It’s only a matter of time until Amazon comes for your business. At least that’s the impression the online retail giant is leaving as it announces a series of new ventures that simultaneously stretch the company beyond its original big box origins while also supporting its underlying mission to reach every shopper, everywhere, as quickly […]
This is the second in a three-part exploration of the future of the retail industry, examining how retailers can stay relevant and competitive as consumers increasingly move towards digital solutions for their shopping needs. This week, we look at the growing trend of subscription boxes, which have figured out a sweet spot between efficiency and […]
Ian Grabill is a lead developer at Ticket Evolution, a software company which he describes as “a behind the scenes tool that powers the secondary ticket industry.” Acting as the “pipes connecting ticket brokers to distribution sites,” Ticket Evolution has a strong development focus that supports ticket brokers across the web. Earlier this year, when […]
Each week, we round up articles worth reading for insights into sales, marketing and business. This week, we’ve tracked down four pieces that show us where our economy may be heading, and how consumers are reacting. Computer in your bracelet: With the growth and availability of mini-computers like the Raspberry Pi that help kids learn […]
There’s a new trend in the tech world called the “Full-Stack Startup,” coined by Chris Dixon. Here’s his take: Suppose you develop a new technology that is valuable to some industry. The old approach was to sell or license your technology to the existing companies in that industry. The new approach is to build a complete, […]
