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5 ways crowdfunding can get you through the shipping crisis

Retail Bound

The global shipping industry has operated in a harmonious dance of infinite moving parts for decades, but all it took was one virus-sized domino to fall over and throw the global trade infrastructure into chaos. One of the most disastrous effects of this global shipping crisis is the staggering increase in cost to ship.

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JD.com’s discounts and Apple’s price cut Lunar New Year retail strategies

Inside Retail

As the Lunar New Year approaches, retailers around the globe are eagerly gearing up to embrace the festive spirit and capitalise on the significant market opportunities that this joyous occasion brings. One of the best examples of this came from China, as Apple reduced its retail prices on select iPhone models by almost $70.

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How Mwave Australia caters to high-end gamers

Inside Retail

Then the second phase was characterised by an absolute lack of any new stock, product lines or launches, because there was a worldwide chip shortage coupled with shipping issues. So it’s a very price competitive margin squeeze at the moment. That was a great time for e-commerce electronics sales, maybe not for everyone.

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Retail AI & Predictive Analytics Blur the Line between Bricks and Clicks

Retalon

Still, real-world retail operations persist. This is because today’s competitive advantage in retailing can often come down to the customer experience. Plus, going into a retail store significantly reduces the potential for returns and increases upsell opportunities. The Retail Business Model has Evolved.

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Online vs. Offline Retail – Blurring the Line between Bricks and Clicks

Retalon

Still, real-world retail operations persist. This is because today’s competitive advantage in retailing can often come down to the customer experience. Plus, going into a retail store significantly reduces the potential for returns and increases upsell opportunities. The Retail Business Model has Evolved.

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Why modern retailers must provide “much more” than what they are selling

Inside Retail

Not that long ago, walking into a carefully organised grocery market, hearing a pianist perform in the centre of a high-end department store, or having a retail associate help guide you represented a good retail customer experience. Sending real-time order confirmations and shipping updates. Data is key.

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Guide to Omnichannel Pricing

Wiser

In the current retail landscape you have to admit that omnichannel retailers typically have a leg-up, compared to their single channel competitors. But one aspect of this unified retail experience that gets tricky is omnichannel pricing. Omnichannel Pricing Depends on the Selling Channel .