{"id":243633,"date":"2025-11-05T10:51:35","date_gmt":"2025-11-05T10:51:35","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/?p=243633"},"modified":"2025-11-13T09:24:22","modified_gmt":"2025-11-13T09:24:22","slug":"multichannel-ecommerce-for-dtc-brands","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/en-us\/blog\/multichannel-ecommerce-for-dtc-brands\/","title":{"rendered":"Multichannel Ecommerce: The Secret to Direct-to-Consumer (DTC) Brand Survival in 2026"},"content":{"rendered":"\n[et_pb_section fb_built=\u201d1\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_row _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_column type=\u201d4_4\u2033 _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][et_pb_heading title=\u201dKey takeaways\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<ul>\n<li>Single-channel sellers face numerous challenges. Going multichannel can help.<\/li>\n<li>Expanding into new marketplaces makes DTC brands more agile.<\/li>\n<li>Without the right operational systems, expanding sales channels is risky.<\/li>\n<li>Descartes helps you scale multichannel operations <em>without hiring<\/em> more people.<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_divider _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_divider][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>Direct-to-consumer (D2C) ecommerce businesses currently face a chaotic, rapidly evolving, tech-saturated world. For many brands, sales are down, anxiety is rising, and leaders are looking for survival strategies. We need to increase revenue somehow or risk losing the brand we worked so hard to build.<\/p>\n<p>As uncomfortable as this situation feels, pressure like this pushes us out of our comfort zone and toward new opportunities for growth. We get scrappy, creative, more resourceful. When a single sales channel can\u2019t hook enough revenue to feed our business, maybe it\u2019s time to expand our market, to cast a wider net. And that\u2019s exactly what multichannel ecommerce does.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhat is multichannel ecommerce?\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Multichannel_Ecommerce_Illustration-1.webp\u201d alt=\u201dA graphic depicting multichannel ecommerce as a customer connected to individual sales channels, represented by bubbles containing logos for Amazon, Shopify, Walmart, eBay, Adobe Commerce, BigCommerce, Etsy, TikTok Shop, Home Depot, and WooCommerce.\u201d title_text=\u201dMultichannel_Ecommerce_Illustration\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>With multichannel ecommerce, you sell products across multiple online platforms, such as Amazon, eBay, Walmart, TikTok Shop, and your own website. Each sales channel functions independently, though you can easily centralize multichannel listings, orders, inventory, and fulfillment workflows with <a href=\"https:\/\/sellercloud.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">all-in-one ecommerce operations software<\/a>.<\/p>\n<p>On the upside, selling on multiple marketplaces helps you diversify risk and reach more customers. It gives you the flexibility to adapt as the market shifts, and the upfront costs are low.<\/p>\n<p>The only major downside is the potential for operational issues. If your new sales channels spike order volumes, your warehouse may struggle to keep up until you have scalable systems in place.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Learn more about <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/blog\/omnichannel-vs-multichannel-ecommerce-for-DTC-brands\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">multichannel ecommerce<\/a><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWhy multichannel = survival now\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Casting_Wider_Net-1.webp\u201d alt=\u201dMultichannel ecommerce is depicted as a fisherman casting a wider net to catch more fish than he could with a fishing pole.\u201d title_text=\u201dCasting_Wider_Net (1)\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>To survive, your brand must continuously evolve. Multichannel ecommerce can give you the ability to adapt, stay competitive, and navigate market shifts. Like a fisherman casting a wide net to catch more fish, it extends your brand\u2019s reach by diversifying across channels.<\/p>\n<p>Here are five situations where multichannel makes the difference for DTC brand survival.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d1. Sales are down on existing channels\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Retail_Sales_Down.webp\u201d alt=\u201dRetail sales are down, depicted as a metal shopping cart holding a downward pointing red arrow.\u201d title_text=\u201dRetail_Sales_Down\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>It\u2019s a tough market. If your brand exploded during the COVID-19 pandemic only to struggle with tariffs and inflation recently, you\u2019re not alone. Subreddit r\/ecommerce is buzzing with chatter about how bad it is and what to do:<\/p>\n<p>\u201c\u2026I\u2019m down 20%. This is my busy time of year, and it\u2019s noticeably slower. I\u2019ll be out of business soon if these tariffs don\u2019t go away.\u201d<\/p>\n<p>As consumer spending slows, it\u2019s crucial to expand your market.<\/p>\n<p>Also, your brand may not appear to shoppers as frequently as it once did. Google algorithm changes and the trend toward AI-powered shopping can negatively impact organic traffic and discoverability. People may not see your site in search results.