Archive note: This roundup was originally published on November 14, 2017. It is retained as a historical resource; third-party links, statistics, product details, and recommendations may have changed since publication.
Articles in this archived roundup
Here is a curated collection of B2B eCommerce news and useful articles covering trends, payments, and technology that reflected how businesses bought and sold online at the time. Below is the list of topics covered in this roundup:
- 7 B2B eCommerce trends + 13 B2B brands changing how businesses buy
- Is Amazon a major Google Shopping competitor?
- The promise and pitfalls of omnichannel retailing
- The first fintech to go global – the Paypal story
- The crucial role of eCommerce mobile apps for sales enhancement
- What are the differences between eCommerce fulfillment and dropshipping?
- Everything you need to know about bitcoin and blockchain in eCommerce
- Why B2B is the next trillion-dollar payments opportunity
1. 7 B2B eCommerce trends + 13 B2B brands changing how businesses buy
This longread by BigCommerce breaks down where the B2B commerce industry is moving and why B2B eCommerce trends keep evolving alongside buyer expectations. It covers strategies, software recommendations, tips for standing out from competitors, and multichannel and mobile integration options. For a closer look at what's shaping B2B eCommerce today, see our overview of top B2B eCommerce trends to watch.
2. Is Amazon a major Google Shopping competitor?
Amazon has long been a dominant force in online retail, and many businesses study its approach for lessons on growth. In this piece, Leanna Kelly examines how Amazon competes on Google Shopping Product Listing Ads and what that means for other online sellers. Take a look at how this dynamic can affect your business.
3. The promise and pitfalls of omnichannel retailing
Omnichannel retailing is widely discussed, yet the concept is often misunderstood. This article looks past the buzzword to explain what going omnichannel really involves and offers a realistic take on how to optimize multiple sales channels.
4. The first fintech to go global – the Paypal story
Continuing our look at standout companies in eCommerce: here's the story of PayPal, one of the largest online payment systems in the world. Its journey to becoming a global fintech enterprise holds lessons still worth learning today.
5. The crucial role of eCommerce mobile apps for sales enhancement
Mobile app builders need to understand client needs clearly, and this article can serve as a practical guide. The author lists and explains features that help enhance sales through mobile apps.
6. What are the differences between eCommerce fulfillment and dropshipping?
eCommerce fulfillment and dropshipping are often confused, but they are two distinct business models, each with its own advantages and drawbacks. Learn about the key differences in this article by eCommerce Nation.
7. Everything you need to know about bitcoin and blockchain in eCommerce
Cryptocurrencies remain a widely discussed topic, since blockchain technology continues to influence how commerce and payments work. This article explains the underlying economic model, offers a forecast of where things could head, and describes how buyers can purchase with bitcoin.
8. Why B2B is the next trillion-dollar payments opportunity
B2B is often described as the next trillion-dollar payments opportunity because the sector has historically been slow to adopt new technology, leaving many profitable digital opportunities untapped. That is changing as more B2B companies modernize their payment and integration infrastructure, including through API integration solutions built for small and mid-sized businesses and support for cross-border eCommerce.
That's all for this roundup. If you have any interesting news to share, leave a comment in the section below.
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