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January 10, 2018
Checklist for Your First 30 Days as Head of Ecommerce
Are you new to your role as Head of Ecommerce and want to hit the ground running in 2018? Space 48 has complied an essential checklist for your first 30 Days as Head of Ecommerce. Get our expert recommendations to […]
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December 27, 2017
Guide to Creating a 2018 Ecommerce Roadmap
In ecommerce, as soon as the Christmas campaign planning is over, it’s time to look ahead to your strategy for the year ahead. The Space 48 team has compiled a handy guide for retailers and ecommerce businesses planning a 2018 […]
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December 19, 2017
How and when to delegate to your ecommerce team
In an ever-evolving industry, full of pressures to keep up with the latest tech innovations and digital trends, every Head of Ecommerce needs to know how and when to delegate effectively.
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December 18, 2017
How to be a better ecommerce leader and inspire your team
The phrase, “Pick a boss, not a job,” has become popular in recent years, as company loyalty has been diluted in a digital world that brings constant change. So, strong leadership is important for inspiring staff to develop, thrive and […]
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December 18, 2017
How to successfully pitch an ecommerce project to your CEO
CEOs and business owners are often short on time, and pinning them down to discuss projects and communicate the key benefits of your proposed ecommerce project can be a challenge. For all you Heads of Ecommerce out there, we’ve outlined […]
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December 8, 2017
5 effective goal setting tactics for ecommerce projects
Before embarking on a new ecommerce project or campaign, you need to create strategic goals and realistic targets to set you on the path to success.
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December 4, 2017
6 time-saving tips to boost efficiency over the Xmas period
We’ve worked with numerous global retail brands on gearing up for Christmas. It can be a tough time of year for ecommerce businesses, as brands prepare their Xmas and New Year campaigns. We hope you find this blog to be […]
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November 28, 2017
5 great tactics to drive conversions with ecommerce website pop-ups
When visitors hit your ecommerce website, it goes without saying that it needs to be simple and easy for people to browse and buy. One effective way to help people find what they need and hold their hand through the […]
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November 28, 2017
How to Create Killer Cart Abandonment Campaigns
Most retailers have some form of cart abandonment campaigns in place nowadays, but so many brands are missing out on the true potential that basket abandonment recovery offers. Get our expert guide, How to Create Killer Cart Abandonment Campaigns, and […]
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November 28, 2017
Ultimate Guide to Using Chatbots in Ecommerce
Modern consumers seek a smoother browsing experience and want quicker routes to purchase, across all channels and devices. Chatbots can help.
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November 22, 2017
Stronger together: Space 48 acquires leading ecommerce agency Meanbee
A note from our MD, Jon Woodall:
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November 22, 2017
Mage Titans Manchester 2017
It started out as a pipe dream… a not-for-profit Magento conference that appealed to Magento developers, and not just the sales and marketing people. An opportunity to connect, contribute, and collaborate with our community. A chance for Magento agencies to […]
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November 16, 2017
Referral marketing: 7 tactics for success
Referral marketing is an incredibly effective form of marketing for increasing sales and conversions. Referral marketing is about purchasing products based on someone else’s opinion or influence. It’s a powerful marketing channel because people trust the opinions of other people […]
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November 15, 2017
7 tips to grow your email list organically
Are you looking for some quick-win tactics for building your email database and acquiring subscribers, to send regular marketing content, news and product offers to? We’ve outlined 7 great tips to grow your email list organically, including examples from top […]
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November 15, 2017
Free shipping for Xmas ecommerce campaigns: yes or no?
As we head towards the end of the year, Xmas and New Year campaigns are high on the agenda for retailers. The temptation for brands during the Christmas period is to offer customers the world, including free shipping, to ramp […]
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November 15, 2017
The very best ecommerce tools for automating processes
As the ecommerce world becomes increasingly data-driven, retailers must utilise the technology and tools at their disposal to be more analytical, deliver better a customer experience and improve performance.
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November 15, 2017
Jon Woodall on moving Space 48 to Manchester
There’s something special about commuting, working and socialising in the Big Smoke; the North West city we fondly call Manchester. Having been in our new office just over a month, we’re settling in well and enjoying the perks of city […]
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November 9, 2017
Ecommerce Guide to AdWords Success
As browsing behaviours and consumer buying trends have changed in recent years, the AdWords channel has evolved. Read our Ecommerce Guide to AdWords Success to become more efficient and strategic with your AdWords campaigns and retargeting strategies.
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October 24, 2017
Guide to Choosing the Right Paid Channels
Read our Guide to Choosing the Optimum Paid Channels for Your Ecommerce Strategy and learn where to focus your efforts for the highest return in revenue and ROI.
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October 23, 2017
5 top remarketing tips to attract repeat purchases
The digital landscape has changed a lot in recent years, reshaping the way ecommerce businesses interact with customers. Changing browsing behaviours and rising consumer expectations have diluted brand loyalty, in line with a huge increase in competition. As a result, […]
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October 17, 2017
Top 5 ecommerce metrics to benchmark against competitors
In ecommerce, benchmarking your most important metrics helps you set realistic goals and targets, pinpoint your brand’s strengths and weaknesses, and plan where and how you’re going to improve performance.
