RTP blog

JULY 20, 2018

From a retailer’s standpoint, online advertising has long been a sound way to drive traffic to their site. And on average, small businesses allocate 1% of sales revenue for advertising. That’s not necessarily a small price tag, especially when margins are slim in a tough retail climate.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The retail industry has experienced a great deal of change over the last 2½ years with the accelerated growth of online sales, the introduction of new safety protocols, the expansion of experiential retail concepts and the integration of new technologies. The retail storefront is no longer about just leaving with goods in hand.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 2, 2023

As National Small Business Month kicks off, some of the biggest names in U.S. To understand the current mindset of small-business owners given the challenging economic climate, Amazon conducted a poll in partnership with Walker Sands. Not surprisingly, given that small businesses account for 99.9%

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BigCommerce

JUNE 20, 2017

Crafters and gifters often first launch on Etsy –– where transaction fees cut into margins and you don’t own the customer relationship (Etsy does). That can spell bad new when your sales spike –– meaning less revenue in the short-term and much, much less repeat business in the long-term. The gifts of water cooler legend!

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 23, 2022

The next step for the 112-year-old floral and gift brand is offering its partner florists updated features within its new MercuryOnline (MOL) platform, powered by Shopify , which FTD CTO Matt Powell describes as “ how digital commerce interfaces with store operations.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 13, 2022

Bulletin , a wholesale marketplace connecting over 3,000 independent brands with more than 26,000 retailers, has been acquired by Emerald Holding , the owner and organizer of NY NOW , the wholesale market for retail where brands, buyers and designers gather to connect and discover. The NY NOW Summer Market will be hosted Aug.

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Korona

SEPTEMBER 7, 2022

Managing a successful small business takes many aspects into account. In addition to knowing the basics of small business, you also need to know about financial management, human resource management, technology, inventory, and the laws and regulations pertaining to your business. Focus on your customers.

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Smile.io

JUNE 12, 2023

To celebrate the contributions and resilience of the LGBTQIA+ community, we’ve highlighted 12 small businesses owned by LGBTQIA+ community members or fierce advocates. This woman, Jewish, and LGBTQIA+-founded business is the perfect store next time you’re looking for the perfect gift or just a little treat for yourself.

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Korona

JANUARY 30, 2023

Despite persistent inflation and supply chain issues, there are significant bright spots in the retail industry. Total nationwide retail continues to rise each year, with 2022 reaching upwards of almost $5 trillion. Brick and mortar retail has shown impressive resilience over the past year.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 7, 2024

The “Respect the Handmade” brand campaign celebrates this experience and the Michaels brand promise of “respecting and supporting independent handmade artists and makers as well as the customers who turn to them for unique gifts, décor and more,” according to a press release.

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Smile.io

JUNE 1, 2023

We know the list only scratches the surface, so we encourage you to check these small businesses out and share your favorites with us! Whether you’re looking for some one-of-a-kind avocado earrings or a more subtle set of hoops , you can find the perfect gift or treat for yourself at Miywâsin Beading. Camp Candle Co.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 15, 2022

From leisure and sportswear to gifts and jewelry, the chances are you’ve bought a product from a small business over the last couple of years — whether it be a digitally native startup, a one-person band working from their kitchen table or a small independent store selling online around the world.

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Korona

MARCH 2, 2021

But there are some great small business ideas that are a whole lot cheaper than you might have imagined. True entrepreneurs muster the guts to turn a passion into a business. True entrepreneurs muster the guts to turn a passion into a business. Moving/Courier Business. Dropshipping. Apparel Design. Photography.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2020

During our annual 36|86 Festival in August, a panel of experts and founders across the retail industry came together (virtually) to address what trends and consumer habits have changed specifically, how they’ve adapted to serving customers, and what the outlook looks like for the future for small businesses, e-Commerce and logistics.

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Korona

JANUARY 4, 2023

Small businesses can now easily find employees across the world for both part-time contract work and full-time positions. So retailers, too, need to be prepared to accept payments across borders. Read on the learn more about cross-border payments and how small businesses can make this process simple, reliable, and efficient.

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lateshipment

OCTOBER 30, 2020

The fact that this year’s holiday season is happening amidst a global pandemic itself is a challenge for everyone as it is unprecedented. Customers are confused between spending on products that they’re craving and saving money by just going for the need of the situation. Small Business Saturday - Saturday, 28th November.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 19, 2022

Neary three quarters (74 per cent) of Brits believe it is important to support independent retailers this Christmas, according to new findings from Direct Line business insurance, 1 an increase from 72 per cent in 2021. People expect to spend on average £164 with independent retailers. Independent retailer category.

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BigCommerce

SEPTEMBER 12, 2017

BigCommerce has teamed up with retail and payment experts Square to dive deep into the shopping habits, behavior and preferences of thousands of American buyers across multiple generations. However, despite how easy it is to launch a webstore, scaling an online business remains extremely difficult even for the most seasoned ecommerce expert.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 2, 2021

On Black Friday and Cyber Monday, customers shopped incredible deals across every category on Amazon from fashion to home, electronics, toys, beauty, and more. We were delighted to see how many customers shopped deals from small businesses selling on Amazon, as well as using the Small Business Gift Finder.

