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Thursday, October 17, 2019

Ready or Not, Here Comes the 2019 Holiday Shopping Season

Consumers are split in their attitudes about holiday shopping. According to the 2019 Holiday Purchase Intentions Survey from The NPD Group, most consumers are looking forward to this holiday season, and see the holidays as a break from everything happening in the world – half even say going out shopping puts them in the holiday spirit. But almost half of consumers that said they would rather plan an outing with family or friends than exchange gifts – more than last year. More consumers also said they think preparing for the holidays may not be worth all of the work entailed.

"There is more of a divide in consumer sentiment heading into this holiday season than we have seen in years," said Marshal Cohen, chief industry advisor, The NPD Group. "There are fewer consumers planning on doing what they did last year, which means retail needs to be prepared to think differently as well."

Consumers plan to spend an average of $740 during the 2019 Holiday shopping season, which is a 7% increase over their anticipated holiday spending last year. However, planned spending is more polarized than it was a year ago, with increases in consumers who plan to spend more than last year, as well as those who plan to spend less.

When, Where, and How

Spending Influencers

Planned Purchases

Methodology
The Holiday Purchase Intentions Survey is designed to understand consumers' shopping and spending intentions for the upcoming holiday season. An online survey was fielded to members of The NPD Group's online consumer panel in September 2019. The survey was fielded to a U.S. representative sample. The results of 3,485 completed surveys are presented in this report. Read this here.

About The NPD Group
NPD offers data, industry expertise, and prescriptive analytics to help our clients grow their businesses in a changing world. Over 2000 companies worldwide rely on us to help them measure, predict, and improve performance across all channels, including brick-and-mortar and e-commerce. We have offices in 27 cities worldwide, with operations spanning the Americas, Europe, and APAC. Practice areas include apparel, appliances, automotive, beauty, books, B2B technology, consumer technology, e-commerce, fashion accessories, food consumption, foodservice, footwear, home, juvenile products, media entertainment, mobile, office supplies, retail, sports, toys, travel retail, games, and watches / jewelry. For more information, visit npd.com. Follow us on Twitter: @npdgroup.

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‘The Camera Pack: Peter McKinnon X NOMATIC’ Surpasses Half-Million Mark in less than 24 Hours on Kickstarter

Travelers, Photographers and Adventurists have quickly embraced 'The Camera Pack: Peter McKinnon X NOMATIC'. Since launching on October 15, it has raised over $700,000 and counting - with more than 2,000 backers on Kickstarter.

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NOMATIC teamed with YouTube photographer/videographer sensation Peter McKinnon to create the ultimate camera pack with customizable organization and easy access pockets. Click here.

McKinnon, a YouTube star who creates content about photography and cinematography for nearly four million YouTube subscribers with 269 million views, was already a big fan of the NOMATIC line of travel bags when he partnered with NOMATIC to design a functional camera pack.

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"We're excited to reach this level of support so early in our campaign, which shows there's a real need for a functional camera bag like this," said NOMATIC co-founder Jon Richards. "In addition to all the best features necessary for a photographer, Peter wanted us to design a full travel system – and that's what 'The Camera Pack: Peter McKinnon X NOMATIC' is."

First and foremost, the team focused on organization – creating thoughtful compartmentalization with endlessly customizable folding dividers. The NOMATIC Camera Pack is made for a pro or a hobbyist with a separate clothing compartment to optimize packing – including a seven-liter expansion when more space is needed.

"It can be hard to find the perfect camera bag, especially when you want a bag that can serve as both a camera bag and a travel bag at the same time," McKinnon said. "This bag is designed to have all the pockets and compartments you need with customizable storage to hold your gear and your clothes too." More info here.

The NOMATIC Camera Pack is a carry-on size, includes quick camera access or a full wide opening and has an external laptop pocket for a 15-inch laptop and several easy access pockets.

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McKinnon and the NOMATIC team also focused on comfort, designing the camera pack with a full internal suspension system to lighten the load, and multiple external adjustment and support straps. Read all the related news.

The Camera Pack is filled with the tech features customers have come to expect from NOMATIC. It offers full main access, quick side access and the ability to expand from 35 liters/2,100 cubic inches to 42 liters/2,600 cubic inches – with pockets for a tripod/bottle, laptop, tablet and other small items.

Other features include:

It also comes with a cube pack made with durable materials that fits perfectly in the camera bag, which can be used to store a camera or drone – and can be transitioned into a small backpack.
There's also an accessory case; a protective Eva foam formed case with customizable dividers inside; a card case that holds up to six SD cards and four C fast cards with a zipper pocket; and a lens filter case, designed to hold up to six filters.

