We live in a world dominated by constant consumption and it’s no surprise that our mobile devices are partially responsible for this. It is estimated that in this year, the amount of mobile internet users will be more than the amount of desktop internet users.
What does Bitcoin mean for SMBs
In just a few short years, Bitcoin has become a digital jackpot. The virtual currency and payment processing network has increasingly gained momentum and credibility since 2009. The crypto-currency is accepted by thousands of merchants across the world, including Overstock.com, WordPress and Reddit.
Save Time, Costs and Customers With the Right Shipping Solution
In an increasingly connected market, your eCommerce store delivers product to customers from around the world. You need to be able to identify the best shipping solution for each and every customer.
3 Companies That Learned to Thrive and Innovate eCommerce
At the start, it can feel like a long hard battle when you’re an emerging eCommerce entrepreneur up against major corporations. When you’re faced with a mega-conglomerate’s product selection, competitive pricing, and fast shipping strengths, it may seem hopeless to even exist. However, small businesses are anything but small. There are about 28 million small businesses in the U.S. Over 50% of the working population are working for a small business and small businesses generate over 65% of the net new jobs since 1995. There are several angles and trends that an independent and small business can capitalize on that larger brands can not. We take a look at a few of these tiny companies who hold their own against the goliaths:
First Impressions Matter: The 4 Elements of Great Store Design
Imagine you are walking along a street and pass a row of boutique stores. Each has an elegant sign and a nice display in their window. These boutiques have obscure, hipster-sounding names and it is difficult to tell what they offer just by looking at the lettering on the door. So what is it that makes you walk in and see what they have?
Use Social Media Networks to Actually Get More Customers
It’s undeniable that Social Media has become the essential tool in modern marketing. According to a report on Media Bistro 87% of small businesses say social media helps their business. The report goes on to state that 74% of brand marketers saw an increase in web traffic after investing just 6 hours per week in social media.
Getting Started With Google Analytics and ShopPad
Today we’re happy to announce the rollout of Google Analytics tracking. Now, you can see analyze data from your shoppers across any device from one convenient view. To get started you’ll need to link ShopPad and your Google Analytics via a shared Tracking ID.
ShopPad Holiday Gift Guide
For those of us who still haven’t finished (or let’s be honest, started) our holiday shopping, these great gifts can be ordered with a tap from any mobile device. Avoid the craziness of the malls while also supporting small retailers and get your gifts now. Happy Holiday’s from ShopPad!
Mobile Commerce Snapshot
This year, for the first time ever, over 30% of online shoppers were using a mobile device to make their Thanksgiving, Black Friday or Cyber Monday purchases.
Selling in the Trenches: Mobile Commerce at its Finest
Technology revolutionizes the mechanics of selling.