College labor market hits bottom Nov 18, 2009
Sectors that could prove hot are e-commerce, agriculture production and food processing, environmental sciences, information systems, manufacturing, nonprofits, statistics, nursing, social work, multimedia and Web design. Also post this comment to. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Business)
Internet Scam or Post-Sale Bargain? Nov 18, 2009
Experts say the practice by familiar online retailers of automatically passing consumers' credit or debit card information to a third-party marketing firm is a relatively new and growing business practice in e-commerce. They say it often leads customers unwittingly down the path of buying something they don't want -- or even know they're getting. (ABC News)
Kisses & disses: Disses for taking the red berries! Nov 18, 2009
Kisses s: Disses for taking the red berries (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Dial L for lingerie Nov 18, 2009
US e-commerce sales are continuing to take market share from stores, reaching US$221 billion in 2008. (For perspective , total 2008 retail sales from all formats in Australia was A$224 billion. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Dancing with the Stars season nine finalists: Mya, Donny and … really? Nov 18, 2009
Dancing with the Stars season nine finalists: Mya, Donny and really (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Market Street, Woodbury Avenue name change debated Nov 18, 2009
It's taken us years and tens of thousands of dollars to get listed on all the directories. It would take us years and tens of thousands of dollars to get unlisted and listed with a new address. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Brown Shoe announces management changes Nov 18, 2009
com and other branded e-commerce sites, and will spearhead the creation of the company s digital and social media work. Also on Tuesday, Brown Shoe, which is based in St. Louis and led by Chairman and Chief Executive Ron Fromm, reported preliminary third-quarter results, including sales of $625. (St. Louis Business Journal, MO)
Senators blast sites for scamming shoppers Nov 18, 2009
The committee began its investigation in May into the use of aggressive sales tactics on the Internet, and in its report said more than 450 e-commerce companies have partnered with the three firms in the past 10 years. 2009 The Associated Press. (MSNBC -- Technology)
Retailers Use Free Shipping To Lure Holiday Shoppers Nov 17, 2009
org, the e-commerce division of the National Retail Federation ... "Free shipping is critical," says Harris Beber, David's vice president of e-commerce. (ABC News -- Business)
Business people (4) Nov 17, 2009
is a packaging and fulfillment supplier to premium/promotional, mail order and e-commerce companies in North America. From its facility at 1498 E. Empire Ave. in Benton Township, ground shipping can reach 73 percent of the population in the United States within three days, Smith said. (St. Joseph Herald-Pallidium, MI)
Leaning Toward Linux: What SMBs Need To Know Nov 17, 2009
Small Business Essentials Be it wired or wireless, building a network can take your small business to new heights in Internet communications, real-time collaboration, webhosting and e-commerce or simply be setup to connect a series of workstations with a shared printer. Learn how to leverage today's networking technologies at your small business. (SmallBusinessComputing)
PayPal overshadowing eBay's auction business Nov 17, 2009
And every state and country has its own rules for e-commerce ... John Donahoe, eBay's chief executive officer, has said he expects PayPal to surpass the marketplaces' business in revenue simply because PayPal targets all of e-commerce, while eBay is one of many online sales sites. (Courier-Journal -- Business)
Defenders call Tom Petters 'dynamic,' but disorganized Nov 17, 2009
Hagan served on an advisory board for Petters RedTag e-commerce business. He described Petters as dynamic and motivational, with a strong handle on the business. (Twin Cities Business Journal, MN)
Richland farmers' market goes online Nov 16, 2009
The fee helps offset the hosting, e-commerce, photos, credit card processing, fraud protection the costs involved, he said. Since the Web site went live the Smarts have seen traffic from every state in the United States and from various countries around the world. (Longview Daily News, WA)
* Consumer demand for e-supermarkets booms in bad times Nov 16, 2009
The financial and economic crisis appears to be giving a e-commerce a boost as consumers search for ways to reduce expenditures by purchasing items online, the OECD said ... The online auction and retail Web site of the countrys leading e-commerce company, Alibaba Group(^, reported a 131 percent rise in transaction volume in February compared with a year earlier. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Internet supermarket booms in bad times Nov 16, 2009
