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The Numerator Consumer Electronics Tracker provides quarterly insight into omnichannel consumer buying behavior in select electronics categories. Here’s what we learned in the latest update: 📅 November and December are the most popular months for electronics purchases, followed by July. 🏬 58% of consumer electronics buyers said the price of their item was about what they anticipated ahead of purchasing, while 19% said it cost less than they anticipated. 🎮 Consumers first became aware of the electronics item they purchased on a retailer website (27%), from a recommendation from friends or family (24%), and by seeing it in person at a store (21%). Learn more: https://bit.ly/4avpb5B #Numerator #electronics #consumerbehavior #insights

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In 2025, the handoff from creditors to their agencies continues to be painful — especially as accounts move through the lifecycle from secondary to tertiary placements. In this clip from Better Debt, our Chief Product Officer Kristyn Leffler shares the ideal scenario for the customer, as well as practical tips to transform these disjointed handoffs to deliver the seamless experience customers deserve. Watch the episode in full 👉🏻 https://lnkd.in/guHfVRKp #BetterDebt #Creditors #DebtCollectionAgency #Data

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The Numerator Consumer Electronics Tracker provides quarterly insight into omnichannel consumer buying behavior in select electronics categories. Here’s what we learned in the latest update: 📅 November and December are the most popular months for electronics purchases, followed by July. 🏬 54% of consumer electronics buyers said the price of their item was about what they anticipated ahead of purchasing, while 20% said it cost less than they anticipated. 🎮 Consumers first became aware of the electronics item they purchased by seeing it in person at a store (57%), getting a recommendation from friends or family (22%), and seeing it on a retailer website (12%). Learn more: https://bit.ly/4avpb5B #Numerator #electronics #consumerbehavior #insights

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The Numerator Consumer Electronics Tracker provides quarterly insight into omnichannel consumer buying behavior in select electronics categories. Here’s what we learned in the latest update: 💻 Best Buy and Amazon dominate the consumer electronics market, accounting for 30% and 28% of overall sales in select consumer electronics categories in the past year, respectively. 📈 Amazon sees noteworthy spikes in market share around their summer and fall Prime Day events, resulting in share dips for all major competing retailers. 🎮 Most consumer electronics categories saw a slight decline in both household penetration and buy rate in the past year. Computer monitors & peripherals saw the most notable increase in household penetration this past year (+4%), while smartwatches & fitness trackers saw the greatest increase in buy rate (+10%). Learn more: https://bit.ly/4avpb5B #Numerator #electronics #consumerbehavior #insights

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The phrase, "Made in USA" is a powerful marketing tool that resonates deeply with consumers and can offer a significant competitive advantage to businesses. Our recent blog explains the strict standards governing its use: https://hubs.la/Q03xbxwb0

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Blending Seamless Payments with Franchise Growth at Main Squeeze Juice Co. As franchises scale, so do the complexities of managing secure, consistent, and efficient payment experiences across locations. That’s why Main Squeeze Juice Co. chose to partner with Bluefin for their integrated payment and security needs. With Bluefin’s PayConex™ platform, PCI-validated P2PE, and plug-and-play integrations, Main Squeeze has ensured a secure, streamlined payment process that protected customer data and simplified onboarding for franchisees. As Jessie Williams, Chief Operating Officer of Main Squeeze, shares, “Other vendors have very cumbersome requirements that would cost a fortune to build out on your own. Keep an eye on people that will sell you something that will not meet your needs.” Bluefin is honored to support Main Squeeze in powering their mission of making healthy living accessible and convenient – one juice at a time. Read the full case study ➡️ https://lnkd.in/e2hrTwc8 #PaymentProcessing #PaymentPlatform #PaymentSecurity #P2PE #Encryption #CustomerExperience

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📬 Fact: #Omnichannel campaigns that integrate #directmail + digital see 60% higher #ROI than digital alone. With lower competition & measurable impact, direct mail is making a powerful comeback in 2025. Read the guide: https://hubs.li/Q035rF1y0

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Channel loyalty programs serve as powerful tools to incentivize and reward partners for purchasing your products and engaging with your brand. However, the effectiveness of these programs relies on the clarity and framework of their rules. Click for 8 best practices when structuring rules in a channel loyalty program. https://bit.ly/4mfRSZk

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Modern POS | More Than Ka-Ching! 💳 Read now: https://hubs.li/Q03n98Q80 Today’s POS systems do way more than just process payments. Modern point-of-sale technology has evolved far beyond the cash register, now helping businesses manage everything from inventory and staffing to accounting and reporting. In our latest blog, we break down how today’s smart POS platforms work and what to consider when choosing one for your business. #POSsystems | #RetailTech | #PaymentSolutions

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At ECI, we’re seeing a clear trend: SMBs are turning to self-service automation to keep up with what today’s buyers want. As Chris Fisher, our VP of Global Ecommerce, points out, 73% of buyers now prefer handling things themselves rather than talking to a sales rep. That means businesses need to make it easy to find pricing, pay invoices, and manage orders—all without a phone call. Self-service isn’t just about customer convenience. It helps reduce support calls, cuts errors, speeds up payments, and frees teams to focus on more strategic work. Plus, with more buyers expecting mobile and digital wallet options, it’s becoming essential to offer flexible payment choices. Chris says it best: “This shift isn’t just about new tech—it’s a smart business move. SMBs that embrace self-service will win in today’s buyer-driven market.” Want to learn more about how automation can help your business grow? Check out the full article. ⬇️

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80% of businesses are utilizing text message marketing platforms to connect with their customers. As consumer prioritize brevity and digestibility, organizations need to be careful not to get left behind. Read our latest blog post, "Why Text Messaging for Business is Essential for Modern Communication," for more information on how to best leverage text messages as a communication tool. https://hubs.ly/Q038G7ZY0

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This month, we're recapping the top tools for attracting buyers—and introducing new features to help sellers better understand show performance, communicate more effectively, and turn browsers into loyal customers. 🛍️ Top 5 Features to Attract Buyers From coupons and flash sales to rewards and reduced shipping, these tools are helping sellers turn engagement into growth. Check out the blog post to learn more.  📊 Post-Show Metrics Because the impact of a live show doesn’t end when the stream does. Sellers can now see post-show performance data, giving them clear insight into what worked and where to optimize next time. 💬 A New Direct Messages Inbox Simplified, reliable communication between sellers and buyers—because real relationships drive repeat purchases. See how these updates are helping sellers run their businesses even better. https://lnkd.in/ecUDk78q

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The collections industry needed a tech-forward makeover, and Jeremy Crane delivered. His venture-backed platform Retrievables has transformed how businesses recover payments - managing $55M across 900+ companies without the drama of traditional debt collection. The marketplace connects businesses with specialized agencies and law firms instantly, creating efficiency for everyone involved. After relocating from NYC to Delray Beach, Jeremy joined Gold Coast Accelerator and became an active part of South Florida's fintech ecosystem. With just two full-time employees, Retrievables scales efficiently by earning fees only when recoveries succeed. The company serves clients nationwide and internationally, including 25 commercial lenders and some of the world's largest fintech companies. As Jeremy puts it: "We're helping companies stay in business by getting them the money they're owed." Read the full story of how this serial entrepreneur is reshaping an entire industry from South Florida: https://lnkd.in/d-3s9a4k #MiamiTech #RefreshMiami #Miami #FinTech #SouthFlorida #DelrayBeach #DebtCollection #B2BTech

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