Mobile usage is growing rapidly worldwide and surpassing desktop usage. A mobile strategy is necessary for any business to remain relevant, as consumers increasingly use mobile as their default access to the internet. The document outlines key mobile trends such as the growth of smartphones, the amount of commerce occurring via mobile apps and tablets, and consumer showrooming behaviors. It recommends businesses test their mobile traffic, develop goals and understand user needs to create an effective mobile strategy and take advantage of opportunities in areas like mobile websites, apps, coupons and location-based services.