"The financial and economic crisis appears to be giving a e-commerce a boost as consumers search for ways to reduce expenditures by purchasing items online," the OECD said, adding: "The savings can be substantial." ... The online auction and retail website of the country's leading e-commerce company, Alibaba Group, reported a 131 percent rise in transaction volume in February compared with a year earlier ... But the OECD warned that the future of e-commerce is not entirely secure, maintaining... (Yahoo! Asia News)
New way to try outfits Nov 16, 2009
Sucharita Mulpuru, an e-commerce retail analyst for Forrester Research said it's a novel approach that builds on previous efforts that involved outfitting avatars or online models. But she wonders how much of an impact it will have on consumer buying habits considering its limitations. (San Francisco Chronicle -- Technology)
Retailers hopeful for the holidays Nov 15, 2009
We had customers who didn't have power for days and couldn't cook for their children. It was the worst possible condition for a holiday season. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Families First celebrating 25 years Nov 15, 2009
They did a terrific job designing my e-commerce website. The tools they have packed into their shopping cart. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Flu fears: Many people have questions, want shots Nov 15, 2009
" Portsmouth Hospital has been "overwhelmed" with calls, e-mails and hits to its Web site.Why? Look no further than the sick beds of area homes. Swine flu is causing the worst flu season in the United States since 1997, when current measurements started, according to the U.S. Centers for Disease Control and Prevention. That is coupled with uncertainty over supplies of seasonal and swine flu vaccine and concerns that doctors are not testing most sick patients but instead telling them not to come... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Antiques experts The Keno Brothers head to The Music Hall Nov 15, 2009
and we are antique dealers. "Today Leigh is director of American Furniture for Sotheby's. Leslie, worked for Christie's, went on to become a New York City antique dealer and recently launched Keno Auctions. The pair appears on PBS' "Antiques Roadshow" hosted "Collect This. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
How to Decide if Selling on Etsy is... Nov 14, 2009
Etsy is a E-Commerce Website for Selling and Buying Handmade Items. While eBay used to be the main marketplace for sellers looking to distribute their items without setting up their own e-commerce site, much of their handmade and craft market has moved to ... Serious entrepreneurs should also diversify their web presence - an Etsy shop is much more likely to produce real profit when it is part of a system that includes other e-commerce sites and a website run directly by the seller. (Suite101.com)
Clock Winding Down On Patent Scams? Nov 14, 2009
(CBS) This column was written by Evan Schuman, the editor of , a site that tracks retail technology, e-commerce and security issues ... Because the case deals with whether patents should be granted for methods, it tests whether software programs, including those used by E-Commerce sites for features such as online shopping carts, can be patentable ... "It is apparent that business method patents asserted against Internet retailers are not being used to promote the progress of science and useful... (CBS News)
CafePress Launches Online T-Shirt and Gift Shop with Smithsonian Merchandise From Vast Art and Photo Collections Now Available Nov 13, 2009
Launched in 1999, CafePress has empowered individuals, Non Profits and businesses to create, buy and sell customized merchandise online using the company's unique print-on-demand and e-commerce services. Today, CafePress is a growing network of over 6. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
North American Charity Stimulates Economic Growth in Guatemala Online Enabled by Shopster e-Commerce - Social Networking for Products Nov 13, 2009
CALGARY, Nov. 13 /CNW/ - In the chaos of a 37-year civil war, traditional weaving for women of the Maya culture had become a lost art. Shopster provides the building blocks we need to get online. (Canada Newswire)
From Kitchen to Cubicle Nov 13, 2009
After a decade of running his own e-commerce business, Brian Leleux from Lafayette, La. realized it was time to do the unthinkable. (ABC News -- Business)
Waldenbooks could exit San Antonio market Nov 13, 2009
-based Borders Group (NYSE: BGP) owns the Waldenbooks and Borders bookstore chains and manages the e-commerce site borders. com. (San Antonio Business Journal, TX)
Home Shopping Drives HSN Inc. Nov 13, 2009
HSN.com's net sales grew 7% over the prior year and sales from e-commerce represented 29. 8% of HSN's total net sales, up from 27. (Multichannel News)
UNH's Maroney triumphs on, off field Nov 11, 2009
