Ikea’s new strategy: More click and collect stores
Ikea plans to open more pick-up and order points as a main driver for growth, as the flat pack furniture retailer moves more towards ecommerce sales.
E-commerce
UK online sales up 16% in August
The IMRG Capgemini eRetail Sales Index has revealed that the long awaited heatwave that much of the UK experienced last month, as well as the hottest August day in three years, is likely to have contributed significantly to the strong performance of the Index.
EyeFitU app lets customers shop in their size
EyeFitU a new fashion portal that aims to solve the eternal problem of the lack of uniformity of sizing in fashion, has gone live.
Guest comment: The last mile of the in-store experience
For online retailers, the last mile is the most critical part of the journey, where the goods make it to their final destination: the customer. Henri Seroux, SVP EMEA at Manhattan Associates, explains how retailers can transform the Point of Sale to deliver a frictionless, engaging personal shopping experience.
Online shopping habits by region: Focus on user experience is key
There are clear differences between countries in terms of their spending habits, security concerns and preferences when shopping online, according to new research.
Social commerce: Facebook Messenger gets “Buy” button
Facebook is making purchasing through Messenger easier with a new “buy” button that lets users make payments directly in the app.
Kate Middleton tops ‘influencer list’ for London Fashion Week
Over a quarter (26%) of female shoppers are actually most likely to purchase based on a fashion trend they have seen on Facebook, according to new research.
Mobile “surpassing desktop on global path to purchase”
For the first time ever, smartphones are delivering the majority of mobile transactions in every major global market, according to new research.
Rise of shopping apps: Top global regions for mobile shopping
Over two thirds (70%) of web users in Asia Pacific use mobile shopping apps, leading the trend for shopping on the go, according to new research.
Google Maps gets ride-hailing comparison tool
Google is adding additional ride hailing partners to its Maps feature, which previously only included Uber.