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“3 Ways Retailers Can Reshape Their Digital Experience” by Jasmine Guthman via Total Retail

by admin | Mar 16, 2022 | E-Commerce, Internet, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

Credit: Getty Images by the_burtons Retailers and e-commerce players struggled with everything 2021 had to offer, from supply chain issues, delayed inventory, empty shelves, and a scarcity of talent. Based on close work alongside e-commerce and retailers and market...

“Practices to Protect Your Store – Cyberattacks becoming retailers’ biggest threat says OSI” by Brady Hicks via Inside Outdoor Magazine (+ learn more about and connect to BRA Supporting Vendor Partner Outdoor Sports Insurance)

by admin | Feb 1, 2022 | Internet, News, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

You’ve got your outdoor retail business. Years of passion and planning have finally paid off, and the physical – and potentially cyber – doors are now open. Your success depends not only on your ability to offer products that meet customer expectations but to connect...

“Customers want you but choose Amazon, WHY?” by Dan Pankratz via Exchange Collective blog

by admin | Dec 31, 2021 | E-Commerce, Internet, Resources, Retail Strategy, Retail Technologies

70% of Americans Prefer to Shop Local You hear it all the time, “I love your store,” or “I want to support local,” and “I am over Amazon.” But it is no secret that millions of customers are going to Amazon’s market place to shop and buy. But in a survey of 1,500...

“Why Retailers Should Focus on Online Reviews to Improve Credibility and Drive More Sales” by Heidi Sullivan via Total Retail

by admin | Nov 9, 2021 | Community, Internet, Local Search, Retail Strategy

Credit: Getty Images by Kiyoshi Hijiki It’s not a novel concept anymore, but in an age of instant gratification when consumers have all the information they need right at their fingertips — and at a moment’s notice — many retail businesses are finding that sometimes...

“Retailers Adapting Digital Marketing Strategies for Customer Acquisition, Retention” by Joe Keenan via Total Retail

by admin | Aug 5, 2021 | Internet, Resources, Retail Strategy

More time spent at home thanks to remote work, cancelled events and activities, and other pandemic-related factors resulted in consumers bringing more attention to digital shopping. Creating a consistent experience across all channels is what will keep...

“4 Best Practices for Creating a Social Commerce Experience That Converts” by Elise Stieferman via Total Retail

by admin | May 22, 2021 | E-Commerce, Internet, Resources, Retail Strategy, Social Commerce, Social Media

Online shopping received a serious bump in 2020. So did its offshoot, social commerce. In fact, among the strongest trends in the e-commerce industry, making purchases from social platforms seems to be the one to watch due to its projected year-over-year sales bump...