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Alibaba Supply Chain Exec Recommends Futureproofing with AI, Blockchain and Crowdsourcing

Retail TouchPoints

In 2020 he joined Alibaba, where he is now tasked with developing the company’s strategy and building platform-level solutions around international shipping, logistics, cross-border trade and global expansion. This will cause the channel to continue to narrow, further reducing ship traffic.

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Best Home Decor Dropshipping Suppliers in 2023

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The home decor landscape is one of the most attractive sectors for retailers, appealing to countless consumers across the globe. billion by 2027 alone. With dropshipping , the costs involved in setting up your own home decor business are reduced significantly. Pricing There are no subscription fees to worry about with Printful.

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Crocs, Beyond Yoga, Maje and More Add Resale Programs in Time for the Holidays

Retail TouchPoints

The influx of new secondhand offerings arrives just in time for a holiday season when consumers are largely expected to be more price-conscious than ever as they face continued economic pressures. Crocs Pilots Takeback Program in 10 States Crocs is piloting a Retail Takeback Program at its stores in 10 states. .”

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From Barcodes to Bytes: Retailers Prepare for Next-Generation UPC

Retail TouchPoints

Groundbreaking at the time, but now sorely outdated, UPCs are finally getting a facelift and moving into the 21st century thanks to the GS1 Sunrise 2027 initiative. Consumers want more information about the products they buy, and retailers want more visibility into the products their customers buy.

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Navigating Delivery Disruption: 3 Questions Retailers Need to Answer

Retail TouchPoints

With each tightening of the delivery window, consumer expectations rose accordingly — not just for Prime members but for a wide swath of ecommerce shoppers. By 2027, the global last mile delivery market is expected to reach more than $200 billion , nearly double what it was in 2020. It comes down to cost and operational efficiency.

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5 Exceptional Furniture Dropshippers to Supply Your Retail Business

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billion in 2022 and is expected to continue increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% through 2027. And that growth isn’t just coming from brick-and-mortar stores—consumers have become increasingly comfortable purchasing furniture online. through 2027. Statista found that the global furniture market hit $694.32

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5 Exceptional Furniture Dropshippers to Supply Your Retail Business

Fabric

billion in 2022 and is expected to continue increasing at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 5.02% through 2027. And that growth isn’t just coming from brick-and-mortar stores—consumers have become increasingly comfortable purchasing furniture online. through 2027. Statista found that the global furniture market hit $694.32

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