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Ready-to-Use Slides: 2026 B2B eCommerce Trends
Expert-sourced insights from distributors and manufacturers, formatted for immediate presentation. 42 premium slides, ready to use.
Career Acceleration Kit
Six free, white-label assets for B2B eCommerce directors and VPs ready to move from execution to strategy.
Re-Defining B2B Digital Transformation: A Practical Guide for CIOs and Digital Leaders
Digital transformation in manufacturing and distribution has become a strategic imperative, yet too often it is misunderstood as a technology upgrade rather than an operational evolution. In this white paper, Digital Transformation for Manufacturers and Distributors: A Practical Guide for CIOs, we redefine what transformation truly means in a B2B context.
HawkSearch and Znode Partner to Advance AI-Powered Product Discovery in B2B eCommerce
The continued evolution of B2B eCommerce is placing increasing pressure on manufacturers and distributors to deliver faster, more intuitive buying
How 3M Is Bringing AI and Digital Strategy to Industrial B2B eCommerce
For most of B2B, eCommerce adoption has followed a predictable arc: early skepticism, gradual experimentation, and then an accelerating push as digital-first
What’s your next move? A practical B2B commerce handbook
In B2B, the pressure to ‘go digital’ and to ‘get e-commerce right’ is intense. But there’s no single roadmap to success. The right next step depends on your
GTSE Joins the B2B eCommerce Association
The B2B eCommerce Association is pleased to welcome GTSE and Tom Armenante, eCommerce Director and Co-Founder, to the community.
Industrial B2B eCommerce Is Not Catching Up. It Is Moving Forward.
I have been in eCommerce for most of my career at 3M. I started in customer service, moved onto the Amazon account working with consumer brands, and
Moving Commerce Forward: Domaine Launches An Accelerator For B2B Brands On Shopify
Digital transformation for B2B has historically been about adapting to a changing landscape, launching an ecommerce channel, modernizing a storefront, or
Digital Transformation Is a Progression, Not a Destination
If there is one thing I have learned after decades in this ecosystem, it’s this: Digital transformation is not a finish line. It is a progression.
Your Digital Maturity Score Isn't a Number. It's a Direction.
"Maturity" is a loaded word.
Commerce Is Bigger Than Checkout with David Blue
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with David Blue, Founder and CEO of Saltbox Management, to explore what he calls “Big C Commerce”, the omnichannel reality of how B2B companies actually make money.
Saltbox Mgmt: End-to-End Salesforce B2B eCommerce Expertise for Manufacturers and Distributors
B2B eCommerce has shifted from an optional channel to a core business capability. For manufacturers and distributors navigating digital transformation, the
Re-Defining B2B Digital Transformation: A Practical Guide for CIOs and Digital Leaders
Digital transformation in manufacturing and distribution has become a strategic imperative, yet too often it is misunderstood as a technology upgrade rather
Digital Marketing Transformation in Manufacturing Industries
As buyer behavior evolves and innovation accelerates, traditional marketing models built around trade shows, printed catalogs, and direct sales are no longer
Building a modern B2B commerce business - an independent approach to platform selection
Align the right commerce solution with what customers expect.
How to Break Down B2B eCommerce Barriers and Find New Ways to Grow Revenue
B2B eCommerce should be a growth engine, but for many suppliers, its become a source of friction. Disconnected systems, manual transactions, and lack of
Is Your B2B Tech Stack Creating Burnout? How Digital Maturity Creates the Relief Your Business Needs
Take the BigCommerce B2B Digital Maturity Assessment to uncover where your ecommerce tech stack is holding you back and how to fix it.
Behind the Order Chaos with Ty Sweet
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Ty Sweet, Senior Technical Marketing Engineer at KIBO, to break down a hard truth in B2B commerce: orders are messy, and most systems weren’t built to handle that complexity in real time.
The Systems That Power B2B Commerce
One of the biggest challenges when you’re building your foundational knowledge of B2B digital commerce is understanding how all of the systems actually come
The Infinite B2B Buying Journey
Mastering the B2B buying journey is essential for B2B companies seeking to maximize revenue and enhance customer satisfaction. This whitepaper reveals the
Your Next Customer Is an Algorithm: Redefining Digital Transformation for the B2A Economy
You spent a decade transforming your business for digital buyers. You built the portal. You enabled self-service. You optimized the checkout experience. You
The Truth About B2B Data with Matthew Dares
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Matthew Dares, Partner and Head of Customer Success at TORQ, to explore how operational discipline, product data strategy, and AI intersect to drive real, scalable outcomes in B2B commerce.
How AI-Powered Search is Transforming eCommerce for Manufacturers and Distributors
B2B buyers don’t browse, they search with purpose. They arrive with specifications, part numbers, technical constraints, and tight timelines. When search
WizCommerce New Product launch: Ella – AI order & quote automation employee
Ella is an AI order and quote automation assistant built for wholesalers and distributors, created by Wizcommerce.
Building Resilience Against Business Identity Theft
The acceleration of digital commerce has unlocked new opportunities for retailers and B2B merchants, including manufacturers and distributors, navigating
B2B Integration Is Broken with Tom Flierl and Ethan Koehler
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Tom Flierl, Chief Commercial Officer at Amla Commerce, and Ethan Koehler, Senior Product Manager, to unpack one of the most persistent challenges in B2B eCommerce: integrations.
Report: Why B2B needs a digital upgrade
B2B commerce has moved online, but trade credit has not kept pace. As more suppliers shift sales to digital channels and customers demand longer, more
Beyond The ERP: Rethinking B2B Order Management
B2B buyers expect more than your ERP can deliver
In B2B, Your Buyers Need More Than a Portal Stuck in the 90s
Legacy B2B buyer portals, built around ERP limitations, prioritize internal convenience over customer experience. They hide products, fragment data, and fail
B2B Ecommerce Compass 2026
B2B commerce in 2026: There’s no growth without a strong foundation.A new guide from Shopware helps companies plan for the best outcomes this year: B2B
B2BEA + Scottish Enterprise: Accelerating Digital Transformation
Through this exclusive programme, all eligible UK manufacturers and distributors receive complimentary access to the B2B eCommerce Association Professional
Salsify’s Product Experience Management Expertise for B2B Manufacturers and Distributors
As B2B eCommerce continues to evolve, manufacturers and distributors face increasing pressure to deliver consistent, accurate, and engaging product
The Digital Mistake Killing B2B Distributors with Bob Lewis
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Bob Lewis, a longtime leader in B2B eCommerce and product information strategy with over 20 years of experience helping distributors succeed online.
Is Composable Commerce Swinging Back?
An editorial conversation with Bryan House, Chief Executive Officer at Elastic Path
What Manufacturing Digital Leaders Are Carrying Into 2026
By now, most manufacturers are past the stage of debating whether digital matters.
The Complete Guide to B2B Digital Maturity
Discover how your business can leverage new technology to improve customer experience, streamline operations, and become a visionary in your field.
The Real Power of Product Data with Kerry Young
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Kerry Young, President and Chief Operating Officer of Bluemeteor, to unpack how AI, automation, and product information strategy are redefining scale in B2B commerce.
Why B2B eCommerce Has Failed the Mid-Market — And What You Can Do About It
This eBook is written for mid-market manufacturers and distributors who know they need an eCommerce solution but are frustrated by site implementations that
Inside B2B’s AI Shift with Marc Vasquez
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Marc Vasquez, Global Technical Director of eCommerce at Ideal Tridon, to explore how AI, digital tools, and community-driven leadership are reshaping B2B manufacturing and distribution.
From Evangelizing to Executing with Jason Greenwood
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King sits down with Jason Greenwood, Founder of Greenwood Consulting, to discuss how B2B companies can drive real digital ROI without forcing customers to change how they buy.
