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“Are You Ready for Live Commerce? 5 Tips to Get Started Right Now” by Zarnaz Arlia via Total Retail

by admin | Aug 29, 2022 | Community, E-Commerce, m-commerce, Social Commerce, Social Media

Credit: Getty Images by Seksan Mongkhonkhamsao The COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the digital transformation of businesses as they attempted to meet the changing demands of customers. Stuck at home during lockdowns, people around the globe turned to online shopping and...

“Adapting to the New Normal in Retail: 5 Ways to Improve Your Digital Presence” by Nicole Leinbach Reyhle via Retail Minded

by admin | Aug 26, 2022 | E-Commerce, m-commerce, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Social Commerce, Social Media

The COVID-19 pandemic shifted consumer buying behavior to the online world, forcing retailers to adapt quickly. Even as the world recovers from the pandemic, e-commerce still has a stronghold, so it’s crucial for retailers to cater to the needs of consumers who...

“Proactive Service is the Key to Consistent, Positive Customer Experiences” by Bulent Cinarkaya via Total Retail

by admin | Aug 9, 2022 | E-Commerce, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

It’s 2022 and everything, including the way we shop, is hybrid. The 2022 Shopper Experience Index shows that almost two-thirds of consumers have embraced hybrid shopping permanently. Customers are shopping in person for products they’ve likely...

“5 Tips to Increase Retail Sales With Visual Merchandising” by Nick Gurney via Total Retail

by admin | Jul 30, 2022 | Brick & Mortar, Data Driven Performance, E-Commerce, Retail Strategy

As a retailer, you know that it takes a lot of hard work and dedication to keep your business running. And while there are many different aspects of your business that require attention, arguably the most important is your sales. Ninety percent of the information...

“4 Tips to Help Your Business Sell More Gift Cards” by Joe Keenan via Total Retail

by admin | Jul 7, 2022 | Community, Customer Loyalty, E-Commerce, Gift Cards, m-commerce, Resources, Retail Strategy

Consumer demand for gift cards, both physical and digital, continues to rise. According to the Gift Cards – Global Market Trajectory & Analytics report, the global gift card market is forecast to reach $1.4 trillion(USD) by 2026, growing at a compound...

“3 E-Commerce and Social Media Trends to Watch Through the Rest of 2022” by Jessica Hawthorne-Castro via Total Retail

by admin | May 30, 2022 | E-Commerce, m-commerce, Predictions, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies, Social Commerce, Social Media

E-commerce sales have been on the upswing as a share of total sales since before 2000, and in the last decade, social platforms have played an increasing role. Then 2020 happened, driving an unprecedented spike in online sales. This year so far, we’re seeing social...