Holiday Shopping

Business News

Poll: Amazon Is Still King of the Online Retail Jungle

Meanwhile, traditional retailers have collectively spent billions of dollars to try to capture Web demand.

Social Media

The 25 Best Social Media-Inspired Gifts

有没有想过做Twitter饼干?如何serving your guests your favorite liquor in thumbs-up shot glasses? Oh yes you can this holiday season.

Business News

Study: Online Fraud Is About to Kick Into High Gear

A new study forecasts a spike in attempts by criminals to steal payment card information.

Operations & Logistics

How to Keep a Hawk's Eye on Your Holiday Season Cash Flow

Paying close attention to staffing, inventory and equipment details can help you stay in the black as the New Year approaches.

Business News

Shoppers Prepare for Record Singles Day, China's Biggest 1-Day Shopping Event

Alibaba was the first company to capitalize on the holiday in 2009, and it's now the biggest 24-hour shopping event.

Growing a Business

2015 Will Likely Be Known as the Year of Mobile Commerce (Infographic)

Companies that don't have an app must not let another year go by.

Business Ideas

3 Holiday Retail Trends Entrepreneurs Need to Consider

To compete and stay relevant, retailers need to get creative, innovative and aggressive this season.

Marketing

3 Customer Engagement Lessons From the Holidays That Apply All Year Round

It's not more important than ever to stay on top of customer complaints, which can quickly sink a business.

Marketing

How Retailers Like Apple Mess With Our Senses to Boost Sales (Infographic)

Retailers are tricky. When they play to our senses, they smell money.

Marketing

If Your Holiday Campaign Failed, Start Working on Next Year Right Now

Holiday shopping is an annual event but marketers need to plan for it throughout the year.

Business News

Holiday Returns Scammers to Cost Retailers Billions

An industry group's survey estimates scammers making returns will cost retailers $3.6 billion this holiday season.

Business News

Holiday Pro Tip: Don't Screw Up Your Online Layaway Process

Kmart inadvertently canceled online layaway orders for customers and is scrambling to fix the issue.

Devices

8 Great Gadget Gifts for Entrepreneurs

Looking for a gift your entrepreneur will love this holiday season? We have you covered.

Growing a Business

Leverage the Holiday Season's Home Stretch

Extend promotions, build long-term relationships and be last-minute shopper-friendly. Building customer rapport is a year-round matter.

Growing a Business

Mensch on a Bench: How This Toy Went from Kickstarter to 'Shark Tank' in Two Years

Inspired by his son's 'elf envy,' the Mensch on a Bench creator Neal Hoffman is taking the toy landscape by storm – and is hoping to do the same with the 'sharks.'