Expects are predicting online shopping will go up this year. As companies gear up for this year's holiday season, technology is leading the pack. Online pre-orders have been selling out for some top tech gadgets this September.
Two of the most anticipated technology products have been the iPhone 5 and the Nintendo Wii. YahooNews recently reported Nintendo's joined the likes of Apple this month, selling out of their online pre-orders. Target, Best Buy, Toys R Us, Sears, and KMart were among the list of major retailers that have ended all pre-orders. Nintendo released their announcement last week, and customers are set to receive their new Wii's on November 18th, right before Thanksgiving arrives. The console will also be available in physical stores that day as well.
The Apple iPhone 5 was reported to have sold out of 2 million units for pre-order in the first 24 hours of their release date. With the demand for the new phone still at a strong pace, Apple has now had to inform some customers they would not receive their iPhone 5 for another 3-4 weeks. With the powerful effects of just one technology advancement such as the iPhone, shopping is being revolutionized before our very eyes. The use of the new iPhone 5 to make purchases via online for the coming holiday season this year is sure to follow.
The online orders prove that e-commerce is becoming an even stronger vehicle for shopping then ever before. With the use of technology, such as the iPhone 5, selling and shopping is very convenient. The only piece of the puzzle left to complete the success of online shopping is how fast can a customer receive their product. Same-day delivery is what online giants like Amazon and eBay are after, because they realize technology is changing the way we do business.
It is understood that this year is huge for online business. It is predicted via Internet Retailer that online sales will increase by 17% this year. Online sales, however, will only as good as your delivery system. Demand is high, but only the company that can keep up with it will ultimately win.
Courier services such as A-1 Express are able to assist companies deliver their products they sell online. This nationwide courier knows what is takes to provide same-day delivery successfully on a consistent basis. With over 1,500 clients and growing, A-1 Express continues to prove itself as a courier that is on pace with modern technology and the same-day delivery demand of e-commerce. A courier can be a strategic partner to take advantage of the anticipated growth and opportunity for the remainder of the year.
References: YahooNews, 9.21.12, CNBC-Nintendo's Wii U Already Selling Out Online