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Retail’s Future is Phygital

Retail TouchPoints

Retailers need to make sure their in-store and online spaces can meet those demands. With more people returning to in-store shopping as the pandemic has eased, brands are leaning into the phygital trend by designing physical stores that reflect popular elements of the online experience.

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Does Procurement Play a Role in Retail Recovery?

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Do they invest in emerging business models such as buying online and picking up in-store, or doorstep delivery, or expedited return programs? Retailers will need to decide where to cut back and where to invest — and those are decisions where procurement, using current technologies, can generate real dividends.

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10 Common Mistakes Cashiers Make

Small Biz Trends

As a cashier, it is important to be able to do quick mental math and return the correct change to the customer. Clear policies offer clear roadmaps on how to navigate uncertain situations, offer direction and instill accountability. Not Conducting Refund and Return Transactions Correctly. Ringing in the Wrong Total.

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From Clicks to Bricks: Expanding Brand Loyalty Through Physical Stores

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Now may be the perfect time for more DTC brands to explore physical retail — in a post-COVID-19 landscape with prime real estate more affordable than ever, and shoppers seeking social interaction as they become comfortable visiting retail stores again. An Emerging Retail Trend. According to the U.S.

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Retail Trends in 2021 — Overcoming 2020’s Challenges

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Now the store is viewed as a flexible asset, capable of fulfilling a variety of needs: Distribution center supplying inventory to other locations Ecommerce fulfillment Amazon return hub Curbside pickup Private bubble/pod shopping location Retooled for more buying, less shopping Emphasis on health and safety, contactless shopping.

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How to Sell on StockX

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This guide will take you through the process of selling on StockX, including how to set up an account and the benefits and drawbacks of selling on StockX. Buyers can find sneakers at less than the retail price, making it an attractive purchase for them, especially for a serious sneakerhead! Making an Account. What is StockX?

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Retail Statistics You Should Know

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Here are interesting data from the National Retail Federation report to help you assess how big the retail industry is: Retail supports 1 in 4 American jobs, which is over 50 million American workers. The contribution of the retail industry reaches around $1 trillion Direct Labor Income. economy is retail, now you know.