The Coronavirus Survival Guide for Retail [Infographic]

by ContactPigeon | Mar 20, 2020 | Ecommerce & Retail Marketing

With the outbreak of COVID-19, the retail sector has entered uncharted territory with the temporary closure of physical stores and the slowdown of consumer spending on broad scales. Undoubtedly, there will be tough challenges ahead. That’s why we decided that...

Retail Marketing Trends 2020: What 31 Industry Experts Predict

by Joyce Qian | Mar 12, 2020 | Ecommerce & Retail Marketing

2019 was another glorious year for the retail sector, with sales reaching $25 trillion worldwide, according to eMarketer. Unsurprisingly, the key growth driver was eCommerce, which grew over 16% year over year, accounting for $3.46 trillion (~14% of total retail...

Introducing Direct Mail: A Modern Twist to the Age-old Messaging Channel

by George Mirotsos | Mar 6, 2020 | ContactPigeon News

At ContactPigeon, we love the thrill of getting a beautiful message, and in our quest for that feeling, we thought: “what’s more beautiful than an actual paper postcard that you can touch and admire all you want?” It will be a message that truly...

Gartner Trends 2020 Predictions: What They Mean for Retailers

by Joyce Qian | Feb 25, 2020 | Ecommerce & Retail Marketing

Each year, Gartner, the world-leading research and advisory firm, identifies top strategic trends that shape the future of businesses across the globe. Retail business owners, CMOs, and eCommerce professionals have highly anticipated Gartner Trends on Digital Commerce...

25 Lovely Valentine’s Day Promotion Ideas for Retail

by Joyce Qian | Feb 7, 2020 | Ecommerce & Retail Marketing

As red and pink hearts begin to pepper the shop windows, it’s a reminder that Valentine’s Day draws near. Despite the proximity to Black Friday and Christmas, Valentine’s Day remains one of the top holidays for boosting retail sales. According to the...