<\/p>\n<p><strong>How multichannel helps:<\/strong> Selling on multiple marketplaces expands your reach and visibility. Instead of solely relying on organic and paid traffic to your shopping website, leverage platform-based search features, algorithms, and marketing.<\/p>\n<p>Adding a marketplace such as Amazon opens up a global market to help you heighten visibility, reach more people, and sell more. <\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d2. AI feels overwhelming\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/AI_Overwhelm.webp\u201d alt=\u201dA person wearing a watch is typing on a laptop computer. The image is overlaid with graphics representing artificial intelligence, depicted as a brain-shaped matrix of white dots and interconnected lines, business statistics, and other data.\u201d title_text=\u201dAI_Overwhelm\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>The rise of Artificial Intelligence (AI)-powered shopping is challenging online sellers to adapt quickly or get left behind. <a href=\"https:\/\/news.darden.virginia.edu\/2025\/06\/17\/nearly-60-use-ai-to-shop-heres-what-that-means-for-brands-and-buyers\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">The Darden Report<\/a> says, \u201cConsumers used to browse multiple sites when shopping online. Compare. Contemplate. Make a decision. But that\u2019s changing rapidly.<\/p>\n<p>Artificial intelligence is becoming a trusted advisor, a filter, and in many cases, the first voice they consult. Nearly 60% of consumers say they\u2019ve used AI to help them shop.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>How multichannel helps:<\/strong> Popular online sales channels such as Shopify, Amazon, eBay, Walmart, and Etsy are racing to incorporate AI-assisted shopping into their platforms. By diversifying your sales channels to include multiple marketplaces, you can capitalize on the latest innovations without incorporating AI on your own website.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d3. You\u2019re losing business to social-savvy brands\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Social_Media_Selling.webp\u201d alt=\u201dA female fitness influencer wearing athletic clothes stands in a bright, well-lit office holding an athletic shoe while filming a TikTok video for social media selling.\u201d title_text=\u201dSocial_Media_Selling\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>As a DTC brand, if you\u2019re not selling on social media shops, you\u2019re missing a fast-growing market opportunity. How many of your competitors are already selling on TikTok, Instagram, and other trending platforms? According to <a href=\"https:\/\/www.salesforce.com\/commerce\/ecommerce-trends\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Salesforce<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p>\u201c\u2026more than two-thirds (67%) of global shoppers have made a purchase through social media this year. With over 5 billion monthly active users on platforms like Instagram, Facebook, Snapchat, and TikTok, social commerce is rapidly evolving from simple \u2018swipe up to shop\u2019 links to sophisticated, AI-powered shopping experiences embedded directly within social platforms.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>How multichannel helps:<\/strong> Instead of losing business, you can shift toward social with your target audience. Are they shopping on TikTok? Add a TikTok shop and experiment with influencer marketing. If your brand goes viral, Descartes Peoplevox can help your warehouse keep up with high order volumes.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d4. Your customers are anxious\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Anxious_Shopper_Looking_in_Window.webp\u201d alt=\u201dConsumer price sensitivity is depicted as an anxious shopper looking in the window of a shop.\u201d title_text=\u201dAnxious_Shopper_Looking_in_Window\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>We\u2019re living in a high-anxiety world where money is tighter, and consumer buying behavior is trending toward bargain shopping online.<\/p>\n<p>According to the <a href=\"https:\/\/www.mckinsey.com\/industries\/consumer-packaged-goods\/our-insights\/state-of-consumer\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">McKinsey ConsumerWise Sentiment Survey<\/a> of 25,000+ consumers in 18 global markets:<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<ul>\n<li>People are spending more time alone and online.<\/li>\n<li>Over 90% of Chinese and US surveyed consumers shopped at an online-only retailer in the previous month; the same is true for over 80% of surveyed consumers in Germany and the United Kingdom.<\/li>\n<li>Rising prices continue to be the number one cause for concern among consumers across all 18 of the markets in the survey.<\/li>\n<\/ul>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>Where are these anxious consumers shopping? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/871\/online-shopping\/?srsltid=AfmBOopMa-DxdGLcpccqTvWHgkK1y4Wb4AWS8hRscJTdv4zozSjPHtMK#topicOverview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statista.com<\/a> says, \u201cAs of 2024, online marketplaces account for the largest share of online purchases worldwide. Leading the global ranking of online marketplaces in terms of traffic is Amazon.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>How multichannel helps:<\/strong> When you add marketplaces like Amazon to the mix, your brand can reach the largest share of online shoppers. Price-sensitive consumers who are comparison shopping on Amazon or Walmart.com may discover your products there.