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5 e-commerce trends from 2023 and what we can learn from them

Explore the key e-commerce trends of 2023, including early Black Friday sales, B2B expansion, Amazon Seller Fulfilled Prime, post-purchase experiences, and the rise of social commerce.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

How to use TikTok ads to grow your e-commerce business

TikTok has become one of the most powerful social media marketing tools for e-commerce brands. This article dives into the different TikTok Ads you can leverage to help you gain visibility and awareness amongst its one billion users.

Manon Fischer

Content writer at Hive

Want to make this year's Q4 more profitable than ever? Here’s what e-commerce retailers can do in Q3 to get ready

Q3 is the ideal moment to gear up for the busy holiday shopping period ahead. Boost your holiday sales with our 5-step action plan for e-commerce retailers.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Returns management for e-commerce success: strategies for peak season 2023

Discover expert strategies to optimize peak season returns, reduce returns, and improve customer satisfaction for your e-commerce brand.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

8 top tips to turn first time buyers into loyal customers this Black Friday 2023

Black Friday is the ideal time to acquire new customers and generate revenue. But how can you make sure these customers keep coming back for more?

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Should your e-commerce brand embrace Black Friday 2023? Weighing the pros and cons

As Black Friday approaches, the question on every e-commerce merchant's mind is whether they should participate or not. What started in the US has now become a significant part of the European e-commerce calendar.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Singles' Day 2023: Prepping your e-commerce brand for Singles' Day success

Singles' Day 2023 will likely be the biggest shopping day in the world but little known outside of Asia. Find out here all about the holiday and how to prepare your e-commerce company for it.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

13 tips to improve the conversion rate of your e-commerce store

For e-commerce brands, conversion rate optimization (CRO) is the process of turning website visitors into customers. We have compiled 13 tips to help you increase conversion in your online store.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Online marketplaces: Expanding your brand’s reach in Italy

Find out which online marketplaces are the most popular across Italy, why you should take advantage of them, and the pros and cons.

Belen Robleto

Content writer at Hive

COGS: Cost of goods sold for e-commerce

What is COGS? COGS stands for cost of goods sold. It is used to work out how much it costs to produce or acquire the products you sell.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Customer reviews: strategies to boost your business

Customer reviews can be affect a brand's reputation and customer's future decisions, specially in e-commerce. For this reason, brands need to use positive and negative customer reviews to their advantage. Find out how in this blog post.

Belen Robleto

Content writer at Hive

5 steps to expand to the EU: a quick guide for US brands

In an increasingly interconnected world, expanding overseas has become a tempting option for many US D2C e-commerce brands. We've compiled the steps you need to take from research to execution in this quick guide.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

17 trends that will transform e-commerce in 2023

These e-commerce trends are the ones to watch in 2023 if you want to stay competitive. From UGC marketing to strengthening your supply chain, these trends will transform e-commerce this year.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Shopify vs. Shopify Plus: which is better for your business?

What is the difference between Shopify and Shopify Plus and which one works best for your business? Find out everything you need to know in this comprehensive guide.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Your complete guide to dropshipping

Find out what dropshipping is, how to start dropshipping, and how to find the right supplier.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

The best online marketplaces in Germany

Find out how to sell on online marketplaces in Germany and which of the top five platforms is best for your business.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

The ultimate guide to e-commerce marketplaces in Europe

Find out which online marketplaces are the most popular across Europe, how much it costs to sell on them, and the pros and cons of selling using an online marketplace.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Online marketplaces: Expanding your brand’s reach in France

Online marketplaces are a powerful tool for growing your online business. This guide will help you discover the most popular online marketplaces in France.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

5 reasons why logistics prices are increasing and 3 top tips for e-commerce brands

Logistics costs are going up across the entire supply chain. Find out why and our top tips for how to continue to grow during financially challenging times.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

Inventory management for vitamin and supplements brands

With food supplements, buying habits can be different. There is a high rate of re-purchase, sometimes even every month or on a subscription service. This means that managing your inventory is a top priority – to make sure that your products are always there when your community needs them. Find out how Hive can help.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive

How to internationalize your beauty brand’s operations

Taking your beauty brand international is a great way to grow, but can be complicated. Working with a 3PL with experience in cosmetics fulfillment can help you tackle these difficult topics and have a smooth entry into a new market. Find out how Hive can help.

Nicola Stebbing

Content writer at Hive