The document discusses the rise of e-commerce and movement from online to offline retail. It notes that e-commerce grew rapidly in the 2000s due to convenience and low costs. Some online retailers have opened physical stores to provide customer service, brand exposure, and address "showrooming". Taobao, a Chinese e-commerce site, tried operating physical stores called "Taobao Malls" but they failed. However, the new "YES! Taobao" franchise model, which provides purchasing services, has seen more success in expanding offline. The document argues that moving online businesses offline can help reach new customers, improve service, and build trust.