Forrester eCommerce

JULY 18, 2017

An interview I did with E-commerce Brasil published online today in Portuguese. I've been getting requests for it in English so I thought I'd post it here. Happy reading! 1. "The State of Retail eCommerce in Brazil" series gave us an intereting look at eCommerce in Brazil during a difficult economic situation in the country. What are your insights about Brazilian retailers in this study?

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Kissmetrics

JULY 18, 2017

Spearmint LOVE started off as a baby clothes blog less than five years ago. Founder Shari Lott had already built up a strong online presence with her popular mommy blog of a similar name, SpearmintBaby. The premise was simple. She’d feature and share products she thought other moms would like. One day, in search of the perfect Swiss Cross blanket for her daughter’s room, she was inspired to expand her vision into a little ecommerce site.

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RTP blog

JULY 18, 2017

By Debbie Hauss, Editor-in-Chief The third annual Retail Innovation Conference (RIC18) is now confirmed for Tuesday-Wednesday, May 1-2, 2018 at Convene in New York City. The conference will kick off, once again, with compelling and unique Store Tours on Monday, April 30 and it will include the fourth annual Retail Innovator Awards. So why should you get this event on your calendar today?

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 18, 2017

When I think about opensource ecommerce, WooCommerce and Magento come to mind. That said, quite a few other opensource solutions exist, and they don't always get their due. Take nopCommerce for example. It's a free, intuitive, clean option with less confusing elements as Magento. This nopCommerce review takes a look at the intricacies of the whole program, including the standout features and whatever unique attributes it has for ecommerce professionals.

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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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My Wife Quit Her Job

JULY 18, 2017

After running my online store course for the past several years, I’ve discovered that helping students pick the right products to sell online is one of the most challenging aspects of running my class. Here’s the catch-22 with niche selection. If you pick the wrong niche or the wrong set of products, you could be shooting yourself in the foot before you even begin.

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Bootstrapping Ecommerce

JULY 18, 2017

Want to create compelling text-based t-shirt designs but not sure how to choose the best fonts for t-shirt designs? Check out this guide & the resources. The post How to Choose the Best Fonts for T-Shirt Designs appeared first on Bootstrapping Ecommerce.

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TradeGecko

JULY 18, 2017

Digital marketing in eCommerce has transformed the retail industry and the way in which businesses need to think about their retail marketing strategies. These days, a savvy and forward-thinking digital marketing strategy is crucial to the success of any retail business.

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Retail Technology Review

JULY 18, 2017

With less than a year to go before organisations which process, use or exchange consumers' personal data within the EU need to comply with the new General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), eCommerce systems integrator Tryzens has highlighted how this new directive will impact retailers, and what key steps brands will need to take to mitigate the impact when the regulation becomes enforced from 25th May 2018.

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Wiser

JULY 18, 2017

Retail without competitive intelligence is like running a race with a blindfold. You can’t know precisely where to go or how fast to run unless you have an understanding of your place on the track and how your opponents are doing. Competitive intelligence data delivers the insight top retailers need to avoid running in circles and inches them closer to actually winning the retail race.

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Retail Technology Review

JULY 18, 2017

New research from MarkMonitor, the enterprise brand protection solutions provider, reveals counterfeit goods still pose a significant risk to consumers.

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In this on-demand webinar, discover how Logicbroker’s cutting-edge technology enhances the overall experience for both current and future customers and gain insights into how leveraging our seamless integration process unlocks new dimensions of efficiency and functionality. Plus, learn how our advanced marketplace features are set to revolutionize the way businesses operate, offering opportunities for growth and success within your multi-vendor commerce program.

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Salsify

JULY 18, 2017

Manager of Sales Support, Reich Grovier, noticed that Emser Tile’s methods for locating product information caused the sales support team to lose valuable time on other important projects. Emser Tile, known for their diverse selection of interior and exterior products, is a leader in designing, marketing, and production of fine tile and natural stone.

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Bronto

JULY 18, 2017

Tackle these tasks now to attract early-bird shoppers and keep your holiday marketing plan feeling festive and bright throughout the rest of the year. The post Santa Comes Early: How to Get Ahead in Your Holiday Marketing appeared first on Bronto Blog.