How to Select a B2B eCommerce Platform in 2026
Selecting a B2B eCommerce platform isn’t just an IT project, it’s a decision that touches revenue, operations, customer experience, and internal adoption. For
Americaneagle.com: Deep B2B eCommerce Expertise for Manufacturers and Distributors
B2B digital transformation often looks straightforward on the surface. Launch a new platform, modernize the website, connect systems, and growth should
5874 Commerce: Strategic B2B eCommerce Expertise for Manufacturers and Distributors
As B2B eCommerce continues to evolve, manufacturers and distributors face increasing pressure to modernize legacy systems, manage complex product data, and
B2B eCommerce Platform Deep Dive: How Nomad eCommerce Supports Real-World Complexity
Mid-market manufacturers, distributors, and wholesalers are in very different places when it comes to eCommerce. Some tried launching storefronts during the
Radwell International: Scaling Complexity, Building for Global Relevance
It’s one thing to scale eCommerce. It’s another to do it while navigating 40 million products, 400 million SKUs, multiple currencies, and one of the most
How Absolute Web Helps Manufacturers and Distributors Advance Modern B2B eCommerce
Digital transformation in manufacturing and distribution rarely hinges on a single platform choice. It takes people who understand the realities of complex
Unleashing the Power of On-Site Search in B2B eCommerce
Industrial distribution is undergoing massive digital acceleration. B2B buyers are shifting online faster than ever, driven by mobile usage, self-service
HawkSearch: Advancing B2B Search, Personalization, and Product Discovery for Manufacturers and Distributors
B2B digital transformation keeps surfacing the same pattern. Teams invest heavily in platforms, design, and data, yet buyers still struggle to find the right
The B2B eCommerce Customer Adoption Framework
Driving customer adoption is one of the most critical (and overlooked) challenges in B2B eCommerce. Many organizations invest heavily in digital platforms
What We Learned at B2B eCommerce World Americas 2025
The Novatize team attended B2B eCommerce World Americas 2025 in Scottsdale and met with experts from operations, sales, marketing, IT and finance. If you
How Sitecore Helps Manufacturers and Distributors Modernize Digital Commerce
When teams inside manufacturing or distribution talk about digital transformation, the conversation often circles around the same questions:
KIBO Commerce and the Future of B2B eCommerce for Manufacturers and Distributors
Manufacturers and distributors continue navigating a complicated shift toward digital-first customer relationships. The work rarely starts with technology. It
Championing B2B digital growth across Latin America: Ljubitza Frkovich Mallqui
B2B eCommerce is global but its momentum is driven by local leaders who know their markets, their customers, and what transformation really takes.
Boston Scientific Named Enterprise B2B eCommerce Manufacturer of the Year
What happens when digital transformation stops being a project and becomes a growth lever embedded in the business?
How VTEX Helps Manufacturers and Distributors Advance Their B2B eCommerce Capabilities
Digital transformation in manufacturing and distribution rarely follows a straight line. Teams are balancing ERP complexity, customer expectations that shift
When Black Friday Creates B2B Buyers
What I learned when gift season collided with industrial eCommerce…
How Virto Commerce Strengthens Digital Commerce for Manufacturers and Distributors
B2B manufacturers and distributors continue to navigate a market where customers want digital tools that make their work easier. They want accurate data,
Look What Happened When the Industry Showed Up
I’ve intentionally waited a week to write this.
How Process Mining is Revolutionizing B2B eCommerce
Guest post by Carlos Camacho: A revenue-driven executive creating best-in-class B2B eCommerce solutions, expert in strategy, team leadership, and global
TORQ Drives Digital Innovation for Manufacturers & Distributors
The B2B eCommerce Association is pleased to announce that TORQ has joined as a Premium Partner. TORQ specializes in delivering tailored B2B eCommerce and
2025 Americas B2B eCommerce Award Winners: Celebrating Leadership in Digital Commerce
On November 4, 2025, the B2B eCommerce World Americas conference came to a close with an evening to celebrate the B2B community.
The Digital Wake-Up Call
Let’s start with a simple truth:
Bluemeteor: Empowering B2B Businesses to Optimize their Product Content Lifecycles
In today’s B2B market, success depends on delivering accurate, consistent, and enriched product data across every digital channel. Bluemeteor is redefining
Domaine: Scaling Global B2B eCommerce with Shopify
Domaine is redefining what’s possible in enterprise B2B eCommerce. As the leading Shopify agency helping global brands scale digital commerce, Domaine
Novatize: Solving Modern B2B Commerce Challenges
Novatize has joined the B2B eCommerce Association (B2BEA) as a Premium Partner, marking a shared commitment to advancing the digital transformation of
Impaqx: Redefining Digital Transformation and Product Experience
Visit Impaqx in the B2BEA Directory
From Slipway to Self-Service: How One Marine Distributor Rebuilt B2B for the Next Generation
In a sector known for faxes, phone calls, and legacy systems, All Marine Spares decided to chart a very different course.
Merchkit: Powering B2B eCommerce Growth Through AI-Ready Product Data
Merchkit is helping B2B manufacturers, distributors, and brands take the next step in digital transformation — turning complex product catalogs into AI-ready
When and How to Audit Your eCommerce Tech Stack
A practical guide for eCommerce Directors at distribution companies — to find redundancy, fix integration gaps, and prove ROI before 2026 planning.
How ICL Scaled Digital Sales Across 20 Countries Without Losing Local Touch
What does it take to launch 20 regional eCommerce portals, integrate them with four ERPs, and drive real adoption from dealers, distributors, and enterprise
Zoey: Driving B2B Digital Transformation with a Complete eCommerce Platform
Zoey is at the forefront of B2B digital transformation, helping manufacturers, distributors, and enterprise clients modernize their online commerce
How One Distributor Used Search, ERP, and Self-Service to Win in a Conservative Market
What happens when a small team in a traditional industry decides to act like a digital-first leader?
Candyspace: Accelerating B2B Digital Growth Through Experience, Strategy, and Technology
Visit Candyspace in the B2BEA Directory
AAXIS: Transforming Enterprise Commerce with AI, Data, and Strategy
Visit AAXIS in the B2BEA Directory
Beyond ERP: Why Modern B2B Fulfillment Demands a New Level of Agility
For decades, the ERP has anchored manufacturing and distribution operations. It kept orders flowing, inventory accurate, and financials in check.
Selecting a B2B eCommerce Platform Isn’t Easy. Here’s How We’re Helping.
If you’ve ever been responsible for selecting a B2B eCommerce platform, you already know the truth:
Ashley Hudson Joins B2BEA to Lead Global Events
The B2B eCommerce Association is excited to welcome Ashley Hudson as its new Managing Director, for Global Events, a key leadership appointment that will
Maximizing Your Experience at B2B eCommerce World Americas
Practical strategies to maximize learning, networking, and opportunities at the premier B2B eCommerce conference.
Executive Playbook – How to Lead the Transformation
Digital Transformation Starts at the Top. Here’s How to Lead It.
Dan Gray Named B2B eCommerce Leader of the Year at 2025 APAC Industry Awards
The B2B eCommerce Association is proud to recognize Dan Gray, Head of Product & Technology at SafetyCulture Marketplace, as the 2025 B2B eCommerce Leader
The Agents Are Coming: What OpenAI and Stripe Just Told Us About the Future of B2B Commerce
This week, OpenAI and Stripe announced a series of releases that will reshape how purchasing happens online.
Bowens Wins Best B2B UX Design at 2025 APAC Industry Awards
Bowens, one of Australia’s most respected suppliers of timber and building materials, has taken home the Best B2B User Experience Design award at the 2025
Walmart Business Adds TreviPay Invoice Offering: A Strategic Signal for B2B Credit Expectations
This week, Walmart Business announced an expanded Pay by Invoice offering, powered by B2B payments platform TreviPay, that allows qualified business customers
How to Get Conference Approval in B2B (and Actually Go)
Let’s be honest, getting approval to attend a conference in manufacturing or distribution isn’t always a slam dunk.
The Digital Front Door: Why Great B2B Customer Relationships Start Online
B2B eCommerce is now the first handshake.
The Financial and Operational Impact
Digital Is Not Just About Experience. It’s About Profit.
Phane Mane Appointed Global Chairman of the B2B AI Council
The B2B eCommerce Association is proud to announce the appointment of Phane Mane as Global Chairman of the newly established AI Council. This initiative is
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Organizational Readiness and Roadblocks
Digital Doesn’t Fail Because of Tech. It Fails Because You Weren’t Ready.
Motion Wins for Customer Adoption at APAC Industry Awards 2025
Motion Asia Pacific has been awarded Best Customer Adoption Strategy at the 2025 B2B eCommerce Industry Awards Asia Pacific, held as part of B2B eCommerce
WizCommerce gets Series A investment with Divyaanshu Makkar
In this episode of the B2BEA Insider, Justin King talks with Divyaanshu “Dev” Makkar, Co-Founder and CEO of WizCommerce, about the company’s recent Series A investment and its mission to modernize wholesale distribution with an AI-native operating system.
Rethinking the Sales and Customer Model
Digital Isn’t Replacing Sales Reps—It’s Freeing Them to Be Great
The Future of B2B Is Here: Inside the Agentic Commerce Alliance with Jason Nyhus
In this episode of the B2BEA Insider, Justin King welcomes Jason Nyhus, President and General Manager of Shopware US, to unpack the launch of the Agentic Commerce Alliance and what it means for the future of B2B.
Why Product Content Optimization Is the Linchpin in B2B Manufacturer–Distributor Relationships
If you’ve spent any time in B2B eCommerce, whether you're on the manufacturer or distributor side, you know that product content often gets treated like an
MightyRep Joins B2BEA as a Vendor Partner, Advancing AI-Powered Lead Intelligence for B2B
The B2B eCommerce Association (B2BEA) is proud to welcome MightyRep as our newest official vendor partner.
230% Growth. 44% Less Manual Work. Global Expansion in Months
When you operate in over 50 countries with €30 billion in revenue, digital complexity is a given. But for Lactalis, the challenge wasn’t scale, it was
You Can’t Outsource Digital Transformation
You Can’t Outsource Transformation—Here’s Why That Matters
+44% Orders. +62% Conversions. NPS 68.
