William Ainslie

William Ainslie

Hospitality Solutions Expert
William Ainslie is an authority on retail strategy and innovation. William’s expansive portfolio explores topics such as merchandising, store layout optimization, and e-commerce trends. He stays ahead of evolving consumer preferences and market changes, helping to drive growth and profitability.
The Impact of Inflation on American Retailers
Editorial The Impact of Inflation on American Retailers

There is no question that surging inflation can be a challenge for most industries around the world, and US retail is no exception. Inflation often leads to higher costs for retailers, forcing them to pay more to restock their inventories and ultimately reducing their profit margins. Furthermore,

Enhancing B2B E-Commerce: Strategies for Building Stronger Online Relationships
Editorial Enhancing B2B E-Commerce: Strategies for Building Stronger Online Relationships

In the dynamic world business-to-business (B2B) e-commerce, forging and nurturing strong online relationships is the key to long-term, lasting success. And as industries increasingly pivot toward digital platforms for procurement, collaboration, and sales, the importance of these connections in the

Innovations and Trends Shaping the Future of E-commerce
Editorial Innovations and Trends Shaping the Future of E-commerce

As technology advances, so does the landscape of e-commerce. It’s only natural for businesses to seek innovative ways to connect with their customers and enhance their offerings. With the promise of growing revenues and expanding market reach, e-commerce enterprises are keen to stay abreast of the

US E-Commerce Sales Are on the Rise. How to Drive Growth Even Further
Editorial US E-Commerce Sales Are on the Rise. How to Drive Growth Even Further

The e-Commerce sector in the United States has experienced remarkable growth, with sales in the first quarter of 2023 reaching $272.6 billion. These figures, adjusted for seasonal variation, but not for price changes, represent a 3.0 percent increase (±0.7%) compared to the fourth quarter of 2022,

5 Important Retail Trends for 2023
Editorial 5 Important Retail Trends for 2023

The retail sector continues to play a vital role in the American economy, driving growth, creating jobs, and supporting consumer spending. This boosts economic development, so it comes as no surprise that analysts and policymakers have started to voice concerns as sales began to drop. According to

Healthy Holiday Sales Point to a Brighter Future for E-Commerce
Editorial Healthy Holiday Sales Point to a Brighter Future for E-Commerce

Attempting to predict the future is never easy, especially when it comes to retail and e-commerce, two industries that are regularly impacted by new trends and disruptions. However, these new trends and changes can also provide online retailers with opportunities to analyze new data, make better

US Consumers Are Looking Forward to Holiday Shopping Despite Inflationary Pressures
Editorial US Consumers Are Looking Forward to Holiday Shopping Despite Inflationary Pressures

Inflation remains one of the most important issues facing the US economy at the moment. According to Statista, US prices rose 8.2 percent in September, compared to the corresponding month in 2021. The monthly inflation rate for American goods and services continues to undergo changes that have both

Reducing Food Waste: What Retailers Can Do
Editorial Reducing Food Waste: What Retailers Can Do

Sustainable change in food value chains has become essential to political, scientific, and economic discourse. In the US alone, about 108 billion pounds of food is wasted each year, according to the non-profit organization Feeding America . That represents approximately 130 billion meals and more

What You Need to Know about Black Friday 2022
Editorial What You Need to Know about Black Friday 2022

People in the US and abroad have faced many problems in recent years, from the COVID-19 pandemic and its lingering effects, to a new war in Europe. But now that the healthcare crisis has ended and people’s lives finally getting back to normal, retailers can focus on developing new advertising

3 E-Commerce Strategies to Grow Your Online Business in 2022
Editorial 3 E-Commerce Strategies to Grow Your Online Business in 2022

In recent years, the role of e-commerce within companies changed dramatically. The COVID-19 pandemic has forever affected the way consumers and businesses interact and trade. Once you factor in the unique circumstances we are still facing, it’s clear why companies across all industries must address

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