Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2022

The holiday season is just as important for cannabis as it is for other areas of retail, with Green Wednesday (the day before Thanksgiving), Black Friday and the leadup to Christmas all driving sales spikes in 2021, according to Surfside’s The Season of Green report. You might as well ignore 4/20 if you’re going to ignore the holidays.

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I Vend

OCTOBER 10, 2023

As we race headlong into the holiday season, the best gift that retailers could receive would be…a crystal ball. Having the ability to predict the future, to know how shoppers are going to behave would make retailers as excited as a child finding a full Santa sack at the end of their bed on Christmas morning.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 6, 2022

Among its multiple impacts, COVID-19 accelerated an elongation of the holiday shopping season that was already underway. Mastercard Spending Data Reveals 4 Key Takeaways for Holiday 2022. But despite the rush, retailers still have multiple opportunities to maximize both in-store sales and online conversions.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 5, 2021

Holiday season 2020 has come to an end, so what now? Post-holiday season for retailers is a period of recovery centered around understanding what happened during the holiday and how to move forward with the transaction cycle, while also preparing for ongoing omnichannel business. Post-Holiday Challenges.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 27, 2021

The holiday season has always been prime time for retailers to roll out new marketing campaigns, events and experiences that draw people to their stores — and keep them there. Despite these reservations, 47% of consumers plan to shop in-store this holiday season, an 8% increase from 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 3, 2020

Returns are a cost of doing business for any retailer. In the wake of COVID-19, returns are receiving serious (and necessary) attention for several key reasons: Retailers are spending more processing returns in stores. For retailers struggling to avoid bankruptcy or emerge from it, a growing returns quagmire could be deadly.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 4, 2022

An even higher number, 74% of millennials said they would like to receive a pre-owned gift — just one sign that the potential for resale to become a regular destination for holiday shopping is even greater than many people realize. This year will be the biggest year yet for the giving of pre-owned items.”.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 26, 2022

In the face of these challenging factors, the stars are aligning to deliver another “unprecedented” holiday season for the retail industry. In fact, Salesforce has already predicted that the modest growth of the 2021 holiday shopping season could foreshadow this year , with Q1 data showing a 3% YoY decrease in global digital sales.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

Not only did the troubles of 2020-22 feel well and truly behind us, with retail and travel booming, but we got our first taste of ChatGPT and spent the holidays putting it to the test by writing greeting card messages, composing music and, more recently, creating new artwork.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 7, 2021

As New South Wales-based retailers prepare to open their doors on Monday, some for the first time in months, the industry as a whole is both incredibly excited and equally apprehensive. So, what are retailers the most worried about? Customer abuse. People are excited to get back to the shops,” Zahra said.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 8, 2020

How has American Eagle handled the pivot to ecommerce? The COVID-19 pandemic has been challenging for retailers with a strong mall-based footprint, but American Eagle rose to the occasion by tapping its most valuable asset: its Gen Z customer base. As we’ve reported publicly, our digital channel remains very strong.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 22, 2021

The industry already is facing a labor shortage approaching the holiday season, and the added pressure could further impact the available supply of store associates and other workers. In general, American businesses are prepared for what is coming. Retailers should already be planning for OSHA’s official ruling.

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I Vend

OCTOBER 16, 2023

Read how our analytics system helps retailers with personalization. As discretionary spend decreases in inverse proportion to cost of living increases, and consumers think more carefully about where they spend, retailers have to get really smart about strategies to win and retain their share of the market.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2020

As we approach the traditional sales window ahead of the holidays, retailers and brands have to move quickly to adjust their digital strategies due to the coronavirus pandemic. There’s still time to prepare for the holidays and become part of the m-commerce revolution. Don’t just take our word for it.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 30, 2023

The holiday is expected to see Australians indulge, according to the Australian Retailers Association (ARA), which is tipping consumers will spend almost $1.7 With that being said, how are the major chocolate brands in Australia preparing for the event this year? billion during Easter – a figure which is up 14.5

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 10, 2020

Retailers have reason for cautious optimism this holiday season: shoppers are expected to spend an average of $997.79 on gifts, holiday items and additional “non-gift” purchases, according to data from the National Retail Federation and Prosper Insights & Analytics. increase for retail overall.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 26, 2021

While the pandemic may have accelerated existing digital trends by several years, few could claim they were prepared for this. Consumers are currently more willing to pay for fast shipping and are more tolerant with slower delivery, given the prevalence of shipping delays throughout the pandemic and through the holidays.

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VMS

NOVEMBER 10, 2022

retailers prepare for the busy holiday shopping season, more than 60 percent say they are having trouble finding qualified candidates to staff their stores, while 45 percent claim to be struggling to fill contact center and back-office positions. These findings are from new research by Verint (Melville, N.Y.),

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 21, 2021

So there is a lot riding on how retailers prepare for the upcoming sale season as they look to optimise sales and profit. Considering the well-documented shipping delays experienced during the pandemic – along with the announcements already made by Australia Post and other shipping providers – preparing for delays is vital.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2020

Although marketers have been uber-focused on planning, achieving success during the retail holiday season is going to look very different this year. Here’s how to prepare now to make the most of this holiday season: Know your Sender Score. It is essential for senders to have an understanding of how MBPs see them.

