BLOGTHE RISE OF RECOMMERCE: WHY CONSUMERS SHOP RESALERecommerce, or the buying and selling of pre-owned items, has been growing in popularity in recent years, particularly for large items such as furniture and appliances. This trend is driven by several factors, including sustainability, financial benefits, uniqueness, and ethical considerations. With recommerce growing twice as fast as the wider retail market and …

BLOGRecommerce drives sustainability for retailers on earth day 2023Earth Day is an important day to reflect on our actions and their impact on the environment. One of the most pressing environmental issues is furniture waste. According to the Environmental Protection Agency, Americans threw out over 12 million tons of furniture in 2018, and over 80% of it ended up in …

BLOGThe recommerce customer and why recommerce mattersThe world of retail is constantly evolving, and one of the most significant changes in recent years has been the rise of recommerce – the reselling of pre-owned items such as returns and open-box products. As a result of a rapidly changing economic environment and a growing demand for more sustainable practices, recommerce has …

BLOGinside burrow’s returns strategy: An interview with cfo kelley hicksRecommerce (the resale of returned, overstock, open-box items) has been gaining popularity in recent years as consumers search for more value, lower price points and become increasingly environmentally conscious. Retail brands have also been turning to recommerce to recoup their losses from returns. Burrow, a furniture company known for its innovative …