E-Commerce
E-commerce, a growing extension of marketing automation and sales automation, drives sales by closing the deal through automated payments via e-commerce platforms. Here, find the latest news and strategies for deploying e-commerce business.
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E-Commerce News
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January 21, 2021
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Jan'21
Acquia launches headless commerce integration
Acquia adds cloud e-commerce to its expanding digital experience platform via tight integrations with Lucidworks' AI-assisted product recommendation engine and Commercetools' headless commerce.
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January 19, 2021
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Jan'21
Google launches a suite of retail AI products
Google released AI products for online retailers as the tech giant increases its focus on industry verticals. The new products are designed for small and large retailers.
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January 14, 2021
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Jan'21
Capitol riots spark e-commerce terms of service enforcement
Shopify, Salesforce and Google take action in wake of Capitol riots, as adware and customer experience platforms play an uncomfortable role in political events and discourse.
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January 13, 2021
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Jan'21
National Retail Federation tackles political unrest, COVID-19
Retailers at NRF discuss COVID-19 operations and how they changed retail forever. Also: the technologies that keep customer experience consistent during supply-chain disruptions.
E-Commerce Get Started
Bring yourself up to speed with our introductory content
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Personalized digital experiences for customers begin at home
Learn how implementing a rewarding digital experience for savvy customers starts with digitally transforming corporate culture and nurturing a customer-facing staff. Continue Reading
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Contact center AI opens new frontiers for customer engagements
Learn how AI and automation technologies like machine learning, chatbots and NLP are transforming one-dimensional call centers into multidimensional contact centers. Continue Reading
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Digital transformation technologies power CX makeovers
Businesses use many tools to effect digital transformation. Learn how organizations use these tools to improve CX and digital experience, while getting a leg up on the competition. Continue Reading
Evaluate E-Commerce Vendors & Products
Weigh the pros and cons of technologies, products and projects you are considering.
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Why customer-centric design is crucial for CX
In her book, '100 Things Every Designer Needs to Know About People,' Susan Weinschenk talks about why it is important for companies to know their audience to better design for them. Continue Reading
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Headless CMS powers personalized, omnichannel e-commerce
As the headless CMS gains steam, understand why e-commerce companies are the most likely ones to reap the benefits and what trends are driving its adoption. Continue Reading
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Channel partners help solve retail industry challenges
Retailers are exploring a range of IT strategies to overcome pressures caused by the pandemic and fierce online competition. Find out how channel partners can help. Continue Reading
Manage E-Commerce
Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.
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Why companies shouldn't overlook mobile customer engagement
Companies that have a mobile customer engagement strategy can improve personalization, connect with customers over various channels and provide an easy buying process. Continue Reading
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4 e-commerce email marketing strategies to heed
Building a database, nurturing existing customers and using an email service provider are some e-commerce email marketing strategies to help businesses increase revenue. Continue Reading
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NLP, chatbot development reignite conversational commerce AI
The world of e-commerce has been focused on the adoption of conversational commerce for years to boost online sales. COVID-19 might just be the catalyst for widespread use. Continue Reading
Problem Solve E-Commerce Issues
We’ve gathered up expert advice and tips from professionals like you so that the answers you need are always available.
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How do headless e-commerce platforms work?
A headless e-commerce platform is a cloud-based service that can connect e-commerce activities and functions to mobile apps and third-party applications. Here's how it works. Continue Reading
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How do you know when you've outgrown your e-commerce platform?
When the native content management capabilities of your e-commerce system no longer meet your business needs, consider integrating it with a separate CMS. Continue Reading
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Three management tips for overseeing call center agents on night shift
There are psychological and medical challenges for call center agents working the night shift. Hear management tips from Donna Fluss for managing night shift call center agents. Continue Reading