Starbucks Corp’s newest cafe lacks one element most customers are used to seeing: cashiers. The global coffee chain recently opened its first-ever location in partnership with Amazon Go, the eCommerce giant’s brick-and-mortar convenience store, where customers can sit at a table with a latte or grab a sandwich from a shelf and walk out. Starbucks […]
In 2022, Amazon will begin accepting Venmo as well. Venmo parent company PayPal announced the news during its Q3 earnings call. Details on the Amazon partnership are scarce right now, but PayPal stated tha shoppers will be able to use it on Amazon’s website and its mobile app starting in 2022. They will be able […]
ShopCash, an online shopping cashback and deal discovery app for Middle East consumers, reveals the latest shopping trends in the UAE in Q4 2021. UAE consumers across ages and backgrounds are getting increasingly cozy with the presence of eCommerce giants the likes of Amazon, AliExpress, and Noon in their lives. Purchasing groceries, household staples, and […]
Providing an outstanding customer experience (CX) has become increasingly important as we move to hybrid environments. CX isn’t just about digital spaces. Even for local shops, hotels, or restaurants, it is just as important. Customers want to enjoy every step of the way and illustrate. We have compiled some of the best CX examples. Gamified […]
Netrush, the eCommerce accelerator partnering with premium brands providing teams, technology, strategy, and infrastructure to thrive on Amazon, has acquired Sellozo in a deal believed essential for supporting today’s digital-first brands. Sellozo is an AI-driven Amazon PPC software platform engineered to support, automate and optimise global growth, for sellers and vendors. Netrush will build on […]
TLDR: Focused on CX, brands can use the continuous momentum of satisfied customers to drive referrals and increase sales. The momentum depends on three elements – spin speed, friction, and size. It is critical for all brands to align business strategies to address all three elements. With CX gaining importance every day, a comprehensive marketing […]
Profound Commerce, an acquirer and operator of Amazon third-party businesses, announced it has secured $53 million in a combined equity and debt financing from Atalaya Capital Management LP, a private credit and special opportunities investment manager based in New York. The proceeds of the facility will be used to acquire additional eCommerce brands in keeping […]
According to an Optimizely report, Reimagining Commerce Report 2020, most consumers use six or more channels and two devices before making a purchase.
“Companies must prioritise digital transformation across their entire ecosystem, taking a measured approach that evolves the business at pace without causing massive disruption. This is still a challenge for many companies transforming their customer experience and business models in a rapidly evolving digital world to ensure their survival,” said James Kirby, SVP & Head of […]
Internet retailer Souq.com in Egypt has been relaunched to Amazon.eg, the eCommerce giant recently announced. “Souq.com is now Amazon.eg,” a statement said. The relaunch was announced following the recent inauguration of Amazon’s fulfilment centre in the 10th Ramadan City. “A proud day for Souq.com and Amazon, a day we have been working toward since the two companies […]
