Retail TouchPoints

JULY 27, 2021

That means more consumers are venturing out into the world — and going back into stores. Research from Springboard points to similar results: the company’s latest Retail Consumer Survey indicated that 56% of consumers were “very” or “completely comfortable” visiting brick-and-mortar destinations, a steady increase from the 50% figure in May.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 12, 2021

More than 800 customers completed the survey, which was designed to gauge confidence and overall satisfaction in the grocery shopping experience thus far during the pandemic — 97% of those surveyed had visited one of T&C’s stores within the previous month. It had been planned for years, but COVID-19 created significant urgency.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

DECEMBER 24, 2021

The Retail market landscape has seen significant changes in retail trends and shifts in consumer behavior since the coronavirus breakout, but the industry now appears more optimistic about the growth prospects. Adoption of the omnichannel distribution system and cross-channel marketing. New Look Stores.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 14, 2021

It’s no surprise that the pandemic accelerated the decline of brick-and-mortar retail stores in favor of the convenience of online shopping. Amazon and other online retailers are essentially logistics companies that have become today’s consumer interface to deliver goods to your front door within hours. Convenient? Not exactly.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2021

Building these experiences requires unified customer, inventory and fulfillment data used with a flat user interface (UI); natural interfaces like haptic, gesture, speech and sound interactions; and extended reality (ER) like augmented reality (AR) and virtual reality (VR). Content-Driven Immersive Experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 6, 2022

But while reports of the “death” of the physical store have been greatly exaggerated, it’s clear that while stores are still vital elements in the shopper journey, they will need to be rethought — and in some cases redesigned — to reflect consumers’ still-evolving preferences.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2023

Dick’s Sporting Goods , one of the largest sporting goods retailers, recently unveiled its House of Sports store with a running track, rock wall, batting cages and outdoor turf field. 5G can also connect mobile point-of-sale (POS) terminals , self-service kiosks, scan-and-go checkouts and other forms of frictionless shopping with ease.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2023

They covered how brands can provide elevated and curated customer experiences and how clear differentiation, and even re-invention, can be critical to meeting consumer demand and providing a sustainable future for retailers. What mattered was, were we serving the consumer in the way the consumer preferred?”

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 29, 2021

A toy shop that gave the world Barbie, Mr. Potato Head and other wonderful creations. We are thrilled to be taking the reins of the world’s leading toy brand at a time when the category is up 16% and consumer demand for toys is at an all-time high. Games, puzzles, action figures and outdoor toys were especially popular.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 31, 2022

Source: Coresight Research “Building Blocks of the Metaverse: 5G” Both at a consumer and an enterprise level, 5G is still in its infancy, but it’s expected to grow quickly and become the dominant mobile access technology by 2027 reaching 90% penetration in North America within that time, according to Ericsson.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 8, 2023

In yet another sign that the COVID-generated ecommerce surge has subsided, the Salesforce Shopping Index reported flat ecommerce sales in the U.S. In general the [consumer’s] expectation is that you’re up to snuff security-wise, and the value that’s being provided is so high that it creates a virtuous cycle.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

The pandemic’s impact on shopping habits isn’t abating: 66% of respondents will prefer home delivery over other fulfillment methods, according to a survey by Oracle. Adding to the overall shipping volume will be those consumers who would normally have purchased a gift in-store and brought it to the recipient themselves.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2022

New research from PwC has found that three in 10 customers are more likely to try a new brand — and that number is even higher among younger consumers. But winning (and keeping) customers’ loyalty is no longer confined to programs and points. Collect and Leverage First-Party Data . Invest in Your People .

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Retail Gazette

MARCH 5, 2024

The growing demand for luxury outerwear first started to take hold following the post-pandemic consumer shift towards wellness and healthy lifestyles. At the time, it was less about fashion and more about the technical clothing needs of alpine climbers, set against the backdrop of the Canadian Coast Mountains.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2023

In 2017, Polywood had a great product sustainability story (its outdoor furniture is made from 100% recycled plastic and comes with a 20-year guarantee) and a solid launching pad for direct-to-consumer sales (a 27 -year history of selling through big box, home improvement and specialty patio stores). said Narang.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2023

The Retail TouchPoints editors shared their takes on some of the most noteworthy and interesting ads from retail, CPG and technology advertisers: Temu Appeals to Billionaire Wannabes Perhaps the most notable new name that popped up in between plays was Temu , with its double-featured “Shop like a Billionaire” spot. The new U.S.