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"When traveling to a destination that I was going to be in for only a few days, I had to bring my backpack with all my camera gear and a rolling bag, but I had always wanted to make that trip with a single bag," McKinnon said. "Now, with NOMATIC, I can…and so can other photographers, whether they are professionals and hobbyists. NOMATIC is well-known for designing the most functional products for travel and everyday carry, and they're continuing in that tradition by creating the perfect camera bag."

For more information, or to purchase The Camera Pack: Peter McKinnon X NOMATIC while it's available at an early-bird discount during crowdfunding, visit the NOMATIC Camera Bag Campaign Page on Kickstarter.

About NOMATIC
NOMATIC began in 2014 when two cousins, Jon Richards and Jacob Durham, designed a wallet and launched it on Kickstarter. They expected to get about 50 orders, but over 6,000 people backed their campaign, investing $171,000. Since then, Richards and Durham have raised nearly $10 million through eight crowdfunding campaigns, as NOMATIC continues to design the most functional products on the market for travel and everyday carry. Everything NOMATIC creates, from Travel Packs to Planners, is designed to inspire confidence for "Life On The Move" to enable people to work hard, do more and never stop moving. For more information visit http://www.nomatic.com.

Lead411 Offers Email/SMS Automation Engagement with Reach

Lead411, the most accurate comprehensive data solution, now offers Email and SMS messaging directly from the Lead411 platform with the newest feature Reach. Customers can use Reach to set up Email and or SMS cadences so engaging potential prospects is a simple and more intuitive process. No need to export prospects to a .csv file or a third party email platform. Reach is a time saving feature that combines the high quality of Lead411 data with the outreach aspects of an email/SMS cadence tool to simplify the entire outreach process.

With Reach customers can:
Setup automated email and or SMS message cadences
Create custom templates
Add contacts directly from the Lead411 platform from the advanced search or trigger pages
Track replies and opens
Create custom tasks
Follow up on social platforms
Keep notes
Export data to your CRM

"Our persistent goal at Lead411 has always been to provide our customers with the most accurate and comprehensive data available in the marketplace," said Thomas Blue, Founder & CEO, Lead411. "As we look for ways to improve our customer processes, we found that adding the ability to send email/SMS cadences within the Lead411 platform was a natural addition to help save our customers valuable time utilizing outreach tools and resources" Read related news now.

Lead411 is offering Reach as an add-on to a Basic, Pro or Enterprise subscription at the price of $75, $100 and $125 per seat, respectively.

To see pricing information and more details visit the Lead411 Pricing Page Here

To learn more about Reach you can check out our Reach Walkthrough Webinar Here

About Lead411
Lead411 offers the most complete and comprehensive data platform available fueled by Lead Intelligence. Lead411 provides verified company and contact data including verified emails, mobile direct dials, data intelligence and email/SMS outreach features to help sales, recruiting and marketing teams simplify researching efforts, and provide more helpful information to shorten and reinforce communication channels. For a Demo of the Lead411 platform, visit https://www.lead411.com/demo-request

Vanilla Video Acquires Premium Domain Videographer.com

A Chicago-based video production company acquires premium domain Videographer.com for an undisclosed amount. The search term "videographer" receives tens of thousands of monthly searches, with advertisers paying $3.00 per click, on average, for the keyword. Read related news now.

Vanilla Video operates a well-established brand in the Chicago area, providing video production services to Fortune 500 companies, weddings, athletes, musicians, events, startups, non-profits, schools and governments. According to the Vanilla Video website, the company has provided at least 3,400 customers with videography services and employs several full-time videographers.

With a steady growth rate, and now handling 600+ projects per year, Vanilla Video is one of the industry-leading video production companies by volume. "People love online shopping. Clients visit our website and it handles most of the sales process for us, including quotes," explains Co-Founder Frank Romano. "Video is not simple, but our unique pricing structure allows quotes to be finely-tuned for any situation or budget. Best of all, many clients can quote themselves."

One unique aspect about Vanilla Video is the a la carte price structure. Customers are able to pick-and-choose exactly what is, or is not, included in a video production. Similar to choosing ingredients – Vanilla Video allows clients to opt-in or opt-out of lighting, production assistants, length of setup time, number of videographers, camera types, etc. Frank explains, "Every aspect of the video production can be chosen by the customer without talking to a salesperson. There is nothing like Vanilla Video. It's easy and transparent. It's popular. People love Vanilla Video."

