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2018 Retail Trends: How to Stay Ahead of the Competition

Over the past decade, customers have found convenient alternatives to shopping in physical stores. Direct to consumer shipping, in which manufacturers fill internet orders with minimal retailer involvement, has contributed to the rise of ecommerce over stores. Nonetheless, physical stores do maintain an important role in customers’ shopping experiences. Without calculated risks, retailers may fall…

EDI Options Focus Group

EDI Options Focus Group

Recently, we hosted a focus group session in Manhattan. Several retail professionals provided us with valuable feedback in ways to improve our software. At EDI Options, we understand that the retail world is constantly adapting to the ever-increasing importance of ecommerce. We recognize that improving our custom EDI software will enable our clients to better…

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The Rise of Ecommerce Over Stores

Fifteen years ago, the average consumer had completely different habits. We browsed through Sunday brochures to find new deals on products. We may have even visited several stores to investigate merchandise before finally deciding on a product. Now, all of that decision making happens in a digital space. Ecommerce has become increasingly important, to the…

Update 12.1 is Live!

Hello all,   Update 12.1 has been released! This update includes minor bug fixes, infrastructure updates, and performance improvements. Below is a detailed list of the changes made in this update.   Packing List Manager Validated packing lists may now be edited (header elements only) and re-validated by clicking “Turn on Editing” when viewing a…