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2024-04-03 23:06
Whether it’s a McDonald’s Happy Meal, a rehydrating skincare kit, or a non-stick frying pan with (not one but two) free sets of steak knives for callers in the next 15 minutes, p… Read More
2024-03-18 16:05
When it comes to online shopping, there’s one thing that strikes fear in the hearts of buyers and merchants alike.
No, it’s not the threat of bots buying up limited inventory. O… Read More
2024-03-13 19:09
Dotdigital is an all-in-one customer experience and data platform (CXDP) that empowers marketing teams to exceed customer expectations with highly personalized cross-channel journeys.
With… Read More
2024-03-09 15:05
Rapid growth can be one indicator of success—but it doesn’t always mean you’re scaling sustainably. Expansion without a strong foundation can leave your operations vulnerab… Read More
2024-02-27 19:00
Optimization is a huge topic. Conversions, marketing funnels, search engine optimization… There’s a lot to consider. These ecommerce optimization tips and best practices are a g… Read More
2024-02-06 19:53
Wheels, pencils, compasses, computers, smartphones. What do these objects have in common?They’re all the most important tools of their time.
Mobile devices have become an integral part… Read More
2024-02-01 21:30
Thinking of investing in virtual reality? With so many new developments in this space, ecommerce retailers of all sizes are asking the same question—but it may not be the right one. In… Read More
2024-01-23 22:37
Running an ecommerce business is daunting work. Fulfilling orders, paying vendors, keeping up with customer service—it’s hard to imagine being able to do this all in a normal wor… Read More
2023-11-16 15:34
The holiday season is fast approaching, which means one thing for retailers – fine-tuning plans for Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2023 (BFCM). This event is a crucial opportunity to bo… Read More
2023-11-14 13:00
The Searchspring Partner Awards program recognizes top-performing agency, technology, and platform partners for their innovative work and outstanding contributions in ecommerce.
Now in its f… Read More
2023-10-30 12:00
As the holiday season rapidly approaches, so does one of the most anticipated shopping events of the year: Black Friday and Cyber Monday (BFCM). For many ecommerce brands and retailers, this… Read More
2023-10-24 12:00
Absolute Web is a full-service ecommerce agency based in Miami, with more offices in Los Angeles and Lisbon. Through development and marketing services, they focus on developing functional e… Read More
2023-10-03 12:00
Founded in 2018, Okendo is a unified customer marketing platform that enables brands to mobilize their customers for faster and more efficient growth. Their solutions for reviews, referrals… Read More
2023-09-29 18:22
One of the most anticipated – and challenging – times for online merchants is the time leading up to Black Friday and Cyber Monday. Between the increased volume of site visitors… Read More
2023-09-22 06:18
Black Friday has become synonymous with incredible discounts, long lines, and crowded stores. The same frenzy has extended to online stores and goes beyond a single day into an entire weeken… Read More
2023-09-19 07:14
This year, we’ve seen more strategic consumer buying behaviours emerge.
Shoppers are increasingly mindful of making non-essential spending – and are willing to wait for sales eve… Read More
2023-09-15 15:47
The Black Friday shopping frenzy is still a couple months away, but for ecommerce businesses, it’s already time to think beyond the busiest shopping day (or shall we say, weekend) of t… Read More
2023-08-24 07:17
In today’s busy retail world, it’s vital to stay ahead of the curve with innovative merchandising and personalization. One strategy that has gained significant attention is geo-m… Read More
2023-08-17 22:49
How ecommerce sites connect with customers has been forever changed. One of the biggest ecommerce evolutions is the introduction of personalization. No longer limited to mere product recomme… Read More
2023-08-17 22:05
In the ever-evolving ecommerce landscape, understanding and targeting your audience is key to achieving success. One of the most powerful tools at your disposal for accomplishing this is aud… Read More
2023-08-01 12:00
5874 Commerce is an award-winning agency based in the heart of Birmingham, with offices also in London and Austin, TX. With over 10+ years of experience working on BigCommerce projects, 5874… Read More
2023-07-18 12:00
This month, we’re spotlighting our newest platform partner: Shopware.
Shopware, a leading ecommerce platform, empowers businesses with a robust arsenal of automation and AI tools, as w… Read More
2023-07-17 17:02
When did you last have to fully type out a search query?
Since Google introduced predictive search back in 2004, autocomplete and autocorrect have become a mainstay of the online exp… Read More
2023-07-11 18:08
Ready for a spelling quiz? Which of the following is correct:
A.) T shirt
B.) T-shirt
C.) Tee shirt
If you answered, “D) It doesn’t matter,” you are correct!
