China, chinese shopping, chinese ecommerce, chinese market, global, global ecommerce, Growing Global, ecommerce, buying online, online marketplace, Marketplaces, tmall.com, Taobao, Shipping/Delivery, shipping, logistics

The 7 Wonders of Selling into China

| Melissa O'Malley

How can small business owners overcome language barriers, cultural differences and shipping challenges to increase sales in China – one of this year’s hottest international ecommerce markets? Here are seven key considerations when selling to China

retail logistics, supply chain optimization, retail supply chain

Using Ecommerce Marketplaces to Grow Cross-border Sales

| Tim Parry

Merchants that are looking to test the global waters can start by selling on ecommerce marketplaces. Here’s why merchants should use the marketplaces to test a product line, or even just one product, to see if there’s a chance of expanding their cross-border sales.

China, chinese shopping, chinese ecommerce, chinese market, global, global ecommerce, Growing Global, ecommerce, buying online, online marketplace, Marketplaces, tmall.com, Taobao, Shipping/Delivery, shipping, logistics

Ecommerce in China Grew 21.3% in 2014

| Tim Parry

Ecommerce sales in China hit 12.3 trillion yuan in 2014, up 21.3% from 2013, according to data compiled by iResearch. Here’s a look at how China’s ecommerce growth breaks down by sector.

Vitamin Boat Expands Sales Internationally

| Tim Parry

Vitamin Boat says international sales will eventually make up over 50% of its total revenue. Vitamin Boat is expanding delivery to new international markets, and explains why other retailers should follow.

Shipping/Delivery, shipping, shipping and delivery, cargo, freight, ocean freight, ocean shipping, port strike, west coast port strike

Around the Globe, Shoppers Want More Flexibility

| Tim Parry

Online shoppers around the world want the ability to search and shop on multiple channels and devices, expect to see alternate delivery and payment options, and when it comes to shipping and returns, “free” is a driving factor to complete the sale.