ChannelAdvisor

MARCH 10, 2022

While most brands previously saw e-commerce as one channel in their go-to-market strategy, it now consists of a multitude of channels — each with its own complexities from costs of listing to storage to fulfillment. Connecting to the right channels in the right way. Connect Your Products to More Channels .

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2021

in March 2020, consumer buying behavior began shifting. In addition, as the popularity of online ordering and delivery continues to skyrocket, marketers need to rethink how they communicate with and market to consumers. In order to do this, retailers need to leverage valuable consumer data to create a more targeted marketing strategy.

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ChannelAdvisor

MARCH 10, 2022

While most brands previously saw e-commerce as one channel in their go-to-market strategy, it now consists of a multitude of channels — each with its own complexities from costs of listing to storage to fulfillment. Connecting to the right channels in the right way. Connect Your Products to More Channels .

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Algopix

OCTOBER 27, 2023

The eCommerce landscape has been evolving at a rapid pace over the past few years, driven by advances in technology, changing consumer behaviors, and the global impact of events. Augmented Reality (AR) Shopping Experiences In 2024, Augmented Reality (AR) is set to revolutionize the way consumers shop online.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

But that same wave of electronic innovation that gave rise to Batteries Plus also put a drain on the retailer’s business as ecommerce began to take hold. Over the last decade or so, Batteries Plus has struggled to find its place in the world of digital retail, even as consumers have become ever more reliant on battery-powered devices.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 18, 2022

The past two years have seen a rapid evolution of retailers’ digital operations, and perhaps more importantly led to a dramatic shift in the role that ecommerce plays in the overall shopping experience. We’ve always talked about shipping costs being high if you’re running a successful ecommerce site, but it’s more than that.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 13, 2021

Carrie Tharp, VP, Retail & Consumer, Google Cloud. These retailers are using the Cloud to unlock digital potential across their business — both online and in stores — and Carrie Tharp, Google Cloud’s VP of Retail and Consumer, is helping them do it. But it’s not just ecommerce, it’s also about digital experience in stores.

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ESW

JULY 6, 2023

But as retailers and brands with DTC ecommerce channels know, meeting online customer expectations in an Amazon-dominated environment is challenging to say the least. Amazon’s disruption to commerce has been so profound, there is a term for it: The Amazon Effect. But in order to compete, brands need to do just that.

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Optimizely

FEBRUARY 26, 2021

Ecommerce business sales will continue to make up a large portion of retail sales in 2021, with in-store sales increasing slowly as businesses and retailers reopen cautiously. You have a small marketing team and your customer data is dispersed across multiple segments, i.e. rewards programs, customer support, purchasing patterns, etc.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 5, 2022

Retailers’ attitudes about ecommerce have undergone a series of rapid evolutions over the last two years. Then, once basic digital offerings were in place, merchants began to consider how to make these ecommerce advancements permanent in preparation for the “New Normal.”. Why is Ecommerce Profitability So Elusive?

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RTP blog

JUNE 29, 2018

The retail landscape is constantly evolving, and the rise of digital shopping coupled with the noise of the customer’s cross-channel journey raises the stakes. Below are several ways retailers can market more effectively to engage their customers and reduce cart abandonment.

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GetElastic

NOVEMBER 8, 2022

With so many mixed economic signals, as well as consumer shopping patterns and 2022 eCommerce trends falling back in line with pre-COVID norms, how do eCommerce retailers prepare for the future? consumers (75%) have been researching and making purchases in both online and brick-and-mortar stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2023

Generative AI is set to revolutionize ecommerce, enabling a more interactive and personalized shopping experience, which is integral to both attracting and retaining customers. In the crowded landscape of ecommerce, a positive customer experience across every aspect of an order has become intrinsic to online success.

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Steve Dennis

OCTOBER 9, 2017

Given the continued rapid growth of online shopping, it might seem crazy to suggest that the era of e-commerce is coming to an end. For consumers, it’s simply “commerce,” and retailers that want to thrive, or survive, need to fully embrace a one brand, many channels strategy.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 11, 2021

Without question, the COVID-19 pandemic proved to be quite a disruptor for retailers, as in-store sales dropped and other options, like ecommerce and buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS) surged. Real-time data is the key for 2021. The question of when — or if — a return to normal is in sight is still being pondered.

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Kissmetrics

JUNE 14, 2017

That’s why it’s important to map out how your business engages with customers across several channels. Cross-channel engagement involves integrating multiple marketing channels to seamlessly interact with your target audience. You want every interaction to embody brand consistency and offer customer satisfaction.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 8, 2021

As technology and digital continues to infiltrate consumers’ lives, the need for human interaction and emotional connection is more important than ever. If you’re not careful, technology can disrupt the customer journey in a negative way. RTP: How has the pandemic impacted consumer behavior and the need for human connection the most?

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UpSellIt

AUGUST 23, 2023

Personalization has become a key element for ecommerce brands to stand out and create meaningful connections with their customers. With ever-evolving technologies and shifting consumer behaviors, it’s crucial to implement effective targeting tactics to maximize your sales potential. What is Ecommerce Personalization?

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 24, 2022

As ecommerce has become a part of everyday life, customers have felt empowered to take control of their checkout experiences both in-store and at home. These deficiencies can make the experience even more drawn out and cumbersome than waiting in line, leading the customer to ask if it’s even worth it in the first place.

