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The History of eCommerce: From the 1960s to the 2020s

Ship Monk

An invention of particular note was and continues to be eCommerce, or the selling and buying of goods and services online. We’re not laundry experts, but we do know a thing or two about eCommerce. In 1969, the military developed ARPANET to ensure that critical lines of communication would be maintained in the event of a nuclear attack.

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Marketing Small Business Tips: 6 Tips to Improve Your Small Business 

GoShip Blog

These reviews help you assess possible areas of improvement to keep your business thriving in the highly saturated eCommerce industry. billion monthly users , Facebook remains the biggest social media platform since its launch in 2004. Attending events also helps you connect with other small business owners.

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Takeaways from Descartes Evolution 2019

Talking Logistics

I remember speaking a few years ago with Art Mesher, Descartes’ CEO from November 2004 through November 2013, and he attributed the turnaround to Descartes’ shift from a “culture of selling” to a “culture of serving.” Simply put, as global trade and ecommerce continue to grow, so will the importance and demand for global trade content.