Holiday shopping 2015 is going to look a lot like last year, only more so in terms of customer expectations for faster delivery, flexibility and options, as well as a mobile-friendly experience. See what retailers and industry experts had to say about holiday 2015.
DirectBuy, the buying club that provides members with exclusive access to over a million products from hundreds of brands without hidden retail markup, continues its multi-year makeover with the launch of the all-new “My DirectBuy” member website.
When manufacturers have inventory to move, many are tempted to liquidate it – which may be quick and easy, but also has many disadvantages. Luke Frandrup, associate vice president of client success at Digital River, discusses how opening a direct-to-consumer outlet can help maximize merchants’ online sales.
International airfreight comparison site ParcelHero, an ecommerce fulfilment specialist, says Jet.com will be a game-changer in the industry, thanks to its unique cost saving approach to logistics.
Uncovering the latest insights into the online shopper’s expectations during the holiday shopping season, a new survey by eBay Enterprise and CFI Group reveals that consumers desire multiple ordering and more shipping options; while proving that product availability and late deliveries have the biggest impact on retailers’ bottom line.
HSN’s plan to consolidate its Roanoke, VA distribution center with its DC in Piney Flats, TN, will lead to faster delivery times for its customers, CEO Mindy Grossman said during the company’s second-quarter earnings call earlier this month.
Trust is an important factor in achieving commercial success for retailers, particularly in the highly competitive US market. One of the ways that retailers earn trust is through their pricing strategies, but it’s a lot more complex than simply who is the cheapest.
Even though fall is just about upon us, there is still a window of opportunity to make sure you’re distribution center is ready for this year’s holiday peak season. If you’re starting from scratch, or learning from last year’s lessons, here are a couple quick assessments and fixes to help get your distribution center facility, staff and operations prepped and ready for this year’s peak season.
In a week heavy with retail financials from major companies, there were some clear winners and losers.
ArtistBe.com, an online artist community showcasing original art of both established and emerging artists from around the world announced the completion of its fully responsive design and optimization of its website. See what results it has gained since its roll out.