With online sales predicted to be at the highest level in history during the 2009 shopping season, a click-to-brick strategy which allows customers the option to buy online with a fexible in-store pickup option may make the difference between capturing e-commerce shopper dollars or not.
This is a list of U.S. retailers with e-commerce websites that are offering an in-store pickup option for the merchandise that is purchased online.
Retailers with a Buy Online In-Store Pickup Option:
Ace Hardware
Type of Merchandise: Tools, hardware, plumbing supplies, heating and cooling systems, lighting, electrical supplies, auto maintenance supplies, plumbing supplies, office supplies, kitchen gadgets, flatware, cookware, small home appliances, home decor, pet supplies, and other home supplies
Details about Ace Hardware in-store pickup service
Best Buy
Type of Merchandise: Televisions, home entertainment equipment, computers, cameras, camcorders, car stereos, video gaming, movie DVDs, music CDs, cellphones, toys, home appliances, and other consumer electronics
Details about Best Buy's in-store pickup service
City Sports
Type of Merchandise: Men's and women's sports apparel, sports footwear, sports equipment and supplies
Details about City Sports in-store pickup service
Golfsmith Golf & Tennis
Type of Merchandise: Golf apparel, clubs, accessories, carts, shoes, training aids, bags, and other golf-related gifts and equipment
Details about Golfsmith's in-store pickup service
Kay Jewelers
Type of Merchandise: Men's, women's, children's and baby jewelry
Details about Kay Jewelers' in-store pickup service
L.L. Bean
Type of Merchandise: Men's, women's and children's outdoor clothing, footwear, hunting and fishing gear, luggage, outdoor sports and adventure gear
Details about L.L. Bean's in-store pickup service
Lowe's
Type of Merchandise: Home appliances, building supplies, flooring, hardware, home decor, paint, garden supplies, lighting, outdoor supplies, plumbing, storage, tools, and other home improvement products and supplies
Details about Lowe's in-store pickup service
Micro Center
Type of Merchandise: Computers, servers, printers, scanners, projectors, computer parts, televisions, iPods, phones, cameras, camcorders, memory, networking, video gaming, software, books, movie DVDs, and other computer and electronic accessories
Details about Micro Centerin-store pickup service
Nordstrom
Type of Merchandise: Men's, women's, children's and baby clothing, shoes, handbags, fashion accessories, beauty products, perfume, home decorations, and gifts
Details about Nordstrom's in-store pickup service
Office Depot
Type of Merchandise: Office supplies, office furniture, computers, phones, televisions, office technology, cameras, video gaming, business gifts
Details about Office Depot in-store pickup service
Powell's Books
Type of Merchandise: Books, rare and collectible books, eBooks, audio books, used books, movie DVDs
Details about Powell's in-store pickup service
REI
Type of Merchandise: Men's, women's and children's clothing, outdoor shoes, boots, camping supplies, hiking gear, cycling, fitness products, luggage, and other outdoor sports merchandise
Details about REI in-store pickup service
Sears
Type of Merchandise: Home apliances, automotive, clothing, consumer electronics, computers, video gaming, movie DVDs, music CDs, home decor, health care, makeup, perfume, jewelry, lawn and garden, shoes, tools, toys
Details about Sears in-store pickup service
Tiffany & Co.
Type of Merchandise: Men's and Women's Jewelry, crystal, china, stemware, flatware, silver serving pieces, wedding gifts, anniversary gifts, business gifts, and luxury holiday gifts
Details about Tiffany in-store pickup service
Wal-Mart
Type of Merchandise: Apparel, jewelry, electronics, home decor, grocery, books, pharmacy, sports equipment, toys, automotive, etc.
Details about Wal-Mart's in-store pickup service