Benchmark Bytes is a series that examines Localogy’s original data on SMB tech deployment. Based on its recent Small Business Trends report, each installment drills down on a data excerpt and draws out meaning for Localogy Insider readers.
The latest evidence of website-world momentum is Squarespace’s latest funding round. The website builder raised $300 million, bringing its valuation to a whopping $10 billion. We examine.
Foursquare is relaunching its Places Database, and introducing a new Places Enterprise API. The former is all about beefing up its core data sets and the latter addresses more complex enterprise data needs. We examine both.
The latest news that reinforces the no-code software trend is Airtable’s sizable Series E. It raised $270 million this week, bringing its post-money valuation to $5.77 billion. We examine.
Benchmark Bytes is a series that examines Localogy’s original data on SMB tech deployment. Based on its recent Small Business Trends report, each installment drills down on a data excerpt and draws out meaning for Localogy Insider readers.
A new experimental tweet format will be purpose-built for shopping, including links to product pages or Shopify stores. The layout include product name, merchant name, and pricing. We unpack the strategic implications.
The universe of Amazon third-party sellers — mostly SMBs — about five-million in number, one million of which have joined in the past year alone. Perhaps more notable, 73 percent buy Amazon. We examine.
Dropbox announced that it will acquire DocSend for $165 million. This is partly a sign of the times and partly a traditional expansion play to gain a more expansive suite and grow its addressable market.
Benchmark Bytes is a series that examines Localogy’s original data on SMB tech deployment. Based on its recent Small Business Trends report, each installment drills down on a data excerpt and draws out meaning for Localogy Insider readers.
Print and digital media publisher Gannett announced today that it has partnered with Snap Inc.. to distribute Snapchat ad products to SMBs. Snapchat is uniquely positioned to connect SMBs and Gen-Z, while Gannett has the last-mile sales reach.
Walmart has Amazon in its crosshairs. Its latest move came with the recent deal with BigCommerce to boost product libraries and become more of a one stop shopping destination.
Microsoft has officially entered the website-builder competitive fray. Last week, it announced a new suite of free tools designed for SMBs to get a website up and running quickly. We break down the strategic implications.
Benchmark Bytes is a series that examines Localogy’s original data on SMB tech deployment. Based on its recent Small Business Trends report, each installment drills down on a data excerpt and draws out meaning for Localogy Insider readers.
One notable trend we’re tracking is the consolidation of SMB Amazon sellers. There’s ample long-tail value so larger companies roll them up and apply common standards, marketing, and economies of scale.
The latest acquisition in the website world came earlier this month when Automattic bought Parse.ly. This will give Automattic more direct access to publishing data and e-commerce insights.
Benchmark Bytes is a series that examines Localogy’s original data on SMB tech deployment. Based on its recent Small Business Trends report, each installment drills down on a data excerpt and draws out meaning for Localogy Insider readers.
Amazon rarely does anything quietly, even when it wants to. But it managed to do so with last month’s under-the-radar acquisition of SMB eCommerce enabler Selz. We examine.
In the worlds of local search and navigation, 3D mapping has perpetually been on the horizon. This took a step forward this week with the launch of Realworld. We examine.
Mono Solutions today announced that Henrik Stampe will be appointed to the role of CEO, effective immediately. This follows the recent departure of CEO Louise
Clearlake Capital today announced the completion of its $3 billion acquisition of Endurance International. It will also partner with Siris Capital to form Newfold Digital, a rollup that combines the products of Endurance and Web.com.