KCS Education, a trusted supplier of educational and business supplies since 1930, has delivered a digital transformation that blends scale, innovation, and
From 80% Manual Orders to 85% Online in Just One Year
Digital transformation isn’t just for enterprises. For Birlea Furniture, a family-run furniture wholesaler in the UK, going digital wasn’t about following
A Unified B2B Platform That Drives 60% of Revenue, 80% Automation
In the high-precision world of industrial manufacturing, complexity is a given. But for Austria-based Meusburger Georg GmbH & Co KG, complexity wasn’t a
Turning B2B Complexity into a Competitive Advantage: TOWA Digital Wins System Integrator of the Year at the 2025 B2B eCommerce Awards
In the world of B2B, where long sales cycles, custom configurations, and intricate pricing models are the norm (not the exception) system integration isn’t
Have You Maximized Your Existing B2B Tech Stack?
If you're a distributor struggling to get traction with your eCommerce platform, the first instinct is often to blame the technology.
750% Digital Growth. A Team Effort Led with Vision
Digital transformation in B2B is never just about technology. It takes leadership. Vision. And the ability to drive measurable change across people,
Musgrave MarketPlace Named Enterprise B2B eCommerce Distributor of the Year at the 2025 B2B eCommerce Awards
Musgrave MarketPlace isn’t just another grocery wholesaler. It has become home to one of Ireland’s most advanced and impactful B2B digital commerce platforms.
Agentic AI: Your Next Employee Isn’t Human with Jason Hein & Chris Gee
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King dives deep into the world of agentic AI with Jason Hein and Chris Gee, two thought leaders shaping how AI will fundamentally alter B2B digital commerce.
What Is Customer Journey Mapping in B2B e Commerce and Why It Matters More Than Ever
In complex B2B sales environments, mapping the customer journey is not just a good practice, it’s a strategic necessity.
Why B2B eCommerce Is a Strategic Imperative
B2B eCommerce Isn’t a Project. It’s a Capability.
Why B2B eCommerce Fails: 5 Real-World Mistakes You Can’t Afford to Make
You launched your B2B eCommerce Portal. You emailed the announcement to your customers. You even had cupcakes in the breakroom.
Credit in Seconds, Not Weeks: How Allianz Is Changing B2B with Özlem Özüner & Francois Burtin
In this episode of the B2BEA Insider, Justin King sits down with Özlem Özüner and Francois Burtin from Allianz Trade to explore how the future of B2B payments is being shaped by automation, embedded finance, and the shift toward digital-first buying experiences.
Finding Digital’s True Home: Where Should the Digital Team Report?
Excerpt from the book B2B Digital for Executives.
What We Don’t Say Out Loud About Change Management in Digital Transformation
Excerpt from the book B2B Digital for Executives.
AI for B2B: What We Learned at AppliedAI 2025 with The Crew
In this episode of the B2B eCommerce Show, Justin King brings together Jason Hein, Jay Schneider, and Sam Aldinger to reflect on key insights from the AppliedAI Conference 2025—one of the industry’s most talked-about events shaping the future of B2B.
Suppliers Using Trade Credit Are Winning—Here’s Why with Lara Gilman
Why Trade Credit Is the Untapped Growth Lever in B2B eCommerce
How Sonepar’s Spark Platform Powered Their Win as 2024 Enterprise B2B eCommerce Distributor of the Year
In an increasingly digital world, leading distributors are redefining what it means to deliver value through technology. In 2024, Sonepar stood out from the
Workwear Group and Royal Cyber Win Mid-Market B2B eCommerce Manufacturer of the Year at the 2024
In the rapidly evolving world of B2B eCommerce, few manufacturers have reimagined the customer experience, technology stack, and operational execution as
The SMB Secret to Winning B2B Online with Christiane Soto
According to Christiane, many manufacturers and distributors did dip their toes into eCommerce over the past decade. But the results were mixed. Why?
Sonepar Wins 2024 Enterprise B2B eCommerce Distributor of the Year
In the fast-evolving world of digital commerce, few enterprise distributors are transforming at scale like Sonepar. Their global omnichannel platform, Spark,
What Every CEO Needs to Know About B2B eCommerce / Digital (But Was Afraid to Ask)
In boardrooms across the country, manufacturers and distributors are asking big questions:
BigCommerce Wins B2B Retailer of the Year at the 2024 B2B eCommerce Industry Awards
In today’s rapidly evolving digital commerce landscape, winning in B2B requires more than just a sleek storefront. It takes a platform built for complexity,
Community Coffee Wins 2024 Best Newcomer Award in B2B eCommerce
For more than a century, Community Coffee has built its business through personal, face to face relationships. But in 2024, the iconic brand proved it could
Larry Wu Named 2024 B2B eCommerce Leader of the Year
In the fast moving world of digital commerce, it takes more than strong results to stand out. It takes vision, consistency and the ability to drive change at
eBook: Build for Business: Executive Guide for B2B eCommerce Transformation
The most common thing I hear from CEOs and senior business leaders is this: "Just show me how digital can grow the business. Explain it without the tech
Joval Wine Group: Raising the Bar for Customer Experience
The B2B eCommerce space is full of change but few mid-market distributors have embraced digital transformation with the precision and ambition of Joval Wine
B2BEA and 3M Launch Exclusive Program to Accelerate Digital Maturity for 3M Authorized Distributors
July 2025 - The B2B eCommerce Association (B2BEA) and 3M have announced a strategic initiative to empower 3M’s distribution partners with the tools, training,
How GigaCloud Marketplace Became the 2024 B2B Marketplace of the Year
The B2B eCommerce space is rapidly evolving, but few platforms have disrupted the traditional supply chain model quite like GigaCloud Technology Inc. In 2024,
How Simpson Strong-Tie Became the 2024 Enterprise B2B eCommerce Manufacturer of the Year
Simpson Strong Tie isn’t just a leader in construction products it’s now recognized as a leader in B2B digital transformation. In 2024, the company was named
Webinar Recap: Is Shopify Ready for Complex B2B Commerce?
In the fast-evolving world of B2B eCommerce, the conversation is shifting from “what platform should we use?” to “how do we make buying easier for our
B2BEA + UK Department for Business & Trade: Accelerating Digital Transformation
Through this exclusive programme, all eligible UK manufacturers and distributors receive complimentary access to the B2B eCommerce Association Professional
B2BEA + 3M: Accelerating Digital Growth for 3M Distribution Partners
Through this exclusive program, all authorized 3M distributors receive complimentary access to the B2B eCommerce Association Professional Membership.
CrediLinq Joins B2BEA as Official Member, Fueling Growth in B2B Embedded Finance
The B2B eCommerce Association (B2BEA) is proud to welcome CrediLinq as our newest official vendor member. As a fast-scaling fintech innovator specializing in
Why Mid-Market Owners Should Digitise Before They Exit
In today’s mergers and acquisitions (M&A) landscape, buyers are looking for more than just revenue, they’re looking for digital resilience. For mid-market
Change Management & Customer Adoption: The Real B2B Game Changers with The Crew
In the fast-evolving world of B2B commerce, it’s tempting to believe that digital transformation starts and ends with a sleek eCommerce platform. But as
Beyond the Webstore: Driving Real Digital Transformation in B2B with Graham Lubie
In B2B commerce, digital transformation isn’t a one-off initiative, it’s an evolving program. That’s the central message from Graham Luby, Executive at
Webinar Recap: From MVP to Maturity: Simpson Strong Tie
Our latest webinar with Jared Abelson, Evan Klein and tackled the biggest challenges B2B companies face in digital transformation especially in building a
The Middle School Dance of B2B eCommerce Conferences: Why Connection Still Feels So Hard
I just got back from the 2025 B2B Online event and even after more than a decade of attending, one thing hasn’t changed.
Allianz Trade Joins B2B eCommerce Association to Help Power Global Confidence in Digital Trade
In the B2B world, trust is currency, and confidence is what turns strategy into scale.
The Hidden Cost of Returns in B2B Distribution, and Why It’s Time to Fix It
In B2B distribution, most digital strategies focus on front-end experiences, building out eCommerce sites, modernizing product data, streamlining online
The Hidden Levers of Customer Adoption in B2B eCommerce with Carlos Camacho
In the ever-evolving world of B2B eCommerce, one truth is becoming clear: Customer adoption isn’t a feature of your digital strategy, it is your strategy.
The Executive Playbook for Leading B2B eCommerce Transformation
Part 5 of the Executive Briefing Series for Manufacturing & Distribution Leaders
What Does Your Faceted Search Say About You?
If a customer landed on your site today, what would your search experience tell them?
What’s Really Holding Back Your B2B eCommerce Success
Part 4 of the Executive Briefing Series for Manufacturing & Distribution Leaders
Webinar Recap: Unlock Your B2B eCommerce Career: The Path to Success Starts Here
Missed it live? No worries—catch the replay and start building the future you want, today.
