Threekit Blog | Virtual Photographer (19)

Virtual Photographer

Feb 5, 2020 Ben Houston

Virtual Photography: The Future of eCommerce Product Images

The world of commerce is rapidly evolving. From the increased competition from direct-to-consumer brands to the myriad ways to define “customer experience,” brands must stay informed and agile to keep up in the visual economy. And the simple truth is, that when it comes to product visuals, photography has not evolved enough to meet the demands of today’s fast-paced eCommerce market where buyers expect incredible visual experiences.

Virtual Photographer

Jan 30, 2020 Hilary Murdock

The Ultimate eCommerce Product Image Guide for 2021

It’s hard to overstate the importance of visual content on an eCommerce website. In today's age, product imagery goes beyond product photos. It now includes more advanced formats like video, interactive 3D, and augmented reality, and has to do the work that was once done by physical products themselves: helping shoppers make a decision about whether or not to buy what you’re selling.

Product Configurator

Jan 23, 2020 Marc Uible

11 Lessons From Brands Doing Product Customization

Until recently, most online retailers didn’t have the technology to make product customization feasible. Now that it’s possible to create real-time images and interactive 3D depicting shoppers’ customized products, many brands are taking advantage.

Virtual Photographer

Jan 15, 2020 Hilary Murdock

How to Reduce eCommerce Returns

As part of our Visuals Make a Difference launch, we’re taking a close look at the problem of eCommerce returns and what retailers and shoppers can do to prevent them. Guide: Part 1: 6 Tips Guaranteed to Cut Return Rates for Retailers Part 2: 7 Easy Ways YOU (the online shopper) Cut Back on Product Returns

Virtual Photographer

Dec 13, 2019 Travis Wasson

Case by Case: An Intro to Threekit Support

Nobody likes it when their software tools stop working. Today, Threekit's Director of Technical Support, Travis Wasson, provides an overview of the support team and how they can help you get back up and running when something isn't working as expected. What does Threekit Support do? Threekit support provides technical assistance with any questions or concerns you have with the Threekit platform. We assign an agent to provide 1:1 guidance and communication until your issue has been resolved. The agent provides regular updates on your cases, making sure you’re in the know on expected timelines, methods for resolution, and when a resolution has been reached.

Product Configurator

Dec 10, 2019 Yana Myaskovskaya

Getting Ready for Your Project 3/6 – Material Readiness

In this six-part "Getting Ready for Your Project" series, we're going to help you and your team figure what you need to prep so that you can begin your project on time with minimal stress.

Product Configurator

Dec 6, 2019 Hilary Murdock

The Green Promise of Visual Product Configuration Software

Returns are a serious problem in eCommerce. They cost retailers about 10 percent of their overall sales, and they’re increasingly something customers want to be free and easy. But the real cost of returns goes far beyond how they affect eCommerce retailers’ bottom lines.

Product Configurator

Dec 3, 2019 Ben Houston

3D Configurators for Furniture

The online furniture industry is experiencing a boom. Sales are set to hit $44.5b by the end of 2019 and are poised to grow about 10% annually for the next several years. But online shopping for furniture poses risks for the shopper. Will that couch fit in the living room? Will the fabric match my club chairs? Can I actually see the custom updates that I'm making so I can be sure it's what I want?

Virtual Photographer

Nov 19, 2019 Ben Houston

glTF vs FBX: Which format should I use?

FBX vs. glTF: What is the difference between these 3D model file formats and which fits best into your workflow? Both are widely used and can store 3D models. But it's their differences that guide their applications. 2026 Update: Threekit has evolved beyond 3D visualization. Today, Threekit is an AI sales agent built for manufacturers — guiding reps from needs analysis to a configured proposal in seconds. If you're a manufacturer selling complex products through a channel or your website, the 3D format question below is still relevant infrastructure. But the bigger question is how your sellers get from customer requirements to a valid quote. See how Threekit's AI Proposal Agent works →

Product Configurator

Nov 11, 2019 Ben Houston

4 Things that Make Threekit's 3D Software Different

3D software occupies a specific niche where the ultimate in technology intersects with the ultimate in human creativity. It's Threekit's deep respect for the creators—the 3D artists—that helps to differentiate it from other offerings. Read about this legacy, as well as three other characteristics that make Threekit unique.

Virtual Photographer

Oct 31, 2019 Hilary Murdock

How & Why to Use SEO-Friendly Product Images

Great news, everyone: the eCommerce product images you’re already including on your site can help boost your performance in search (aka, boost your SEO, or search engine optimization). But there’s a good chance that the images on your site right now aren’t as SEO-friendly as they can be.

Virtual Photographer

Oct 24, 2019 Svetla Pavlova

6 Ways Better Product Imagery Can Help Improve Your CX

As any eComm marketer knows, better customer satisfaction has long been correlated with higher revenue and greater profitability, and these are numbers you have the power to impact. When your customers can’t come into your brick and mortar store to shop, improvements to your online customer experience take on a new sense of urgency.