Photo-sharing platform Instagram has taken further strides into ecommerce with the launch of an in-app checkout tool. more»

66 years from now, all retail sales will be made online, according to a new study. Could 2082 be the year the high street sees its final shopper? more»

Ten years ago, garden centre employee Andy Baxter took a risk and brought the gardening industry online. Here's how he grew his business from the grassroots up. more»

Although UK consumers have become hooked on ecommerce – 87% bought at least one product online last year – a number of frustrations have begun to affect the shopping experience. more»

Self-described "sewing addict" and lover of 1950s vintage style, Alice Gallagher has been sewing since she was a child. While on maternity leave in 2014, Gallagher was inspired to take her passion to the next level. more»

The chancellor has tabled the idea of a so-called “Amazon tax” to level the playing field between online and high street retailers. more»

 With the summer still in full swing, it might seem premature to start thinking about Black Friday – but getting it right can take months of planning. more»

The high street is in chaos. Media is fragmenting at pace. Millennials are ambivalent about marketing. So what do we do now? more»

Although passwords remain a central part of online shopping, technology is enabling new ways for users to access personal accounts. Urs Gubser, head ecommerce strategy at SIX Payment Services, provides a reality check for ecommerce retailers. more»

From one-to-one support and guidance, to webinars and overseas trade missions – what could you get from the DIT to help you on your journey to going global? more»