E-commerce platforms & strategies

E-commerce success begins with developing an e-commerce strategy before choosing an e-commerce platform to drive sales. Find out how successful businesses buy e-commerce technology and read advice on how to create an effective e-commerce strategy.

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July 29, 2020 29 Jul'20
Oracle CX head Rob Tarkoff: Acquisition integrations complete

The executive vice president of CX and Oracle Data Cloud discusses how acquired technologies have been fully integrated into Oracle's customer experience SaaS application stack.
July 21, 2020 21 Jul'20
Salesforce beefs up e-commerce order management features

Salesforce adds B2C-friendly order-management features to support internationalization of e-commerce, as well as pre-built integrations to channels such as Google and Instagram.
June 19, 2020 19 Jun'20
SAP C/4HANA leads discuss future of CX platform

New leaders of SAP's customer experience platform discuss its future direction, with a retrospective look at how CRM's past evolved into customer-centric CX technology.
June 17, 2020 17 Jun'20
SAP C/4HANA users describe e-commerce pivots amid COVID-19

SAP's customer experience application suite still a priority after a year of senior leadership upheaval at the enterprise cloud vendor, thanks to the COVID-19 economy.

E-commerce platforms & strategies Get Started

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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
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
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 platforms & strategies Vendors & Products

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As stores reopen, e-commerce is king in luxury retail

Brick-and-mortar stores are reopening, but that doesn't mean retailers should lessen focus on online experiences. Olivela, a luxury retail company, strategizes for beyond COVID-19. Continue Reading
6 key benefits of headless commerce

Traditional e-commerce changed how businesses could sell products, but with headless commerce, organizations can better personalize the customer experience. Continue Reading
Collaboration tools in the workplace boost customer experiences

Collaboration tools improve personal digital experiences internally for contact center agents, marketers and sales pros and externally for customers in an e-commerce environment. Continue Reading

Manage E-commerce platforms & strategies

Learn to apply best practices and optimize your operations.

Email, social media marketing strategies adjust amid COVID-19

Businesses lean on email, social media marketing and softer brand messaging to keep customers engaged while the coronavirus keeps the world quarantined at home. Continue Reading
3 tips for adding e-commerce to an existing website

While many businesses realize the necessity for e-commerce functions on their websites, they should be sure to focus on the customer journey and maintaining consistent experiences. Continue Reading
E-commerce content management systems power personalization

Today's customers expect an engaging, personalized experience, even when shopping online. Learn how an e-commerce-ready CMS can point enterprises in the right direction. Continue Reading

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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
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
How can a call center offshore outsourcing firm attract new clients?

It's difficult for call center outsourcing firms to differentiate themselves from their competitors. Donna Fluss gives tips for call center outsourcers looking to attract new business in this expert tip. Continue Reading