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365 Retail

SEPTEMBER 1, 2022

And with so much hinging on catching the eye of the new post-pandemic consumer, investing in and introducing digital solutions to your retail venture could be the difference between survival and collapse. This is already being used on a large-scale for screens at shopping centres, for example.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 18, 2021

The change in consumer behaviour brought on by the pandemic has been wide-reaching. By reducing friction in the shopping experience, the brand creates a differentiated experience from its competitors. Called The Journey, the concept store in Toronto immerses guests in the spirit of the outdoors.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Virtual reality functions and applications are emerging as innovative solutions to fulfill customers’ demands, playing a crucial role when facing the industry’s most pressing challenges. As for the colors, neutral, earthy tones will take center stage, as these are hues that evoke nature and bring the outdoors in to create calmer environments.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

In an exclusive interview with Taha Bouqdib, the president and CEO of V3 Gourmet, Bacha Coffee’s operator, we discussed the brand’s expansion strategy, and its vision for the future amidst evolving consumer preferences and global market dynamics.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 14, 2022

A retail business includes any company that sells goods or services directly to consumers for their consumption or use. But many now offer products online or over the phone and ship products to consumers. Coffee Shop. Coffee shops serve local customers fresh beverages and snacks. Ice Cream Shop. Candy Shop.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 29, 2021

Virtual reality functions and applications are emerging as innovative solutions to fulfill customers’ demands, playing a crucial role when facing the industry’s most pressing challenges. As for the colors, neutral, earthy tones will take center stage, as these are hues that evoke nature and bring the outdoors in to create calmer environments.

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Small Biz Trends

JUNE 1, 2022

Find fulfillment in your work: Helping animals can give your work purpose. You may feel more personally fulfilled and motivated. Those who love spending time outdoors can charge a small fee for daily or weekly walks. Start your own in-person or online shop to serve this niche market. 24 Amazing Pet Business Ideas.

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A1 Retail

JULY 8, 2021

Open Monday to Saturday 7am – 8pm and Sunday 10am – 4pm, the store caters for DIYers, local trade and those consumers looking for support on larger transformations with the retailer’s Design and Installation Services. Sunderland has a designated area for what the business names ‘Smart Fulfilment’. New store, new offering .

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Rangeme

JUNE 11, 2021

While this summer offers a little more freedom than summer 2020, as COVID-19 restrictions lift in various parts of the country, many consumers are still being cautious and sticking close to home. For these consumers, it means continued eating and entertaining at home. Shrimp—and anything else—on the barbie.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2022

Once again, we find ourselves amidst the festive season, with retail spaces battling it out for all-important consumer attention. While sales are always front of mind, festive retail spaces are more than just a shop-front advertisement. They allow customers the chance to share posts, tag the store, and build upon brand loyalty. .

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 12, 2020

On one hand, personal safety and security are still top-of-mind for consumers, driving changes in everything from online shopping to brick-and-mortar store layouts and delivery models. A starting point in approaching retailing in the time of coronavirus is to understand that it’s currently a tale of two consumers.

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Independent Retailer

NOVEMBER 2, 2021

About 43 percent of customers online begin shopping by going directly to the search bar to find their items instead of browsing by category. Meet Consumers Where They Want to Shop. “I By the time retailers react and have visibility, you will not be able to fulfill the order, which creates bad customer service.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 28, 2021

While we are taking care of our health, working from home, and shopping online, we are prioritizing people and the community. The disruption caused by COVID-19 has led to a re-appreciation of relatively compact, walkable neighborhoods, with a mix of uses and opportunities to interact with people outdoors. Bloomberg , 2020).

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 22, 2022

A lot of new marketplaces have sprung up in the last few years, but even among that now dense crowd, Shop Premium Outlets (SPO) stands out. First and foremost, Simon cares about happy, healthy retailers because those are their tenants,” said Neel Grover, CEO of Shop Premium Outlets in an interview with Retail TouchPoints.

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VMS

JANUARY 4, 2023

About 12 years ago, I was visiting Amsterdam and spent days wandering the city, eating stroop waffles, pancakes, drinking coffee and shopping along the Kalverstraat. The Kalverstraat is one of the main shopping streets in the city center of Amsterdam. in Singapore.

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Rain Pros

MARCH 22, 2024

Personalize the Shopping Experience Offering a personalized experience can set you apart in the minds of customers. Some products, like outdoor products, for example, have specifications which make them a better fit for some than others. Train your customers to make customer interactions more than just a transaction.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 29, 2022

But amidst the calm, there’s a flurry of activity as one group makes its way across the paved pathways of the outdoor shopping center. Their primary audience isn’t the handful of curious consumers here in Woodbury though — it’s hundreds of thousands of shoppers in China who are ending their day (it’s 10 p.m. festivities on Nov.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 16, 2024

Walmart Canada , in partnership with TerraCycle , will mark Earth Day on April 22 with a “Fresh Start” Day of Action, encouraging consumers to recycle their used blue Walmart shopping bags as part of a free national recycling pilot program.

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Rangeme

MAY 9, 2022

Whether our customers are dining in or shopping for a dinner party, they trust our advice and opinions on products. Arkwright: Once we fill our current expansion of tripling our seating and expanding our indoor and outdoor footprints, we have plans to grow our business even further.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

The retail industry in Malaysia has struggled during Covid, but shopping centre Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur has continued to find a way to reach consumers. It’s encouraging to observe similar trends in countries like China, where trends such as “revenge shopping” are aiding the country’s speedy economic recovery.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 9, 2022

Ecommerce juggernaut Rue Gilt Groupe (RGG) , also has its sights set on shaking things up in the online world of off-price through its new joint venture with mall operator Simon — a marketplace called Shop Premium Outlets (SPO). Ordering groceries online became a common practice during lockdowns, and many consumers haven’t looked back since.

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