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201d5. You\u2019re missing out on mobile-first shoppers\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Mobile_First_Shopping.webp\u201d alt=\u201dAn ecommerce shopper is holding a mobile device and a cup of coffee, scrolling a fashion website with women\u2019s apparel.\u201d title_text=\u201dMobile_First_Shopping\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>Consumers increasingly shop on mobile apps rather than browser-based sites. <a href=\"https:\/\/www.statista.com\/topics\/871\/online-shopping\/?srsltid=AfmBOopMa-DxdGLcpccqTvWHgkK1y4Wb4AWS8hRscJTdv4zozSjPHtMK#topicOverview\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Statista.com says<\/a>, \u201cIn 2025, smartphones accounted for nearly 80 percent of all retail website visits worldwide, and in turn, also generated the majority of online orders compared to desktops and tablets.\u201d Mobile matters.<\/p>\n<p>Where are single-channel DTC businesses losing customers? Slow-loading mobile sites and apps. If your shopping site takes too long to load, people will shop elsewhere. According to <a href=\"https:\/\/nrsplus.com\/blog\/the-future-of-ecommerce\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">National Retail Solutions<\/a>:<\/p>\n<p>\u201c\u202653% of online and mobile shoppers abandoning sites that take longer than 3 seconds to load.\u201d<\/p>\n<p><strong>How multichannel helps: <\/strong>If you can\u2019t provide an excellent mobile shopping experience, consider adding Amazon, Walmart, or Etsy to your sales channel mix. These ecommerce giants understand the stakes and continuously optimize their mobile apps. They compete with one another to provide the best shopping experience, and you can leverage their expertise in this arena.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dAdapt, survive, and thrive\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_image src=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/wp-content\/uploads\/2025\/11\/Beautiful_Spiderweb.webp\u201d alt=\u201dMultichannel ecommerce is depicted as a beautiful spiderweb in a meadow, a marvelous creation that helps the builder survive and thrive in its environment.\u201d title_text=\u201dBeautiful_Spiderweb\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_image][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>For brands in crisis, the idea of adding new sales channels may seem terrifying. You\u2019re already barely hanging on, afraid of losing the business you worked so hard to build. But what if small, fear-based thinking is holding you back?<\/p>\n<p>The companies that remain flexible and adaptable will survive. So, keep your head up, evolve with the times, and adopt a multichannel strategy where it makes sense. The best is yet to come.<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_heading title=\u201dMultichannel Ecommerce Guide\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh3\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>Descartes created a comprehensive guide to help businesses get started with multichannel ecommerce. Within it, you will find how-to steps, information about potential problems, software recommendations, and other valuable resources. Ready to cast the net wider?<\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_button button_url=\u201dhttps:\/\/www.descartes.com\/resources\/knowledge-center\/multichannel-ecommerce-comprehensive-guide-online-business-growth\u201d button_text=\u201dRead the Guide\u201d button_alignment=\u201dleft\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d custom_margin=\u201d10px||40px||false|false\u201d custom_padding=\u201d||||false|false\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_button][et_pb_heading title=\u201dWarehouse survival\u201d _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d title_level=\u201dh2\u2033 global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_heading][et_pb_text _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d]<p>One final note on DTC brand survival and business growth: When your brand overcomes this tough season and order volumes increase, your warehouse must be ready to handle it. Warehouse survival depends on scalable systems that can handle spikes in order volume without needing to hire more people.<\/p>\n<p>Descartes specializes in helping DTC ecommerce brands scale warehouse operations, increase efficiency, and control costs. The Descartes Peoplevox warehouse management system is purpose-built for scale, and we\u2019re here for you.<\/p>\n<p><strong>Ready to scale without sacrificing your warehouse? <a href=\"https:\/\/www.peoplevox.com\/contact-us\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noopener\">Talk to Us<\/a><\/strong><\/p>[\/et_pb_text][et_pb_dp_oc_custom _builder_version=\u201d4.27.4\u2033 _module_preset=\u201ddefault\u201d global_colors_info=\u201d{}\u201d theme_builder_area=\u201dpost_content\u201d][\/et_pb_dp_oc_custom][\/et_pb_column][\/et_pb_row][\/et_pb_section]\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"<p>Single-channel sellers face numerous challenges. Going multichannel can help. Expanding into new marketplaces makes DTC brands more agile. Without the right operational systems, expanding sales channels is risky. Descartes helps you scale multichannel operations without hiring more people. Direct-to-consumer (D2C) ecommerce businesses currently face a chaotic, rapidly evolving, tech-saturated world. 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