Wednesday November 11, 2009. Defensive end Kyle Maroney has overcome an intestinal ailment to lead the Wildcats in sacks. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Boo! 'Dancing with the Stars' dumps fragile snowflake resting on a lily Nov 11, 2009
"Kenny, interrupting: "If tears come out, it's crying. Len: "Yeah but he's an emotional guy! He's 21 years old.". (Seacoast New Hampshire)
TM: AAG ready to be activated Nov 11, 2009
With an initial equipped capacity of 500 gigabits per second, the submarine cable network is upgradeable using field tested Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing technology, which enables it to provide upgradeable future transmission facilities that support Internet and e-commerce traffic. Bernama. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment Launches FoxPop, Powered by Spot411, with Blu-ray Disc & DVD Release of Night at the Museum: Battle of the Smithsonian, 500 Days of Summer and Jennifer's Body Nov 11, 2009
Each year TCFHE introduces hundreds of new and newly enhanced products, which it services to retail outlets -- from mass merchants and warehouse clubs to specialty stores and e-commerce -- throughout the world. Twentieth Century Fox Home Entertainment LLC is a subsidiary of Twentieth Century Fox Film Corporation, a News Corporation company. (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Local Businesses Nov 11, 2009
Service Area: National Business Type: E-Commerce Retail - Personalized Gifts. . (The Palm Beach Post)
* Business Briefs Nov 11, 2009
In addition to the BIA, other topics of great concern to Taiwan include cooperation on green energy research, e-commerce and environmental protection, the official said. Topics that the US wants to tackle include the pricing formula for medications, relaxing restrictions on imports of US agricultural products, Taiwans rice import quota and on-campus protection of intellectual property rights, the official said. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
Netflix Imitators Are Everywhere Nov 11, 2009
While Netflix and Wal-Mart are currently battling for customers in the mainstream DVD business, and Blockbuster is planning to offer a similar rent-by-mail service, dozens of upstart companies are handling media that Netflix doesn't touch: books, games and that old e-commerce standby, pornography. Google's video-game rental directory lists nearly a dozen competitors to GameFly. (Yahoo News -- Electronic Commerce)
Documentary on Maine troop greeters to air on PBS Nov 11, 2009
"The greeters get plenty of practice: Planes carrying troops make regular stops in Bangor to meet customs obligations, refuel and change crews for continuing flights.On Tuesday, Knight and Mundy were among 30 greeters who let out a whoop and clapped as 298 soldiers from the 3rd Heavy Brigade Combat Team, 1st Calvary Division, arrived for a refueling layover before the final leg of their flight home to Fort Hood, Texas.The men and women in camouflage smiled and shook hands as they ran a gauntlet... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
York American Legion sues contractor in dispute over new facility Nov 11, 2009
"No court date has been scheduled in the lawsuit.Saksen, of Drummond & Drummond LLP in Portland, did not return phone calls for comment.The Ramsdell Rogers Function Facility opened on Hannaford Drive in December 2008. It has a garden area, gazebo, 250-seat function room, a 94-seat lounge and 126 parking places.Neither Byther nor Powers could be reached for comment. Phone numbers for Innovative Development and Byther were not in service. On Sept. 23, the court found Byther to be in default, as he... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
NH committee votes against assisted suicide bill Nov 11, 2009
"Elliott, R-Merrimack, said both sides were opposed for slightly different reasons.Rep. Lucy Weber, who made the motion to reject the bill, said she supports legalizing assisted suicide but the bill did not take into account an existing state law against aiding someone to commit suicide."There are no death squads in this bill. There are no lethal injections in this bill. (Seacoast New Hampshire)
Liberty Media revenue flat in Q3 Nov 10, 2009
The Douglas County-based media and e-commerce company (NASDAQ: LCAPA, LINTA, LMDIA) reported $2. 3 billion revenue from its biggest subsidiaries and divisions in the third quarter, which ended Sept. 30. (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Live Nation Reports Strong Third Quarter 2009 Results Nov 10, 2009
"The launch of our new e-commerce ticketing site has allowed us to start vertically integrating into a high-growth sector and improve our core business of selling more tickets directly to fans," Rapino continued ... Such forward-looking statements include, but are not limited to, statements regarding the potential health and growth of Live Nation's business, including its prospects for delivering increased annual cash flows, reducing its long-term debt and strengthening its balance sheet; the... (Yahoo! Wire -- Entertainment News)
