers the actionable and beneficial remedies for the problem and measure improvements.

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Forrester eCommerce

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

If a party guest made a racist comment at the dinner table, would you blame the host? What if the host remained silent and did nothing to stop the guest? How about if the host gave that guest a microphone?

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Digital Doughnut

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

There can be multiple challenges associated with data cleansing. These are mainly related to extracting, merging and validating datasets from various sources. These all practices may infect your data with inconsistencies or typos.

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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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