Retail Focus

JUNE 17, 2021

Retail Focus recently caught up with Jaya Singh, TFWA President to discuss his election as president, bringing the industry together and retail trends following the Covid-19 pandemic. At TFWA, we’re planning for a vast spectrum of scenarios at a very detailed level. Jaya Singh, TFWA President.

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Indigo 9 Digital

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

Then there are those pesky returns. How often have you bought something online, then returned it without a second thought? For the retailer that’s a cost that eats into profits. Customer returns are also a thorn in Casper’s side as it is for many retailers. million on “refunds, returns, and discounts” in 2018.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MAY 19, 2023

Primark is one of the fastest growing retailers in Europe with plans to have more of a presence in the United States. When you look at the retail sector it tends to be the top of the market, luxury retailers and the lower end of the market, discount stores that perform the best. Returns made in store are also free.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JANUARY 31, 2023

Speaking about this Bob Nelson, senior vice president of financial planning and investor relations at Costco said : Costco generates “very little money” on the combo deal, but “we get so much more mileage out of it than we would by raising the price to $1.60 Costco’s hotdog combo is actually the same price it was in 1985.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

Disruptions to the global supply chain at the start of the pandemic, in 2020, triggered a mass cancellation of orders and forecasts by retailers and suppliers, Mittoni observes. ” Big plans for 2022. “In the toy e-commerce industry, we experienced increased demand,” he says.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 23, 2020

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. Boost customer touch points.

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A1 Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

The Little Black has returned, alongside the Show Guide and the Spring Fair app, giving buyers the tools they need to plan their visit. Each sector now has dedicated community support manager to assist buyers in planning ahead for the show, and to provide support onsite and post-event as needed.

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A1 Retail

SEPTEMBER 15, 2021

Consumer appetite is here to stay as two in five Brits with subscriptions plan to take out more subscription services because of the convenience they offer. Marc Pettican, President of Barclaycard Payments, said: “We’ve seen many retail trends accelerate since early 2020 and food and drink is no exception.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 23, 2021

Here, we ask Whitehead about the role of the shopping centre in the age of e-commerce and what retail trends he’s got his eye on. Inside Retail : What have been the biggest changes at Chadstone over the past 60 years? The post How Chadstone became Australia’s most profitable shopping centre appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Frank Mayer

JANUARY 5, 2021

You’ll be relieved to hear they all agreed on one major point – physical retail will eventually rebound. With recent news of a vaccine, many noted the promise of safer shopping excursions will be met with eager shoppers ready to return to some normalcy. And to merchants, it became a crucial game plan to weather the storm.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MAY 4, 2023

Add to that, Dollar General plans to open 1,050 stores in 2023. Dollar Tree which is planning to open as many as 650 stores this year. It’s something that takes months or years to plan, build and implement and it requires tremendous resources. Successful retailers have long known about the power of a strong private label brand.

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Wiser

SEPTEMBER 28, 2017

Retail Dive reports on a key omnichannel holiday strategy, “Holiday shoppers will take advantage of omnichannel retailers, with 40% of them buying online and picking up in-store. In-Store Returns . Making returns easier for shoppers removes some of the barriers to checkout. Ship from Store .

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Rangeme

JANUARY 11, 2022

How the retail and CPG workforce will look in 2022. Around the world, back-to-the-office plans remain in flux due to the rapid rise of the Omicron variant. Leading American businesses across sectors, including retail, have put their return to the office on indefinite hold. 1 Evans, Pete. December 17, 2021. , The Guardian.

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Indigo 9 Digital

SEPTEMBER 19, 2022

If you do subscribe to our retail trends newsletter to get the latest retail insights & trends delivered to your inbox. Amazon says it has no current plans to open any additional salons. When customers leave the store their Amazon account is automatically charged. Amazon now has 30 Amazon Go stores.

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Inside Retail

MAY 11, 2021

What are some of the interesting bridal trends in the US at the moment? I think the whole concept of “less is more” is really ingrained in a lot of customers’ wedding planning right now due to the pandemic. I think moving forward, many retailers will continue with these options for brides, so it will be fun to see how they pan out.

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Indigo 9 Digital

DECEMBER 7, 2022

What often makes eCommerce difficult is returns. Then, there is the issue of sizing which is not standardized across retailers. While retailers are frustrated by the volume of returns they receive there is a genuine level of friction in the online shopping process. billion of those returns were claimed to be fraudulent.

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V Count

DECEMBER 3, 2021

In addition to the winter holidays, here are additional high-traffic holiday periods to plan for in retail: . Identify Holiday Retail Trends & Optimize Storage. People are returning home from their summer holidays, and families are getting ready for school. Halloween . Back-to-school season. Valentine’s Day.

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Rangeme

AUGUST 1, 2022

Your future plans should also help guide the conversation with a potential fulfillment partner. A good 3PL will ask whether you plan to expand internationally and how you anticipate your order volumes changing over the next months or years. Where are you growing? Questions to ask a potential fulfillment partner.

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Indigo 9 Digital

APRIL 28, 2023

Since this concept has had great success Chipotle plans to add Chipotlanes to 90% of its stores going forward. “By We could see that the sales margins and returns are far higher in restaurants that had a Chipotlane versus non-Chipotlane.” To help reach this goal in 2023 Chipotle plans to open 255 - 285 stores.

