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Want to Cut the Cost of Fast Fulfillment? It All Starts with Inventory Placement

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that delivers pretty much any item to a consumer with science fiction-style immediacy, retailers remain bound by 21 st -century delivery methods. But just because we’re not yet stepping into transporters to beam us where we want to go doesn’t mean technology has no role to play in cutting fulfillment costs.

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The 5 Benefits of E-Commerce Automation

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Running an e-commerce store is a lot of work, but you already know that. You’re experiencing it every day, from marketing and communication to fulfillment and shipping, not to mention all the follow-up. That’s where e-commerce automation comes in. What is E-Commerce Automation?

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Product Substitution: How Savvy Retailers and Manufacturers can Build Supply Chain Resiliency, Reduce Costs and Improve Customer Experiences

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When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise. Shipping delays and stockouts lead to frustration and disappointment, especially when logistical problems impact time-sensitive purchases, such as special occasion gifts, event tickets or prescription medications.

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Post-Purchase Experience: Building brand trust and customer loyalty

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According to PwC, businesses that reduce friction for consumers and empower all employees to “make things right”—whether through returns, price adjustments, or other policies—bring higher customer satisfaction, and more forgiveness. Feedback and engagement : includes product reviews and customer satisfaction surveys.

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Brand Loyalty or Bust: E-Commerce Edition

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My perception of building an e-commerce brand looks fun. All you need is to create a specialized domain with your brand name, work with different teams like marketing, sales, and customer experience to understand how you can further attract customers, sell not just products but something that brings out your own identity, etc.

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How Retailers Can Control Costs Even As Return Rates Climb

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Returns are a cost of doing business for any retailer. Return rates at physical stores range from 8% to 10% , but rise to approximately 20% for e-Commerce, according to data from CBRE. In a survey of consumers conducted by Doddle , 84% said a positive returns experience encourages them to shop with a retailer again.

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5 Ways Retailers Can Tackle Wavering Customer Loyalty

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New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customersloyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Stand Out Beyond Free Shipping .