Innovations in Offline Retail! (Infographic)

There is no escaping the fact that offline retail has changed over the last number of years. The predominant reason for this is advancement in technology but specifically with the emergence of the Internet and associated devices which allow consumers to literally shop from the comfort of their couch.

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ECommerce SEO : How Online Stores Can Drive Organic Traffic!

ECommerce and ECommerce SEO has seen a staggering growth in 2021. But what should be attributed to this growth? Few bets on pandemics, others say it’s technology, but if you take our perspective, it’s completely – the Internet.

The penetration of the Internet, the economical pricing of the same as well as the ease of networking has led to a growth of mutual trust, confidence as well as ease of purchasing.

As per the recent study, more than 60% of the users have been purchasing any product after reading or watching a testimonial.

And this is interesting!

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How to Make Your Business Punchout Ready!

Punchout catalogs can change many aspects of your business. If you’re selling B2B, then you should consider implementing a punchout catalog to establish more efficiency throughout your supply chain.

 Using modern tools and a bit of planning, you can make your business punchout ready, so your clients can begin ordering right away. 

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The Importance of Comparison Shopping and Making Informed Decisions!

In today’s fast-paced consumer market, making smart purchasing decisions is crucial. With countless options available, consumers need a reliable way to ensure they are getting the best value for their money. This is where comparison shopping comes into play.

Comparison shopping involves researching and comparing similar products or services from various sellers to find the best deal.

In this blog post, we will explore the importance of comparison shopping and how it empowers consumers to make informed choices, save money, and discover high-quality products. https://www.shipnetwork.com/post/the-importance-of-comparison-shopping

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The Amazon Effect is the New Walmart Effect!

In 1994, Amazon.com founder Jeff Bezos read a statistic that the Internet had been growing at 2300 percent annually. He fashioned that changing tide into a business plan that has been breaking barriers across supply chain and e-commerce that has left an indelible mark with the Amazon effect.

Beginning with booksellers, the e-commerce giant has expedited the closure of many retailers and threatens to redefine the standards of shopping in a digital world. Retailers are forced to lower prices, optimize their systems and processes, and reduce profit margins in favor of competition; meanwhile, Amazon continues its trek toward dominance.

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How Technology is Transforming the Food and Beverage Industry!

A recent report shared by Oracle reveals that about 76 percent of restaurant owners say that using robots for food quality checking is appealing, according to an article on Brookings. Technology has had a significant impact on every aspect of our lives, from how we communicate to how we drive, including the food and beverage industry.

And now tech innovations are changing how food is grown, processed, and bought. However, to enjoy the benefits technology offers, the food sector should use it appropriately.

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The Best States to Buy a Car In!

Your choice of where you choose to buy a car from can make a massive difference in how much you pay.

Learn more about the differences in car buying between states, and which state is best to buy a car in.

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The Top 7 Best Online Retailers to Watch!

We are all familiar with names like Google, Microsoft, eBay, and Johnson & Johnson, yet each of these companies was once a startup. So, each new business has the potential to develop into a global powerhouse and gain a competitive advantage in its industry. 

To be genuine market leaders, businesses must use cutting-edge technologies like artificial intelligence (AI), blockchain, and virtual reality. In this post, we examine some of the most cutting-edge startup businesses and online retailers that are worth following, outline their advantages, and highlight any potential advantages for you.

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Sustainability and Ethical Practices in Thrift Stores!

Thrift stores play a crucial role in promoting sustainability and ethical practices. Thrift stores offer a second life to items that might otherwise end up in landfills, contributing to a more sustainable future.

Here, you’ll learn more about the concept of sustainability and ethical practices in the context of thrift stores, discussing how thrift stores can make a positive impact on our planet and society.

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Amazon Supply Chain Strategies!

Amazon offers sellers fulfillment options. One is FBA and the other is FBM.

As a growing seller, you may already know what fulfillment options work best for you. With newer technologies being founded, Amazon continually offers new services and breaks the rules of supply chain management to improve their service, margins, and for sellers.

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Peeling Back The Orange Juice Supply Chain!

Orange juice is the most popular fruit juice in the world, and one of the most popular of all drinks globally.  Depending on the country you live in you may consume on average several gallons of Orange juice annually.

When you go into a grocery store or supermarket you are likely to see a large pile of oranges.  And when you walk down the aisle to where the juices are you will see a large variety of brands and types of juice … with lots of pulp, some pulp, no pulp, low acid, with calcium and vitamin D, and on and on.

While Oranges and juice are common and usually easily found it is still curious as to what the Supply Chain is.  What exactly is the Orange juice Supply Chain and how does it work?

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PayPal as a Payment Processor: Challenges for Store Owners!

When it comes to running an online store, one of the crucial aspects that store owners must consider is the payment processing system. The ability to seamlessly and securely accept payments from customers is fundamental to the success of any e-commerce business.

In this article, we will explore the challenges faced by store owners when using PayPal as their chosen payment processor.

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The Hidden Benefits of Sustainable Home Delivery!

With unprecedented heatwaves knocking major cities to their knees, wildfires raging across Canada and other countries, and severe weather events disrupting the lives of millions of people around the world, it’s hard not to be concerned about climate change and the environment.

Consumers, retailers, and logistics providers alike are seeking ways to reduce their environmental impact, opting to implement sustainable habits, practices, and technologies both in their daily lives and in business operations such as sustainable home delivery.

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The Omni-channel Approach to Customer Experience!

Unchaining Change Leadership

In the last decade, the growing adoption of ecommerce has been swift–and ruthless. Huge retail market players like Best Buy and Toys R’ Us are shutting down huge chunks of their physical locations due to plummeting revenue and poor customer experience.

Not only is this a result of not embracing ecommerce early in its wave, they are also now competing with ecommerce giants like Amazon and Alibaba who sell the same or competing products online.

Traffic drought in physical stores could be attributed to the rising number of purchases made over the internet for certain customer and product segments. For some, the revenue drop is significant. And yet another part of the challenge big box retailers face as publicly traded companies is that they have to answer to their investors–and with ecommerce delivering superior results, the patience afforded to big box retailers is just not as generous.

So, where does the success of ecommerce lie?

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Turn your Brick And Mortar Stores into E-Commerce Distribution Hubs!

Retailers with Brick and Mortar stores continue to be under tremendous pressure.  Competition is intense in the fast growing Omnichannel E-Commerce world.  Every week there seems to be news about how one Retailer or another is closing more of their stores when they could be using them as Distribution hubs.

And very few Retailers with Brick And Mortar stores have been able to make a profit in E-Commerce.  Competitors who only sell online without physical stores appear to have an advantage with lower overhead costs.

So how can Brick And Mortar Retailers turn their stores into a competitive advantage plus a source of greater profitability?

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