Internet Retailer 2006
We just got back from Internet Retailer 2006 in Chicago and I highly recommend it for any internet retailer. It was a lot different than any show I have ever been to because it focused not only on marketing, but on inventory management, customer service, etc.One thing that I wish they talked about more is search engine marketing - I didn’t hear one speaker actually talk about search engine marketing which struck me as a bit odd since that is such a crucial component of internet retail.Cameron observed, and I agree, that the information at the show was great but it became obvious to us just how new this industry is. It really seems like there are no industry standards yet for things like measuring customer service, international merchandising, marketing strategy, etc. I am more excited about the direction of the industry now than I have ever been.I saw two Utah companies speak - Overstock.com and Backcountry.com. They both gave very good presentations. If you are considering a vertical niche strategy I highly recommend that you find a chance to hear John Bresee from Backcountry.com speak.As a side-note I fell in love with Chicago - it was a fun, exciting, clean city. We saw The Blue Man Group, went to a Whitesox game and ate a ton of good food - I’m already planning my next trip in my head.
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One of the things this show drove home to me was the importance of keeping our existing customers happy. Not only do we get rewarded through their continued business - but they’ll tell others about their experience with us which helps generate new business.
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