MailChimp Integration with Magento

Integrating Mailchip with Magento is great for those looking to segment, personalize and automate by purchase history. This article will discuss some of the many features this integration provides.

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UPS vs. USPS vs. FedEx: Battle of the Shipping Carriers

ecommmerceAs the holidays quickly approach, one question on the minds of many business and company owners is “Which shipping carrier should I use for my business?” This may be a difficult choice for some, as there are a lot of carrier options available. The three major carriers in the United States are UPS, FedEx and the United States Postal Services (USPS). Each of these brands are most familiar among Americans and are associated with reliable shipping to consumer residences.

Each carrier has specific strengths, however their differences are not as stark as they once were. They each have strategies to serve the eCommerce market and continue to improve their service and delivery options, while also meeting online sellers’ (and buyers’) needs. Consequently, USPS now has exceptional 1-3 day Priority Mail capabilities, FedEx and UPS offer competitively priced ground solutions, and services like FedEx SmartPost and UPS SurePost leverage USPS for final package delivery to residences buying online. With each carrier being so similar, choosing one that is best for your business may be difficult. This article will discuss how these 3 major carriers compare to better help you make your choice.

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Customizing Your eCommerce Store for the Holidays

Customizing Your eCommerce Store for the Holidays

With the holidays approaching quickly, it might be time for a makeover on your eCommerce site. Just as storefronts need a little holiday decoration, so do your online stores. Every year many eCommerce stores add flare to their websites for the season to show they are in the holiday spirit. This is a great and easy way to boost sales and receive more traffic from possible customers. Here are a few simple ideas for customizing your eCommerce store for the holidays.

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Preparing Your Online Store for the Holidays

Preparing Your Online Store for the Holidays

The holiday season is almost always the most profitable time if year for many online businesses. Not only does the last quarter of year see increases in the number of orders, but the average size of the order tends to be much bigger as well. In fact, the majority of retailers make most of the yearly revenue in the last quarter alone. The following are just a few tips on preparing your online store for the holidays.

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Centennial Arts: The Magento E-Commerce Solution

maxresdefaultNot all businesses are built alike. If you own an enterprise or fast-growing business, then cookie-cutter, one-size-fits-all solutions likely won’t fulfill your business’s unique needs. So when you’re launching an online store, your e-commerce software should offer plenty of customizations to give you the flexibility to maximize sales and optimize your operations. Read on to find out what Magento has to offer and what makes it our top pick for the best e-commerce software for enterprises and fast-growing businesses.

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