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Ahold Online Retailer Takes Majority Stake in Cycling-Oriented Delivery Service

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Ahold Delhaize ’s online retailer operating in the Benelux countries, bol.com , has taken a majority stake in delivery company Cycloon. We are huge believers in Cycloon’s sustainable and social mission,” said Vincent Weijers, Director of Logistics & Operations/COO at bol.com in a statement. “At

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The Future of Retail is Multilingual

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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. Despite the importance of multilingual support, most retailers aren’t equipped to provide it.

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As Zulily Folds, Retailer Points the Finger at Amazon

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Online retailer Zulily , once a Silicon Valley darling, has begun the process of winding down its business, with court filings indicating plans to close its Seattle headquarters as well as warehouses in Nevada and Ohio and a liquidation sale underway online. In its separate lawsuit, which was filed in U.S.

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Clean Data, Clean Planet: How Online Retailers can use Data Analytics to Reduce Their Carbon Footprint

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Operational efficiency in ecommerce has never been more important. The acceleration of the digital economy has led to technological innovation in many aspects of retail operations. Retailers with sufficient international presence should maintain stock levels in local territories to reduce transport of product across the globe.

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The Cost of Living Crisis: How Online Retailers Can Weather The Storm

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The cost of living crisis caused by rising energy costs and the subsequent squeeze on household budgets will hit online retail businesses hard this winter. Christmas 2022 is going to be challenging for many retailers. 10 Tips To Help Online Retail Businesses Survive The Cost of Living Crisis.

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Brightpearl Launches ‘Growth Hacking’ Podcast For Online Retailers 

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Hosted by industry expert Caroline Baldwin, the podcast is a weekly 15-minute bitesize show in which Baldwin interviews retail luminaries from high growth companies. . The combined revenue across the Lightning 50 over the past year saw brands earn more than £340m, with the average growth rate for online retailers at 518%.

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How Online Retail Can Maximize Google Search In Uncertain Times

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The uncertainty created by COVID-19 and the gradually loosening lockdowns mean it’s harder than ever for online retailers to know how and where to focus their energies when it comes to search. They can capitalize on opportunities by creating, updating and optimizing content that reflects the changes they’re seeing.