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Mass Relators

MAY 25, 2021

Experts from NPD focused on the key opportunities and challenges faced by retail companies and brands, as retailers and consumers begin to emerge from the global pandemic. Following are four important overarching retail trends to watch in the coming months: Experiential spending returns.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2021

My friend, the future of retail is bright and you can rest assured that the retail apocalypse is not going to happen anytime soon. We have compiled all the critical shopping statistics here to help you keep up with the latest retail trends. 67% of customers admit that they bought something else while returning a product.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MARCH 9, 2023

66% of consumers surveyed said “best value for money” keeps them returning to a brand, taking the top spot in terms of consumer preferences. Some of the most successful retailers today include Dollar General, Dollar Tree, Target, Costco and Walmart. Dollar General, for example is planning to open 1050 stores in 2023.

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Rangeme

MARCH 18, 2022

Natural Products Expo West made its return at the Anaheim Convention Center March 8-12, 2022, and it was quite a different event from where we left off back in 2020 when the world as we knew it changed. Want to leverage more insights when connecting with retail buyers? Are you a supplier looking to get certified?

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Rangeme

JULY 26, 2022

As pandemic guidelines relax, consumer packaged goods (CPG) brands feel a growing urge to get out and network face-to-face with global retailers. If you plan to attend, exhibit, or speak at an international trade show, consider the following best practices. 7 Top tips on how to plan a business trip. 2 Hegel, Theresa.

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Rangeme

MAY 6, 2022

Research is vital to prove your market value, especially if you plan to export your products to the hyper-competitive U.S. This information will help you develop a business strategy and validate your business plan in the U.S. Their services usually include storage, packaging, labeling, shipping, and returns. Review U.S.

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Small Biz Trends

OCTOBER 21, 2021

Negatively impact profits: Having few customers will in return also negatively affect opportunities to make a profit. Use Google trends and keyword research to do your competitive research. Create a Niche Marketing Plan. Some of the things to include in your niche marketing plan: Your business objectives for your niche market.

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Small Biz Trends

NOVEMBER 25, 2020

And select purchases also come with free two to three day shipping and free extended returns. Those who need new phones or mobile plans can take advantage of deals from T-Mobile. The wireless carrier is offering free iPhones with new plans and eligible trade-ins. And Surface Duos are up to $200 off.

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Indigo 9 Digital

APRIL 11, 2022

A small detail like this can make a customer laugh creating a positive experience enticing them to spend more and return again next time in search of a shopping experience that simply feels better than others. If you do subscribe to our retail trends newsletter to get the latest retail insights & trends delivered to your inbox.

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Rangeme

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Growing your business takes careful planning. Companies returning to fund additional deals often see their rates fall each time. . ? If you’re like many small- and medium-sized businesses, allocating financial resources to cover set expenses, investments, and finance growth strategies is where creativity and resourcefulness are needed.

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Rangeme

MARCH 4, 2022

The application form should be filled and returned to us. S t ep 3: Accept and get your audit plan. Once an auditor is assigned, an agenda and audit plan will be sent to you. If you already know which program is best for your business, you can request by the email above its application form directly. Step 4: Audit review.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JUNE 22, 2022

Like Zoom and Peloton and other pandemic success stories that are struggling as consumers return to their pre-pandemic behaviour there are concerns about Instacart’s future. They need to show how they plan to stay relevant.” Echoing this sentiment James McCann, CEO of Food Retail Ventures said “growth rates have normalized.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JUNE 13, 2022

Customers that were loyal to you don’t always return even when you are trying hard to get them back. But Tim Hortons, which started working on a turnaround plan in 2020, has been successful in improving its business. By the end of last year Tim Hortons had 300 restaurants in China with plans to increase that number to 2,700 by 2026. “It

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Rangeme

DECEMBER 16, 2021

October 4, 2021 Anticipating transit delays, proactive retailers like Mastermind Toys placed product orders six to eight weeks earlier than usual this year. Canadian retailers take to the skies to mitigate holiday supply chain woes. Study: 98% of retail execs report supply chain issues ahead of holidays. Retail Dive.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 13, 2021

Nothing about 2020 was normal — in fact, for many retailers, the phrase ‘hindsight is 2020’ is one they should reconsider using. . Despite the economic downturn, holiday sales were up 8.3%, according to the National Retail Federation (NRF). Typically we could count on this data to guide us as we plan for the next holiday season.

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RETAIL MANAGEMENT SOFTWARE

OCTOBER 22, 2020

While brick and mortar stores still play a strategic role in this market vertical, online shopping has skyrocketed, and with $294 billion expected in online home furnishing sales by 2022, retail store owners can no longer afford to miss out on the opportunity to ramp up their cross-channel game plans.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 25, 2020

With retailers continuing to reopen their doors to the public, the question remains — what COVID-19-necessitated retailing strategies will make their way into go-forward plans, and which of those will be forgotten? This applies not just to consumers but to workers returning to retail stores as well.

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Retalon

FEBRUARY 15, 2024

Articles from Retail Dive and Velvetech highlight the strategic value of predictive analytics in retail, emphasizing its role in navigating through the complexities of today’s market. According to Forbes, emerging retail trends underscore the importance of adapting to new technologies to stay competitive.

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