by Deepak Gupta Who knew that a tiny virus could dramatically change life as we know it? The entire world is grappling with the health implications of the COVID-19 outbreak, as well as its tremendous impact on the global economic landscape. Businesses around the world are quickly trying to upgrade their online presence and prowess, […]
E-Commerce
How to Keep Your Online Business Thriving During COVID-19
The impact of COVID-19 has undoubtedly changed retail. To contain the virus, governments of several countries have taken unprecedented measures such as limiting travels and in severe cases, implementing strict lockdowns, causing many businesses to close their doors to the public. Darkened Storefronts To combat the store closures, many retailers are turning to their onlines […]
Tax Planning Amid Ecommerce COVID-19 Sales Boost
by Chris Rivera Consumers have been relying on and indulging in ecommerce way more than usual during the coronavirus pandemic, which is boosting sales for online merchants. As of April 27, ecommerce orders were continuing to surge, with order volume increased by 50 percent compared to 2019. From a personal perspective, my ecommerce accounting firm […]
Retailer Learns to Survive the Shutdown in Creative Ways
Many brick-and-mortar retailers are struggling to get used to the new normal that the COVID-19 pandemic has thrown at them. Between manufacturers shutting their warehouses down, running out of products, keeping their employees safe and trying to move their entire business online, it’s a lot to take in, but retailers such as Sports World in […]
FedEx & BigCommerce Bring New Ecommerce Offering to Small and Medium Businesses
BigCommerce, a leading open SaaS ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established brands, is collaborating with FedEx Corp. (NYSE: FDX) to give small and medium businesses on BigCommerce access to the robust FedEx portfolio of ecommerce solutions and competitive rates. A 2019 BigCommerce survey found that 77 percent of global consumer respondents have abandoned an ecommerce […]
Key Insights in the Battle of Retaining Subscription Customers
Due to the rise of the subscription box economy, consumers can now order anything from razors to ready-to-cook meals to be delivered to their doorstep on a regular basis. Today, thousands of subscription services exist, and after years of focusing on growth through acquisition, it’s time for retailers to rethink their strategies. In Brightback’s second […]
The Rise of Ecommerce & Its Outlook Post-Coronavirus
by Kayla Matthews Ecommerce, which has come to dominate the retail market over the past few years, is one of the few sectors doing well during the coronavirus outbreak. While physical retail has struggled with store closures and a smaller consumer base over the past few weeks, online retailers have reported notable sales growth. However, […]
How Retailers Can Protect Themselves Against Counterfeit Goods
Over a quarter of American consumers have accidentally bought at least one counterfeit product in the past year, and 52 percent of U.S. consumers have lost trust in a brand after buying a fake product online. 32 percent of American consumers believe online marketplaces should be doing more to stop the purchase of counterfeit goods, […]
How to Adapt Your Ecommerce Business to the Coronavirus Quarantine
by Daniela McVicker There’s no doubt that the global response to COVID-19 has changed the way consumers shop. Brick and mortar stores that are deemed ‘non-essential’ have largely closed down. People are avoiding going out in public. Even stores that have remained open are limiting hours, and taking other steps to prevent too much in-store […]
The Value of Brand Ambassador Programs for Start-Up Businesses
If it feels like Instagram influencers seem to be running social media, they pretty much are. With their massive numbers of followers and constant free products flooding their mailbox, they have new content to provide every day. As a retailer, you may be thinking about whether or not you should use, or even afford, an […]
