RTP blog

AUGUST 17, 2018

The subscription economy has been making waves since 2010, when Birchbox debuted a subscription box that quickly gained popularity. No matter the vertical, it’s clear that the retail world is changing. And in the case of subscription retail and direct-to-consumer sales, technology is the backbone of the business.

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Korona

JANUARY 1, 2023

So if you’re wondering how to organize your small business, we’ve got you covered. Organizing a business requires work on multiple levels. Through monthly subscription to data storage you can keep all of your data, documents, spreadsheets, and whatever other digital files you store on the cloud.

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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. Small businesses can do the same.

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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. Dropshipping. Apparel Design. Photography. Handmade Goods. Memberships.

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RetailMinded

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Retail and other small businesses face a lot of competition, particularly online. Here are four things that are essential for small businesses to grow: Build A Us er-Friendly Website. All businesses in 2022 should have a user-friendly website regardless of industry. Conclusion.

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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! Meaning “child” in Cree, Awasis is now a national brand sold in many retailers across Canada and has been able to donate over $60,000 to Indigenous organizations. Camp Candle Co.

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Korona

NOVEMBER 17, 2022

ACH payments are not suitable for all businesses, such as retail stores that use point of sale (POS) transactions to accept customer purchases. Looking for a point of sale software for your retail business? As a retail business, if you pay your employees by direct deposit, you use ACH direct deposit.

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RetailMinded

DECEMBER 5, 2023

As an indie retailer, a portion of your hard-earned income might be slipping through the cracks straight into the coffers of the tax collector. Pay attention to smaller, less obvious expenses like subscription services, minor supplies, and professional development costs. Collectively these costs amount to substantial tax savings.

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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. Social Media Manager. And very few of them are good at it themselves.

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RetailMinded

JUNE 22, 2022

Many would-be entrepreneurs and startup owners expect to enter the retail industry more efficiently than any other business niche. Many retail business ventures hold promising potential, from consumable items to daily necessities. They allow businesses to work together in one specific floor space.

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Kissmetrics

SEPTEMBER 4, 2020

With the PayPal Commerce Platform you can take payments online, in-store, on-the-go with an iZettle card reader, by QR code, over the phone and via social shopping links: If you’re a solopreneur or small business just starting out then the platform is a fantastic choice for you. 3 – FIS — The Best for Small Businesses.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 9, 2023

As the ecommerce landscape becomes more competitive, top retailers like Amazon stay ahead of the curve by delivering a compelling product experience to their customers. Here are five essential AI-powered features for modern ecommerce that all retailers will find useful. Chatbots for customer service.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 24, 2023

The platform describes itself as the ‘ leading provider of solutions that power the whole customer journey, including loyalty & referrals, SMS marketing, subscriptions, and visual user-generated content.' Subscriptions This new Yotpo product was built specifically for Shopify users. Impressive, right?!

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 9, 2022

Business owners can also choose to add Shopify Pro to their existing Shopify store subscription package for an extra monthly fee. Once you have a Shopify subscription, you can download your POS app on Android and iOS devices, and start customizing the system.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JUNE 5, 2023

If you're a retailer and don’t yet have an SMS marketing tool to plan and execute your SMS campaigns, now's the time to start looking. Go to the top CartFox Pricing You might be pleased to hear that CartFox operates on a no-subscription model. Salesmsg operates on a subscription service. But how good is it?

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Kissmetrics

MARCH 12, 2021

For example, games are often monetized by ads and in-app purchases, while dating apps generally charge a monthly subscription fee. Monthly subscription: Charge a small fee every month for access to the app. For example, you might offer a limited free plan and then charge a monthly subscription fee to access all features.

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365 Retail

JULY 10, 2023

It quickly transformed an ordinary summer day into a retail event rivalling the sales of Black Friday. From promoting small and medium-sized businesses to showcasing Amazon-branded products, Prime Day has constantly reinvented itself, keeping shoppers on their toes.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 17, 2023

Both entered extremely saturated markets, yet they offered unique experiences and curated subscription boxes to make an old, competitive product more enticing. With memberships, you can sell everything from physical goods to digital items, or even subscription boxes. Take Dollar Shave Club or Stitch Fix as examples.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 17, 2023

Both entered extremely saturated markets, yet they offered unique experiences and curated subscription boxes to make an old, competitive product more enticing. With memberships, you can sell everything from physical goods to digital items, or even subscription boxes. Take Dollar Shave Club or Stitch Fix as examples. Dropshipping.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

As a result, there are dozens of different companies all claiming to have the best ecommerce platform to offer today’s small business owners. Choosing The Best Ecommerce Platform for Small Business. Scalability: Just because you’re running a small business now, doesn’t mean that it’s going to stay small forever.

