Category Archives: Social Media and Retailing

Retail conversations are increasingly two-way interactions; many blogs have a great impact on given retailers’ performance (and blog messages are not typically controlled by the retailers).

Hi-Tech Means New Shopping Habits

Take a look at this infographic from Symphony Teleca to see how smart devices and social media are impacting shopping habits. There is A LOT of useful information here. Thanks to John S. for suggesting this post.   Linked to Mashable  

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More Retailers Embrace Cross-Channel Activities

As reported by eMarketer: “According to July 2012 research from the e-tailing group’s ‘Mobile Mystery Shopping Study,’ certain cross-channel features may help U.S. retailers deliver more positive shopping experiences for smartphone and tablet-toting shoppers.” Read more by clicking the chart.  

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Local Online Marketing: A Smart Way to Target Customers

In the report available below, Neustar Insights / Retail says: “The global nature of the Internet doesn’t erase the need for swimsuits in Orlando or snowsuits in Minneapolis. Retailers still need to let buyers know where their closest stores are. … Continue reading

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