#Online Shopping
Is it time to go direct-to-consumer? The benefits of D2C & what businesses need to consider
Here are some of the benefits of selling D2C, some factors to consider before implementing a new D2C strategy, and how the right technology can make the whole process more efficient.
How to start an online store in 2021
While it can be overwhelming to start an online store from scratch, hundreds of entrepreneurs proved it can be done – even during a pandemic – by keeping it simple and having a clear online strategy.
Jeff Bezos will step down as Amazon CEO
Amazon unveiled its latest earnings report today – and with it came the news that Amazon CEO Jeff Bezos would be stepping down. Yes, the big time CEO and founder of Amazon will no longer be in the top seat, planning to move to the role of Executive Chair later this year. Set to move […]
Why selling online makes smart sense for Australian service businesses
In the services game and looking to increase your sales? Selling to consumers online can complement the activities of your marketing team and open your company up to new customers and market segments. Australian buyers have no issue parting with their cash over the net; in fact, the reverse. Their love affair with ecommerce shows […]
Aussies want better online experience before they shop outside their comfort zone
Before venturing outside of their comfort zones and purchasing from a new category online, Aussies want a better overall experience from online retailers. More than 40% of online shoppers have never purchased appliances, jewellery and hardware online 60% want cheaper shipping and returns if they are to purchase from new categories online 56% want to […]
Channel immaterial – why savvy retailers should strive to give shoppers a seamless customer experience
With more Australians splitting their shopping dollars between online and in-store purchasing, it behoves retailers to ensure they’re offering a superlative customer experience via both channels. In the 12 months to June 2018, Australians spent a whopping $26.5 billion on online retail, according to the NAB Online Retail Sales Index. The Ibisworld 2018 Online Shopping […]
Benefits of dropshipping
When you’re just starting an ecommerce business, many decisions need to be made about how you plan to operate. Even if you’ve had your doors open for decades, these same areas need to be revisited every so often to ensure that you’re doing things the best way possible. One of these is your shipping processes. […]
Online Chinese consumers demand ‘Made in Australia’
Since its inception in December 2015, the China-Australia Free Trade Agreement has presented potential advantages for Australian businesses, including driving exports. Between 2015 and 2016, more than 25 percent of total Australian exports went to China, earning Australia as much as AU $85.9 billion in revenue[1]. In 2015, the National Bureau of Statistics of China […]
Small businesses a great fit for the new nimble marketplace
Consumer behaviour and the way people shop are changing. Over the last several years, e-commerce has risen and there’s no longer a clear-cut distinction between bricks (store) and clicks (online shopping). It’s all just shopping. There’s increasingly an omni-channel approach to purchasing. More and more, consumers are opting for “click and get”, especially around the […]
How to leverage online flash sale events for your business
In the past month, we’ve seen a number of large-scale online flash sale events take place both domestically and internationally. Black Friday and Cyber Monday in the US brought in $2.72 billion and $3.07 billion in sales respectively, while Singles Day in China saw Chinese consumers splash out a massive USD$14 billion in a single […]
An experience to remember: 3 ways to avoid disappointing your customer
Today’s consumers are armed with more choices, more substitutes and more outlets to pursue alternative brands. In a world where our next purchase can be just two clicks away if we’re dissatisfied with a particular experience, providing quality service has never been more important. We harp on about providing a strong customer experience and with […]
Entrepreneur brings New York shopping experience to your home
Giving up the security of a high-flying career to ‘go it alone’ is no easy decision and for some, the sacrifices are simply too daunting. Ms Chan, former Australian lawyer from Melbourne, tells Dynamic Business how having the drive, determination and flexibility can secure a successful future in a world of untapped opportunities. Shortly after […]
Online retailers benefit from revolutionary courier services
Fastway couriers, Australia’s largest independent courier company, will make online selling and buying even easier with its new Parcel Connect service. Parcel Connect will take the headache out of the send, collect and return process through its national network of local retailers. Using the service, sellers will be able to drop off their parcels at […]
Electronic Bazaar operator fined $100,000 for misleading customers
The operator of online electronics store Electronic Bazaar has been fined $100,000 for misleading customers regarding refunds and the liability for faulty goods.
Online retail continues to climb
The Australian online retail sector continues to grow, with almost 40 per cent of the population now purchasing one or more products via online per average four weeks.
Australians spent $2.95 billion online over the holidays
Released as the traditional two-month holiday spending period comes to an end, the real-time data reveals that online sales during this time have gone up by over 20 per cent from the 2013-14 season.
Growing gap between consumer expecations and retailer capabilities
55 per cent of shoppers admitted to in-store browsing before buying from online competitors, highlighting the need for retailers to offer goods and services on various platforms.
Retail melting pot creates love child shopping solution
The Montague vs Capulet relationship between online and bricks and mortar retail may soon be no more.
Strong business confidence despite digital disruption
SMBs are preparing for a digital 2014 as many roll out new business models especially designed for the global marketplace.
Hospitality sector says buying online makes no difference
Hospitality product retailers believe that locally made products still reign supreme in the sector.
Digital signage and augmented reality to take off in 2014
2014 is set to be a big year for the digital signage and augmented reality industry in Australia. Digital signage is the using of screens in stores to deliver marketing messages and improved shopping experiences to consumers, while augmented reality apps are increasingly being used in conjunction with catalogues or magazines to unlock extra video […]
Be wary of ecommerce scams this season
As consumers look to avoid the crowds in shopping centres, the number of shoppers heading online for Christmas continues to grow.
Clear excess stock on eBay this Sunday
A record 1.8 million Australians will shop via a mobile device on Sunday 8 December, according to forecasting by eBay.
A new era of direct to consumer ecommerce
Having recently launched into the Australian market, the bespoke software as a service (SaaS) platform, tailor made for selling wine online, has the potential to completely disrupt the industry.