E-commerce and Retail

E-commerce and retail technologies are transforming the way businesses sell products and services online. From building online stores to optimizing checkout processes and managing shipping and logistics, these tools and strategies help companies create seamless shopping experiences for their customers. Key subtopics within ecommerce and retail include ecommerce platforms, payment gateways, conversion rate optimization, product information management, and order fulfillment. Whether you’re a small business just starting out with ecommerce or a large retailer looking to optimize your online operations, staying up-to-date with the latest trends and best practices is essential for success. Explore the articles below to learn more about how ecommerce and retail technologies can help you grow your business.

  • Starbucks Brand Devaluation

    Starbucks: The Inflation and Devaluation of a Brand

    The United States really didn't understand what coffee could taste like. Coffee grinds were flavored with chips for a long time, which helped maximize the profits of coffee companies. I had a friend who worked in a packaging plant, specifically…

  • Marketing 40/40/20 Rule

    Marketing Has Evolved Beyond The 40/40/20 Rule

    I was organizing my bookshelf this morning and flipped through an old Direct Marketing book, Direct Mail by the Numbers. The USPS published it and was a pretty good guide. When I was running a direct mail business full time,…

  • Predictions for 2031 from 2006

    In the Next 25 Years, My Predictions

    It's fun to think about the future and what it might bring. Here's a collection of my predictions... Computer monitors will be flexible, light, wide, and inexpensive. Primarily made of plastics, the manufacturing processes will get cheaper and cheaper. The…

  • All Products Are Conversations

    All Products Are Conversations

    Hugh MacLeod , the cartoonist and writer, has a way of distilling big truths into deceptively simple visuals. One of his most enduring pieces features a small, purple sphere surrounded by a cloud of black dots, accompanied by the caption:…

  • Location Marketing: Retail Window Wars

    Window Wars… Location, Location, Location

    Location plays a crucial role in the success of retail businesses. Factors such as foot traffic, visibility, accessibility, and demographics can significantly impact a store's performance. Here are some key points and statistics on the impact of location and the…

  • Scope Creep: When Less Equals More

    Scope Creep: Less = More

    I've wanted to follow up on my Open = Growth post for a while. Described in that post is the likelihood of success when folks concentrate on how their solutions can be integrated with other solutions. There's a flip side…