The Death of Cash
There’s been many a time whilst digging around in your pocket for a spare quarter for a car meter, or a snack in the vending machine where you’ve had the thought. “Why do we even use these anymore?” In fact,...
The Rise of the MicrobrandEveryone’s talking about micro. Micro poodles (cute), micro plastics (bad), and now there’s a new micro in town… the microbrand. There is an upsurge of microbrands on the market due to the value that they bring to the end user....
Cashing in On the Festival TrendMusic festivals have become the hottest ticket of the spring and summer seasons. The fashion, celebrity sightings, parties and the MUSIC is, on the surface, why these events are not to miss. If you can attend, the anticipation is high...
The Modern Mall- Give Me Technology or Give Me DeathTechnology has become a necessity of everyday life and is advancing at a faster pace than ever. This has caused immense change in business as usual, and many industries are finding it hard to keep up. And what has been...
If Looks Could Kill: Bad Product Photography Ruins Online SalesSince childhood we have been berated with the notion that it’s not all about looks. That may be true when it comes to giving that new associate the time of day when they ask you to lunch. But, when it...
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Despite Amazon’s Meteoric Rise, Alibaba and JD Won’t Be PushoversAmazon has seen its value increase significantly in recent years. Whether you just read another article detailing their next move or acquisition, or just had something from the marketplace delivered to your doorstep, Amazon is engraining itself in our daily...
Social Media and Millennials Continue to Change RetailSocial media has started a revolution not only in the realm of communication and how we share information, but also, the way we shop. All generations, particularly the Millennials and Gen Z generation, are fairly active on social media platforms...
The PROSPER Show Hits Las Vegas this MarchAre you an Amazon seller that wants to grow your business to in such a fashion that would make Pops, a.k.a Jeff Bezos proud? As the asker of the rhetorical question, I already know the answer. The real question then...
Crypto-Craze: Cryptocurrency Shaping Retail’s FutureMention the word “bitcoin” in conversation and you will witness someone geek out over cryptocurrency. Or, you’ll be the victim of some intense eye rolls; most likely it will be the latter. In short, many people are sick of hearing...
Full Speed Ahead: Logistics & E-commerceWith the advancement in technology came the rapid increase of e-commerce. Retailers have taken note and increased offerings from the typical fare such as clothing and general merchandise, to medicine and fresh produce. That being said, over the past few...
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Challenged by Returns? Fight Back with the Industry’s Most Profitable Solution.Shoppers shelled out almost 17 percent more on Cyber Monday 2017 than they did the year before. In fact, in only 24 hours, Adobe Insights reports there were $6.5 billion in online sales on Monday, Nov. 27, 2017. Mobile accounted...
Get Personal: How Online Retailers Can Master the Art of PersonalizationPeople say, “Cash is king.” And while that is accurate, in today’s world, so is convenience. For years, e-commerce has offered newfound convenience through online shopping. Besides being able to shop 24/7, not waiting in a line and avoiding crowds...
Amazon Delivering New Competition to UPS and FedExAmazon is back at it again. The online marketplace has found a new way to further vertically integrate. Documents reviewed by Bloomberg, revealed that Amazon is experimenting with a new delivery service that will increase the number of packages available...
Internet Retailer and its Online Marketplace DatabaseOur lives have become increasingly automated and digitized so it is no surprise that e-commerce has reached an all-time high. At this point, more and more people are purchasing everything from clothing to groceries online. Interestingly enough, consumers are now...
Drop It Like It’s Hot: Tips for Dropshipping SuccessA lot of potential business owners dream of having their own online store. But between glimpses of a life with extra income and being one’s boss, visions of overstock crowding ones basement interrupts. OR they shudder at the idea of...
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Southeast Asia E-Commerce Market Set to BoomEveryone wants to be on the pulse of what is about to happen. When it comes to e-commerce, businesses are keeping close watch over who will have the next boom. At this time, it looks like all signs point to...
Google Shopping Giving Amazon a Run for Its (Your) MoneyThere are many questions that plague the American people. Do you prefer coke or Pepsi, dogs or cats, or YouTube or Netflix? If that wasn’t hard enough, now it seems that the line is becoming less clear on who favors...
China Extends Olive Branch, Cuts Tariffs
All is fair in love and war. And if we are on the brink of a trade war, it looks like China is trying to show the U.S a little love. It was announced that China plans to cut tariffs...