INSIDERS: Digital Sales Rooms Are Changing The Game With Jason Nyhus
After more than two decades in the eCommerce industry, Jason Nyhus thought he had seen it all. From leading roles at Digital River during the dot-com boom to
Webinar Recap: 3 (Persistent) Myths of B2B eCommerce- Debunked!
Missed the live session? The replay is now available.
5 Takeaways from the “3 Myths of B2B eCommerce” Webinar
In our recent session with Matt Boland (Infios) and Aaron Sheehan (OroCommerce), we unpacked the persistent myths that hold B2B eCommerce efforts back. If you
Reimagining Sales in a Digital-First B2B World
If you’ve been around long enough in manufacturing or distribution, you know one thing for sure:
The Financial and Operational Upside of B2B eCommerce
Most B2B leaders now understand that eCommerce is here to stay.
VTEX Leaving MACH Alliance / Religion? B2B at ShopTalk, the B2B Bubble, with The Crew
In the debut episode of The B2B eCommerce Show, a powerhouse panel of experts dives into the evolving landscape of digital commerce for manufacturers and
Beyond Best Practices: The New Playbook for B2B Product Detail Page Optimization
For the last decade, “best practices” have ruled the B2B product content world like gospel. But if you've been operating under the assumption that mimicking
Why B2B eCommerce Is a Strategic Imperative, Not Just a Sales Tool
If you’re a CEO, CFO, or business leader in the industrial sector, you’ve likely heard this before:
Platform Selection in B2B eCommerce: What 65% of Companies Get Wrong
Two-thirds of B2B companies are planning to replatform their B2B eCommerce software solution. That stat alone should make anyone in the space pause. But
Spryker is ranked #1 for B2B Digital Commerce, Complex Business Models, and B2C and B2B Digital Commerce on the Same Platform
Spryker’s recognition in the Critical Capabilities report follows our position as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Digital Commerce. Spryker
Spryker is ranked #1 for B2B Digital Commerce, Complex Business Models, and B2C and B2B Digital Commerce on the Same Platform
Spryker's recognition in the Critical Capabilities report follows our position as a Leader in the 2024 Gartner Magic Quadrant™ for Digital Commerce. Spryker
Solving the Silent Struggle in B2B: Why Returns, Warranties, and Repairs Deserve a Seat at the Strategy Table
Ask any distributor what keeps them up at night, and reverse logistics returns, warranties, and repairs rarely tops the list. Yet nearly every executive will
The AI Advantage: Elevating B2B Operations for Distributors and Manufacturers
If you are interested in the deck - here you go
Webinar Recap: The Evolution of B2B eCommerce in France
Host:Guest Speakers: Olivier Thivent (SVP of Omnichannel Experience, Sonepar) & Xavier Rio (Global B2B eCommerce Manager, 3M)
5 Lessons Learned from the B2B eCommerce in France Webinar
B2B eCommerce is evolving rapidly, and regional insights are crucial for businesses looking to stay ahead. In our latest webinar, industry leaders from
The Unlikely Traits of a Modern B2B eCommerce Brand with Kyler Nixon
In a world where customer acquisition is harder (and more expensive) than ever, the traditional playbook for B2B distributors is failing. That’s the core
The Leadership Playbook: Lessons from Fastenal’s Culture with Sam Aldinger
In a digital age dominated by platforms, AI, and process optimization, it's easy to forget that people still power everything. That’s the powerful reminder at
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Tech Tank: Now On Demand
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Why B2B eCommerce Projects Fail
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B2B Buying is Changing - Are You?
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In the complex world of B2B commerce, success hinges on the seamless integration of Order Management Systems (OMS) and eCommerce platforms. While both serve
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For years, we’ve envisioned a smarter, more connected B2B e-commerce space, one where every distributor, manufacturer, agency, and consultant speaks the same
Building a Strong B2B Digital Commerce Foundation
Ready to make the complex game easy?"Building a Strong B2B Digital Commerce Foundation" is your go-to guide for taking your B2B business to the next level.
Guide to B2B ecommerce for franchisors
Digital commerce is changing not only how businesses are transacting but also the very nature of their relationships. This includes all business partnerships,
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Gartner® 2024 Magic Quadrant™ for Search and Product Discovery
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The Real Total Cost of Ownership of eCommerce Platforms: A Strategic Guide for Decision-Makers
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Oro recognized for B2B digital commerce use case for second consecutive year
Oro ranked second highest for the B2B Digital Commerce Use Case with a score of 3.98/5 in the 2022 Gartner Critical Capabilities for Digital Commerce Platforms.
Personalization in B2B ecommerce
This guide discusses the benefits of implementing artificial intelligence (AI) and personalization in B2B eCommerce. It emphasizes the importance of providing
Replatforming in B2B commerce: Success factors and best practices
Replatforming – the changeover to a modern B2B e-commerce solution that is designed to meet the growing expectations of demanding B2B customers – is very
State of B2B Ecommerce Australia Report 2022
Packed with thorough research and in-depth Australian insights, The State of B2B Ecommerce report reveals what you need to grow your B2B business in a modern
The challenges and potentials of aftermarket ecommerce
Businesses need to make it easier for customers and supply chain partners to find, select, buy and install the right spare parts – not only in the automotive
The complete guide to usability in B2B ecommerce
In today’s fast-paced world, business-to-business (B2B) buyers are short on time and expect even better service when buying online than your average consumer.
The comprehensive PIM buyers guide
With hundreds of PIM software vendors worldwide, choosing the right PIM solution can be a daunting & confusing task. Use our guide to assess PIM solutions
The essential B2B ecommerce adoption guide: How to keep customers coming back
Sana Commerce provides a comprehensive overview of the critical factors in successfully adopting B2B ecommerce strategies. It covers critical steps such as
What is the ROI of a future-proof B2B commerce platform?
A digital sales channel comes with a wide range of business benefits, which in total generate more revenue and greater competitiveness. Learn how to invest
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This guide discusses ways to improve the efficiency of the sales process in an e-commerce business. It emphasizes the importance of having a clear
B2B e-commerce trends 2023: An autonomous future
All 2023 main trends for B2B ecommerce point towards a single future: autonomous commerce. These seven combined trends form the building blocks of an
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At the foundation of every successful ecommerce business is a foolproof strategy. Before you think about embarking onto an ecommerce project, ensure you
The ultimate guide to ecommerce for the electronics industry
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The No.1 killer to B2B ecommerce projects
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Use this guide to understand product data management better, identify opportunities to improve product data management, create a product data management
The definitive guide to digital buyer convenience in B2B
Achieving digital maturity can redefine the buying journey, ensuring customer loyalty, continuous engagement and drive business growth. This report is a
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Navigating new frontiers: REDARC’s journey to digital excellence
In an era where digital transformation is more a necessity than a choice, REDARC stands out as a prime example of how mid-market manufacturers can leverage
B2B eCommerce Association launches in Latin America
The B2B eCommerce Association, has officially launched its Latin American chapter with a successful networking breakfast in São Paulo, Brazil. This event,
Nearly all B2B buyers face poor eCommerce checkout experience, new study finds
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B2B ecommerce’s resilience amidst economic uncertainty
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Welcome SparkLayer to the B2B eCommerce Association
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Why investing in B2B Connected Commerce can’t wait
Despite predictions of the U.S. “soft-landing” instead of entering a recession in 2024, businesses understandably remain cautious with their budgets. Given
AOSS Medical Supply: Charting a course to B2B ecommerce excellence
AOSS Medical Supply, a notable name in the medical supply industry, especially in plasma and dialysis, has made significant strides in the B2B sector. With a
Enhancing B2B online search through AI-driven innovation
In the dynamic realm of B2B online purchasing, the evolution of search systems is crucial to meet the growing complexity of customer needs. Machine learning
TreviPay & Mastercard Partner to launch new B2B net terms financing capabilities
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Huisman: Driving digital transformation in heavy construction equipment
Huisman, a global leader in designing, manufacturing, and servicing heavy construction equipment, has made a significant leap in digitalizing an industry
Ballard industrial’s digital leap: Elevating B2B ecommerce experience
Ballard Industrial's shift from a traditional industrial supplier to a digitally advanced e-commerce entity marks a significant evolution in the B2B
Transforming wellness: Unique Health Products B2B ecommerce success
In the ever evolving landscape of B2B ecommerce, Unique Health Products has emerged as a notable example of adaptability and success in B2B ecommerce.
