Online shopping has become firmly entrenched in South Africa's formal retail market, and businesses investing to grow capabilities in the ecommerce space are invariably investing in their growth.

Many retailers are realising that in the post-pandemic climate, simply having an online and physical presence is not enough, and the omnichannel approach is swiftly evolving.

Local retailer Woolworths says its shopping app has seen significant growth, garnering 1.6 million users, as more South Africans take to its online shopping channels.

The ecommerce market in South Africa has matured, and the opportunity to acquire online-savvy customers is there - if businesses can respond with compelling online experiences.

Over the past two years, retailers have had to contend with a massive shift in consumers’ purchase behaviours.

When the pandemic initially hit in the early part of 2020, it created the perfect environment for the explosive growth of online retail.

As business digitalisation continues apace, more and more data is being generated. Retailers need to understand its value and how to leverage it.

The newly launched Asus Store features notebooks across commercial, consumer and gaming ranges, as well as accessories, peripherals, chargers and apparel.

As the next step in its turnaround strategy and in support of its goal to become a leading omnichannel retailer, Game last month launched a refreshed ecommerce platform.

Yuppiechef founders Andrew Smith and Shane Dryden have resigned, less than a year after the kitchen and homeware retailer was acquired by retail giant Mr Price Group for approximately R470m.