Scott Silverman Retailers Quotations

One of the biggest changes we're seeing is more and more consumers are accessing the Internet from high-speed connections. Retailers are able to have richer and more robust features on the Web site.

Retailers cited several positive external factors contributing to the increased sales this year. The top three reasons were decreased gas prices, increased acceptance or comfort with online shopping, and the press coverage about online shopping. We are experiencing a general momentum right now.

Retailers understand that, in a multi-channel environment, each channel has unique strengths and benefits, ... We are beginning to see retailers crack the code of maximizing each channel so that the whole is greater than the sum of its parts.

This year, online retailers will be capitalizing on the increased traffic by offering special promotions and discounts.

After a strong Cyber Monday, online retailers haven't looked back. Aggressive marketing and promotions, combined with enhanced customer service and product availability have kept the momentum going.

On Cyber Monday, consumers set their sights on surfing for holiday gifts and shopping online, ... This year, online retailers will be capitalizing on the increased traffic by offering special promotions and discounts.

This week, consumers can expect to be hearing from retailers reminding them of all the strong promotions they are offering.