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Ecommerce Platforms

NOVEMBER 29, 2021

Features include: Dedicated tools for retail and restaurants. Making it easier to sell products in a range of formats, Squarespace enables everything from product sales to subscriptions and memberships. Memberships and subscription solutions. Inventory and cash syncing. Point of sale system access. Themes and customization.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 3, 2023

What is the Reseller Business Model? It’s not quite like your friendly neighbourhood small business, though you could adopt that model if that’s what you prefer. Instead, a reseller business is one where you buy from other manufacturers and retailers, turning those products around and selling them directly to your own customers.

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lateshipment

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Retailers soon utilized this unique opportunity and started giving additional discounts to keep customers coming. Retailers then added small business Saturdays followed by cyber Monday which has now evolved into ‘The Cyber Week’. The word spread, and now it’s the biggest shopping event before the holidays.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 21, 2021

The 2021 Retail Strategy & Planning webinar series, now available on demand, brought together retailers, solution providers, practitioners and industry experts from firms including IDC, Alvarez & Marsal, WSL Strategic Retail and Cambridge Retail Advisors. She wore it and the retailer got blasted with traffic.

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Ecommerce Platforms

APRIL 26, 2023

Squarespace Great for retailers who want to showcase their creative side, Squarespace is a comprehensive online store builder, with some of the most attractive templates on the market. This user-friendly solution for modern retailers comes with drag-and-drop tools, making it perfect for beginners in the digital landscape.

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FastSpring

DECEMBER 12, 2022

FastSpring provides a self-serve portal where your customers can view their order history, change their subscription, and update payment or bank account information. While some international payment gateways will support subscription billing, most providers only offer basic options (e.g., Prorated subscription payments.

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Ecommerce Platforms

OCTOBER 8, 2019

Square is one of the best-known solutions in the world for small business eCommerce, mobile selling, and backend business management. For instance, if you run a specific kind of business, Square can give you a software solution that's been tailor-made to suit your needs. What is Square for Retail? Custom reporting.

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365 Retail

APRIL 20, 2022

Paul Scully, Small Business Minister, said: “We’re making sure consumer protections keep pace with a modern, digitised economy. No longer will you visit a 5 star-reviewed restaurant only to find a burnt lasagne or get caught in a subscription in which there’s no end in sight.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JUNE 1, 2023

The Basics Most people are familiar with Shopify, the world-renowned ecommerce platform designed to help companies produce websites, manage inventory, and run their business in an all-in-one environment. This SCA-accredited payment solution helps businesses of all sizes to accept payments, send pay-outs, and manage finances online.

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GetElastic

APRIL 8, 2019

Include Subscription Options. Subscription-based models are becoming simpler. While not every product is a good fit for a subscription service, many are if they’re used regularly. From hair dye to dog food, we’re seeing these subscriptions really change the ecommerce model. Source: Pexels. Improve Your Customer Service.

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Ecommerce Platforms

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Today's retail market is changing. of the global retail market. That means nearly a quarter of all retail sales will be conducted online! Leading this trend are cloud-based content management systems (CMSs), which make it possible for businesses to move online. Some of the most popular include WordPress, Shopify, and Wix.

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Ecommerce Platforms

MARCH 5, 2023

Shopkeep (now Lightspeed POS) and Shopify also provide access to a range of tools to help business leaders create omnichannel sales strategies, including site builders and ecommerce capabilities. It allows companies to turn any mobile device into a point of sale system, with the Shopify Retail POS app for Android and iOS.

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Ecommerce Platforms

FEBRUARY 10, 2020

As a result, there are dozens of different companies all claiming to have the best ecommerce platform to offer today’s small business owners. Choosing The Best Ecommerce Platform for Small Business. Scalability: Just because you’re running a small business now, doesn’t mean that it’s going to stay small forever.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JULY 31, 2022

That way, you partner with a third-party logistics company (3PL) that’s built for scaling small businesses. As mentioned, the Chicago, IL hub works well for B2B fulfillment needs, but you can use it for other things like B2C, kitting, subscription boxes, and climate controlled storage. ShipBob has Chicago written all over it.

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Email Audience

AUGUST 2, 2023

But what are the best email marketing services for small businesses? 9 Best Email Marketing Services for Small Businesses Overview Small businesses have different needs than enterprises. If you run a small business, you’re probably pressed for time. I’ll introduce you to 9 options. It’s cheap.

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Ecommerce Platforms

JANUARY 12, 2021

Oracle NetSuite is a business management tool that improves business efficiency across all locations on a centralized system. This review reveals how Oracle NetSuite can help your retail business grow. Distribution and Retail brands. Portlets show you an overview of your business’ daily activities.

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365 Retail

MAY 11, 2021

In support of the capital’s creatives thriving through the pandemic, Westfield London and Westfield Stratford City are hosting social media brands that originated as side hustles in 2020 to support small business as non-essential retail re-opens.

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