News
Alibaba.com introduces Trade Assurance for European sellers

Alibaba’s new Trade Assurance program sets a higher standard for secure, transparent B2B trade in Europe, specifically benefiting SMEs in France, Germany, Italy, and Spain. With features like secure payments, real-time tracking, and structured dispute resolution, the program aims to build trust and reduce risks in cross-border transactions.

Trends
The battle of architectures: monolithic vs. composable 

Discover the key differences between monolithic and composable software architectures in the world of e-commerce, and learn how each approach can impact your business’s scalability, performance, and adaptability. Whether you’re looking for simplicity and control or flexibility and innovation, this guide helps you make an informed choice tailored to your unique business needs

Interviews
Running e-commerce marketplaces: insights from Miroslava Biresova on the EGN Podcast

In this episode of the EGN Podcast, host Efe von Thenen spoke with Miroslava Biresova from Kaufland Global Marketplace about the growing role of marketplaces in e-commerce, particularly in Germany, where 44% of transactions occur on such platforms. Our guest also shared tips for sellers to optimize their marketplace strategies and explores opportunities in Central and Eastern European markets.

Trends
Top carriers for 2024 peak season in key European domestic routes

Discover the top-performing carriers for 2024’s peak season across key European domestic routes. As e-commerce continues to rise, ensuring timely and efficient deliveries is crucial for customer satisfaction— find out which carriers are leading the way and how they can help your business thrive during the busiest shopping season of the year.