Online spending hit record highs in January
All types of UK retailers have reported an increase in their proportion of online spending in January 2021, with food stores reaching an historic high of 12.2% of sales conducted online. That’s according to the latest data from the ONS, which reveals that in January 2021 total retail sales volumes decreased by 8.2% when compared […]
Switzerland leaps to top of UN global ecommerce index
Switzerland has replaced the Netherlands at the top of UNCTAD’s Business-to-Consumer ecommerce Index 2020, which ranks 152 countries on their readiness to engage in online commerce. Europe remains by far the most prepared region for ecommerce, according to the report, but wide gaps with countries with the lowest level of readiness need to be addressed […]
Do you specialise in Conversion Rate Optimisation or Fraud Management? We want to hear from you!
Each month on eCommerce & Payments Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on different parts of the market – and in March we’ll be focussing on Conversion Rate Optimisation & Fraud Management. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help eCommerce management buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re […]
CALL FOR SPEAKERS! Would you like to talk at the eCommerce Forum?
We’re looking for ecommerce industry thought-leaders to share their knowledge at the upcoming eCommerce Forum, which is taking pace virtually on March 24th & 25th. If you’re available on those dates, have an internet connection and would like to take part in this unmissable industry event, simply fill out this form, or contact Craig Ross […]
Third of UK consumers have ‘stopped purchasing EU goods’
A survey has found that 34% of UK consumers have stopped purchasing goods and services from the European Union since the UK officially left the world’s largest trading block. Eskenzi PR & Marketing, which carried out the research, highlights that since Brexit’s historic change in the relationship between Europe and the UK, stories have circulated – anecdotally […]
Join your peers at the virtual eCommerce Forum in March
You will receive a personalised itinerary of relaxed 1-2-1 meetings with budget-saving suppliers who match your needs for upcoming projects. There is no hard sell at the event, just a great opportunity to build business relationships. Your guest pass is entirely free and includes access to live and pre-recorded webinar sessions. 23rd & 24th March […]
U-Freight restructures in the Netherlands and adds e-commerce warehousing
U-Freight Group has restructured the management team at its headquarters in Amsterdam. Robert Rens has been promoted from operations manager to operations director and will take responsibility for work undertaken by current managing director in the Netherlands, Cas Scheij, who has reached official retirement age but will remain in post on a part-time basis. Rens, […]
Why the IoT is key to the UK retail sector’s post-Covid recovery
By James Bristow, SVP EMEA, Cradlepoint According to the latest ONS figures, the impact of Covid-19 restrictions on the physical retail sector has been mixed. Stores selling hardware, paints and glass, for example, saw a 13% increase in the value of retail sales compared to last year. Others have been hit particularly hard – with […]
Grow like a Badass Unicorn at the eCommerce Forum
Not yet registered for the eCommerce Forum? This unmissable event takes place virtually 23rd & 24th March! The Summit allows you to connect with innovative and budget-saving suppliers, as well as learn about the latest insights within the eCommerce industry. Your pass is entirely free and includes access to insightful webinars including “Grow like a Badass […]
Do you specialise in Mobile Optimisation or Mobile Payments? We want to hear from you!
Each month on eCommerce & Payments Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on different parts of the market – and in February we’ll be focussing on Mobile Optimisation or Mobile Payments. It’s all part of our ‘Recommended’ editorial feature, designed to help eCommerce management buyers find the best products and services available today. So, if you’re a […]
