Majority of Brits ‘showrooming’ in store before buying online

Bricks and mortar stores are losing out on over £18 billion in sales each year as consumers find products in store, before leaving and purchasing online. That’s according to a RetailChoice study, which says nearly three-quarters (74%) of Brits admit to browsing a product in store before purchasing online, with High-Street stores have a fight […]
‘Competition is increasing’ in Google Shopping

Nearly half of the ads on Google in the UK, Germany and France are placed via external providers, although doubts remain that this is enough in the wake of the 2.4 billion Euro fine by the EU on the platform after it was ordered to open up its Google Shopping service to outside competition. That’s […]
OnBuy launches Boost to increase seller exposure

Online marketplace OnBuy has launched a new service called Boost, which it says is designed to help sellers gain more exposure and improve the visibility, rank and placement of their listings. Cas Paton, founder and managing director of the popular online marketplace, said: “Our Boost service will bring a wealth of benefits to our sellers. […]
Do you specialise in SEO? We want to hear from you!

Each month on eCommerce & Payments Briefing we’re shining the spotlight on a different part of the market – and in December we’ll be focussing on SEO solutions. 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 supplier of […]
Your place at the eCommerce Forum…

There’s a free VIP place reserved for you at the eCommerce Forum – Can you join 60 of your peers? 11 February 2020 – Hilton London Canary Wharf This unique event is entirely FREE for you to attend – simply reserve your place here for opportunity to:- Source new innovative and budget-saving suppliers Learn from […]
5 Minutes With… Cas Paton, OnBuy

In the latest instalment of our eCommerce executive interview series, we sat down with OnBuy Managing Director Cas Paton to talk about his company, industry trends, career advice and Peaky Blinders… Tell us about your company, products and services. OnBuy is one of the fastest-growing marketplaces in the world. With our fair, transparent approach, we […]
Facebook Pay rollout begins

Social media giant Facebook has begun the rollout of Facebook Pay, which its says will provide people with a convenient, secure and consistent payment experience across Facebook, Messenger, Instagram and WhatsApp. While people already use payments across Facebook’s apps to shop, donate to causes and send money to each other, the company says Facebook Pay […]
Smarter Payments Summit 2020 – Secure your place!

Following an ultra successful debut this year, the Smarter Payments Summit will return in 2020. Registration is now open for you to book your complimentary guest pass. Book your FREE place here. The Summit allows senior payment transaction professionals to share forward-thinking ideas, meet new partners and discover new ways to underpin their strategies. Date: […]
Network with 60 eCommerce peers at the eCommerce Forum

There’s a place reserved for you and 59 fellow professionals at the upcoming eCommerce Forum – claim it today! It’s entirely free for you to attend, so here’s why you should join us: You’ll have the opportunity to attend insightful seminars and interactive workshops. You will be provided with a bespoke itinerary of face-to-face meetings with […]
Shop Direct teams with University of Liverpool to find next-gen talent

Shop Direct has become an employability partner of the University of Liverpool to develop a joint programme of activity across STEM and other business-related subjects such as marketing and finance. This will include working with academics to embed real world business projects into course modules and offering internship opportunities and graduate roles to the University’s […]