direct to consumer

It’s hard to believe, but February is here. The holidays are a distant memory, and most brands and retailers are laser-focused on what they can do to attract, convert, and retain more customers in 2023 despite what Gartner is referring to as the “triple squeeze” of inflation, scarce or expensive talent, and supply chain issues….

For the past decade, eCommerce was experiencing steady growth. But then the COVID-19 pandemic hit – sending that growth into overdrive. According to data from the U.S. Census Bureau, eCommerce grew more than 32% in 2020. For brands, this explosive growth presented both challenges and opportunities.  At the onset of the pandemic, many consumers limited…

It’s no secret that direct-to-consumer (DTC) eCommerce is growing. Per SAP, DTC eCommerce sales in the US grew over 45% last year – accounting for 14% of total retail eCommerce sales. This growth has been fueled both by digitally native brands (think Casper and Dollar Shave Club), as well as established brands (think Nike and…

Is it just us, or does each year seem to fly by faster than the one before it? October is already halfway over. And that means the holiday shopping season will be well underway before we know it.  What can direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands expect this holiday season? And what last minute preparations can you take…

Hundreds of millions of shoppers worldwide know and love Amazon Prime’s fast and free shipping. They also know the disappointment of forgoing desired purchases from other retailers. When these consumers shop on other sites, they often opt not to buy due to high shipping rates and long wait times. It is common to find yourself…