The Wall St. Journal shares that prices are rising on many products and retailers are turning to software to help them cope.
Bridge helps more than 800 stores fight the downsides of inflation. Our Smart Products service allows brands to instantly raise prices for their products on a retailers' Bridge Store--thereby helping the retailer limit loses. In contrast, stores that do not use Bridge are much less likely to raise prices on time and therefore more likely to lose money on an order....
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We are pleased to announce that Golden Rabbit has joined Bridge and the Smart Products program.
Golden Rabbit is a leading manufacturer of enamelware dinnerware, kitchenware, and cookware. From oven to table to dishwasher, Golden Rabbit Enamelware is fully functional without forgetting the fun.
Golden Rabbit and its 678 products are ready for syncing.
Every sense elicits a visceral reaction. More than most, touch creates a sense of safety and warmth, lets us immediately know if we like something or not.
MacKenzie-Childs textiles are made by the best craftspeople in India, the heart of fabrics that you’ll love.
Stay tuned for the new collection launching on August 30th.
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After many years blowing private label glass for well-known brands, you can now feature IVV brand in your store. We are honored to be featured on Neiman Marcus' site and, other luxury and fashion home decor retailers are placing fall orders now - thank you! Contact Bill Follett for more information and a local sales representative - [email protected]
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I've watched brands use social media to do an end-run around retailers. A recent article from RetailDive substantiates this. Excerpt:
"75% of social media users said they increased their purchases from brands they follow... A 2021 study from NPD found that 51% of survey respondents said they bought items thanks to content in their Facebook and Instagram feeds."
Translation: 75% of shoppers bought more from brands directly--which is bad for retailers. The article ...
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I spotted this tequila advertisement today in New York City. The first thing that came to mind was not spring break, but rather a riff on the ad’s tagline. I thought, “ ‘Independent store’ does not mean selling alone.” Bridge helps more than 800 independent stores team up to share products and resources. We make running an online business easier. We give them a ‘shot’ at winning online. That’s something we can drink to.
One just needs this beaded placemat for a perfect backdrop in your summer entertainment. Woven and finished completely by hand, naturally. Available in more colors, set of 4`s.
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natural elegance, extraordinary durability
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Historically, a young tech company like ours would go out and get a seed investor, then build up to venture capital (VC) money, do a few rounds of that, and then go public—and then down the road, take some private equity money. In sum, at various points, we’d need to fill our tank with funds from different sources.
That’s changing. In today’s market, everyone wants to invest and be a part of the software-as-a-service (SaaS) revolution (our space!). Private ...
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This video shares how Bridge helped gift shop Sassafras in Mississippi. We helped Nancy, the owner, setup an online store and gift registry filled with 12k products in under 2 hours for free.
MEMBERSHIP SURGES 50% IN E-COMMERCE COMMUNITY Online Shopping Boom Drives Retail Industry to Team Up On Bridge
NEW YORK, NY, July 30, 2021 – Bridge, an e-commerce community, reported a record increase in membership as the pandemic continued to rattle the retail landscape. In the last 12 months, 275 retail stores joined Bridge, bringing the total membership to more than 826 stores—a 50% increase. ...
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In the field of astronomy, “nova” refers to a star that suddenly becomes thousands of times brighter and then gradually fades to its original intensity. In the realm of tableware, our ORGANIC PEARL Nova bowl shines brightly always.
Rimmed in sparkling metallic beads, enhanced by richly organic surfaces--and some featuring flirty curves-- Nova bowls embody good design ... with unmistakable Beatriz Ball flair. Equally at home with your casual dinnerware or dressed up for a party.&...
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Brand new for your Fall and late Summer wardrobe, check out the P.J. Salvage Cloudy Days collection at Cheeks. Reminiscent of the sky on a partly cloudy day, the pattern is white and shades of blue that PJS calls "Denim". Pictured are the henley top and the pant, but shorts, a tank, and a robe are also available. As is the norm for P.J. Salvage, the pieces are very soft, cozy, and comfy. Stop at either Cheeks to get yours!
Bridge welcomes Messermeister as the newest member of our Smart Products program.
Founded in 1981 by Bernd Dressler, Messermeister is a leading manufacturer of premium handcrafted chef's knives, kitchen cutlery, and cooking tools -- the go-to brand for everyone, from professional chefs to at-home cooks. Women-owned & California-based.
Messermeister and its 433 products are ready for syncing.
Glassworks and Cheeks offer some of the best deals of the year at the Shadyside Sidewalk Sale on Wednesday, July 28th to Sunday, August 1st.The event is to be held along Walnut St. during normal business hours.
Local businesses will participate and retailers will offer sales of up to 70% off! Savvy shoppers have flocked to the sale for more than 30 years. FREE 2 hour parking on residential streets just off of ...
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Vietri, a premium designer of Italian home goods and a member of Bridge, was featured in ‘Garden & Gun’ magazine. Using our service, Vietri syncs 1,000+ products with its retailers’ online stores in real-time.
In an advertisement the designer ran in the issue, we were happy to see that forty-seven percent of the indie stores it highlighted use Bridge. Of the 30 stores listed, 14 use Bridge Store to more easily sell Vietri.
Hurray for Grandma’s China! They are hot and selling briskly once again.
“There was a long time when no one wanted to inherit Grandma’s prized wedding china, so valued she only busted them out for special occasions. Potential heirs dreaded the bequest thinking them fussy.” said Rebecca Malinsky of the Wall Street Journal. We agree with her.
But some new thinking has arrived recently, as people, especially young ones, are taking another look.
And they are thinking ...
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