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Shopify vs Square: The Battle of the Ecommerce Platforms

Ecommerce Platforms

If, like us, you relish the thought of becoming your own boss, it's time to make that happen – and the easiest way to achieve this is through ecommerce. But, before you start selling online, you'll need to pick the right ecommerce platform to help you design and launch your online store. First up, Square's Point of Sale app.

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How to get repeat customers: Proven strategies for success

Omnisend

Reading Time: 8 minutes A common misconception about repeat customers is that they only respond to crazy discounts. While providing discounts is an effective strategy to encourage returning customers, it’s neither the only nor the best way. Returning customers also benefit your reputation, strengthening your market position.

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5 Reasons Why Online Business Is Better

RetailMinded

This can include anything from e-commerce sites to social media platforms. Mobile Commerce M-Commerce, short for mobile commerce, is a variation of eCommerce that considers monetary transactions conducted over mobile devices. With m-commerce, customers can shop at any time, anywhere.

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How A Richer And High Quality Shopping Experience Kills E-Commerce Competition

Prisync

The easiest way to defeat your eCommerce competition? Provide an awesome shopping experience that makes it super simple for your customers to get what they want. According to a Customer Experience and Impact study , customers say they will be loyal to a business that gives them the customer experience they want.

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How Coronavirus (COVID-19) Is Impacting Ecommerce [August 2021]

ROI Revolution

On top of health concerns, brands across the globe have had grave concerns about the impact of coronavirus (COVID-19) on their brand, industry, and ecommerce as a whole. Ecommerce, B2B, B2C, and brick-and-mortar brands alike have felt the impact of coronavirus on their business in one way or another. Ecommerce was up 8.3%

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Checkout Optimization: A Guide For eCommerce Retailers

Korona

Ten years ago, online shopping accounted for less than 6% of retail commerce. Since then, eCommerce has increased every year, and in 2023, that number is expected to reach well over 15%. There are millions of eCommerce sites, with fierce competition for certain niches and product types. What Is eCommerce Checkout Optimization?

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How Retail Returns Influence Customer Retention

Retail TouchPoints

It’s meant to be quite simple for a shopper, but as an ecommerce retailer, you know it’s not that easy — especially if the customer changes their mind and wants to return said magical shipment back to your shop. What happens next, by way of return experience, most certainly impacts whether they will purchase from your business again.