In ecommerce s… Read More
2023-07-05 12:00
SellersFi is a global financial technology company that aims to empower ecommerce merchants looking to grow. Whether you’re a marketplace seller, DTC brand, B2B business, or hybrid, Se… Read More
2023-07-03 17:02
Black Friday prep can seem like a never-ending to-do list. Have you ordered enough stock? Are the ads ready to launch? Did you test all the landing pages? Will the website crash??
*Deep br… Read More
2023-06-26 16:01
Fun ecommerce fact: shoppers who use your search bar are your most motivated customers. These shoppers don’t visit your site to browse or scroll. They are on a mission to find and bu… Read More
2023-06-16 12:00
Social media has forever changed the way we shop. From product discovery to purchase, customers can now complete an end-to-end shopping journey without ever visiting your website or store… Read More
2023-06-13 12:00
Tapcart is the leading mobile app builder for Shopify’s fastest-growing brands including Fashion Nova, Princess Polly, LSKD, and more. With Tapcart, you can instantly turn your Shopify… Read More
2023-06-09 12:30
Why You Need a Black Friday Nurture Campaign
How do you define Black Friday success? Is it a fleeting spike in sales? Or an influx of shoppers who keep coming back for more? Repeat custom… Read More
2023-06-01 21:02
Relevant Product Recommendations Personalize the Shopping Journey
Cyber Weekend is the biggest weekend of the year for bargain hunters. However, all the sales can be overwhelming. Ta… Read More
2023-05-25 18:53
Linear shopping journeys are a thing of the past. Today’s always-on consumer continuously switches between store and screen, and expects a seamless journey throughout.
As Black… Read More
2023-05-23 23:26
In 2023, the average shopping cart abandonment rate globally sits at around 70.2%, as per Dynamic Yield research. The Asia-Pacific region (APAC) sees the most abandoned carts overall at 82.5… Read More
2023-05-19 14:40
When thinking of ecommerce merchandising, what comes to mind? Shopper experience, brand aesthetic, product displays? Merchandising touches almost every aspect of an ecommerce site, but ultim… Read More
2023-05-16 15:16
Have you outgrown your ecommerce platform? As your online store scales, replatforming can expand your site’s capabilities, fuel business growth, and accelerate sales goals.
Here… Read More
2023-05-05 17:40
Where does creative planning fall on your Black Friday to-do list? In the trenches of inventory forecasts, sales calculations, and website testing, many online retailers (understandably) l… Read More
2023-05-02 12:00
Loved by thousands of ecommerce stores, Reviews.io is the most advanced review solution on the market. Seamless integrations with a multitude of platforms and services give brands and retail… Read More
2023-05-01 15:45
Is there any occasion that stumps shoppers quite like Mother’s Day? What should be an easy gift purchase has the potential to overwhelm customers, as they navigate unfamiliar websites… Read More
2023-04-28 16:01
It may seem early to start planning Black Friday sales, but taking action now can save a lot of time and stress in the long run. What is the best place to start? Look at your ecommerce repor… Read More
2023-04-26 19:46
With so much technology available for online retailers, it can be a challenge to determine what tools are really needed. For sites planning a digital upgrade, it’s time to get strategi… Read More
2023-04-14 14:57
The Ecommerce Reports You Need For Accurate Inventory Management
Ecommerce inventory management is a delicate balancing act. Too much stock places a strain on your warehouse, but too little… Read More
2023-04-07 16:11
It’s no easy feat to sustainably scale your ecommerce site. Growth brings new customers and revenue, but it also presents unique challenges. How do you stay on top of inventory managem… Read More
2023-04-04 12:00
Varfaj is a Miami-based Shopify Plus digital agency specializing in strategy, design, and development for ecommerce brands. Building amazing online experiences for brands and helping to opti… Read More
2023-03-31 17:13
It may seem early to already be talking about Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2023, but the truth is, there are steps you can take now to ensure a successful Black Friday / Cyber Monday weeken… Read More
2023-03-24 15:06
As a fashion retailer, you don’t just sell a product. You sell an aesthetic that touches every aspect of the shopping experience.
In a fast-moving, trend-driven industry, how can… Read More
2023-03-14 13:00
Consumers today are used to discovering and engaging with people and brands through authentic, off-the-cuff, short-form videos, on platforms like Tiktok, Instagram, and Snap. By not offering… Read More
2023-03-10 16:59
How much does it cost to deliver an exceptional online shopping experience? No two retailers will have the same answer – or the same budget.
Whatever resources are available to y… Read More
2023-03-07 23:03
A recent McKinsey survey shows that only one in ten women wants to work mostly on-site. Many also point to remote and hybrid-work environments as one of their top reasons for joining or stay… Read More
2023-03-07 13:00
Codal is an award-winning UX design and development agency that specializes in enterprise ecommerce solutions for B2C and B2B brands. With a data-driven approach, they design, develop, and m… Read More
2023-03-06 15:11
“Help My Shoppers Discover Products Faster” and “Make My Job Easier!”
