E-commerce Archives

Pinterest boosts shopping partners amid international expansion

June 17, 2019

Pinterest is expanding and rebranding its third-party partner program to enable more shopping experiences on the platform and create an inclusive global ecosystem.

Ecommerce trends: Are user generated images the key to reducing return rates?

June 17, 2019

Marketers are failing to adopt User Generated Content into their marketing strategies despite its role in reducing return rates, according to new research.

Booking travel ‘taking longer despite digital innovation’

June 14, 2019

Consumer are taking longer researching and booking travel online than five years ago, despite digital innovations, according to new research.

Toy retailer The Entertainer embarks on digital push

June 12, 2019

Toy retailer The Entertainer has improved online sales by 32% since the introduction of their new website, developed by LiveArea.

Most British retailers ‘still have no Brexit plan’

June 11, 2019

Despite three years passing since the EU referendum, over half (57%) of British retailers still have no plans in place for Brexit, according to a new survey.

Crowdfunding trends: Blockchain and video games most popular projects

June 11, 2019

Blockchain and video games are the most lucrative industries for crowdfunding projects, getting million of pounds in funding for popular projects, according to new research.

UK vs Germany: Which provides the best online delivery experience?

June 11, 2019

Some 27% of UK retailers and 53% of German retailers fail to provide the customer with any communication during the delivery period, according to new research.

Sustainable fashion: New opportunities for online retailers

June 10, 2019

Over half of consumers in the UK and US want the fashion industry to become more sustainable, calling for reduced packaging and fair pay for workers among their top demands.

The Love Island effect: Influencer ROI ‘is more theatre than reality’

June 10, 2019

The role of influencers in popular culture, like Love island or the royal family, is not as living up to the marketing hype, according to new research.

Guest comment: Is the UK really ready for any Brexit resolution?

June 7, 2019

UK businesses are crying out for a resolution to the Brexit limbo. But ParcelHero’s Head of Consumer Research, David Jinks MILT, warns they should be careful what they wish for… Its latest study reveals most companies go bust immediately after, rather than during, a downturn.