Monthly Archives: April 2017

Who’s on Top with E-Commerce?

It’s no surprise that Amazon is the leading online U.S. retailer. But would you be surprised to learn that Amazon’s online revenues for its most recent year were greater than the next 14 U.S. retailers COMBINED (according to eMarketer)? Or … Continue reading

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Are You Willing to Share YOUR Data with Retailers?

As we know, many people are reluctant to share their personal data due to concerns about identity theft, access to private information, and more. Skepticism abounds, as highlighted by these observations from eMarketer:  “U.S. consumers offer mixed reviews of retailers’ … Continue reading

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Doing Better at Ominchannel Retailing: Video Tips

Check out this video and paper on omnichannel marketing from BRP and Radial: “Today’s customer is always connected and always on. Digital and mobile commerce have elevated consumer expectations of the shopping experience. She expects service anytime, anywhere, and any … Continue reading

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