In the ever-evolving world of ecommerce, staying ahead of the curve is a crucial driver for success, especially for food and drink wholesale businesses. As we approach 2024, we wanted to take the time to highlight 10 Ecommerce Trends for Food and Drink Wholesale in 2024 that hold significant promise for wholesalers, with a specific focus on meeting the distinctive demands of the food and drink industry. 1. Renewed Focus on Sustainability As the world becomes more environmentally conscious, food and drink wholesalers have a unique opportunity to lead the way in sustainable practices. We un ..read more

In the ever-evolving e-commerce landscape, staying ahead of the competition is crucial for scaling your business in 2023. With customer expectations rising alongside the need for faster and more efficient order fulfilment, leveraging automation is no longer a luxury—it’s a necessity. And when it comes to streamlining your operations and delivering an exceptional customer experience, an Order Management System (OMS) is your ultimate tool. But how can an OMS impact your business’s bottom line and ensure a solid return on investment (ROI)? In this blog post, we will dive deeper into the tangib ..read more

Want to Scale Your Business in 2023? You Need an OMS. In today’s fast-paced digital world, the speed of fulfilment is becoming increasingly important. Your customers expect you to deliver faster and cheaper than ever, and keeping up with the demand can be challenging. Find out how an OMS can help you scale your business in 2023 below. Likely exacerbated by the pandemic, Retail Drive stated in their 2022 press release, “62% of shoppers expect their free shipping orders to arrive in 3 business days”. Further, the research found that “56% of abandoned carts” resulted from “delivery conce ..read more

Your ‘mission’ or ‘promise’ to customers is a core part of your business, it tells them exactly what they can expect from you. You may promise to provide exceptional customer service, be the most competitive on price, or invest in the latest technologies to meet customer needs. However, did you know that only 50% of customers believe a company will deliver on these promises? If you fail to meet the expectations of half your customers, they are more likely to go elsewhere. High-quality and comprehensive product information is crucial for managing customer expectations and ensuring active cust ..read more

Did you know that businesses can spend up to 60% of their IT budgets on running outdated and ineffective systems? While the financial cost of maintaining these systems should be a major concern, there are several other ways that obsolete technology and unsuitable applications can hinder your business growth. We wanted to highlight some of the key signs you need to look out for and solutions to overcome them:   Poor productivity   Research shows that over 40% of UK employees waste three hours or more per day because of inefficient systems and processes. For example, s ..read more

With the help of ecommerce, wholesalers across the food and drink industry have been able to successfully maximise their sales amid the ongoing impact of Covid-19 and long-awaited Brexit. Our latest analysis of ecommerce shows revenue from online sales was 138% higher in June 2021 compared to January 2021. Similarly, the volume of sales orders was 111% higher in June 2021 compared to January 2021. Overall, June 2021 was a record-breaking month for ecommerce sales as it saw the highest ever revenue for a single month since our analysis began in 2015. Comparing total revenue for the first s ..read more

The UK Food Information Amendment, also known as “Natasha’s Law”, will come into effect from October 2021. It will require all food businesses, wholesalers, manufacturers, foodservice businesses, caterers, and cafés to provide a full ingredient list and allergen information on foods that have been Pre-Packed for Direct Sale (PPDS) on the premises.   If a product is pre-packed and either fully or partly enclosed by packaging, cannot be altered without opening or changing the packaging, or is ready for final sale to the ..read more

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