E-commerce is changing the rules of business on a global scale, allowing even the smallest business to reach consumers anywhere on the planet, quickly and with relative ease. Here in the United States, both established organizations and online startups recognize the vast revenue potential beyond our borders, and they are adapting their strategies to deliver individual […]
To achieve lasting e-commerce success, businesses must master every step of their operations – including the not-so-glamorous steps like packaging. Many merchants underestimate how critical good packaging is. But prioritizing it can help to set your business up for success. The right packaging helps you keep costs down. It also helps to create a more […]
Whether you have one employee or 100, you might be surprised to hear that the most direct route to success may actually take you all the way around the world. That’s because e-commerce and advances in logistics have made global trade easier, faster and more cost-effective for businesses of all sizes – and for the customers they […]
It’s easy to get started in e-commerce, as there are no barriers to entry, but there are definitely barriers to success. Especially as most businesses take time before they become profitable. E-commerce giant Amazon famously took nine years before seeing its first profitable year. Elon Musk waited a full decade before Tesla Motors had a […]
U.S. exports are on the move. The question is, where are they going? The first answer is: Up. According to the U.S. Department of Commerce, in December 2017 exports rose $3.5 billion over the previous month, to more than $203 billion. Today, more than 300,000 American companies are bringing their goods to global customers, and nearly 98 percent of […]
If you’re looking to expand your business overseas this year, we have put together 4 of the most important tips & tricks to help you reduce risk, complexity and cost. 1: Types of International shipping available on ShipGooder.com There are many vendors, times and dates to consider when choosing a shipping partner for your international […]
This post focuses on free shipping and its halo effect. It is designed to help retailers master the six key drivers that are directly linked to online shopper loyalty, and identify and resolve gaps in their customer experience. The online shopping experience is composed of many important layers, but most merchants struggle to excel at […]
Modern technology allows even the smallest e-commerce retailer to reach the entire world. Still, instead of pursuing an entire planet of potential customers, many small to medium sized businesses don’t sell beyond their own borders. Some are deterred by the belief that international sales are too complex, while others feel it’s beyond the capacity of […]
WASHINGTON — The United States Postal Service filed notice with the Postal Regulatory Commission (PRC) of price changes to take effect Jan. 21, 2018. The new prices, if approved, include a one cent increase in the price of a First-Class Mail Forever stamp from 49 cents to 50 cents. Postcard stamps and metered letters would […]
Starting January 2018, the province’s minimum wage will go from $11.60 to $14 per hour. A further increase to $15 per hour on January 1, 2019 is expected to be followed by annual rises at the rate of inflation thereafter. Premier Kathleen Wynne has pledged to support small business owners dealing with a higher minimum […]
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