B2B eCommerce: A Shift in the B2B Customer Buying Experience
Providing the right b2b eCommerce solution that accommodates the complex needs of manufacturers, wholesalers and distributors can be a problematic task. Over the years we’ve seen many b2b eCommerce projects unravel after using off-the-shelf or open-source software solutions – usually because providers fail to understand the unique demands of b2b eCommerce, or they simply don’t […]
Why do manufacturers (and their customers) need an e-commerce future?
2020 was the year of disruption and many manufacturers struggled to keep up with the pace. Many couldn’t move past their traditional, offline ways of working. Unfortunately, the hesitation to digitize is holding back manufacturers’ potential for business transformation. Transformation in the manufacturing industry is being driven by consumer behavior. Manufacturers that still primarily serve […]
Caravan and motorhome sales grown by 126% in the last year.
The global staycation boom is inspiring more and more people everyday to seek adventure within their own home countries. While the Covid-19 pandemic continues to restrict global travel, people are finding creative ways to enjoy the outdoors. According to Scottish Caravans & Motorhomes, 33% of Brits said they are more likely to spend their time off holidaying […]
Boating and Maritime sales predicted to see historical surge
As the Covid-19 pandemic continues to disrupt the global tourism industry, holidayers are looking for alternative ways to enjoy the summer. According to british marine.co.uk, boating sales grew by over 50% in the summer of 2020 compared to the year before and this figure has been steadily increasing since. For British families, purchasing a boat instead […]
Avoid disruptions to your service by using speed, efficiency and 24/7 accessibility
Product-driven websites are land grabbing the buyer’s attention – are you ready to have your own branded, product lead Eommerce capability? These online leaders are and they are getting great results… The secondhand catering equipment industry was forecast to be worth £250m in the coming years before lockdown. There is an abundance of surplus equipment making its […]
Hotel industry post Pandemic: How will it check out?
2020 dramatically changed the hotel industry B2B shopping behavior as the focus to cut cost are crucial. The hotel industry must focus on how to offer products and services while keeping costs low. The sharp decline in corporate, group, and leisure travel demand due to the global pandemic, has led to hotel occupancy rates falling […]
Health and Fitness equipment revenue doubled in 2020
The Covid-19 pandemic has disrupted supply chains all over the world, the supply of gym equipment is no exception. The sudden closing of gym’s around the world has caused millions of consumers to buy simple gym equipment for their homes, creating a supply shortage of these products for retailers, and a huge rise in price […]
Are Cities driving the transition to a Circular Economy?
Cities make perfect hubs for innovation. City governments have a key role to play in building thriving, liveable, resilient cities that are regenerative by design. They can engage, incentivize, manage, and regulate frameworks to enable change for their cities. By supporting a more circular economy, cities can increase the reusability of surplus materials, thus reducing […]
Oil and Gas industry manufacturers and their future with B2B eCommerce
At SouqBox we know each manufacturer has unique requirements. Their bespoke workflow, the configuration of products complexity in pricing make online trading more challenging than straight forward B2C. This view is echoed in an interesting article published in Medium that highlighted the need to transition to online trading in the oil & gas sector. The time is […]