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Independent Retailer

AUGUST 19, 2022

Keith Daniels, Partner at Carl Marks Advisors , advises brands to focus on merchandise that turns quickly and has performing margins in order to survive the holiday season. It may only be August, but July’s Amazon Prime Day event proved the holiday shopping season is already here. Top Findings and Predictions.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 14, 2020

COVID has pushed retail supply chains to their limits, from the initial stock-up period at the start of the pandemic to the unprecedented ecommerce rush of the holiday season. I think we have a responsive supply chain, it’s just going to be interesting to see what consumer behaviors stick and what are just temporary coping mechanisms.”.

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Independent Retailer

SEPTEMBER 8, 2022

From supply chain struggles and delayed shipments to empty shelves and increasing inflation, retailers are yet again facing a myriad of struggles this holiday season. The Evolving Holiday Shopping Period. How Can Retailers Be Prepared? Get Shoppers Excited with Early Access Waitlists.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

And when shopfloors get busy, a reliable payments solution is essential – which is why CommBank’s new Smart terminal is the perfect addition to your store this holiday season. This uptick looks set to continue as we head into the holiday season and consumers return in-store. That means merchants need to be prepared.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 11, 2021

I think you’re going to have a lot more of that once people return. . “During the pandemic, shoppers were really efficient,” said Tom McGee, President of the International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. Empty Mall Space Makes the Perfect Home for New Experiences.

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Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 3, 2022

According to Robinson, there are a few steps that retail businesses can take to help combat porch theft this holiday season: 1. Porch piracy will be one of the biggest obstacles facing e-tailers this peak season, with 210 million packages disappearing from front steps every year. The Costly Impact of Package Theft. Work with Your Carrier.

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Mass Relators

SEPTEMBER 22, 2022

. — Walmart is moving aggressively to position its stores as preferred holiday shopping destinations. The retailer said Thursday it was ready to serve its customers this holiday season by offering better value and a more convenient shopping experience. A family checks out new holiday toys in a Walmart store aisle.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 16, 2020

A one-of-a-kind year has led to a one-of-a-kind Prime Day, as economic and political pressures created a new slew of challenges for the shopping holiday. Proximity to Holidays and Elections Create a Unique Atmosphere. One of the most unique aspects of Prime Day 2020 is how it became the gateway to the holiday season.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 23, 2020

While news of potential COVID vaccines has many retailers anticipating a return to in-store shopping in 2021, this year’s Q3 financial results show that consumers’ hunger for ecommerce shows no sign of being sated. Long-Term Investments in Omnichannel and Supply Chains Pay Dividends at Big Box Retailers. for the quarter. in the U.S.,

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Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 14, 2021

Returns have always been a sore spot for retailers, especially right after the holiday season. Many customers consciously decide where to shop based on a retailer’s refund/return policies. What to Look Out For During the Holidays. Retailers should also be prepared for buy online, pickup in-store fraud.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Furthermore, one in two consumers surveyed said they would complete their holiday shopping entirely or mostly online this season and a further 32 per cent equally in-store or online. Enter Klaviyo – an intelligent marketing automation platform with the tools to help retailers optimise their BFCM success.

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Retail Bound

DECEMBER 3, 2021

As the holidays come and go, business owners search for holiday selling eCommerce tips. In most cases, your sales will increase around the holiday season. When the holidays are over most businesses suffer from a post-holiday sales slump. Tips to Prepare for the Post-holiday Slump in Sales.

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Hyken

DECEMBER 17, 2021

He writes about how SMBs can make the most of the holiday season by investing in proper protection. When the leftover turkey has been stowed away in the fridge and the football game has wrapped up, consumers will turn their focus to their holiday spending. Protect Parcels From Your Doorstep to The Customer’s.

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Independent Retailer

OCTOBER 3, 2022

consumers will do most of their holiday shopping this Black Friday, with 35 percent increasing their spend from 2021 levels. consumers will do most of their holiday shopping this Black Friday, with 35 percent increasing their spend from 2021 levels. Consumers are spending more discerningly to maximize their value-for-money.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 30, 2020

The final shopping lists that are created and shared by teachers will present “information that could reflect schools’ reopening plans and affect how much consumers actually spend,” the NRF reported in a press release. The excitement that typically surrounds the back-to-school season is being replaced by stress and uncertainty.

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Independent Retailer

AUGUST 8, 2023

The holiday season of 2023 is sure to be an exciting time for retailers, as consumers continue to look for the latest trends in wholesale products. To help them prepare, here are some predictions regarding upcoming wholesale product trends for the holidays this year. Any little problem can lead to cart abandonments.

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A1 Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

By Sandra Moran, Chief Marketing and Customer Experience Officer at   WorkForce Software The promise of the holidays keeps workers going in December, they celebrate with Christmas and New Year – and then comes January and February to bring employees back down to earth with the return to work, poor weather and squeezed bank accounts.

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