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Hanna Andersson Gives Fans What They’ve Long Wanted — A Loyalty Program

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In addition to discounts, program members also will receive shipping perks, early access to sales and new product launches, and exclusive access to limited edition drops. In 2019, Hanna Andersson shifted to a fully DTC model , closing all its stores and ending its wholesale business.

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Consumers Turn to BNPL, BOPIS to Cope with Rising Prices and Supply Chain Uncertainty

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Despite having just officially begun, this holiday shopping season already is marked by supply chain disruption, persistent inflation and mixed consumer confidence. And just like last year, it looks like consumers will respond by turning to ecommerce.

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Retail Sales Grew 3% Over Extended Holiday Purchase Period — And the Season Isn’t Over Yet

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In fact, the impacts of the most unique holiday in decades are still being felt: retailers should plan for continued shipping delays in the short term, and also continue to refine their omnichannel operations as they prepare for the rest of 2021. 3 shopping day in 2019. It changed consumer behavior and resulted in new buying habits.”

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Claire’s Debuts Subscription Service as it Seeks New Ways to Connect with Gen Z

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Jewelry and accessories retailer Claire’s is tapping into “drop” culture with its newest offering, a subscription box service called cDrop. Aimed at “fostering self-expression” among its core Gen Z demographic, each box retails for $30 and is shipped quarterly, with no ongoing commitment for customers.

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Turning Retail Losses into Profits

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External economic factors, such as fluctuating interest rates, an unpredictable housing market and persistent inflation have prompted consumers to rethink their spending habits. Faced with shifting economic and consumer dynamics, retail leaders strive to unlock strategies that turn losses into profits. In 2019, it declined to 6.7%

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How Retailers Can Make Effective Changes for Better Logistics Operations

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from 2019, totaling $188.2 This massive increase put significant strains on the supply chain as well as shipping and delivery. Even though retailers’ shift to all (or mostly) ecommerce came abruptly last March, consumers still felt the effects of the disrupted supply chain months later.

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Communication Will be Key for Merchants This Holiday Season

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The 2020 ecommerce holiday shopping and shipping season is expected to eclipse years past. Consumer Expectations are Higher. Nine out of 10 consumers expect proactive updates on the progress of their packages. 91% of consumers expect to be able to view actual real-time updates on their deliveries. Consumers Want Options.