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5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022

Independent Retailer

Here are the five key trends that businesses should take seriously as they plan for the coming year: . That means that as customers return to stores, retailers have a chance to differentiate themselves with low-cost, low-hassle return policies. Customers Care About Return Policies. Looking to the Future.

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Roundup Of The Top 2021 Retail & CPG Trends

Rangeme

As the year winds down, it’s time to review 2021’s retail predictions —and the surprises that popped up along the way. This trend analysis can give U.S. and global consumer packaged goods (CPG) suppliers and retailers clarity on adapting to and satisfying consumers’ evolving needs. Overarching Retail Trends.

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How the Supply Chain Disruption Is Sparking Holiday Risk & Resilience

Rangeme

An astonishing 98% of retail executives experienced supply chain issues ahead of the 2021 holiday season. Study: 98% of retail execs report supply chain issues ahead of holidays. Retail Dive. October 29, 2021. Shipping delays. Study: 98% of retail execs report supply chain issues ahead of holidays.

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RangeMe Recap of the 2021 Global Market: Fall Experience

Rangeme

The 2021 Global Market: Fall Experience was a four-day virtual product discovery experience held October 18-22, facilitated by ECRM and powered by RangeMe. The goal of bringing suppliers and retail buyers across categories from around the world to meet face-to-face virtually was happily fulfilled. Responsible retailing.

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eCommerce and its Profitability Issue. Why its So Hard to Make Money

Indigo 9 Digital

Even when eCommerce drove growth for many retailers at the height of the COVID-19 pandemic some retailers decided not to jump on the eCommerce bandwagon. Trader Joe’s does not offer online shopping and does not plan to. to fulfill and ship that order which means Amazon loses money on many orders. But it costs $10.59

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GameStop’s Strategy, What You Need to Know

Indigo 9 Digital

The video game retailer became a social media obsession when a group of day traders bid GameStock’s price up early last year trying to make a profit while sticking it to short sellers who were betting GameStock’s stock price would fall. Many analysts are critical of GameStop because its turnaround plans don’t have any merit.

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Coping With Omicron Disruption Across the World

Rangeme

Retailers and their suppliers face a string of problems. With sick staff unable to work, suppliers are struggling to maintain output – and even when their products are ready, staff shortages and travel restrictions make shipping them challenging. Planning – have you made clear plans for alleviating the worst of the disruption?