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From NYC to Your Cart: The DTC Food & Beverage Trends Shaping 2025

From NYC to Your Cart: The DTC Food & Beverage Trends Shaping 2025

Let’s start with a number, because it’s the most important one right now: $195 billion. That’s the projected size of the direct-to-consumer food and beverage market by 2031, growing at a staggering 18.7% CAGR from 2024 to 2031. That isn’t just a forecast. It’s a massive opportunity. We were on the ground at the Summer […]

Ryan Kodzik July 8, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
Best POS System for Small Business: 5 Top Picks

Best POS System for Small Business: 5 Top Picks

Choosing the best POS system for small business is strategic. Your point-of-sale (POS) system is the nerve center of your operations. It does more than handle transactions, it connects your online and offline sales, automates inventory, personalizes customer experiences, and simplifies day-to-day management. For businesses with lean teams and growth ambitions, a strong POS system […]

Ryan Kodzik April 25, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
What Is POS Experience? Improve Online Payments & Conversions

What Is POS Experience? Improve Online Payments & Conversions

If you’re managing multiple Shopify stores, you’re likely juggling everything from customer experience to inventory management. But have you ever stopped to evaluate your POS experience?  A poor point-of-sale (POS) experience can frustrate customers, slow down transactions, and negatively impact your sales. On the other hand, a seamless POS system can streamline checkout processes, increase […]

Ryan Kodzik March 17, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
The Ultimate Shopify POS Guide: Setup, Costs & Features

The Ultimate Shopify POS Guide: Setup, Costs & Features

Running an eCommerce business that also sells in person? You need a seamless way to unify online and offline sales. That’s where Shopify POS comes in. Whether you operate a retail store, pop-up shop, or an omnichannel brand, Shopify’s point-of-sale system helps you sell, track inventory, and manage customers—all from one platform. This guide breaks […]

Ryan Kodzik March 3, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
10 Marketing Automation Examples to Boost E-Commerce Growth

10 Marketing Automation Examples to Boost E-Commerce Growth

Running an online store comes with no shortage of challenges. Customer acquisition costs are rising, competition is fierce, and keeping up with personalized customer experiences can feel overwhelming. The good news? Marketing automation bridges the gap, helping brands scale efficiently while staying connected to their customers in meaningful ways. Below, we break down 10 powerful […]

Ryan Kodzik February 14, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
Upselling vs. Cross-Selling: Which Strategy Boosts Your AOV Faster?

Upselling vs. Cross-Selling: Which Strategy Boosts Your AOV Faster?

A shopper lands on your e-commerce store, selects a product, and heads to checkout. But instead of completing a single purchase, they leave with a more expensive version or complementary add-ons.  What changed? The strategic use of upselling and cross-selling—two techniques that can significantly boost your Average Order Value (AOV). Both methods encourage customers to […]

Ryan Kodzik January 31, 2025 E-commerce Growth Strategy
What Are the eCommerce Trends for 2023? We’re Making Our Predictions Now!

What Are the eCommerce Trends for 2023? We’re Making Our Predictions Now!

Start planning for the future by seeing how these five eCommerce trends for 2023 can fit into your business and marketing plans.

Ryan Kodzik December 1, 2022 E-commerce Growth Strategy