Trend Report

Cross-Border eCommerce: The Opportunity For US Online Retailers

International Shipping Solutions Provide A Low-Cost Way To Reach Global Online Shoppers

Zia Daniell Wigder
 and  three contributors
Jul 24, 2015

Summary

eCommerce growth rates in many regions of the globe are outpacing eCommerce growth in the US. As a result, eBusiness executives at US online retailers are considering new ways to expand globally. However, building an eCommerce operation in a new market can cost millions. Before making the investment, many retailers test consumer demand and shopping habits by supplementing their existing offering with international shipping, a relatively low-cost, low-risk way to tap into shoppers around the globe. This report helps eBusiness professionals understand what international shipping vendor options they have and what factors they may want to consider when selecting a solution that will meet both their own needs and those of their global audiences.

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