The COVID-19 pandemic has caused a huge transformation in the shipping and supply chain industries. Since most consumers have been trying to stay safe at home, they have been shopping online and significantly increasing the amount of packages being shipped. This boost in ecommerce shopping is putting added weight and pressure onto shipping carriers and […]
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Amazon Management Made Easy with Cogimetrics
Fulfilling orders on Amazon has become a hot topic for ecommerce. Years ago, storage at Amazon was free, rates were ridiculously low, and there was no limit. Now, storage at Amazon is very costly and retailers are further penalized for storing products that are not generating commission for them. The Ultimate Hybrid Model to Help […]
5 Cross-Border Ecommerce Trends to Watch
by Juliana Pereira The COVID-19 pandemic has changed the way whole business sectors operate. Ecommerce is no exception as the virus forced brick-and-mortar retailers to shut down for months and continues to create an uncertain future for in-person shopping, even in light of an imminent vaccine. On the other hand, ecommerce continues to accelerate as […]
How to Improve Business Finances & Cash Flow
by Wave Business cash flow describes the flow of money from your business’s current accounts receivable to your future accounts receivable — essentially, it is the total of your monthly cash flow minus the balance on your accounts payable. It is important to learn what cash flow is to make better decisions in running the […]
Lee Valley Launches Innovative Contactless Shopping Capability
by Dynamsoft Corporation Lee Valley Tools is taking its in-store COVID-19 precautions a step further with the launch of a new mobile shopping tool, which incorporates the JavaScript edition of the Dynamsoft Barcode Reader. Integrated with Lee Valley’s website, LeeValley.com, the new tool allows for mobile contactless shopping in each of its 20 locations across […]
Get Your Online Store Ready for the Holiday Rush
by Mike Metz There are seemingly countless things to feel uncertain about right now, but we can be sure of one thing — online shopping will continue to be a big part of most Americans’ lives. We can also be sure that holiday shopping this year will be unlike any we have seen before. Is […]
How to Find Products in Short Supply
One of the biggest problems retailers are currently facing is a shortage of products. Essential supplies can be found almost anywhere now, since many companies pivoted to start selling PPE products around May and June, but what about all of those holiday gifts? The COVID-19 Supply Chain Problem There is a looming supply chain problem […]
Holiday Shipping Struggles Retailers Will Face
There’s no question that retailers will face shipping challenges during the holiday season. With more consumers shopping online due to the pandemic, shipping carriers will be overwhelmed and deliveries will be delayed. This is a reality shoppers will not be happy with. To get an idea of how many consumers will be shopping online this […]
Fraud Management: 5 Reasons Why You Should Choose the Best Tools to Handle These Cases
by Accertify If you are running an ecommerce business, you must be aware that any form of fraud can take place in the online business world. Due to the advent of many technological innovations these days, fraudsters are always looking for ways to hack several businesses, especially those that accept credit card payments. As a […]
How to Sync Up Your Pricing with Shoppers’ Pandemic-Driven Price Sensitivity
by Geoff Pofahl In the COVID-19 era, rates of unemployment skyrocketed to unprecedented levels at breakneck speeds. Others were furloughed, faced reduced hours and pay, or were informed of across-the-board pay cuts. For many of those whose take-home has not yet been impacted, feelings of vulnerability and uncertainty are real and will likely persist for […]