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Profitero

JULY 18, 2017

Despite the nearly $3 billion in declines across U.S. retail in the first quarter due to a shift in Easter timing and changing consumer preferences, growth is not completely elusive. In fact, some food and beverage manufacturers are finding pockets of growth, most notably small manufacturers. Looking back five years ago, the largest food and beverage manufacturers accounted for one-third of dollar sales.

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ChannelAdvisor

JULY 18, 2017

There are a lot of moving parts to a marketplace, so it’s only natural that an error message comes up a time or two. Today, we’re taking a look at Jet.com and going over some common questions and a few best practices, tips and tricks to make your life a little bit easier. 1: Error messages can come from our system or from Jet. Errors from Jet have “From Jet Marketplace” at the beginning of the message, while pre-validation errors, generated by our system, will not.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

Our new and enhanced Experience Reports ensure businesses have all of the reporting and data necessary to manage their personalization campaigns with the utmost confidence. The post Introducing: Enhanced Experience Reports appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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Heartland

JULY 18, 2017

In today’s ever-changing retail world, one thing is certain: the more places you’re selling, the better your chances of consistent revenue. Of course, being everywhere is easier said than done. While you’ve likely heard of (and may be engaged in) multi-channel selling, “omni-channel” is the latest buzzword sweeping the retail industry. But what exactly is the difference between the two?

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

A study in how deploying real-time personalization on your website is as an essential element of optimizing eCommerce customer acquisition. The post The economics of eCommerce conversion rate optimization appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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Klaviyo

JULY 18, 2017

It’s been roughly a year since you started to really concentrate on growing your email list and every month since you’ve seen a steady growth of high single digits, low double digits. Not bad considering that you’re relatively new to the game and just starting to figure everything out. Then suddenly out of the blue, you get an influx of new subscribers that leads to a monthly growth rate of over 2000%!

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

A study in how deploying real-time personalization on your website is as an essential element of optimizing eCommerce customer acquisition. The post The Economics of eCommerce Conversion Rate Optimization appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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BigCommerce

JULY 18, 2017

By and large, ecommerce marketers are well aware that sites like Facebook, Twitter, Instagram, and Pinterest can be used to generate leads. But what about community sites like Reddit and Quora? Despite their ubiquity, ecommerce marketers across the industry don’t realize that Reddit and Quora can be absolute gold mines for finding leads and prospects.

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

Customer experience management (CEM or CXM) is the process in which a company tracks and analyzes the different interactions and touchpoints a customer shares with a brand throughout the customer journey. The data gathered is meant to help inform the design of future experiences in hopes of better meeting individual customer needs. As consumers become […].

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OrderDynamics

JULY 18, 2017

Retail Order Consolidations: How To Make Shipping Orders Pain Free. Ship-from-store is a major part of omni-channel retail. Unfortunately for online orders shipped to the customer, there has been a rise in multi-box shipments. Ship-from-store gives retailers a huge advantage of being able to position merchandise to where customers shop, in-store. Merchandise no longer has to sit in dirty warehouses, away from the eyes and desires of shoppers.

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In this comprehensive guide, we delve into four essential ecommerce strategies for manufacturers. Each strategy is backed by a clear vision to ensure your efforts are aligned. Whether you’re a seasoned industry player or a budding digitalization champion, these strategies offer actionable insights to drive success. What will you find in the guide: Overview of how current events and external pressures impact business priorities.

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

Simply put, customer acquisition refers to the process and channel by which a new customer has been gained. For example, a new customer may have been acquired via a retargeting campaign based on previous browsing history, through a special discount touted in a social media post, or even through personalized email recommendations. Outside of the […].

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Teamwork Retail

JULY 18, 2017

Retail POS systems don’t have to mean “cash register” any longer. In fact, more and more retail establishments are switching away from static cash registers to shift instead toward a cloud-based, fully-integrated retail POS software system. The freedom gained by breaking away from the register is trumped only by the utility benefits of a fully integrated inventory, ordering, and purchasing system.

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

Systems of Insight refers to the technology which aims to support and improve the customer experience through the consumption, collection, and analysis of data from the combined sources of traditional “systems of record” and “systems of engagement.” By leveraging behavior-driven insights, systems of insight apply advanced analytics to operational environments at the point where they […].

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Dynamic Yield

JULY 18, 2017

Our new and enhanced Experience Reports ensure businesses have all of the reporting and data necessary to manage their personalization campaigns with the utmost confidence. The post Introducing: Enhanced Experience Reports appeared first on Dynamic Yield.

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