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The History of Ecommerce: What The Past Says About Tomorrow’s Retail Challenges

BigCommerce

When it comes to ecommerce, a word that first comes to mind is growth. Ecommerce expert Gary Hoover’s research shows that just in the last 14 years, the growth of ecommerce companies has skyrocketed across the board. In fact, growth projections estimate that by 2022, ecommerce revenues will exceed $638 billion in the U.S.

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Sensory Enabling Technologies are Radically Reshaping the Future of Digital Retail

Retail TouchPoints

These are more than fancy gadgets; they are innovative systems that provide a glimpse of a new “embodied” online retail environment — one where brands provide digital customers with multisensory spatial experiences like those observed in brick-and-mortar stores. retailers could increase revenue by focusing on their ecommerce content.

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Warrick Lambert Takes the Helm at Genie Shopping Amid Growth Surge

365 Retail

This has been further bolstered by high-profile partnerships with tech giant Google , and renowned retailers such as eBay , Currys , and Schuh. Founded in 2006 under the original name Crowdstorm, Genie Shopping initially operated as a consumer-centric shopping website.

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The Ultimate Blubolt Ecommerce Review

Ecommerce Platforms

Before we dive deep into the blubolt review, I must admit that we've sampled a wide range of ecommerce platforms. On the other hand, we’ve also tried out numerous managed hosting services for online stores. At first, they leveraged third-party ecommerce platforms to host and power online stores. blubolt Review: Overview.

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6 eCommerce Advantages and Disadvantages to Consider in 2021

eCommerceFuel

The roaring success of Amazon and other eCommerce businesses, coupled with rising internet access globally, has been an inspiration to many online entrepreneurs. The increasing shift to online shopping has attracted much attention and changed the business landscape as we know it. The Groundbreaking Advantages of eCommerce.

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How To Prevent eCommerce Fraud- 10 Proven Tips For Retail Online Merchants

Korona

At the same time, this growth in online sales and other transactions has led to an uptick in e-commerce fraud. Last year, eCommerce losses stemming from online payment fraud hit a record high of approximately $20 billion globally, increasing more than 14% from the $17.5 What is eCommerce fraud?

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YOOX expands online marketplace with the launch of new Home Decor + Art category

365 Retail

Initially launched in 2006, the category offers a meticulous curation of art and design products from globally and locally renowned home and design retailers, including MOHD and DESIGN REPUBLIC.

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