Vanilla Video has experienced strong year-over-year growth in 2018 and 2019, and consistent growth since launching in 2012. The company strategically shifted its focus to corporate clients in 2015 and stopped advertising to weddings and personal events. The company still handles at least 150+ weddings per year; however, the service appeals to out-of-town business customers who need a videographer. While Vanilla Video is popular with locals, the company also attracts clients from 300+ miles away – in-part, due to online ordering and their simplified pricing.

"Our strength over traditional videographers, and video production companies, is leveraging technology. The industry is dominated by part-time freelancers. They lack focus. They fail to invest in technology-based processes. Ultimately, they do not take the business-side of video production seriously," says Corey Olson, Vanilla Video CEO & Co-Founder, "Videographer.com will be our premium brand, essential to our national growth strategy. Vanilla Video is a great brand, but it is limited to affordable video production by design. We believe operating both websites, and targeting different types of customers on each, is one key to further growth."

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The website for Videographer.com is currently under construction. A few pages, and some content, are available. Vanilla Video notes Videographer.com receives regular updates and expects the website to be fully operational in 2020. Vanilla Video plans to continue using VanillaVideo.com for its business and operate Videographer.com as a separate division.

"Acquiring Videographer.com was a perfect fit for us," Corey continued, "Co-branding Vanilla Video with Videographer.com boosts our credibility, and trust on the web. Our website is the primary driver of leads as we do zero outbound sales. This is really a great investment for us."

The deal is reported to have taken several months. Vanilla Video was able to acquire similar premium domains, including the complements – Videographer.net and Videographer.org Read latest news here.

Inxeption Doubles Workforce, Opens New Bay Area Headquarters

Inxeption Corporation, the leader in Industrial Commerce and developer of the pioneering Inxeption I-Commerce platform, announced it has opened a new Silicon Valley headquarters in Brisbane, CA.

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Over the past twelve months, Inxeption has more than doubled its staff and has opened two new office locations in Atlanta and New York. It has expanded its offerings in shipping, website development, financial services, and other business services, and is rapidly adding new customers to its platform.

"Our focus on advocating for our customers in every aspect of ecommerce is resonating with companies of every size, and it's leading to significant growth," notes Inxeption co-founder and CEO Farzad Dibachi. "Our new headquarters gives us the room we need to continue developing essential business services that reduce friction and add value in every aspect of our customers' supply chains."

Inxeption's platform brings the ease of consumer e-commerce to the business world, with industrial-strength security and scalability. Manufacturers using the Inxeption platform can now sell directly to their buyers and distribution partners, enabling a point-of-sale system for industrial products and fully digitizing the sales process.

As Inxeption continues to ramp up hiring to support its growth, the company is pleased that this more central location and ready access to the 101 freeway artery make it a convenient location for commuting employees. In its new facility, Inxeption is also incorporating a video studio and other resources to support its effort in education and business insights for Commerce Partners. "Everything we do is about advocating for our customers," says Dibachi. "We are giving makers of every size, in every industry, tools and capabilities they have never had before."

About Inxeption:
Inxeption is the pioneer of I-commerce. Its secure and scalable platform brings the ease of consumer e-commerce to business. From one digital dashboard, companies of any size in any industry can drive more sales, better manage their supply chain, and realize cost savings. Built on blockchain, it's simply transformative.

Wednesday, October 16, 2019

Time Clock Wizard Announces Its New Full-service Payroll Solution

Online time tracking pioneer Time Clock Wizard is rolling out a new full-service payroll solution called Paycheck Wizard. Here's a summary of what clients can expect from the pairing:

Time Clock Wizard is excited to announce a new full-service managed payroll service that will allow clients to pay its employees directly from within the TCW software. The new service also has several additional features, all of which are intended to give clients access to a variety of DIY Human Resources tools.

"Time Clock Wizard's mission has always been to take the most time-consuming parts of employee management out of our clients' hands," says TCW Vice President Marshall Golub. "Paycheck Wizard expands on this original mission by letting clients pay their staff accurately with the click of a button."

Paycheck Wizard also gives companies the ability to generate paychecks from remote locations and guarantees compliance with applicable tax laws. Its additional features include help with HR tasks like employee screening, retirement plans, and health insurance plans.

A Natural Extension

Time Clock Wizard has been a leader in the online time tracking industry. It has also provided clients with scheduling and other employee management solutions. Time Clock Wizard is trusted by over 100,000 businesses and loved by 1 million+ employees according to its website. Its client roster includes highly visible companies like T-Mobile, Century 21, Remax, and others. Continue reading.

