Ecommerce is shaping up to be a major part of the global retail market, with Forrester predicting that U.S. online retail sales alone will top $370 Billion by 2017. With this in mind, it’s no wonder so many people hope to take advantage of these profits by creating their own online business. Although it’s easier Read more…
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Accepting mobile payments is quickly becoming an important element of any mobile commerce strategy, and many merchants are moving to adopt it. However, like so many new technologies, security is still an issue when it comes to the mobile payments space. Whether it’s mobile POS, NFC, or other digital currencies, navigating the compliance and usability Read more…
Whether you are a large-scale online business or a mom and pop storefront, all merchants can and must have a strong security strategy. With Retail now the number one most targeted industry, accounting for 48 percent of all data breach incidents in 2012 alone, it is crucial for organizations of any size to protect themselves Read more…
This October, the Payment Card Industry Security Standards Council (PCI SSC) will be issuing a major update to the PCI Data Security Standards (PCI DSS), which are required for accepting all electronic payments. The new additions will be discussed and presented at community meetings throughout the year, but in the meantime, it is crucial for Read more…
It is getting more difficult to talk about eCommerce trends without bringing up the increasing popularity of mobile shopping. Mcommerce is quickly becoming a crucial channel for sales and many retailers are investing in it heavily as a response. However, despite the increased traffic from mobile devices, actual sales conversions are slow to match the Read more…
Trustmarks can help increase conversions in the era of online uncertainty. Online retail has grown tremendously in the last few years, with an increasing number of businesses, small and large, taking advantage of the eCommerce marketplace. However, as online commerce has flourished, so have the security risks associated with it. In 2012 alone, there were Read more…
In previous posts, we’ve discussed the importance of PCI compliance as well as some of the many misconceptions around it. During this month’s #eCommChat, we’d like to expand on this PCI conversation and discuss some of the complications specific to mobile shopping. Consumers and retailers alike are embracing mCommerce, and online merchants need to be Read more…
With 2012 behind us, it’s time to take a look at the state of online commerce and where it will go from here. As people continue to spend more money and time online, 2013 may be the year we see a genuine shift in how companies and customers interact. Consumers are demanding more than brick-and-mortar Read more…
As we say goodbye to this year and usher in the next, it’s important to look back on some recent events that occurred with respect to consumer security. Businesses have a responsibility to keep personal and financial data safe, and part of that comes from staying informed on the latest cyber perils your customers are Read more…