How ANZ leaders are winning in B2B ecommerce today
Are you ready to dive into the dynamic world of B2B eCommerce in Australia and New Zealand? Our latest report, in partnership with SAP, reveals pivotal
Henkel’s Indola brand debuts innovative multi-distributor marketplace
Marking a significant advancement in the realm of B2B digital commerce, Henkel, the renowned multinational with a heritage spanning almost 150 years, has
The natural starting point for AI implementation in B2B
Artificial intelligence (AI) has reached a critical inflection point. Some common questions at C-suite roundtables include “What is our AI strategy?” and
BioMedica Nutraceuticals: Pioneering B2B digital excellence in naturopathic healthcare
Since 1998, BioMedica Nutraceuticals, a subsidiary of PharmaCare Laboratories located in Alexandria, New South Wales, Australia, has been a key player in the
TradeCentric becomes partner of B2B eCommerce Association, advancing eProcurement and PunchOut expertise
The B2B eCommerce Association is thrilled to announce that TradeCentric, a recognized leader in B2B automation and digital transaction processes, has joined
Younger digital B2B buyers not as quick to purchase according to Forrester
Younger B2B purchasers tend to face more obstacles in finalising a purchase due to their limited experience in business decision-making when compared to their
Znode rolls out B Store to empower B2B2X eCommerce
Znode, the ecommerce platform under the umbrella of Amla Commerce Inc., based in Milwaukee, has just launched a groundbreaking software module designed to
Metcash & SAP: Revolutionising retail with Sorted marketplace
Metcash, Australia's leading wholesale distribution and marketing company, stands committed to strengthening independent Retailers in the food, liquor, and
iMedia B2B eCommerce Summit 2023 presentations
Thank you for joining us at the iMedia B2B eCommerce Summit 2023! We're delighted to offer you access to the wealth of knowledge and insights shared during
New B2B ecommerce platform revolutionises construction parts marketplace
In a transformative move that emphasize SmartEquip's commitment to innovation and efficiency, the renowned heavy equipment commerce technology and networking
Investors get picky on ecommerce investing
Venture capital money is flowing into ecommerce businesses more slowly these days, says new research from Pitchbook.com.
Unleashing productivity with generative AI
Technology leaders aiming to accelerate software development can expect groundbreaking time savings with generative AI. However, they’ll need more than
B2B ecommerce sales are up, but little else
The U.S manufacturing and distribution sector is in a slump, as of mid-2023. Productivity is down, and so are sales and business buyer confidence.
U.S B2B sales slow but not online
The sales world of U.S. manufacturing and distribution is slowing mid-year as a softening economy, still-high inflation and other problems continue to slow
Weaker demand hits Ferguson ecommerce
Ferguson Plc., the British plumbing and heating products distributor does nearly all its business in the U.S., is coming off a weak first quarter.
Trinity Packaging wants to be a digital disruption
With the introduction of its latest ecommerce platform, Trinity Packaging Supply, a 13-year-old company with annual revenue of $100 million, aims to be a
B2B sellers engage buyers with new tactics
B2B sellers are prioritizing giving customers across new markets and portals new ways to make more purchases. And they are using a variety of tactics —
Launch ecommerce and not break the bank
Companies are scrambling to move online and initiate or improve their digital commerce capabilities. But they are also cautious about investing resources in
Successfully selling ecommerce to sales reps
Any type of change within an organization is likely to see some resistance. It’s not that change is necessarily bad―change represents an unknown variable that
B2B ecommerce gains momentum and sales
B2B ecommerce continues to become an even more mainstream channel for business organizations of all sizes, says a new report from DynamicWeb and Sapio Research.
Write job descriptions that get candidates
Many of us know how stressful it is to find a new job. It is no piece of cake for the person on the other side of the desk, either. Ask a business owner or
How much does an ecommerce site cost?
In today's digital age, ecommerce has become a crucial avenue for businesses to expand their reach and boost sales. However, many manufacturers are often left
How generative AI changes B2B ecommerce
There was the world before ChatGPT, and there is the world after ChatGPT. In fact, its emergence is being hailed as the next Industrial Revolution. With over
Why Amazon is big on small business
More than 60% of the businesses that sell on Amazon are small and independent, Amazon says in a new report. Collectively, those businesses in 2022 sold more
A parts marketplace revs up funding
A privately held B2B marketplace targets automotive repair shops, parts distributors and manufacturers that try to run their businesses more effectively and
Live streaming builds effective B2B content
Running online operations as a small and medium enterprise (SME) comes with its own set of challenges. While obstacles may vary based on factors such as
Manufacturers target digital supply chains
More manufacturers are implementing some digital supply chain applications and services faster than others, says new data from PwC.
Small businesses eye belt tightening
Amazon Business polled 500 small business decision-makers in the United States in March and found that 61% of respondents will look for ways to reduce the
How AI is reshaping marketing and sales
Artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML) continue to push the boundaries of what is possible in marketing and sales. And now, with the ongoing
5 career tips for B2B marketers
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Europe marketplaces raise $2.1 billion
The European B2B marketplace market is growing at a rapid rate and continuing to attract bigger amounts of investment money, says a new research report.
A B2B marketplace completes a big deal
An auctioneer and operator of B2B marketplace equipment of used construction recently put the finishing touches on a busy first quarter.
Digital transformation is slow coming
Despite the rapid pace of new ecommerce technology such as headless commerce and mounting pressure from digital-first customers, progress is mixed at best for
Mirakl & TreviPay integrate to provide invoicing and payment solutions
TreviPay, a global B2B payment solutions provider, has announced its partnership with Mirakl, a leading global marketplace solutions provider, to offer
How to choose the right investment banker
Selling a company is a major decision and an unfamiliar process for most business owners. Typically, owners hire an investment banker when they begin
Spryker and Trevipay join forces to enhance payment options
Spryker and Trevipay have recently announced a strategic partnership to expand the payment options available for global B2B sellers and marketplaces. With
Avoid roadblocks during investor transactions
Once you’ve decided to sell your business or take on an investor, you may find yourself in unfamiliar territory. The transaction process can be complex, and
How to successfully implement punchout
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Why B2B buyers are getting more finicky
B2B sellers of all types have their work cut out building customer loyalty, says a new survey from B2B ecommerce applications service provider Merkle.
B2B sellers must get tax automation right
For ecommerce businesses selling in multiple states, streamlined and error-free tax management is of existential importance. Papa John’s, Whole Foods, and
Future proof your B2B ecommerce business
Ecommerce professionals understand how unpredictable the digital marketplace can be. As if navigating shifting consumer priorities was not enough, they must
Why BigCommerce went big on platform update
The old world of ecommerce technology is shifting away from legacy monolithic platforms limited in adaptability and scalability, and designed primarily for
Follow the VC money from seed to exit
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BigCommerce introduces advanced features for B2B selling
BigCommerce, an ecommerce platform for B2C and B2B brands, has launched its latest release of B2B Edition, a suite of functionalities that enhances the online
Amazon Business eyes Europe expansion
Amazon Business grew at a compound annual rate of 25% for the last two years, according to Alexandre Gagnon, vice president of Amazon Business Worldwide.
A better user experience drives digital sales
Manufacturers often struggle with increasing content requirements, more channels and touch points to manage, and rapidly changing customer needs, which
An HVAC distributor goes all in for digital
For the fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, Miami-based Watsco Inc. reported a 5% increase in total sales to a record $1.58 billion. Net income was $157.1 million,
Grainger grows ecommerce
It was a good start to the business year for W.W. Grainger Inc. both overall and online.
Manufacturers rethink the digital experience
Not all manufacturers are as far along on creating the digital user experience their customers want, says a new research report from IDC.
How to sell complex B2B products online
It’s not uncommon for manufacturers and distributors selling complex products and services to believe their offerings are ill-suited for ecommerce. The reason
When ecommerce failure is not an option
Our development team provides ongoing support for manufacturers and distributors ecommerce sites. In many instances, we are implementing new improvements, but
India's marketplace market hits a fast track
India’s growing B2B marketplace sector is expected to hit a major milestone, says a new report from an investment banking firm.
A five step process for transformation
If you are like an increasing number of B2B brands, it has become painfully clear that business as usual is no longer possible. You have even started on
Visual commerce: Enhancing the online buying experience
In the world of B2B digital commerce, visual commerce technology is gaining traction, thanks to its success in the gaming industry. This technology involves
Distributors grow 25% online in 2022
All in, manufacturers grew B2B digital commerce about 15% to $623.3 billion in 2022 from $543.3 billion in 2021.
Ecommerce accounts for 10% of manufacturing
All in, the sales that manufacturers generated across ecommerce sites and apps grew to $623.3 billion in 2022, based on data from the U.S. Department of
Caterpillar goes all in for digital commerce
Caterpillar Inc., an icon of U.S. manufacturing for nearly 100 years, has been selling online since 1999 and last year hit a milestone. Caterpillar’s
B2B payment fraud keeps sellers diligent
In today’s rapidly changing payments landscape staying on top of the latest digital payment options is necessary for B2B ecommerce sellers if they want to
A US distributor aims for 85% of all sales as digital
Fastenal’s ongoing push for more digital sales is right on schedule — and still a big corporate strategic priority, says CEO Dan Florness.
U.S. manufacturing ecommerce sales grow
Manufacturers as a group had a pretty good year in 2022. But online and with ecommerce, they had an even better one.