I’ve been marketing and selling technology solutions my entire career, so it isn’t u… Read More
2023-02-27 19:18
Google estimates that “search abandonment”, when a consumer searches for a product on a retailer’s website but does not find what they need, costs retailers more than USD $… Read More
2023-02-17 16:01
Merchandising that speaks to everyone, speaks to no one. No two shoppers are the same, so why try to merchandise for the masses? Personalize your merchandising instead.
The beauty of e… Read More
2023-02-12 22:18
Time, effort, and expense all go into attracting shoppers to your site. The last thing you want is for those shoppers to leave without finishing what they came to do, i.e. shop! Yet that&rsq&hell…Read More
2023-02-10 20:06
In brick-and-mortar retail, merchandising is all about product displays and signage. While there are design elements involved in an online merchandising campaign, there is a completely diffe… Read More
2023-02-07 13:00
MindArc is a Sydney-based company specializing in digital retail technology. Since 2010, MindArc has grown rapidly whilst delivering award-winning websites for some of the world’s most… Read More
2023-02-03 15:47
The payment options methods you accept have a growing influence on shoppers’ purchasing decisions – whether it’s an impulse buy via digital wallet, or a considered investme… Read More
2023-02-01 07:15
Today marks the beginning of Black History Month, an annual celebration of Black achievements, stories, and culture.
At Searchspring, we pay tribute to the incredible contributio… Read More
2023-01-25 19:42
Working in ecommerce and marketing are tough jobs, even in the best of times. There’s a never-ending demand to perform well, beat goals, and grow your audience with limited resources… Read More
2023-01-20 14:00
Did you know, January 19th is ‘Get to Know Your Customer Day’?
In ecommerce, customers are certainly the lifeline of a business. Gaining a deeper understanding of your cust… Read More
2023-01-19 17:00
While shoppers may be returning to brick-and-mortar stores more and more, online shopping habits are here to stay. But, what’s not here to stay? Shopper preferences and expectations. C… Read More
2023-01-13 17:45
How an Economic Slowdown Impacts Ecommerce
The post-holiday sales slump is always a challenge for retailers. This year, the slowdown could hit a little harder than usual. Market volatility… Read More
2023-01-06 17:13
Daunted by the idea of using AI in ecommerce? Don’t be! There’s a strong possibility you already use artificial intelligence on your online store and don’t even realize it… Read More
2023-01-03 22:18
What is Searchandising?
Searchandising is a mash-up of the words “Search” and “Merchandising“. Not only is it a mash-up of words, it’s also a mash-up of two dif… Read More
2022-12-27 17:04
Email marketing isn’t just for broadcasting information to customers. With the right strategy, email is one of the most reliable channels to drive ecommerce conversions and build lasti… Read More
2022-12-20 18:34
Customer Support is a key piece of the ecommerce shopper experience. The right customer support on your online store could be the difference between a bounce and a buy.
Customer Support Tool… Read More
2022-12-16 17:04
Marketing trends come and go. But sometimes, you just can’t beat the old reliables. Email still reigns as one of the most effective ways for online retailers to reach their customers… Read More
2022-12-12 20:15
While teams are tightening budgets, investing in ecommerce tools may seem lavish. But the truth is, implementing solutions with ecommerce features that help reach your online store’s g… Read More
2022-12-06 10:03
On December 1, Searchspring hosted its third annual “Partner Cheers” – a virtual celebration, recognizing a handful of partners for their outstanding achievements and innov… Read More
2022-11-30 18:51
Cyber 5 Weekend 2022 was a record-breaking year for sales. Searchspring evaluated our client’s search data from the biggest shopping weekend of the year to find out what shoppers are s… Read More
2022-11-18 15:28
Predicting what will happen on Black Friday / Cyber Monday 2022 is no easy task. There are a lot of things going on in the world that could make major impacts on how much shopping is done an… Read More
2022-11-16 19:08
Starting an ecommerce store is exciting, and when your site starts to build a large audience and converting, it’s time to think about expanding your brand – and your ecommerce te… Read More
2022-11-15 18:20
Black Friday is over, now what? Searchspring hopped in a time machine for our November webinar this year. We jumped ahead a few weeks into the future to a time when Black Friday and Cyber… Read More
2022-11-11 17:40
Are you getting the most out of your merchandising? Or is it all manual pain and no conversion gain? As online retailers are stepping up their merchandising creativity, a banner here and the… Read More
2022-11-07 22:25
Ecommerce Site Search Definition
Ecommerce site search is the search engine on your ecommerce site where shoppers are able to search for products on your online store.
