‘Rules for large marketplaces are too strict’
Bevh, the German association for distance sellers, is requesting to reconsider European regulations regarding online platforms. The…
Building a market leader: Boost Oxygen’s ecommerce journey with Woo
Boost Oxygen is the leading seller of portable, supplemental oxygen canisters in the world. They sell lightweight…
New Ecommerce Tools: June 12, 2025
We publish a rundown each week of new products and services from vendors to ecommerce merchants. This…
Nine steps to a successful business strategy
You’ve written a business plan. You’ve chosen a business model. You may have even started selling already….
How to reach your target audience and gain loyal customers
Marketing that tries to reach everyone usually ends up reaching no one. That doesn’t mean no one…
Amazon has more than 40% market share in Austria
The three largest marketplaces in Austria account for 52 percent of the total online spending in the…
Can One Person Run a Billion-Dollar Store?
Eduardo Samayoa believes a solo entrepreneur could someday run a billion-dollar ecommerce company. Not with hustle. With…
Pro Tennis Player Pivots to Ecommerce
For years Jack Oswald was a touring tennis professional. He aimed for top worldwide rankings, the key…
Smarter B2B Site Search Starts With Clean, AI-Optimized Data
Search and discovery innovations are fueling a digital transformation in B2B e-commerce. For manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers,…
New Ecommerce Tools: June 5, 2025
This week’s rundown of new products from companies offering services to ecommerce merchants includes rollouts for local…
How to run an ecommerce sale that attracts customers and grows profits
If you’re managing an online store, you’ve likely felt the pressure to run more frequent promotions. However,…
TikTok Shop yet to take off in Germany
In the first two months after its launch, German consumers have not embraced TikTok Shop in large…
The ultimate ecommerce website launch checklist
Launching a high-performing ecommerce site requires precision, collaboration, and attention to detail — especially for established businesses…
New Ecommerce Tools: May 29, 2025
This week’s rundown of new products from companies offering services to ecommerce merchants includes cross-border shipping, agentic…
13 Consumer trends that are reshaping ecommerce in 2025
Ecommerce is an industry that’s always on the cusp of a new trend. Whether it’s a new…
Digital-First Brands Gaining Ground With Younger, Resilient Shoppers
Retail’s power dynamic is shifting fast — and younger consumers are in the driver’s seat. While older…
Shopify’s New AI Tools Empower Merchants
Last week Shopify released “Editions,” its semi-annual platform update, with a slew of AI-fueled tools to ease…
Revenue Loans Are Fast Cash at a Price
A growing form of revenue-based financing can fund the marketing push or inventory boost for ecommerce merchants…
German ecommerce to grow 4% in 2025
The German Retail Association (HDE) is increasing its forecast for ecommerce for this year. It predicts a…
Why and how to write a powerhouse ecommerce newsletter
You have a great online store, sparkling product photos and descriptions, a seamless checkout process, and a…
Swiss ecommerce grows 3.5%
Online consumer spending in Switzerland increased by 3.5 percent last year, while brick-and-mortar retail saw a slight…
Build a Business You Love
For this week’s “Ecommerce Conversations,” I’m offering another master class on entrepreneurship. It’s my fourth this year,…
How to start an online business
When you start an online business, there’s a lot to think about. Coming up with a winning…
Gentleman’s Gazette Thrives on YouTube
Raphael Schneider launched Gentleman’s Gazette in 2010 as a blog for men’s style and apparel. He added…