Amazon Business posts record GMV
Amazon.com Inc. CEO Andy Jassy, in his 2022 letter to shareholders posted on Amazon’s website today, says that Amazon Business “drives roughly $35 billion in
Accenture puts Adobe Commerce to the test
Consumers’ rising use of ecommerce – including social commerce – the past two has triggered increased adoption of ecommerce solutions by businesses selling
More B2B buyers want digital purchase options
B2B buyers are very focused and demanding in the digital purchasing experience they expect from sellers, according to a new McKinsey & Co. survey of
A distributor engineers a digital partnership
MSC Industrial, a large public US distributor of industrial supplies and metal working products, has a new exclusive ecommerce partnership with MachiningCloud
A distributor offers 4 million SKUs online
TruckPro LLC , a provider of heavy-duty truck and trailer parts and services headquartered in Memphis, Tennessee, now offers over 4 million SKUs online. This
Manufacturers enhance their user experience
While 31% of respondents believe they are ahead of their competitors when it comes to digital maturity, and 2% far ahead, 24% said they were in danger of
Use these top tactics for better e-procurement
Procurement leaders who had hoped that macroeconomic conditions in 2023 would make their jobs easier than last year are already disappointed. As the new year
A B2B marketplace stakes out life sciences
Labviva Inc., a B2B marketplace that serves buyers and sellers in the life sciences industry, has raised $20 million in new working funds.
B2B for manufacturers is an evolving process
With B2B ecommerce here to stay manufacturers must evolve their sales strategies to embrace a digital-first approach and deliver the types of digital
An app developer ties its future with Shopify
An ecommerce app developer is betting its future on developing apps for ecommerce brands and merchants that use the Shopify ecommerce platform. And investors
A big MRO distributor accelerates ecommerce
One of the biggest US distributors of industrial supplies continues to push the pace of its ecommerce strategy.
Ecommerce platform spend tops $3 billion
The digital commerce platform market is poised to grow with a CAGR of 12.6% at a global level and is estimated to surge from a valuation of $ 3.41 billion in
Why age matters for digital B2B buyers
Many manufacturers “are just dabbling in B2B ecommerce,” says Karie Daudt, senior commerce consultant at agency Perficient Digital.
Samsung eyes more online B2B mobile sales
Samsung Electronics Co. is opening new areas codes and markets for its smartphone B2B ecommerce business.
Manufacturers ponder where ecommerce fits
There are about 243,000 manufacturers in the U.S., according to the U.S. Department of Commerce. And across all channels of digital sales, including
Newegg eyes more marketplace business
Newegg Marketplace, a division of Newegg Commerce Inc. has a promotion for new marketplace sellers that join the platform to receive six months of free Elite
Caterpillar launches its first-ever app
Caterpillar Inc. is upping its mobile commerce game.
Why B2B ecommerce is changing fast
While B2B sales have been steadily shifting to digital channels, the past few years have seen an acceleration of that trend due largely to the Covid-19
Many manufacturers aren't ready to digitize
More manufacturers are talking the serious talk about digital transformation but walking the walk toward full implementation remains to be seen.
How Signet energised its eCommerce capabilities
When it comes to eCommerce, the need to upgrade the user experience is a must for B2B suppliers, even if they are old hands at selling online. More than a
BigCommerce inks a partnership with Mira
Digital commerce agency Mira Commerce Inc. has partnered with ecommerce platform provider BigCommerce Pty. Ltd. to provide modern composable e-commerce
Intersecting platforms and Google pays off
There’s a straight-line connection between inbound search traffic and revenue for most online businesses. More visitors usually equals more revenue, so
Supply chain execs want digital bang for the buck
Even as more organizations spend more time and money on cloud applications, artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things (IoT) and other digital technology
How to accelerate e-commerce growth
Most companies have completed at least a partial shift to digital in response to overwhelming customer demand. To make that shift sustainable, they now need
Kraft Heinz and AB InBev do an online deal
Buyers for retailers in Latin America will have online access to Kraft Mac & Cheese, Heinz Tomato Ketchup and other Kraft Heinz brands through the
Millennials are the future of all ecommerce
Younger buyers are now in charge of driving the growth of ecommerce in all forms. And that includes B2B, B2C and B2B2C.
Trelleborg rolls on with a new digital platform
A manufacturer of tires for forklifts and related vehicles for the agriculture and construction industries, Trelleborg Wheel Systems introduced an updated
Vietnam ecommerce is going prime time
Since last year, worldwide inflationary pressures and geopolitical events have fueled an economic slowdown, putting many e-commerce businesses at risk of
HVAC companies feel the heat for ecommerce
U.S. B2B ecommerce sales will cross the $1 trillion mark for the first time in 2022 and catapult to $1.8 trillion the following year, according to separate
DJUST hits the market with a new platform
B2B applications and services provider DJUST, thinks its latest product launch will helps simplify the complexity of online trading and e-procurement between
Xometry eyes better times ahead
For Xometry Inc., a large portion of the company‘s daily work load is figuring out how to create the biggest integrated global B2B marketplace for
A forklift maker moves ecommerce forward
As B2B buyers turn to digital purchasing channels they expect the digital experience to be aligned to their needs and expectations.
Getting smart on B2B AI deployment
Let me start by first giving you a preview of the advancements in AI/ML technologies and then discuss how product discovery on your site can be easy and
eBay hits the skids in Q4 and 2022
eBay Inc. said its gross merchandise volume, which is the value of all goods sold on the site, fell 12% to $18.2 billion in the most recent quarter, the
Prioritize digitally empowered sales reps
Some salespeople are distrustful of online ecommerce, perhaps due to fear of it taking away their ability to sell to customers or its disruptiveness into
Amazon launches an app for quick reconciliation
Amazon Business has launched 3-Way Match on the Amazon Business mobile app to help business customers improve their smart business-buying strategies and
Small firms have big plans for ecommerce platforms
Small companies see ecommerce technology and platforms as a chief means to drive future growth - and chart a firmer path through uncertain economic times.
How Gallagher increased the efficiency of its ecommerce business
For more than decade Gallagher Group Ltd., a provider of animal management and security products and solutions, had been looking to upgrade its commerce
How to hire the best ecommerce leaders
Hiring an ecommerce leader, whether it be a manager or a director or a vice president, is a big deal. It can represent one of the most important hires a
Companies need ecommerce staffers now
Despite a wish otherwise from The Federal Reserve, job growth in the U.S. is still strong. And hiring is more than strong in B2B and B2C ecommerce. According
Why your time for a B2B marketplace is now
B2B commerce is changing constantly, and the need to capture prospects and existing customers’ attention on another level is drastically increasing.
B2B buyers want it all and they want it now
If more B2B sellers don’t up their ecommerce game, they may find find themselves out of the game altogether, says new data and analysis from Forrester Research.
PartsBase launches a B2B marketplace
PartsBase, a major B2B online parts locator service for the aviation, aerospace, and defense industries, today announced PartsStore, a B2B marketplace using
A green seller sees red and retools ecommerce
It's now or never. Saddled with an aging ecommerce platform that delivered an outdated user experience and was difficult to navigate, EcoEnclose LLC, a
How TYGRIS cleaned up its ecommerce act
According to an old proverbial phase, when life hands you lemons, make lemonade. That pretty well sums up B2B supplier TYGRIS’ venture into ecommerce.
TradeCentric posts record volume
TradeCentric, the leading provider of B2B integration and automation between eCommerce systems and eProcurement applications, reports a 200% increase in
VTEX ends 2022 on strong sales growth
Citing strong same-store sales from existing customers and new customer additions, ecommerce platform provider VTEX posted total revenues of $45.5 million
Don't turn a blind eye to online reviews
Reviews matter. Or do they? It’s common to hear B2B ecommerce sellers say that reviews aren’t as important as they are in the B2C space. I don’t agree.
Why Italy is poised for more B2B ecommerce
Food. Art. Architecture. Culture. Only Italy and a few other countries have made such a global impact in many areas. And that includes B2B ecommerce, says
Anheuser-Busch goes bottoms up on B2B
Anheuser-Busch InBev, or AB InBev, a multinational drinks conglomerate headquartered in Belgium, is drinking in lots ecommerce and the party is only getting
Grainger makes a key ecommerce promotion
Zoro.com, an eCommerce company that sells millions of supplies, equipment and tools to small businesses nationwide, today announced Sandy Mattinson, who
Companies pay more for ecommerce talent
More than 25% of ecommerce companies want to switch ecommerce platforms despite the costs, according to data in the 2023 Ecommerce Platforms Report, which
Why B2B investors like the Internet of Things
The Internet of Things (IoT) is drawing serious interest and money from investors.
Embrace the golden age of digital customers
Karie Daudt, a veteran B2B strategist who is a Director of Commerce Strategy at digital consultancy Perficient, discusses how distributors can best take on
A B2B marketplace constructs a global strategy
A primetime operator of a public B2B marketplace and an auctioneer of used construction equipment ended 2022 as banner year - and made an acquisition to
A roadmap for industrial companies going digital
Editor's note: This article from McKinsey explains in-depth how and why industry companies can embrace digital commerce and transformation. Creating strong
Making digital B2B executives see green
Given mounting climate issues, and increased public interest in supporting sustainable brands, the ecommerce world is experiencing a huge shift in how it
The ABCs of PIM: Part 2
The primary reason that B2B organizations make the decision to invest in a Product Information Management (PIM) solution, is because they recognize that they
A big distributor posts mixed results
It was a mixed year for Global Industrial Co., a big public distributor of maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) and industrial supplies.
