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Building Loyalty Without Breaking the Bottom Line: the Dual Shipping Dilemma for Ecommerce Merchants

Retail TouchPoints

According to Insider , total retail returns were projected to grow 2.2% of total retail sales. That’s a huge volume of returns for retailers big and small, and these predictions show that that figure will likely remain steady through 2026. When asked about return shipping protection, the customer’s voice is clear.

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Internal Warehouse vs. 3PL: How to Reach the Best Decision for Your Business

Retail TouchPoints

One 3PL can handle a multitude of clients at a time, and they store, manage and prepare the goods for shipment, process the orders and deliver them to customers via their partner carriers. Many successful online retailers are choosing to outsource their operations to 3PL provider. Are you ready to outsource your operations?

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How an Omnichannel Approach Can Build a More Diverse Customer Base

365 Retail

By building an omnichannel strategy, brands can diversify reach and expand their presence across different channels to communicate with audiences they may have previously failed to resonate with, as well as engage new customers. But what exactly is omnichannel and how can online retailers adapt to meet ever-changing consumer habits?

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6 Things to Know About Ecommerce Consumers in 2023

ESW

trillion by 2026, making up 27% of all retail sales. According to Morgan Stanley, parts of Southeast Asia and Latin America could experience 17% to 20% ecommerce growth over the next five years. Likewise, technology trends are rapidly changing the customer experience, and many legacy brands are struggling to keep up.

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How to get started with dropshipping for small businesses

Payoneer

This fulfillment model establishes a strategic collaboration between online retailers and drop-shipping suppliers, streamlining product management, inventory control, order fulfillment, and shipping logistics. The retailer’s branding elements can be incorporated for a consistent and personalized customer experience.

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What is Order Management? The Enterprise Retailer’s Guide to Processing, Fulfillment, and More

Fabric

According to Insider Intelligence, 24% of retail purchases are expected to take place online by 2026. However, while global e-commerce sales are growing at an accelerated pace, the traditional approach to order management has not kept up with the evolving needs and expectations of modern customers.

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ecommerce in Nigeria – tips for success

Payoneer

. * Only Revenue Generated in Nigeria was Evaluated The rapid growth of ecommerce websites in Nigeria Source: Revenue and projected revenue in billions of USD from 2014 – 2026 In Nigeria, the smartphone segment is expected to generate a revenue of US$9.39 billion in 2023, with a projected annual growth rate of 6.33% (CAGR 2023-2027).