Submarine cable connecting M'sia and SEA to US ready Nov 10, 2009
With an initial equipped capacity of 500 Gigabits per second, the submarine cable network is upgradeable using field tested Dense Wavelength Division Multiplexing (DWDM) technology, which enables it to provide upgradeable future transmission facilities that support internet and e-commerce traffic. The cable network complements existing cable systems such as the Asia Pacific Cable Network 2 (APCN 2) and Japan-US Cable Network currently connecting to North America via North Asia. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
Can Tech Startups Discover the Next Springsteen? Nov 10, 2009
It has partnered with popular e-commerce stores such as iTunes, Amazon, and eMusic, among others, to sell songs uploaded to uPlaya at no extra costs to artists. It's also partnered with London-based Sync Agency, an outfit that specializes in licensing, to bring uPlaya songs to TV and movies. (BusinessWeek)
Fujitsu Launches SaaS-based E-Commerce Service Nov 10, 2009
Tokyo, Nov 10, 2009 - (JCN Newswire) - Fujitsu Limited and Fujitsu System Solutions Limited today announced the launch of the SaaS edition of "WebSERVE smart e-COMMERCE," which provides customers with an online ordering environment. The new service is now available in Japan. (JCN Network, Japan)
Privacy Tips Nov 10, 2009
Most e-commerce sites present you with a summary of your transaction before you click a send or buy button. Print this out or save it as a file to refer to later if necessary. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Why Media Firms Should Ignore "Free" Nov 10, 2009
Wal-Mart - the country's biggest retailer - wants take the lead in the e-commerce business. To achieve that goal, it needs to take on Amazon, which is the top e-retailer in the U.S. Hence its choice of weapon: cultural goods associated with the Amazon brand. (CBS News)
Electronic Privacy Information Center: Privacy Nov 10, 2009
Information on the 2002 Spanish law on e-commerce. Many resources and articles are available in Spanish. (Yahoo News -- Online Privacy)
Stocks Dismiss Jobs Report Nov 9, 2009
Bernstein upgraded the e-commerce giant to outperform from market perform and raised its price target to 160 from 125 ... Food distributors, vehicle equipment makers and e-commerce firms were some of the day's top performers. (Investors Business Daily)
Supreme Court to decide: What kind of innovations get a patent? Nov 9, 2009
According to the brief, Internet retailers like L.L. Bean have become frequent targets of patent-infringement lawsuits by companies claiming control over some element of e-commerce. "Virtually all Internet retailers agree to settle these types of cases ... not because the allegations of the plaintiff have merit, but because the cost of settlement, although high, is less than the even higher cost of defense," writes Peter Brann in his brief on behalf of L.L. Bean and other Internet retailers. (Christian Science Monitor -- World)
Airport Check-in: Strange sight in Canada; Detroit plan pursued Nov 9, 2009
The project envisions drawing aviation-related and time-sensitive businesses such as e-commerce warehouses, logistics industries and farm product distributors. The "Aerotropolis" is a concept that proposes using airports as the central element of urban development, much the way cities once formed near rivers and highways, the airport says. (USA Today -- Money)
* Business Quick Take Nov 8, 2009
INTERNET eBay, Skype settle suit E-commerce giant eBay has settled its long-running legal feud with the founders of Skype, clearing the way for a US$2 billion sale of the Internet telephony pioneer, the company said on Friday. Under the terms of the settlement, Skype founders Niklas Zennstrom and Janus Friis will get a 14 percent stake in the consortium buying Sykpe from eBay in return for an undisclosed cash investment and the withdrawal of their lawsuits. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- Sports)
$1 Billion: Scripps's Cost To Travel Nov 8, 2009
In addition to growing Travel's affiliate and advertising revenue, he also sees opportunities in licensing, e-commerce and brand extensions for its content and on-air personalities. There is a great deal of enthusiasm at all levels of our organization for this milestone transaction, Lowe said. (Multichannel News)
* Lee Kai-fu predicts happy future for Web teamwork Nov 7, 2009
Innovation Works represents a venture fund that provides coaching for early stage startups in cloud computing, mobile computing and e-commerce ... Gou said he had known Lee for 18 years and was willing to invest in Lees fund because of high expectations for future development of e-commerce business. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World)
How are you faring in this worsening job market? Nov 7, 2009