Why is Ecommerce Site… Read More
2022-11-04 16:59
Merchandising is more than an aesthetic for your online store. Executed well, it directly impacts your conversion rate and bottom line. Merchandise to gain control over what shoppers see and… Read More
2022-11-01 16:15
Ecommerce Merchandising can go by many names: Visual Merchandising, Digital Merchandising, and Product Merchandising, just to name a few. Whatever you and your team call it, the purpose rema… Read More
2022-10-28 19:31
Halloween 2022 is officially here and, according to Searchspring client search data, shoppers are ready to celebrate spooky season. With on-site searches for Halloween up nearly 200% compare… Read More
2022-10-24 12:33
Ecommerce personalization creates unique experiences tailored to each shopper.
That’s a pretty loaded, yet vague, phrase. What exactly is a unique experience? How does it work? Do I ne… Read More
2022-10-21 05:17
The day after Cyber Monday, all ecommerce merchants take a collective sigh as they feel the weight of Cyber-Weekend slip off their shoulders. Now you can finally relax, right? Not so fast. T… Read More
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2022-10-17 17:27
We recently hosted a webinar called the Black Friday / Cyber Monday Checklist featuring Searchspring’s own Jason Ferrara, Jenna Galardi from BigCommerce, and Keval Baxi from Codal. Whi… Read More
2022-10-14 17:14
Online retailers are highly attractive targets for cyber criminals thanks to the wealth of customer data and financial records they store. Breaches are increasingly commonplace, and threats… Read More
2022-10-13 14:10
Moustache Republic is a leading digital commerce agency that designs & builds award-winning ecommerce solutions for modern Australian brands. Founded in 2013, they offer a no-nonsense ap… Read More
2022-10-07 13:00
This blog post is the final installment of our Black Friday Checklist series. Check out our blog for the full range of tips and insights, as we count down to the biggest shopping event of th… Read More
2022-09-30 13:00
This blog post is the fifth installment of our Black Friday Checklist series. Keep an eye on our blog for new tips and insights each week, as we count down to the biggest shopping event of t… Read More
2022-09-29 14:25
ResellerRatings amplifies the voices of millions of online shoppers while helping thousands of brands and retailers collect, analyze, and syndicate user-generated content across key shopping… Read More
2022-09-23 05:04
This blog post is the fourth installment of our Black Friday Checklist series. Keep an eye on our blog for new tips and insights each week, as we count down to the biggest shopping event of… Read More
2022-09-20 21:23
In the lead-up to Black Friday, Searchspring built a fantastic webinar series focused on all the important topics to think through before the big day is upon us. This week, our webinar f… Read More
2022-09-20 14:43
It’s no surprise that today’s consumers are seeking out opinions from other shoppers in order to make better purchasing decisions. It’s a tale as old as time set in the dig… Read More
2022-09-19 05:46
The metaverse might be the most significant technological development since mobile internet. Proponents claim it is the future of work, education, entertainment, and, of course, shopping. In… Read More
2022-09-16 05:09
This blog post is the third installment of our Black Friday Checklist series. Keep an eye on our blog for new tips and insights each week, as we count down to the biggest shopping event of t… Read More
2022-09-09 05:05
This blog post is the second installment of our Black Friday Checklist series. Keep an eye on our blog for new tips and insights each week, as we count down to the biggest shopping event of… Read More
2022-09-07 21:22
The shopper experience was rewritten throughout the COVID-19 pandemic. Consumer behaviours evolved rapidly and in turn, placed even greater expectations on online retailers. For example, McK… Read More
2022-09-07 21:00
Linnworks reports that 81% of shoppers want a frictionless, cross-device, online retail experience. In addition, 76% say convenience is their key priority in selecting an online retailer, an… Read More
2022-09-07 20:40
Ecommerce now represents a 19.3% share of all retail sales in Australia, according to Australia Post’s 2022 Ecommerce Industry report. Lockdowns and pandemic-related effects accelerate… Read More
2022-09-02 05:02
This Blog Post is the First Installment of Our Black Friday Blueprint Series. Keep an Eye on Our Blog for New Tips and Insights Each Week, as We Count Down to the Biggest Shopping Event of t… Read More
2022-09-01 16:47
Klaviyo is a unified customer platform that gives brands direct ownership of their data and interactions. With Klaviyo, merchants can turn single transactions with customers into long-term r… Read More
2022-08-26 19:29
When an ecommerce site really knows how to merchandise, it’s like a work of art. To the shopper, visuals and product displays simply look like an extension of the site design. In a way… Read More
2022-08-19 07:58
Shoppers who use your search bar are highly motivated to buy and quick to convert when they find what they need. Relevant results are, of course, essential to this process. But beyond accura… Read More
2022-08-12 05:29
The terms User Experience and Shopper Experience are often used interchangeably in ecommerce.
If the user is your shopper, isn’t it all the same experience?
While there is some… Read More
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