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Korona

MARCH 2, 2021

But there are some great small business ideas that are a whole lot cheaper than you might have imagined. True entrepreneurs muster the guts to turn a passion into a business. True entrepreneurs muster the guts to turn a passion into a business. Moving/Courier Business. Social Media Manager. Start a Podcast or Blog.

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Kissmetrics

AUGUST 27, 2020

So, irrespective of your small business type – retail, restaurant, franchise, online store, etc., The Top 5 POS Systems For Small Business Owners. Next, we picked the best POS system best suited for different small businesses with one to 50 outlets. Customer Management.

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RTP blog

SEPTEMBER 9, 2019

By Stuart Blake, BlueVine Every year, America’s 30 million small businesses work incredibly hard to earn their slice of the $700 billion+ holiday season sales pie. Let’s explore these three areas and what steps retailers can take now to make certain they are in the best position for a successful 2019 holiday shopping season.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 13, 2023

The 2022 holiday season showed slow, but steady, improvement for the retail industry. As economic headwinds curbed spending capacity, online retail grew in the U.S. Inflation was a major factor in slower growth despite heavy discounting by retailers. but at its lowest rate in years: up 3.5% billion, according to Adobe Analytics.

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365 Retail

JANUARY 22, 2024

High street retailer The Pop-Up Club has signed a six month extension to keep the doors of its Cardinal Place experience open for another six months after a successful six week stint before Christmas. Since launching in 2017, The Pop-Up Club has helped small retailers and traders earn more than £1.3

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Korona

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

Automated Clearing House (ACH) payments are direct bank transfers of payments between people and businesses. Accepting ACH payments is a great way to offer customers additional convenience. ACH payments are not suitable for all businesses, such as retail stores that use point of sale (POS) transactions to accept customer purchases.

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RetailMinded

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

The holidays have always been an opportune time for small business owners to attract new customers, but this year could prove especially fruitful for retailers with the right strategies, as the National Retail Federation predicts holiday spending will jump 3%-4% from last year. But it’s also a performance art.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 22, 2021

Small and local brands wondering whether their products will appeal to customers who encounter them in the physical world can now get answers to their questions. Currently, the company is accepting applications from small businesses interested in selling their products in hotels, airports or convention centers.

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lateshipment

AUGUST 16, 2021

A sigh of relief for retailers and huge expectations for retailers towards the Holiday season as the eCommerce industry has looked good so far in 2021. However, with no such leash on the spending capacity, total US Holiday retail sales in 2021 are predicted to rise 2.7% billion, accounting for a record 18.9%

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 22, 2021

From cocktail-making with Laura Whitmore, an intimate music performance from Ray BLK to a Magic Breakfast book reading with Alesha Dixon, and a small business ‘task off’ with entrepreneurs Spencer Matthews & Jamie Laing, there’s something for everyone. View the full schedule at www.amazon.co.uk/blackfridaylive. blackfridaylive.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 28, 2023

Research commissioned by American Express Shop Small reveals the top 10 high streets for independent shops in the UK, shining a light on the nation’s small businesses that play such an important role in their local communities. In 2022 shoppers spent an estimated £774m in small businesses nationwide on Small Business Saturday.

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RTP blog

OCTOBER 29, 2018

But if you’re a retailer, it can also be the most hectic. Despite the fact that most retailers begin preparing for the holiday shopping season the minute the previous season ends, the holiday rush always has its fair share of unpredictable moments. The last thing you want is to prevent your customers from getting their gifts on time.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 19, 2020

Jenn Henry, Senior Director of Global Brand for eBay, shares how the company translates its learnings into tools and resources that will help both small businesses and online consumers navigate this rapidly changing retail arena, including features such as: A Seller-Initiated Offer option; New Time Away and augmented Best Match.

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Weebly

OCTOBER 23, 2018

Black Friday and the Cyber Monday rush are the perfect times to get creative with Weebly's Custom Gift Cards. The holiday is an ideal time to introduce a new product like custom gift cards. Here's why gift cards are so effective and how you can take advantage of them. Benefits of Gift Cards.

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Groove

JUNE 15, 2022

A Mobile payment is a way for customers to complete transactions in-store or from your eCommerce website through smartphones, smart watches, or tablets. They allow the customer to conveniently purchase products and services through encryption technology. What Are Mobile Payments? Peer-to-Peer Mobile Payments.

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Ecommerce Platforms

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

After all, as a small business, you already have a number of important purchases eating into your budget. Management tools: A good POS should include a range of management tools, for organizing your staff, your inventory, and even customer relationships. Support: Customer support isn’t always as predictable as it should be.

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Korona

JANUARY 30, 2023

As a retail business owner, there are certain features you look for when choosing the point of sale software that will be used to run your store. Inventory management, CRM, loyalty programs, accounting integration, transaction processing, and gift cards are all elements that you look for when shopping for a point of sale provider.

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lateshipment

OCTOBER 16, 2020

A question that is largely on the minds of retailers and consumers alike. With COVID-19 still at large, consumers will be making difficult shopping choices and retailers will be scratching their heads for a strategy that will bring them a great sale. What do retailers have in store for them? Retail’s new normal.

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