Category Archives: Online Retailing

Bricks-and click retailing and online-only retailing are covered here. There are lots of posts on multi-channel retailing.

Pinterest Adds Web Analytics

Posted on March 30, 2013 by bermanevansretail

To provide better services for consumers and companies, Pinterest (the social media phenomenon) has begun to offer Web analytics for the first time. According to Daniela Forte, writing for Multichannel Merchant: “The Pinterest Web analytics will measure influence, pin performance, traffic … Continue reading →

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Understanding Shopping Cart Abandonment

Posted on March 29, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Shopping cart abandonment is a HUGE problem that online retailers must address (see this post, for example). As Erin Lynch reports for Multichannel Merchant: “Shopping cart abandonment is a major E-commerce concern, especially when nearly 72% of Web site visitors … Continue reading →

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Cabela’s Multi-Channel Approach

Posted on March 28, 2013 by bermanevansretail

Cabela’s is one of the foremost multi-channel outdoor outfitters in the world — with mail-order, retail store, and Internet operations. As Tracey Ryniec reports for Forbes: “Cabela’s is more than just a retailer that sells hunting, fishing, and camping merchandise. It only has … Continue reading →

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