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April 6, 2020
 
 
 
 
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Shipping Inconsistencies Plague Nonessential eCommerce

 

Anyone who has tried to order a nonessential eCommerce item since the COVID-19 crisis set in knows that shipping policies and delivery dates have become inconsistent. Several executives in the fulfillment business tell PYMNTS that distribution centers are at the heart of the issue.

 
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Jury On 5G Introduction Is Still Out

 

It was supposed to be the year of 5G. For retailers, that meant a brave new world of smart mirrors and augmented reality. Now, it seems as though telcos are ready to keep pushing on the technology, but Apple’s not so sure.

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Bankruptcies Sprout On Both Sides Of The Pond

 

The uncertainty regarding the current and post-crisis world is weighing on nonessential retail. U.K. icon Debenhams filed for debt protection over the weekend, and a roster of recognizable names are also in trouble in the U.S.

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The Rising Popularity Of Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL)

 

Buy now, pay later (BNPL) products, which let consumers pay in increments, are among the fastest growing online payment methods in the U.S. as well as other countries. Take a look at how BNPL products are starting to replace traditional credit among younger consumers – and how the offerings also benefit businesses.

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