Melissa Ruy, Vice-President of Marketing for Paycheck Wizard, anticipates that the new service will create substantial growth opportunities for Time Clock Wizard and its clients both. "Paycheck Wizard is the logical next step in the evolution of Time Clock Wizard's already existing services," Ruy says. "It will make Time Clock Wizard that much more appealing to potential clients and let executives spend even more time on tasks that contribute to their company's growth."

About Time Clock Wizard

Time Clock Wizard already provides many key services to its clients. These include employee time tracking, easy scheduling, timesheet reports, and employee expense reimbursement. It has also long been known for the simplicity of its interface and its ability to provide high-quality services across industry lines.

What to Expect From Paycheck Wizard

Paycheck Wizard should prove to be value-adding in several ways. First, it completely automates the payroll process. It also generates payroll reports that can give clients a wide-angle view of labor costs from any perspective.

Paycheck Wizard offers additional features that make it a comprehensive HR solution. These include many HR apps and tools, as well as workers' comp administrative capabilities. Lastly, it allows for employee self-service, enabling staff members receive wage advances without involving company management.

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Paycheck Wizard's services simplify many complex tasks and pairs with Time Clock Wizard to put a human resource management system in the palm of company executives' hands.

For more information on Time Clock Wizard, visit https://www.timeclockwizard.com/
To learn more about Paycheck Wizard, visit https://www.timeclockwizard.com/full-service-payroll-small-business

Catalyst Expands Product Line for Android Devices with Introduction of Impact Protection Case for New Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL

Catalyst, the award-winning manufacturer of the world's most protective and stylish cases and accessories for smartphones and electronic devices, introduces the Impact Protection Case for the new Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL. The new cases extend the offering of Catalyst solutions for Android devices, which include the Impact Protection cases for the Samsung Galaxy S10 and S9 series as well as the Note 9. The release of the Impact Protection Case for Pixel 4 and 4 XL come just after Google's launch of the new devices in their address to consumers and stakeholders on October 15.

"The Catalyst Impact Protection case continues to be upheld as the toughest everyday case on the market," said Catalyst CEO June Lai. "We continue to innovate and design cases so a broader segment of the market can experience the difference a Catalyst case can make in their confidence to live their adventure freely without worry of damage to their device. We're extremely proud of our design and excited for the first time, to launch cases for Google devices."

The Impact Protection Case for Google Pixel 4 and 4 XL is tested to be drop proof up to 9.9ft (3.0m), it is designed with a non-slip rubber bumper made from a proprietary impact rubber polymer, and has a clear back to show-off the phone. A raised top and bottom bezel protects the display, front camera, and other important touchscreen features while being simple to install and remove. The exposed screen allows for direct touchscreen access and the open ports give unobstructed access to the USB-C audio and charging port. The rear cameras are sealed and protected to keep out dust and debris. The case is compatible with Google's "Active Edge" technology and also allows for wireless charging.

The new cases are available now and shipping globally, providing a fresh, sleek design that showcases refinement in performance and style while offering the highest level of protection.

Catalyst Impact Protection Cases for the Google Pixel 4 | Pixel 4 XL
Available Now | $39.99 USD
Colors: Stealth Black

The Catalyst Impact Protection Case for the Google Pixel 4 series has the signature features Catalyst is recognized for: a grippy rubber bumper, lanyard attachment and clear case back to show off your Google Pixel 4 and Google Pixel 4 XL phone. The slim, protective case 100% fits the Google Pixel 4 series' screen profile and has added impact protection from the innovative truss cushioning system combined with a proprietary rubber polymer blend to increase the drop protection up to 9.9ft (3.0m). The Catalyst Impact Protection Case for the Google Pixel 4 and Google Pixel 4 XL is easy to put on and take off that it provides ideal everyday protection that doesn't overshadow the phone's stylish design.

About Catalyst
Catalyst is a premium lifestyle accessories brand founded to create iconic products that enable people to explore and share their world. Catalyst offers the highest performance accessories that are the best value for their customers. Josh Wright is an award‐winning industrial designer who graduated from the Art Center College of Design and June Lai is the research, development and business partner at Catalyst. In 2010, after seeing a requirement for a product that fit their needs but did not yet exist, they designed and developed a line of high-performance everyday case, accessories and sleeves for their many outdoor and underwater adventures. Catalyst is available in more than 70 countries including USA, Canada, UK, Germany, China, Japan, Korea, Australia and the GCC. Click here.

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