#Online Retail
Leonie Henzell: The ‘gifted’ entrepreneur
Some of the biggest life decisions are made when young. Our career path’s are often decided before we’ve even taken our first step into the ‘real world.’ Then – just when we think we’re set – we walk into the ‘university of life’ where we continue to mature, learn and enrich our experiences. It can […]
Cashless shopping gets the edge
Australian consumers are speeding up the retail industry’s transition into the digital world, embracing different technologies that allow them to spend without cash.
Customer loyalty on the decline
Over 60 percent of Australian consumers identify themselves as ‘apathetic’ in their choice of a primary retailer, a new survey has revealed.
5 ways to be a better leader online
Here’s what separates the leaders from the followers online.
My best mistake: why online doesn’t have all the answers
Julie and Greg Dodge of Dandelyon Gifts in Queensland had their dreams set on opening an online store. But once they’d created it, they found they weren’t getting the traffic they desired.
Mobile technology driving new retail
The value of retail purchases on mobile devices is set to increase to $5.6 billion in 2012, up from the $155 million generated by mobiles in 2010, a new report has revealed.
What eCommerce means for international opportunities
The world is flattening and borders are blurring: eCommerce has revolutionised the world of retail, opening new channels and opportunities for retailers of all sizes. Here’s what this ever-growing global marketplace could mean for your business.
4 steps to developing a multichannel business
There are many aspects to consider when a business approaches multichannel retailing. Although a one-size-fits-all structure doesn’t always apply, but there are four key steps every business must follow when preparing to become a multichannel operation.
Etsy CEO on using the marketplace to go global
You can buy almost anything on Etsy these days and the online marketplace is now a veritable breeding ground for Australian SMBs who are selling their wares all over the globe. We spoke to American CEO Chad Dickerson on his recent visit to the country.
From online to bricks and mortar: The local gift business bucking the online trend
While many businesses are shifting focus away from traditional retail and onto the online marketplace, Brisbane-based gift and homewares store Dandelyon is doing the opposite.
Online retail optimism driving move to mCommerce: eBay
After a year of phenomenal growth, Australia’s top online retailers are now beginning to embrace mobile commerce, according to the latest Online Business Index (OBI).
Is the cloud killing your eCommerce?
Increasingly, online retailers are relying on cloud-based services and applications to run their businesses. But with this reliance on outside services comes a grave risk: they’re relinquishing control of the end-user experience.
Seven ways to drive more online sales
Sadly, many of the best examples of eCommerce can be found outside Australia, so here’s seven expert tips on best practices every business can follow to drive more sales online.
Ten digital commerce predictions for 2012
Twenty-twelve is shaping up as a year of digital change for the small business and retail industries, and SMBs must be on top of upcoming trends if they want to stay ahead of the competition.
BigCommerce: a homegrown online success story
The two young entrepreneurs behind fast-growing local tech start-up BigCommerce spoke to editor Jen Bishop about their plans to help Aussie SMEs sell online.
Stores should shut up and move on, says online retailer
One of Australia’s leading online retailers has declared that bricks-and-mortar stores have lost the price war and should stop complaining and move on if they wish to keep their customer base.
Retail in the new multi-channel era
Bricks and mortar retailers can simply no longer ignore the growth of online shopping. Rather than fight it, look at the many opportunities it brings.
BigCommerce powering 20,000 stores, $350m in sales
BigCommerce is celebrating a milestone this week, announcing that it now powers over 20,000 online stores which have generated more than $350 million worth of sales.
Top eBay sellers prepare for bumper Christmas
Two thirds of eBay’s top 3000 sellers say they’re confident this Christmas will be their busiest yet.
Surviving the online retail jungle
In the wake of the online retail revolution, consumers are demanding more from their shopping experience, making it essential that retailers operate in multiple channels.
How online feedback is helping retailers survive and thrive
One can easily describe the current retail market as “it was the best of times; it was the worst of times”. On one hand, retailers are being slammed from a number of directions, but on the other, internet activity has doubled in the last 4 years and will directly contribute $70 billion to the economy within 5 years.
Retailers must improve customer service
Poor customer service is losing Australian businesses customers, particularly to the online space, according to Timothy Millett, director of training and development for i perform.
Ecommerce tips for small business
Ecommerce is increasingly becoming a vital component of business strategy in Australia. In today’s digital age competition not only comes from local businesses but global websites as well.
Online ‘presale’ shopping set to double in 2011
Online ‘presale’ shopping is expected to double in 2011, with presale shopping portal Lasoo.com.au recording a record 5.6 million product interactions in December last year, with the exponential growth of online pre-shopping expected to continue in 2011.