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An In-Depth Overview of Multichannel Retailing Today

Most retailers today are engaged in some of multichannel retailing. It is one of THE trends of the recent and past as well as the future. So, we can never learn too much about the trends that multichannel retailing are … Continue reading

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How Shipping Options Can Affect Online Purchase Conversion

We know that not revealing shipping information until a customer is ready to pay for an item can have a dramatic impact on shopping cart abandonment. But another shipping topic that has not received as much attention relates to how … Continue reading

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A Fun Quiz: What Is YOUR Shopping Personality?

Do you like/love to shop — or hate to shop? Do you spend time comparison shopping — or buy whatever is readily available? Are you an impulse shopper drawn to sales and special displays — or a careful planner who … Continue reading

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