Question #12 How many Internet users are purchasing online? 55% (77% browsed/shopped) Vs. 51% and (75%) last year
Question #13 What is the main advantage of being a pure-play e-tailer? Focused and nimble What is the main advantage of being a multichannel e-tailer? Brand name Synergies
What has Amazon done right? Amazon simplifies shopping Equity built with consumers is saving Amazon with investors Selection, competitive prices Ease of navigating site/convenience Delivery speed and options Partnerships
Multi-Channel Integration Watch video tape What are the 3 formats discussed? What are the 3 models of multi-channel integration? 2 emerging models? What are the 2 ways multi-channel retailers are structured? List of group members – IC #6
Achieving Integration Creating consumer value Leveraging the multi-channel business model Developing new revenue streams Channel synchronization
Consumer Value Proposition Risk Reduction StoresCatalogInternet GratificationObjectivity/ credibility Information TrialPrice Pers. Service
Consumer Value Proposition Shopping Ease StoresCatalogInternet Payment options PortabilityAccessibility ImpulseLongevitySelection Intentional Browsing AccessibilityConvenience
Consumer Value Proposition Shopping Experience StoresCatalogInternet EntertainmentIdeasPersonalization Social Interaction UniquenessImmediacy Community
Leveraging the Multi-Channel Business Model Leverage existing assets Overcome channel-specific limitations Gain insight into cross-channel shopping behavior
Leveraging Existing Assets Brand name recognition
Leveraging Existing Assets Brand name recognition Advertising Customers Physical assets Supply chain capabilities Service capabilities
Overcoming Channel Specific Limitations Stores Space constraints Inconsistent execution
Overcoming Channel Specific Limitations Catalogs High cost
Overcoming Channel Specific Limitations Catalogs High cost Static
Overcoming Channel Specific Limitations Internet Lack of visibility Amazon, wine.com, cooking.com, Mycashmere, Gold Violin launched catalogs
Overcoming Channel Specific Limitations Internet Lack of credibility
Gaining Consumer Insight Capture true demand
Gaining Consumer Insight Capture true demand Cross-channel visibility Customer feedback
Building the Brand
New Revenue Streams Intensification Current market/existing customers Avon, Tupperware, Walgreens Extension Current market/new customers Eddie Bauer, Sharper Image, Lands’ End – online are new Victoria’sSecret – men on line
New Revenue Streams Extension Current market/new customers Eddie Bauer, Sharper Image, Lands’ End
New Revenue Streams Expansion Current market/new geographic markets REI-Japan Diversification New products, services, solutions Eddie Bauer – Children’s Gap - Maternity
Channel Synchronization Extension of a common brand Most valuable asset Associated with lifestyle and customer rather than retail format, channel, geography, etc.
Channel Synchronization Merchandise consistency Limited or focused discrepancy across channels
Channel Synchronization Pricing Use of flexibility
Channel Synchronization Pricing Use of flexibility
Channel Synchronization Cross Promotion In-store catalog desk/web kiosk Pick up catalog in store Order catalog on line Retail store locators online/catalogs Advertising circular available online In-store signage promoting web site and catalog
Channel Synchronization Fulfillment In-store pickup of online goods Inhouse vs outsourcing East of returns Customer Relationship Management Leverage at all customer touch points Data management technology