And it s not like I have been sitting on my rear this whole time; I ve been doing independent contractor work for some e-commerce sites and doing volunteer work for causes that I believe in. I ll keep doing the e-commerce jobs, but they only pay about $2 an hour. (Atlanta Journal-Constitution -- Business)
eBay settles Skype software suit Nov 7, 2009
SAN FRANCISCO: E-commerce giant eBay has settled its long-running legal feud with the founders of Skype, clearing the way for a $2-billion sale of the internet telephony pioneer, the company announced on Friday ... "We 00004000 look forward to closing the deal and focusing on growing our core e-commerce and payments businesses." ... E-commerce giant eBay has settled its long-running legal feud with the founders of Skype, clearing the way for a $2-billion sale of the internet telephony pioneer,... (India Times)
Skype Legal Settlement Clears Path for Expansion Nov 7, 2009
The settlement ends a handful of lawsuits that were standing in the way of an acquisition that when announced on Sept. 1 was viewed as a fresh start for the widely used Skype and a way for eBay to sharpen its focus on core e-commerce businesses. EBay, Investor Stakes Shrink. (BusinessWeek)
Will E-Commerce Catch The Flu? Nov 7, 2009
Will E-Commerce Catch The Flu ... Will E-Commerce Catch The Flu ... (CBS) This column was written by Evan Schuman, the editor of , a site that tracks retail technology, e-commerceand security issues. (CBS News -- Opinion)
1 dead, 5 hurt in Orlando office shooting Nov 7, 2009
"Demings said Rodriguez brought a handgun to the firm in a downtown office tower where he once worked as an engineer, but investigators are not sure what his motive was."This is a tragedy, no doubt about it, especially on the heels of the tragedy in Fort Hood that is on our minds," Demings said. "I'm just glad we don't have any more fatalities or any more injuries than we currently have. "Charles W. Price, an attorney who represented Rodriguez in a bankruptcy case, declined to comment.Camille... (Seacoast New Hampshire)
SMEs urged to expand into non-traditional markets Nov 7, 2009
More software being developed locally will also reduce the cost of acquiring new technology, he says, adding that more efficient technologies such as broadband Internet services will also help in pushing e-commerce activities and reduce operational costs. Chua points out that human resources is another problem that the industry is grappling with. (The Star Online, Malaysia -- Business)
* Google introduces faster shopping search service Nov 6, 2009
The company is taking its search know-how and tailoring it to e-commerce, which entails sorting through cataloged products, Mangtani said. The new service will start at US$50,000 annually, which includes customer support. (Taipei Times, Taiwan -- World Business)
Online spending falls to $29.6B Nov 6, 2009
"The third quarter showed negative marginal growth for the second consecutive quarter, the first time on record we ve witnessed sustained dips in U.S. e-commerce spending, small though the declines may be," said comScore chairman Gian Fulgoni. "With retailers gearing up for the online holiday shopping bonanza, and a fourth quarter that will include easier comparisons against year ago, we are hopeful that this Christmas season will be merrier than the last.". (Denver Business Journal, CO)
Google launches Commerce Search for businesses Nov 6, 2009
on Thursday announced a new hosted enterprise search product, Google Commerce Search, to power online retail stores and e-commerce Web sites. Mountain View, Calif. (New Mexico Business Weekly, NM)
How to Manage and Find Files in Windows 7 Nov 6, 2009
Small Business Essentials Be it wired or wireless, building a network can take your small business to new heights in Internet communications, real-time collaboration, webhosting and e-commerce or simply be setup to connect a series of workstations with a shared printer. Learn how to leverage today's networking technologies at your small business. (SmallBusinessComputing)
Set your sales to navigate Christmas fury Nov 6, 2009
Unless the e-commerce landscape changes dramatically in Australia, retailers will continue to rely on sales generated by punters walking through their stores. The Australian Retailers Association is quietly optimistic about this season. (Sydney Morning Herald -- Business)
Chinese Demand Drives Growth For Water Equipment Makers Nov 6, 2009
EBay Wednesday reported third-quarter results that edged views, but its fourth-quarter profit outlook lagged, profit margin tumbled and core e-commerce business slipped. Investors wanted more after signs of improvement in some online businesses. (Investors Business Daily)
Sybase set to ride mainland 3G wave Nov 6, 2009
"We think that the potential of mobile commerce will be much larger than e-commerce," Chen said. China's mobile middleware and mobile database markets are relatively small, but their growth would be driven by the development of the country's mobile industry, said Liu Fei, analyst with research firm IDC.. (Xinhuanet, China)
