Michael Kors Breaking Ground on European Distribution Center
The construction of a new, state-of-the-art distribution center in Trade Port North in Venlo, Netherlands is an important and exciting step in the evolution of Michael Kors.
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Merchants Should Remain On Course in Emerging Markets
Recent economic and political difficulties are casting doubts into the minds of ecommerce retailers worried about entering markets such as Russia, Brazil and Turkey. Here’s why these emerging markets can still be profitable when pursued with healthy wisdom, awareness, and cultural empathy.
These Are the Hottest Global Ecommerce Markets
Favorable government policies, high duty thresholds and popularity of U.S. brands all contribute to making some global ecommerce markets hotter than others.
Shoppers Choose Cost Over Delivery Speed on Cross-border Purchases
The survey found that 76% of Canadian consumers who made an online purchase from a U.S.-based retailer within the last six months, as well as 63% of U.S. online shoppers, identified shipping costs as very important; while 44% and 32%, respectively, said it was the single most important factor.
Monnier Freres Selects a New Cross-border Partner
Paris-based online luxury retailer Monnier Freres has selected Borderlinx as the company’s international ecommerce partner. Here’s how Monnier Freres will implement Borderlinx’s global solution to help it meet and exceed its international business goals.
Domestic Retailers are Opening Up to Cross-border Ecommerce
While presenting a number of risks and some significant barriers to entry, global ecommerce represents a massive opportunity and more retailers are jumping onboard as solutions for addressing cross-border business become more readily available. Here’s a look at what’s fueling cross-border ecommerce growth.
Magento and Razorfish Accelerate Ecommerce Opportunities in China
As part of the new partnership, Magento will provide Razorfish in Greater China with market development tools and resources to build Magento Enterprise Edition storefronts for retailers seeking to swiftly capture consumer sales and capitalize on the massive market opportunity.
Increased Options For Overcoming Global Ecommerce Barriers
While presenting a number of risks and some significant barriers to entry, global ecommerce represents a massive opportunity and more retailers are jumping onboard as solutions for addressing cross-border business become more readily available.
Sephora Opens Flagship Store on a Marketplace in China
Global beauty retailer Sephora has launched its first and only Chinese online flagship store on a marketplace used by consumers in China. Here’s why Sephora says joining this marketplace will significantly help in its ecommerce and overall retail strategy for China.
Staples Expands Global Presence
Staples announces its plans to expand its global presence. See which countries made the list and what it will mean for Staples.