Author: Editorial Team

Consumers’ desire for convenience is driving the expansion of the e-commerce sector as the world embraces a digital-first lifestyle. According to Michael Keenan of Shopify, online purchases are expected to account for 20.8% of revenues in 2023, with growth projected to continue and reach 23% by 2025. This growth presents a significant opportunity for businesses seeking to sell their products or services online. However, with the proliferation of businesses moving…

Moving from B2C to B2B distribution is a major milestone for any online retailer. Many startup founders dream of seeing their product on the shelves of the big stores one day – but all too often, companies are unprepared for the logistical challenges involved in this transition. Patrick Mariak, Corporate Manager Digital Business eFulfillment at cargo-partner, shares his advice based on a case study of one of the global logistics…

We are living in a digital economy: 81% of people in Germany, the UK, France, Spain, and Italy shop online at least once a month, and 25% at least once a week. Only groceries and medication are mostly bought in stationary retail in the EU5 countries – all other product categories are mainly purchased online, according to a recent survey. Changing perspectives, what does operating in today’s digital economy mean…

Lucie is a Czech entrepreneur based in Greece and running her pure cosmetics business Phaedra Botanicals OÜ out of Estonia. Through her business, Lucie has turned her passion for natural cosmetic products into sustainably made, heavy metal-safe, multi-purpose treatment oils, creams, cleansers, and balms. Her entrepreneurial journey started deep under the Mediterranean Sea and led her to found her company in Estonia using the e-Residency program. Now she manages her…

Running smoothly: with plentymarkets, the shoe manufacturer JOSEF SEIBEL has successfully gone digital. Today, the company earns up to 15 percent of its revenue with e-commerce – and enjoys continuous growth. Read our success story to discover attractive solutions for D2C sales. Do you want to learn even more and discuss e-commerce as a whole? Then visit plentymarkets at the E-Commerce Berlin Expo, booth D3.3, and don’t miss our talk…

So you have taken on the DACH market and succeeded. What is next? For many brands, European expansion is the next key step in their growth. The EU is an ideal place to scale your brand internationally, as the single market and customs union make moving goods much simpler than across other country borders. However, there are many key operational decisions that can shape the way you expand and grow…

E-commerce is the fastest-growing industry we’ve ever encountered. According to the latest research, in 2023, e-commerce sales are expected to surpass one-fifth of global retail. It’s more than certain that these numbers will go up significantly in the nearest future. The market is growing and so does competition among retailers. Therefore, more and more retailers seek effective solutions that will allow them to develop their businesses and beat the competition.…

The exponential growth of the e-commerce market has made cybersecurity a priority for businesses worldwide. Data from Juniper Research suggests that by 2023, online fraud will result in global losses of $48 billion, with Europe particularly vulnerable to cyberattacks. This was highlighted by the events of 2022, which prompted companies to prioritize their cybersecurity measures. The Ukrainian experience provides a valuable lesson for companies looking to protect their e-commerce business…

2023 has just started – time for new beginnings. What do your customers expect from your online shop? And what should your business consider improving when it comes to international deliveries this year? These questions will be answered in this article.  How to meet delivery expectations by the customers in 2023 One of the toughest challenges for online businesses is to meet the customers’ delivery expectations. Whereas shipping costs are…

The e-commerce landscape is a cutthroat and ever-changing beast. On top of that, customer behavior changes with every new trend that pops up. The job of retailers, big or small, is to keep up and meet customer expectations as they come. Right now, German customers are showing interest in shopping via e-commerce websites, social media, price comparison sites, and marketplaces. Are your products available on these platforms? If your answer…