As a startup founder, you have big dreams. You envision your innovative product reaching customers far and wide. For many small businesses, breaking into the North American e-commerce market is incredibly attractive. Projected to reach US$2 trillion by 2029, there is certainly plenty of pie to go around. But what many startups don’t consider is […]
For most of my adult life, my oral-care routine felt like a necessary evil. Two minutes of brushing (or the “two minutes” I thought I was doing), then flossing, which was really me trying to thread waxy string between teeth that were clearly conspiring against me, and a rinse that usually ended with me spilling […]
The grocery industry is changing fast, driven by new customer expectations and advances in technology. Marat Bolatov, founder and CEO of Cloud Retail, shares a clear vision on how overcoming operational complexities is key to unlocking growth and enabling speed, accuracy, and sustainability. The Real Challenges Behind Grocery eCommerce The grocery eCommerce market in 2025 […]
Eyekandy, a global leader in immersive retail commerce, today announced the launch of Sales Ambassador, the world’s first digital human super-salesperson created to transform the shopping experience at every point of purchase. Sales Ambassador is an advanced AI-powered digital human who provides real-time, human-like product guidance for shoppers online, in-store, and on social channels. This […]
It is official — shopping in the U.S. shifted dramatically on May 2, when the government officially closed the long-standing de minimis tariff exemption for imports from China and Hong Kong. Under the new rules, packages valued under $800 now face steep tariffs, 30% or $25 per item, which will rise to $50 per item […]
For serial entrepreneurs Jeremy Michael and Kim Dang, launching The eCom Capitalist was a journey characterized by persistence, calculated risks, and eventual triumph. After a combined 15 years in online retail, digital marketing, and business operations, they transformed their experience into an impactful tool, supporting their mission to inspire other entrepreneurs along the way. Now, […]
Eggs cost as much as $12/dozen. Gas is sky high. And the costs of countless other everyday goods that fuel consumers’ lifestyles are also steadily rising thanks to inflation and other factors that are bringing up the cost of living. Consumers trying to navigate these prices are not only looking for ways to get more […]
Online shopping pushes businesses to improve efficiency and customer service. Grove Collaborative, known for its eco-friendly household products, will transfer its ecommerce platform to Shopify by March 2025. The decision aims to enhance website functions, simplify operations, and increase profits. However, large-scale updates bring risks: technical issues, extra costs, and possible disruptions. To reduce complications, […]
For too long, businesses have been obsessed with the wrong numbers. They chase Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC) like it’s the holy grail, believing that lowering CAC is the key to profitability. But here’s the reality — if you’re focusing on CAC without balancing it against Customer Lifetime Value (LTV), you’re missing the bigger picture. In […]
For decades, Amazon has been the juggernaut of e-commerce, a titan so dominant that it has shaped consumer expectations around price, delivery speed, and convenience. But here’s the thing: the cracks are showing. While Amazon’s influence is undeniable, commerce leaders who hedge all their bets on a single platform are setting themselves up for stagnation. […]