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October 13, 2017
5 examples of effective ecommerce checkout processes
Nowadays in ecommerce, consumer expectations require brands to give customers a smooth route to purchase and good user experience on their websites. Streamlining the checkout process is key for achieving more conversions – reducing the friction and number of clicks […]
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October 11, 2017
How to install and use the Facebook Pixel: a guide for ecommerce marketers
As an experienced ecommerce consultancy, we know the importance of using social media channels to enhance your ecommerce strategy. Understanding and engaging with your customers is crucial, and the Facebook Pixel is a great feature for tracking user activity and […]
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October 2, 2017
Don’t fear attribution: why awareness channels are still crucial in ecommerce
Despite the emergence of new digital channels in ecommerce, it’s important to understand the impact of more traditional, awareness-based channels.
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September 28, 2017
10 quick-win tactics to revamp your ecommerce strategy
Whether your sales revenue is dipping, your conversion rate falling or bounce rate climbing, there will be moments in ecommerce when you’re under pressure to turn things around. As a leading ecommerce consultancy, we’ve seen this predicament countless times and […]
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September 27, 2017
Space 48 announced as event partners of eCommerce Show North
#eCSN17 eCommerce Show North is the biggest ever gathering of ecommerce companies, vendors and suppliers outside of London, and it’s happening in Manchester 11th-12th October! Spanning over 2 days, the event offers retailers a chance to explore the services and […]
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September 26, 2017
Key highlights from eCommerce Live UK 2017
#eCommerceLiveUK eCommerce Live UK offers a day of talks and panel discussion sessions exploring the secrets to ecommerce success. Organised by cloud hosting provider UKFast, the event brought together a host of industry leading experts last week in Manchester and […]
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September 21, 2017
10 awesome tips for creating effective ecommerce product pages
When looking to increase the performance of your ecommerce website and achieve more conversions, there are many factors to consider. Your product pages are key pages to get right, but there are lots of different elements to optimise.
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September 20, 2017
How to hire the right people for your ecommerce business
Space 48 Founder, Jon Woodall, knows a thing or two about hiring the right people. Having started up his own ecommerce website development company with his friend, Tony Brown, (now a Magento Master) in 2008, he’s grown the business into […]
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September 15, 2017
Ask the expert: the importance of mobile optimisation in ecommerce
As consumers become increasingly more comfortable with making purchases via mobile devices, ecommerce businesses must respond by improving their mobile experience. Business insider forecasts that by 2020, mobile will account for 45% of all total ecommerce sales. [Source: BI (http://uk.businessinsider.com/mobile-sales-drive-unexpected-uk-e-commerce-growth-2017-1)]
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September 14, 2017
Ultimate Ecommerce Guide to Black Friday Success
Read the Ultimate Ecommerce Guide to Black Friday Success and learn top ecommerce tactics to crush it during the Black Friday weekend.
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September 11, 2017
Key takeaways from our personalisation webinar with Nosto
As an ecommerce consultancy, at Space 48, we’re always looking to improve our customers’ ecommerce offering and performance. Part of this is helping them to deliver successful personalised experiences. From offering guidance around personalisation and working with one of our […]
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September 7, 2017
Guide to Effective Ecommerce Split Testing
In the world of ecommerce, split testing is more crucial and relevant now than ever before. Allowing retailers to understand customer data and consumer behaviours and make quantifiable improvements necessary for retail success.
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August 29, 2017
Omnichannel Retail Report of Top Fashion Brands
Presenting the very best in omnichannel retail; we’ve chosen 5 top fashion brands to feature in our ‘How to win at omnichannel retail’ report, including 3 reasons why we love them and how you could learn from them.
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August 25, 2017
5 key takeaways from UKFast’s webinar on Black Friday trends
November 24th might sound a long way off, but ecommerce businesses will already be working on their Black Friday strategies. The Black Friday weekend is a snowballing seasonal engagement opportunity for retailers.
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August 22, 2017
Split testing best practices for ecommerce businesses
Split testing in ecommerce is more important now than ever. It’s not enough to simply limit your testing to basic A/B tests on call to action (CTA) button colour, size and positioning. You need to test a whole host of […]
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August 18, 2017
GDPR in ecommerce: opportunity or pain in the £$$?
Conversion rates, UX and revenue are all metrics that savvy ecommerce retailers hold dear. They’re also elements many ecommerce businesses are worried about being significantly impacted by the roll out of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR).
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August 16, 2017
Don’t miss the #EcommerceClinic on personalisation with special guest, Nosto!
Just two weeks left to go until our free 30-minute webinar and live Q&A on ‘Nurturing Customers with Personalisation’ – 12pm BST, Thursday 31st August. The webinar will offer advice on how to effectively execute your personalisation strategy for ecommerce […]
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August 15, 2017
Troubleshooting your Magento 2 website
Having some teething problems with your Magento 2 website? Maybe you’ve stumbled across some issues and haven’t got adequate experience or support to get your ecommerce website back on track. Never fear, Space 48 is here!
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August 5, 2017
Boost your ecommerce website performance with customer reviews and UGC
User-generated content (UGC) is becoming increasingly crucial for retailers and adding customer reviews to your ecommerce website is all part of delivering good customer experience.
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