Study: Social Trumps Mobile for Retailers’ 2014 Holidays Spend
Retailers are spending more on marketing data capture than mobile heading into the 2014 holidays, based on a survey by Edelman Berland for eBay Enterprise.
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Global Sales Aren’t Just for Big Business Anymore
Small businesses are tapping into global markets with enormous and expanding revenue potential, according to an infographic by PayPal.
Is West Africa the Next Cross-border Destination?
In the last decade the size of the African economy has more than tripled, with West Africa now the fastest growing region on the continent. A favorable macro-economic climate across West Africa means that growth is likely to accelerate above 7% in the next year.
3 Strategies to Convert More Mobile Traffic
Smartphones and tablets are the ultimate business tools, the coolest technologies and the biggest distractions any of us have ever seen.
Apple Pay, Same-day Delivery Highlight Macy’s Inc.’s Omnichannel Rollouts
Macy’s and Bloomingdale’s to help launch Apple Pay; same-day delivery to be piloted in fall 2014; new POS technology and customer service enhancements in testing; new apps, web functionality and mobile wallet launched; RFID being expanded to fashion categories.
Adyen Enables Alipay Mobile Payments for Evernote
Adyen, a global payment solutions provider, announced it is partnering with Evernote to launch Alipay’s new mobile optimized checkout for Evernote’s user base in China, according to a press release.
What Apple Pay Means for Omnichannel Retail
How will Apple Pay work, will it make mobile wallets go mainstream, and what does it mean for omnichannel retail? Ralf Gladis, CEO of payment services provider Computop, shares his thoughts with Multichannel Merchant.
3 Things Wholesale Companies Should Know Before Going Retail
Making the switch from wholesale to retail doesn’t have to be a difficult transition. But it is one that must be approached with consideration, preparation, and care.
How are You Adapting to a Shifting Customer Landscape?
Today, the “shifting customer landscape” isn’t theory – it’s the reality merchants face on a daily basis. Free shipping, guaranteed on-time delivery and omnichannel services are all expected – yet … Continue Reading →
Ikea Group Resumes International Online Rollout after Yearlong Standstill
Ikea Group has plans to extend its ecommerce to all of its international markets in the next few years. This online rollout resumes after a year-long standstill, according to Bloomberg.