A crystal ball look at what lies ahead for B2B commerce
Editors note: This is a recent blog post reprinted here with the blessing of ecommerce services and consulting firm Avensia,
Sana Commerce names new CEO to lead next phase of growth
Sana Commerce, a leading ERP-integrated B2B e-commerce company, is proud to announce the appointment of Sebastiaan Verhaar as Chief Executive Officer. Verhaar
An e-procurement tale of the tape
Economists foresee a potentially challenging year ahead for businesses, with an estimated 65% chance the U.S. will enter a recession in 2023. Amid economic
A big US retailer upends its digital supply chain
How business-to-consumer or B2C ecommerce sites operate have a direct correlation on how business digital commerce and supply chains perform.
An HVAC distributor is all in for digital
A large distributor of heating, air conditioning and ventilation products is putting B2B ecommerce in the fast lane.
US e-procurement sales hit $1 trillion
All in, B2B ecommerce sites and apps grew to $1.94 trillion in 2022, a 19% increase from $1.63 trillion in 2021. More important, B2B ecommerce grew faster
Young digital B2B buyers differ from their peers
Younger versus older business buyers share some traits in common, but only a few. Both groups want to use sales, supply chain and procurement channels to make
The ABCs of PIM systems
The journey to achieve digital transformation continues for B2B organizations across the globe, as they work to align to the needs of the digital first
Shopify reports decent Q4 sales
Shopify Inc. reported $1.73 billion in revenue for its fiscal fourth quarter ended Dec. 31, 2022. That’s a 26% jump from a year earlier, a sign the ecommerce
A Chinese manufacturer eyes a marketplace
A Chinese medical products manufacturer with operations in the United States is making an acquisition to try a hand at growing a niche B2B marketplace business.
Millennial buyers demand excellence
The growing number of millennial and Gen Z professionals have very high expectations for B2B ecommerce, says a new report from Forrester Research Inc.
Distributors sink money into the user experience
Improving ease of use and customer experience continues to be distributors’ highest priority when it comes to investing ecommerce investment, says the annual
A digital manufacturer recalibrates
It was truly a mixed year of results for a Minneapolis-based digital manufacturing and ecommerce company.
Distributor B2B ecommerce is underway, slowly
Ecommerce sales among wholesale distributors with an ecommerce channel represented 15.4% of revenues in 2022, up from 14.2% of revenues a year earlier, an
U.S. B2B digital sales growth rolls on
B2B manufacturers and distributors want to accelerate digital transformation. That includes ecommerce and B2B marketplace development. In 2022, that activity
Bangladesh gets help through B2B ecommerce
ShopUp, a full-stack B2B commerce platform for small and medium businesses in Bangladesh, has secured $30 million in debt financing. Lendable, a London-based
Investors place their bet on B2B marketplaces
Big money continues to flow heavily into B2B marketplaces, says a new Dealroom.co study of venture capital data. But more money still is targeted for B2C
B2B must break through digital roadblocks
Even though 53% of B2B buyers responding to a recent Forrester survey have used a digital channel to complete a purchase, many respondents said they were
Buyers make purchasing an online team sport
B2B buyers are often a purchasing team and not just a single individual. And they begin the digital purchasing process on multiple sales channels. The latest
Maersk ecommerce goes green
A big international shipping company is teaming up with a startup to make deliveries to European ecommerce suppliers greener.
Small business makes ecommerce a priority
Small businesses counted on ecommerce to get them through the pandemic and now that it has growing sales online remains a top priority, says new survey from
A steel distributor builds up its digital base
A distributor of rolled steel products continues to fully embrace B2B digital commerce.
U.S. digital sales finish strong
2022 was a watershed year for B2B digital commerce and transformation—and 2023 will be as well. When the COVID-19 pandemic hit with full force three years and
BigCommerce and Balance strike up a B2B relationship
To help B2B sellers enhance the checkout and payment experience on their websites, BigCommerce Pty. Ltd. has named B2B payments platform to provide Balance a
B2B ecommerce takes root in Africa
B2B ecommerce in the Middle East and North Africa (MENA) region is projected to reach $3 billion in 2025, up from $1.2 billion in 2022, according to a report
TreviPay names a new CMO
TreviPay, a B2B payments provider, has hired Allen Bonde as chief marketing officer. Bonde, who has more than 20 years B2B experience, will be charged with
Despite headwinds, B2B grows in the U.S.
Despite major headwinds, manufacturers and distributors turned in a solid performance in 2022. B2B manufacturers and distributors collectively grew their
Walmart takes on Amazon Business
Walmart, the world's biggest stores retailer, is taking on Amazon, the world's biggest online retailer, yet again. But this time the battle zone isn't
A big distributor hits a digital milestone
A major US distributor of industrial supplies ended 2022 with a bevy of digital firsts. Fastenal Co. also is planning more aggressive benchmarks for its
A global group goes digital
Nexus Automotive International has announced the launch of a new business unit dedicated to e-commerce. The new business unit will be headed by long-time
A platform vendor scores $13 million
Oro Inc., a provider of open-source B2B ecommerce applications has received $13 million in new funding from private equity firm Zubr Capital and Highland
Dubai gives ecommerce a boost
The Dubai Multi Commodities Centre (DMCC), the United Araba Emirates largest free-trade zone, has launched the DMCC E-Commerce Ecosystem with the intent of
A B2B marketplace digitizes payments
B2B marketplaces are responding with better payment features in response to online demands from B2B buyers. Already, one-third of the top marketplaces offer
Kraft Heinz creates a better online experience
Recognizing that consumers are looking for accurate, reliable, product content whether purchasing online or in-store, the Kraft Heinz Co. is partnering with
Old industries embrace new forms of ecommerce
B2B ecommerce continues to make significant inroads into some of the oldest segments of the industrial US, says a new research report from Billtrust, a
Shopify goes enterprise ecommerce
Looking to give B2B suppliers the flexibility to integrate and innovate without restrictions on their ecommerce platform, Shopify has introduced Commerce
Mckinsey separates B2B fact vs. fiction
The conventional wisdom around B2B ecommerce is due for a reset, according to the consulting company. Here are five myths around B2B ecommerce that need to be
Spryker adds on business intelligence
Spryker Systems GmbH, a platform provider forB2B and B2C enterprise marketplaces, thing commerce and unified commerce, is betting its recent partnership with
QTC tools fall short for digital users
While the quote-to-cash process, which includes product configuration and pricing, quoting, customer acceptance, order fulfillment, and managing revenue, is
Truckers and marketplaces convoy
Earlier this month, three of the largest national carriers formed the Scheduling Standards Consortium (SSC). It aims to solve transportation scheduling
AMEX rolls out digital payment tools
American Express Co. continues to roll out new products to help suppliers digitize their B2B payments. The latest product is Business Link, a B2B payments
Why commercetools and Sapient are partners
To help enterprise-sized companies adopt and implement digital innovation, commercetools GmbH, a provider of headless and digital commerce technology, has
More digital change coming for supply chains
2023 will be another year of big technology changes and digital transformation for organizations of all size, says The American Supply Chain Association.
Marketplaces drive India B2B ecommerce
India’s ecommerce market is growing fast, but business-to-business digital commerce is growing faster.
German B2B ecommerce to grow 33%
B2B ecommerce is coming of age in Germany, Europe’s biggest economy.
A major platform player changes the game
BigCommerce is a public company that had 5,560 enterprise customers as of Sept. 30. But now, to control costs and focus on enterprise businesses, the
B2B companies embrace more e-procurement
Since 2020, dramatic changes in the global economy, ongoing supply chain disruptions, the growth in the number of employees working remotely, and B2B buyers’
Personalization catches on in B2B
When it comes to the online buying experience, personalization based on a buyer’s purchasing habits and movement through a marketplace or supplier’s webstore
Adobe names an Australia leader
Adobe has a new leader heading up its Australia and New Zealand operations.
Grainger ecommerce site hits a milestone
Zoro.com, the U.S.-based unit of W.W. Grainger’s online-only Endless Assortment segment, which caters to “smaller customers with less complex operations,” has
VTEX hits a platform growth spurt
Several B2B sellers using VTEX’s B2B ecommerce platform are showing strong growth, as well as operational improvement in their business, the enterprise
BigCommerce does a data sync with Sage
Having the ability to launch integrated storefronts will help B2B sellers reach new customers, increase operational efficiency, and provide real-time updates
Why TreviPay is acquiring Apruve
As part of its ongoing strategy to make B2B payments faster and more efficient for its customers and expand its reach in the technology manufacturing
How PIM and DAM systems accelerate ecommerce
A fundamental and crucial starting point of the entire digital and omnichannel commerce experience is the management of product and customer data—even more so
China outmuscles the US in B2B digital sales
The US is a big B2B ecommerce market with annual sales that reached $1.64 trillion in 2021, based on a projection from Digital Commerce 360.
