Online Retailers: Go Where the Customers Are (Report)
Most people prefer desktop or laptop computers for online shopping and use mobile devices for research or in-store assists.
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Ecommerce and social media are deeply intertwined parts of the digital economy. Still, there is a lot for social marketers to learn a lot from online shoppers by paying attention to changing consumer behaviors. A report from digital commerce consultancy SUMO Heavy examines how ecommerce is changing and offers insights for both advertisers and ecommerce providers.
According to the report, there are some misconceptions about device use, including the supposed death of desktop: 81 percent of the 1,029 respondents said they generally have great experiences on their laptops and desktops computers. On the other hand, 48 percent of survey respondents said their tablet shopping experience left much to be desired, and one out of five rated their mobile shopping experiences as highly unpleasant.
Despite the poor experiences, 28 percent of respondents said they preferred shopping from mobile devices, so it’s time for marketers to provide an optimized experience.
