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Google Rolls Out New Tools to Help Merchants Stand Out on Search

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Following in the footsteps of Amazon , which introduced a “small business badge” on its site last year , merchants can now identify themselves with a “ small business attribute ” in Google Search and Maps. The knowledge panel will also appear for more merchants than it did previously.

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The Imperative of Ethical Packaging Practices for Preserving Consumer Trust

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Across various industries, misleading claims about a product’s attributes or benefits can create unrealistic expectations among consumers regarding its performance or quality. Headquartered in Central Arkansas with shipping warehouses on the East and West Coast, US Packaging & Wrapping strives for fast and affordable shipping.

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ThredUp Tests Consignment Fees, New Return Policies in the Pursuit of Profitability

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million , which the company attributed to the wider pullback in consumer discretionary spending as well as an influx of discounted product from other retailers during the holiday season. Sellers now have the choice to download a free label and ship the items they want to sell in their own packaging, or pay $2.99

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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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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. When customers place ecommerce orders, the last thing they want is an unhappy surprise.

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UPS Forecasts 23% Increase in Returns Compared to Peak 2020 Period

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The surge is being attributed to the high number of ecommerce orders during the holiday season, along with the abundance of return options retailers are using to help manage traffic and let shoppers make returns safely. A follow-up survey in October 2020 found that 60% of consumers had started using shipping companies to return items.

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Omnichannel Fulfillment, BNPL and Social Commerce Contributed to Holiday 2021’s Digital Success

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The early-season surge can be attributed to shoppers’ awareness of potential shipping delays , which also made omnichannel fulfillment a winning solution during that final rush: stores with curbside or in-store pickup options captured 62% of global sales during the Dec. 18 and Dec. 18-31 window. “In

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Super Bowl LVIII Ads Go Back to Basics: Touting Product Attributes

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I liked best Beyoncé setting up a lemonade stand and performing in zero gravity on a space ship she’s piloting. T) with a key product attribute (totally hands-free slip-in Skechers ). Even if they don’t, this one works as a nice piece of brand recognition and a demonstration of key product attributes. Of Course I Remember You!

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