Flexibility with Composable Commerce
Online retailers once preferred monolithic ecommerce platforms for their all-in-one convenience. However, as technology advanced and consumer expectations grew, these platforms began showing limitations. Customers now expect personalized experiences, fast-loading websites, and smooth interactions across all devices. What was once a simple solution became difficult to customize. As a result, retailers are shifting to composable […]
Addressing Scalability and Agility Issues in Monolithic Ecommerce Platforms
Does your ecommerce platform feel sluggish and struggle to keep pace with your growth? In order to deliver exceptional customer experiences, retailers need agile and scalable ecommerce platforms. This article explores the limitations of monolithic ecommerce platforms and how they hinder retailers’ ability to thrive. Discover challenges faced by monolithic systems, including: Understanding these limitations […]
Generative AI’s Impact on Retail
The retail world is constantly advancing, from hyper-personalized product recommendations to virtual assistants, thanks to technology like Generative Artificial Intelligence (AI). When you visit your favorite ecommerce sites and see recommended products that fit your preferences and past purchases, that’s AI at work. It’s like a personal shopper, but better. AI doesn’t just recommend products. […]
Retailer’s Guide to Shoptalk 2024
Are you attending Shoptalk 2024? If so, check out this blog for a curated list of sessions we recommend retailers attend. Shoptalk exposes retailers to the trends, technologies, and shoppers’ behaviors that will define the future of retail in 2024 and beyond. It allows retailers to gain a leg up on the competition by learning […]
Optimizing the Mobile Cart Experience with UpStart Commerce
As more shoppers gravitate towards mobile shopping, optimizing the mobile cart experience is more important than ever. According to Barilliance, mobile shoppers have the highest abandonment rate at 85.65% whereas desktop users have an abandonment rate of 73.07%. Small mobile screens are an easy problem to point fingers at when troubleshooting mobile cart abandonment rates […]
Lowering the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO) in Retail Ecommerce
As retailers adapt their ecommerce platforms to market trends, hidden costs often lurk beneath the surface of monolithic ecommerce platforms. These “invisible” expenses stealthily take away from your profitability. To address these issues and significantly lower the Total Cost of Ownership (TCO), retail companies are increasingly turning to modern ecommerce platforms. Understanding Ecommerce Total Cost […]
Christmas in July: 5 Ways Retailers Can Prepare for Holiday Shoppers
While customers focus on summer sales, retailers are beginning to work on upcoming holiday promotions. It is essential for retailers to understand the strategies needed to meet the demands of holiday shoppers to maximize sales. From enhancing website performance and streamlining the checkout process to optimizing mobile shopping experiences, leveraging social media and influencer marketing, […]
The Power of Effective Onsite Search in Ecommerce
What is the true cost of having a poor onsite search experience for ecommerce customers? When customers have a subpar search experience on an ecommerce website, retailers face significant losses. Data shows that onsite search plays a huge role in customer journey, and therefore leads to more conversions. According to Doofinder, 63% of retailers are […]
Microservice-Based Solutions for Scalable Retail Agility
What are microservice-based solutions and how are they used in retail? Microservices open retailers up to heightened scalability and flexibility. What are microservices? What advantages do microservices give retailers? And what are the best practices for implementing microservices? In this blog, we will explore the concept of microservices and how they can revolutionize retail systems, […]
No Downtime Deployments: Cloud Native Infrastructure For Retailers
In the competitive world of retail, having an ecommerce website that meets consumer demands is crucial for success. Downtimes during deployments can have a significant impact on retailers, resulting in lost sales, reduced customer satisfaction, and damage to brand reputation. However, with cloud-native infrastructure, retailers can now have seamless deployments with minimal disruptions. In this […]