Elastic Path will grow "composable commerce"
Software provider Elastic Path, flush with new capital, is out to build on its connection to “headless commerce” and “composable commerce.”
Aligned B2B marketing = better digital sales
With digital B2B sales growing at a rapid clip, B2B marketers need to be thinking about how to align their company’s brand, customer and digital experiences
A Yokohama unit updates B2B ecommerce
A U.S. subsidiary of Yokoyama Rubber is overhauling its b2b ecommerce platform.
European B2B ecommerce will flourish
B2B ecommerce continues to take hold in Europe, based on new data from the Chamber of Digital Economy, a Polish research firm. “Many manufacturers and
Nestlé projects 25% of sales will soon be digital
Nestlé S.A., the world’s biggest public food and drink processing company headquartered in Vevey, Vaud, Switzerland, sees more ecommerce in all forms too
B2B ecommerce sales stay the course
Total B2B sales continue to grow as demand for goods and services remains strong across many industrial sectors. But how B2B buyers are purchasing goods and
Change is coming fast to B2B digital commerce
The year ahead will bring several new challenges to B2B ecommerce. And those challenges will accelerate quickly in 2023, says a new survey from McKinsey &
IT leaders must balance ecommerce and ERP
B2B ecommerce may be table stakes now for manufacturers, but for the IT leaders responsible for overseeing the integration between a company’s existing
Amazon dials back some B2B distribution in India
Amazon’s wholesale marketplace by all accounts is flourishing worldwide except for one key fast-growing market: India.
B2B sellers pay a premium for warehouse space
Ecommerce sellers, whether they are engaged in business-to-business or business-to-consumer online commerce, are gobbling up warehouse- and
Caterpillar’s ecommerce parts sales exceed $2 billion
Caterpillar Inc., one of the world’s largest construction equipment manufacturers, is giving the business world a glimpse of how well its ecommerce channel is
Chemical makers add in ecommerce ingredients
Even though chemical output in the United States is projected to grow by 4.1% in 2022, the highest growth seen in more than a decade, according to the
Poor supply chains pose ecommerce trouble
Ongoing supply chain hiccups are a prime culprit in how fast companies of all size can build or expand B2B ecommerce.
Manufacturers build out digital CRM
Editor's note: Insightly, a customer relationship management (CRM) platform, is sharing insights into CRM functionality and what matters most for
Minolta brings ecommerce into focus
A U.S.-based part of Minolta is bringing B2B ecommerce squarely into focus. The big picture: launching a new ecommerce site to help customers research and
MRC expands B2B ecommerce
After a century in business, a piping distributor has reached a new digital milestone. MRC Global Inc. distributes pipes, valves and fittings (PVF) and other
A dental products maker sinks its teeth into ecommerce
A B2B manufacturer that makes orthodontic products and peripherals for more than 25,000 customers is sinking its teeth into an updated ecommerce platform. The
FedEx doubles down on South America
FedEx Express, a subsidiary of FedEx Corp. has expanded in Pudahuel, Chile, with its largest ecommerce-focused distribution center in South America.
Businesses ramp up their purchasing via e-procurement
E-procurement is gaining acceptance by businesses buyers, but challenges remain for even wider adoption, according to the Amazon Business 2022 State of
B2B marketplace operator Xometry eyes a global expansion opportunity
A U.S. B2B marketplace for on-demand industrial parts has big ambitions to grow globally
More digital buyer behavior drives growth in YTD U.S. B2B sales
For the first nine months of 2022, total manufacturer and distributor sales totaled $11.103 trillion. That’s a 17.1% increase from $9.480 trillion in the
More CPG manufacturers must get their B2B ecommerce and supply chain house in order
Online shoppers want more—and not less—ecommerce tools and delivery options from consumer brand manufacturers. But that is not likely to happen until more CPG
A slowing economy catches up with an all-digital manufacturer
An all-digital ordering, processing and purely ecommerce manufacturer based in Minneapolis is reported slowing sales in the third quarter.
What should B2B buying experiences look like
We’re just beginning to uncover all the impacts of the COVID-19 pandemic, but perhaps one of the earliest lessons to emerge was the power of an effective
U.S distributors on track to generate $1.4 trillion in ecommerce sales in 2022
In 2022, ecommerce continued to grow for business-to-business distributors and wholesalers. All in, there are about 630,00 distribution companies operating in
Ryder makes another deal to keep on trucking in ecommerce distribution
Ryder Systems Inc, which manages nearly 239,000 commercial vehicles and operates more than 330 warehouses, encompassing more than 80 million square feet, has
A big industrial supplies distributor doubles down on ecommerce
The third quarter was a good one, but not a great one for Global Industrial Inc.
Digital B2B buyers have high expectations for easy and error-free payments processing
Fast, easy and error-free payments processing is a big deal for digital B2B buyers.
A big U.S. HVAC distributor closes in on record annual ecommerce sales
Watsco, one of the HVAC industry’s biggest distribution companies in the U.S. is reaping the benefits of B2B ecommerce.
The world's biggest MRO distributor posts healthy Q3 digital sales
The biggest public distributor of maintenance, repair and operations (MRO) supplies reported decidedly bigger third quarter digital commerce sales, especially
Why organizations are ranking B2B ecommerce as a high priority
B2B ecommerce is no longer just a minor priority, says Will Santry, vice president and head of SAP Customer Experience, ANZ.
Why ecommerce leaders must be agents of change
Getting ahead in B2B ecommerce is hard and it is even harder do it alone. The key to success is developing the right partners both inside and outside the
B2B ecommerce is now part of the business mainstream
The ongoing coronavirus pandemic, economic problems and supply chain disruption have brought sudden and formidable challenges for B2B companies of all types
How CPQ can transform your B2B business
If your sales teams are losing precious hours configuring, pricing, and quoting, it could be the perfect time to embark on a digital transformation - one that
Manufacturing: Centralising B2B eCommerce to Scale Internationally
The current state of the world urges traditional businesses such as manufacturers to consider e-commerce.
Solving the challenges of B2B product content
As B2B buyers take on the habits of B2C shoppers, having high-quality product content is essential for future business success across all channels. This
Digital Strategy for B2B Commerce
Digital strategies are frameworks. Just as architects design great blueprints and 3D renderings for buildings, your organization needs structure and
Headless commerce: the basics
Thinking about going headless with your B2B eCommerce Platform? Here’s what you need to know
Boosting the value of your B2B eCommerce platform
“Customers don’t like to order online”, “my customers are old fashioned”, “they prefer a sales rep”, or the classic “I can’t trust my clients to order enough
B2B Vs B2C eCommerce: 6 key differences & why they're important
In the simplest of terms, the differences in B2B versus B2C eCommerce are the customer relationships. eCommerce being an online business model facilitating
5 Best Practices for B2B eCommerce Success
The industry’s rapidly evolving and nowadays B2B buyers are looking to make purchases with the same ease and convenience as they do in the B2C world, online.
7 tips for B2B eCommerce & digital transformation success
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The 5 B2B eCommerce mistakes you might be making
At Sana Commerce, our customers will often have a basic idea of how they want their site to look and feel, but haven’t really considered what their customers
B2B eCommerce personalisation use case for spare parts business
It is without a doubt that the global pandemic has accelerated many companies’ digital roadmaps. For companies that sell products and services, being able to
EDI Versus B2B: Which Is Better?
Manufacturers and wholesalers who are moving to digital platforms can experience decision paralysis with so many options, especially when every digital
The missing piece in B2B eCommerce: Automation
When you’ve been involved in B2B eCommerce as long as we have, you tend to make a few observations along the way. As eCommerce continues its unstoppable
Demystifying PunchOut: What is it and why it’s important
If you’ve heard the term PunchOut and wondered what it was, you’re not alone. eCommerce PunchOut is a little-understood (and rarely supported) function for
How To Drive B2B eCommerce Customer Adoption
You’re excited about your new B2B eCommerce platform. You’ve crunched the ROI numbers and can see that profitability per online order will be much higher. But
The Key To B2B eCommerce Success
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B2B eCommerce: Death of a Salesman?
Tempted to launch a B2B eCommerce site, but concerned it could negatively impact your existing sales team or muddy the waters with customers? While there’s
6 Features You Should Be Looking for in a PIM Solution
If you're a B2B manufacturer or wholesale distributor chances are you're dealing with a large amount of complex and evolving product data.
15 Reasons Why You Need a PIM
Product Information Management (PIM) systems aren’t anything new. In fact, when I was asked to put this piece together, I reviewed my previous blog articles
Delivering Greater Flexibility With B2B Headless Commerce
The way we acquire goods and services is evolving on an almost weekly basis at the moment, with international, state and now suburban borders quickly shifting
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