More than half (57%) of UK online shoppers worry that the rise in online shopping is a threat for the environment, a new report has found.
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RSSeCommerce sites optimised for Black Friday increased revenue by 330%, says Kooomo
Dec 09, 2020
With lockdown restrictions driving an increase in web traffic, retailers who optimised their eCommerce stores for Black Friday secured a 330% increase in average monthly revenue this year.
Death of the high street – How technology can help its revival
Dec 09, 2020
By Tomas Jansons, Development Manager, Jansons.
For several years, there has been a very evident and well-publicised demise of local high streets as they struggle to compete with the ease and efficiency of online shopping.
Shoppers bag toys early this Christmas in the UK, driving November sales up 11% year-on-year
Dec 09, 2020
In 2020 Brits of all ages turned to toys to help occupy the long weeks of lockdown. From entertainment to education, crafting to creating, to simply playing outside, the sector has proved its worth during the COVID-19 restrictions.
The data dilemma - how can retailers avoid losing customer data to commence giants like Amazon
Dec 08, 2020
By Sam Counterman, Director of Marketing, Northern Europe & Global Digital Lead at Selligent.
As the landscape continues to shift, and Amazon profits continue to rise (with a 37% increase reported in its recent third quarter results) it’s never been more important for retailers to assess their Amazon strategy.
Online shopping has changed logistics forever
Dec 08, 2020
From conveying systems to packing robotics, the logistics and warehousing industry is one that has made use of automation for years to keep ahead of demand. Here, Stephen Hayes, managing director of Beckhoff UK, the industrial automation control technology supplier, looks at the evolution of warehouse automation technology and new technological innovations helping the logistics industry.
Digital recruitment skyrocketing as organisations increase their online presence
Dec 07, 2020
The COVID-19 pandemic has forced many businesses to re-think their digital strategies, leading to a sheer increase in the demand for digital talent, this is according to ecommerce & digital talent acquisition agency Beringer Tame, which has seen a 100% increase in organisations looking to fill roles in comparison to this time last year.
Retailers’ final Christmas order dates are in meltdown, so shop now, urges ParcelHero
Dec 07, 2020
Despite High Street stores re-opening, online Christmas orders are still booming. Many stores are now pulling back final order dates to ensure delivery, while others have axed services, warns home delivery expert ParcelHero.
Simplify supply chain complexity and seize the future
Dec 07, 2020
By Karl H. Lauri, managing team member at MRPeasy.com.
The combination of globalisation, e-commerce and the Internet has blown apart the post-war ‘standard business model’, which saw large companies enjoying ever-greater economies of scale through mass production and mass marketing.
Nursery retailer opens new 48,000 sq ft warehouse amid online sales surge
Dec 02, 2020
Dewsbury-based online baby and nursery retailer, Kiddies Kingdom, is opening a new distribution warehouse in Dewsbury off the back of its best sales period to date.