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BigCommerce

SEPTEMBER 14, 2018

Thinking of dipping your toes into the direct to consumer waters? In fact, according to IAB’s popular new study, The Rise of the 21st Century Brand Economy, the future of retail growth comes from direct consumer relationships. Today we’ll explore five essential elements your brand needs to know for going direct to consumer.

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Optimizely

JUNE 24, 2020

With virtually no exceptions, we see successful clients prioritize customer understanding by identifying consumers, segmenting into lifecycle stages and offering appropriate brand touchpoints. Identifying change: Where 99% of customer lifecycle tracking falls short. Customer identity, solved. Customer outreach, automated.

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 18, 2023

Ecommerce stores, on the other hand, are online platforms, where customers can purchase products using credit cards and other digital payment methods, and have them shipped to their homes, or a pickup location. Both retail and ecommerce stores have their own distinctive pros and cons to consider for any entrepreneur.

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Pivotree Blog

OCTOBER 17, 2022

But the wild ride almost always starts the same: a customer finds your product or brand. . As consumers, we all understand the drive to find products that meet our needs. Pivotree views this process as the frictionless commerce customer journey. 3: Consider Conversational Commerce.

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Groove

NOVEMBER 17, 2020

Investing in an eCommerce marketing tool helps businesses attract, engage and delight customers at every stage of the buyer's journey. Improve your email marketing strategy and exceed customer expectations with a tool that best fits your eCommerce needs. How Klaviyo Helps Build Customer Relationships. Integrations.

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Optimizely

DECEMBER 3, 2019

With the California Consumer Privacy Act (CCPA) going into effect on January 1, 2020 , most of our clients have new responsibilities as a business, and Zaius has responsibilities as your service provider to help you remain compliant in your storage and use of customer data. Identify where your customer data goes.

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Optimizely

APRIL 5, 2018

Many B2C brands are making the leap and shifting away from retail and toward direct-to-consumer (DTC). But should your GPG brand start selling direct-to-consumer? What does it mean to shift to direct-to-consumer? Direct-to-consumer means exactly what it sounds like: using ecommerce platforms to sell products directly to buyers.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 1, 2024

This same barrier can exist for online shoppers navigating ecommerce sites in languages they don’t understand. Recent estimates forecast that nearly a quarter of global retail sales will come from online channels by 2027, so the ability to serve a multilingual customer base will be essential for businesses seeking global success.

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FastSpring

OCTOBER 27, 2020

As the demand for software grows for online shoppers, so does the expectation for a seamless direct to consumer (D2C) experience. D2C not only offers personalization and elevates the buyer experience for your customers, but also gives your business complete control over how you choose to position, market, and ultimately sell your products.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 14, 2022

The pandemic not only dramatically altered the way consumers shop, it altered the way retailers operate. Now, inflation is adding yet another wrinkle both in terms of costs to the consumer as well as suppliers. Consider that last year, retail ecommerce sales amounted to nearly $4.9 How Can I Leverage First-Party Data?

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lateshipment

NOVEMBER 26, 2023

This term is coined as “ The one-time shopper dilemma ”, where e-commerce businesses are unable to convert one-time shoppers into repeat customers due to unfavorable customer experiences. 76% of customers say that an unacceptable customer experience would affect their decision to order from the company again.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 15, 2022

Also, it is not enough for marketers to just ‘know’ their customers; it is important for them to be one step ahead and predict what they need and how they will behave. In the current scenario, what customers expect from brands is often changing in a dynamic manner. Factors Driving the Need for Real-Time CDP.

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ChannelAdvisor

JULY 1, 2019

Welcome to ChannelAdvisor Pulse, our monthly e-commerce newsletter. Believe it or not, it’s that time of year when all eyes in e-commerce inevitably turn toward the upcoming holiday season. Calendar] Your Essential 2019 E-Commerce Calendar: July-December. [On-Demand Summer Planning (and Beyond).

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Elsner

MAY 21, 2020

In today’s fast-paced market, the majority of the customers are turning to B2B Ecommerce stores to purchase their products directly. B2B customer experience has improved, but the consumers are waiting for stores to buck up and fulfill their expectations. Below are some strategies for B2B Ecommerce stores: 1.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 16, 2023

In today’s hyper-competitive ecommerce landscape, data isn’t just a buzzword. However, as stringent consumer privacy laws like GDPR and CCPA make collecting customer data more difficult, brands are having to adapt their data collection strategies to adhere to new standards.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2023

D’Arcy recalled her “incredible team” at American Eagle and Aerie that “ran the ecommerce business with really great business rigor.” Lesson 3 Marketing teams should always be learning about their customers: Data is the linchpin for deep customer understanding and more agile marketing practices.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

We’re beyond excited about the launch of Shopify POS Go, for both merchants and consumers. We’ll cover: How to sell across channels with Shopify POS Go How to sell in person with Shopify POS Go How multi-brand stores can sell with Shopify POS Go Keep reading to learn all about the selling potential you have with Shopify POS Go.

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Omnisend

MARCH 29, 2021

If ever any industry fully embraced ecommerce, it’s fashion. Consumers are just as (and perhaps arguably more so, thanks to COVID-19) comfortable buying new apparel online as they are in-store. That number is largely influenced by the industry’s domineering growth, as indicated by ecommerce fashion industry statistics from Statista.

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