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Google Chrome Update to Force Unsecure Content to HTTPS

If you’re one of the last remaining site owners who haven’t moved to https:// yet, an important date is coming up that may just be the push you need to get this long-overdue task completed. The next update for Google Chrome, the world’s most widely used web browser, is set to be released on April […]

COVID-19 Resources for Small Businesses

If your small business has been negatively impacted by the worldwide COVID-19 crisis, there is help available from the federal government.  Below is information on some of the various programs your company may be eligible for. In order to be eligible for COVID-19 financial assistance under these programs, businesses must have less than 500 employees, […]

How to Determine if Free or Reduced Cost Shipping can Boost Your Online Sales

Let’s be frank, competition is tougher than ever and with the state of the current economy, it’s only going to get tougher.  Many online stores and brick-and-mortar retailers are offering additional incentives to get people to spend money. One incentive that has always been a staple of eCommerce is free or reduced-cost shipping.  Consumers tend […]

A Guide to Working Remotely

As the COVID-19 crisis continues to develop and evolve with each passing day, there may be a point where you and some of your employees may have to work remotely. While not all functions of an eCommerce business can be run from a home or remote office, some can such as marketing, finance, customer support, […]

Does Your Business Have a Contingency Plan?

In today’s changing environment and the uncertainty that surrounds us in regards to COVID-19, it’s important not only to keep you and your family safe but your business as well. As eCommerce entrepreneurs, we work hard day in and day out to grow our business, take care of our customers, and meet the needs and […]

eCommerce Replatforming: Best Practices, Tips & Tricks

There are several key technology “ingredients” used in any retail business: The customer management system that stores information about shoppers and their behavior, The inventory management system that keeps track of product stock and locations, The fulfillment system that gets the products shipped out to customers, and The ecommerce storefront that holds it all together […]

FREE DOWNLOAD: A Step-By-Step Guide to eCommerce Platform Migration

Over the past few weeks, we’ve been sharing valuable information with our readers about platform migrations.  Why? Because one of the most frequently asked questions from our clients surround whether or not it’s time for them to move their eCommerce store from one platform to another. While migrating to a new platform may seem like […]

Need to Kickstart Your eMail Marketing? Introducing Klaviyo

So what is Klaviyo?  Klaviyo is an eMail marketing platform that allows you to leverage data from all of your channels to help you build relationships with your customers.  Klaviyo has over 100 pre-built integrations, custom properties and Javascript API’s that allow you to connect to the platform.

VIDEO: Don Cole Talks eCommerce Platforms Migrations

Changing eCommerce platforms is a hot topic in 2020.  Many store owners are debating whether moving or staying put is the right choice for their business. I recently wrote a post about some things to consider if you’ve been thinking about moving.  If you haven’t had the opportunity to read it, take a moment to […]