Olivia Paine

Olivia Paine

Customer Experience Advisor
Olivia Paine specializes in retail trends and innovation. She explores emerging trends such as experiential retail, sustainable practices, and digital transformation. Olivia is a creative and forward-thinking writer who inspires her readers to embrace change, experiment with new approaches, and stay ahead of the curve in an increasingly competitive market.
5 E-commerce Trends to Look for in 2023
Editorial 5 E-commerce Trends to Look for in 2023

The E-commerce industry is in a state of constant evolution and the global pandemic has served as a catalyst for its growth. During this period, consumers have come to recognize the convenience and efficiency of online shopping, as well as the added safety and security it provides. Furthermore,

5 Issues Directly Impacting Retail Today
Editorial 5 Issues Directly Impacting Retail Today

The retail industry has faced numerous challenges over the past two years. As the pandemic swept across the world, retailers had to adapt to a new way of shopping and new consumer behaviors. While the healthcare crisis began to ease in 2022, other problems took its place. Surging inflation, one of

5 Useful Strategies to Boost Holiday Sales
Editorial 5 Useful Strategies to Boost Holiday Sales

The COVID-19 pandemic has boosted the shift to online shopping, especially during the lockdown, while numerous social distancing measures had a disruptive impact on traditional shopping. However, the rise of e-commerce occurred long before the onset of the healthcare crisis. According to Statista ,

Retail Sales on the Rise as Consumers Prepare for the Holiday Season
Editorial Retail Sales on the Rise as Consumers Prepare for the Holiday Season

As Americans prepare for the new holiday seasons, US retail sales are on the rise , pointing to resilient consumer demand. However, with important issues still plaguing the world, like the recent spike in the number of new COVID-19 cases in the UK , an ongoing conflict in Ukraine, and surging

Why Online Sales Could Decrease in The Following Months
Editorial Why Online Sales Could Decrease in The Following Months

There is no question about the fact that the COVID-19 pandemic and more recent problems—like inflation and the ongoing conflict in Ukraine—are still taking their toll on various industries around the world, including e-commerce. The global healthcare crisis reshaped shopping patterns in the US and a

Could Annual Retail Sales Grow Despite the Rising Inflation?
Editorial Could Annual Retail Sales Grow Despite the Rising Inflation?

Inflation continues to rise in the US, having already reached a rate of 8.6% in May—the highest level seen in the last forty years according to the Labor Department . The consumer price index (CPI) for the same month shows that the cost of living was also up one basis point from April, as prices f

New Stores Open Throughout the US as Retail Sales Grow
Editorial New Stores Open Throughout the US as Retail Sales Grow

According to the International Monetary Fund (IMF), Russia’s unjust war in Ukraine is having a negative impact on the global economy, contributing to a significant slowdown in global growth in 2022 and beyond. Moreover, problems fueled by the conflict are exacerbating existing issues such as i

5 Ways to Improve E-commerce UX
Editorial 5 Ways to Improve E-commerce UX

Online stores are among the few businesses that have thrived during the COVID-19 pandemic, because people across the globe were forced to live, work and shop remotely. However, life is finally returning to normal—and so are shopping habits. While online stores will undoubtedly continue to grow and e

Retail sales remain strong despite numerous concerns
Editorial Retail sales remain strong despite numerous concerns

It comes as no surprise that there are concerns regarding the global economy after the pandemic, its subsequent continual lockdowns, and Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. Rising inflation and policy uncertainty is also plaguing the market, in addition to pre-existing problems like rising inequality. As

Retail sales decrease as Russia’s offensive in Ukraine continues
Editorial Retail sales decrease as Russia’s offensive in Ukraine continues

The global economy is struggling to adapt to yet another crisis, after Russia decided to invade their neighboring country, Ukraine. According to the United Nations, almost 3.5 million people have already left the country now invaded by Russian forces, and 6.5 million people have been displaced

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