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Gen Z accounts for more than half of Australia’s retail workforce

Inside Retail

Generation Z was predominant in the retail industry last year, accounting for 50.4 Millennials accounted for 27.9 As of recent months, employment in retail is now 2 per cent higher than it was at the beginning of the year. per cent of the sector’s employees, a report by workforce management firm Deputy shows.

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Consumer groups welcome BNPL draft regulations

Inside Retail

Consumer groups have welcomed the Federal Government’s initiative to open a consultation on the draft legislation to regulate the Buy Now, Pay Later (BNPL) sector in the same way as other credit providers. “The one area we are looking at closely is what this will mean for accounts under $2000. .”

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Understanding Retail and Key/National Account Teams

Wiser

Understanding the structure of retail and key account teams within the Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) industry is crucial for anyone looking to make a mark in this field. Contributing author is Dan Ray, Director of Customer Success at Wiser Solutions. They ensure consistency in execution and performance across the board.

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How to Improve Digital Privacy and Trust Between Consumers and Companies

Retail TouchPoints

This flurry of legislative activity comes at a good time — and with good reason. Consumers are quickly losing trust, and companies must act swiftly and responsibly to restore it. This happens in an environment where consumer trust is already fragile. Following suit with GDPR and other jurisdictions globally, the U.S.

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How to Address the Needs of the Next Generation of e-Commerce Customers

Speaker: Jenn VandeZande, Head of Digital Engagement Strategy at SAP Customer Experience | Beth Scott, VP, Business Operations - Supply Chain | Nikki Grigsby, PHR, Chief Operations Officer at Syndigo | Levana Wang, Content Creator, Gen Z Expert

So, how can we take on this next, purpose-driven generation of consumers? What it means to integrate passion, ethics (transparency and accountability), and DEI&I accessibility. May 26th, 2022 at 9:30am PDT, 12:30pm EDT, 5:30pm BST This webinar will include: What the next generation of e-Commerce customers are looking for.

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What Every Retailer Should Do to Stop Account Takeover Attacks

Retail TouchPoints

Given that much of this compromised data will include email and password combinations, cybercriminals have been handed even more assets to perform Account Takeover (ATO) attacks. These attacks present a major threat to retailers and consumers, with research also revealing that 22%(24 million households) of U.S.

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Pricing and consumer perception: Why fast-fashion brands launch premium ranges

Inside Retail

Inside Retail spoke to Rosanna Iacono, CEO and advisor at The Growth Activists, to unpack the potential strategies driving fast-fashion brands to enter the premium garment space. Premium collections could be an attempt by fast-fashion brands to be seen as both accessible and aspirational shopping destinations for consumers.