Despite concerns voiced for the local consumer electronics market by some industry heavy-hitters; DealsDirect is powering ahead announcing the acquisition of surplus electronics marketplace, Extrastock.

Pinterest rises up the social media chain, gaining a strong following of females and fashionistas and creating a commercially viable channel for retailers.

Mediocrity in retail is dead. Engaging content, careful curation and understanding consumer needs is a must in the crowded marketplace. Enter ModCloth - breaking traditional rules for retail success.

Borders are no longer barriers for international retail players flooding our shores. The question is, will local retailers take advantage of this trend and also explore the 'modern silk road'?

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This snapshot of stats and facts by ZenDesk and Column Five, illustrates why customer service online is crucial to the e-commerce experience.

Electronics retailer Kogan is apparently enjoying a retail high, announcing it expects in excess of $100M in revenue and over 500% growth this financial year.

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With all of the debate about 'try on' fees, online retailer Sneaking Duck combats the controversy by launching its free 'try at home before you buy' service.

Customer service king Zappos demonstrates how retailers need to communicate with customers during an online security breach in order to retain loyalty and trust.

There seems to be no signs of consumer interest in daily deals slowing, with the launch of Woolworths' Door Buster site met with an overwhelming response.

In the wake of the government's dismissal over lowering the GST-threshold, Gerry Harvey announces his 2012 focus will be on the asian retail market, as well as launching more offshore websites to avoid GST.