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More Consumers Demand Shipping Transparency from Retail Businesses

Small Biz Trends

Online consumer purchases are increasing, and this means more shipping. And according to the latest research from ShipStation, more consumers are demanding shipping transparency from retail businesses. Consumers Demanding Shipping Transparency. So, what is a retailer to do? Offering More Options.

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Does Procurement Play a Role in Retail Recovery?

Retail TouchPoints

But through this disruption, retailers began to see that their procurement process is in many ways the linchpin for maximizing revenue and reducing spend as the economy recovers post-pandemic. Specifically, procurement can help retailers optimize their spending on goods and services that are NOT for resale, also known as GNFR.

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5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022

Independent Retailer

shoppers have been deterred from making an online purchase due to worries over the return process, while online merchants have responded by trying to offer clearer and more generous return policies. The post 5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022 appeared first on Independent Retailer.

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12 Best Ecommerce Platforms and Software for Your Online Store

Small Biz Trends

Besides having a brick-and-mortar shop, going online to offer your products and services comes with lots of opportunities for your business. An eCommerce platform is a software application that helps businesses sell products and services online. This means users don’t have to buy web hosting or install software anywhere.

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3 Unexpected Benefits of Fast Fulfillment

Rangeme

With supply chain disruptions making waves in even mainstream media, you might have thought consumers would loosen their expectations for fast and free shipping. According to consumers, promising fast shipping sells. While fast shipping promises can attract new customers, delivering on those promises can help retain them.

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15 Return Policy Examples

Small Biz Trends

The precise formula will vary by store, and whether or not the merchant has eCommerce stores or a brick-and-mortar location. Is the customer responsible for return shipping costs, or will the business pay for return shipping charges? Who will pay for the shipping? What to Include in a Return Policy. Overstock.com.

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Alibaba’s Business Model – How the eCommerce Giant Makes Money

Indigo 9 Digital

Merchants on Taobao pay a fee to rank higher within the site’s search engine results, similar to the way Google works. Alibaba does not charge merchants on Taobao listing or transactions fees. Merchants are charged a fee to list on Tmall as well as a sales commission and advertising fees. Source: Statista. AliExpress.