Hermes Debuts Smartful eEcommerce Solution
Smartful’s basic module includes warehousing, omnichannel fulfillment and returns management as well as standard integration with leading ecommerce and order management platforms.
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O Canada: Wayfair Launches Wayfair.ca
Wayfair has forged partnerships with hundreds of suppliers in Canada to deliver a truly localized experience and an even broader selection for Canadians.
GoSend Launches GoSend Commerce at CES 2016
Looking to get started with cross-border ecommerce? GoSend has introduced GoSend Commerce, a simple program that will enable any-sized retailer to successfully transition into the global market.
Translations.com Introduces GlobalLink Connect For inRiver
GlobalLink Connect for inRiver is designed to help streamline the process of launching and maintaining global product data by automating manual tasks related to content export/import and reducing client-side project management.
4 Steps to Make International Shipping Simple
Selling cross-border has become a major moneymaker for corporations and small businesses alike. Still, many merchants find the thought of exporting daunting. Here are four simple steps to make international shipping a breeze
Week in Review: Macy’s Downfall Sends an Omnichannel Message
Despite all the doom and gloom news that came out of Macy’s, Inc. on Jan. 6, chairman and CEO Terry Lundgren said its omnichannel investments are paying off.
It’s hard to argue against that: In November and December, the company filled nearly 17 million online orders at macys.com and bloomingdales.com.
But Macy’s really has the same problem other omnichannel retailers are experiencing. They are sacrificing store-level salespeople at the expense of technology, and not finding a happy medium to make the omnichannel experience a positive one.
Jagged Peak Extends its Global Ecommerce Fulfillment Network in Asia-Pacific
Jagged Peak has announced the Asia-Pacific expansion of its FlexNet fulfillment network with Quantium Solutions in Minto, Australia. The new distribution center supports the growing demand from retail and manufacturing clients that require eCommerce fulfillment on an international scale.
Week in Review: Star Wars! Nothing But Star Wars!
A little Star Wars’d out lately? With “Star Wars: Episode VII” (AKA “Star Wars: The Force Awakens”) having its much hyped and anticipated opening today, everybody is trying to get in on the action. And this also means Multichannel Merchant’s inbox has been flooded this week with all sorts of Star Wars stats and pitches.
Is Amazon Number One in India?
According to a press release Amazon issued Dec. 14, Amazon.in became the most visited ecommerce site in India in October 2015, which includes the busy Diwali shopping season. Is Amazon really number-one in India, or is Jeff Bezos and company not giving investors and merchants a full picture of the Indian ecommerce landscape?
Rakuten to Open Flagship Store on JD Worldwide
With the goal of bringing the best Japanese products to Chinese consumers, Rakuten launched a beta version of a new online marketplace on JD Worldwide this month. Plans are underway to expand the merchandise range over time, with an initial focus on categories such as cosmetics, snacks and health food products.