Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 11, 2023

New research from Capterra finds that tip fatigue — exhaustion caused by the pressure to tip more money to a widening array of workers — is a serious problem affecting most consumers who use checkout tablets at restaurants and other businesses. Unfortunately for businesses, tip fatigue is hitting their biggest tippers hardest.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 7, 2021

Australians are tipped to spend $5.4 For the past two years, November has beaten December as the biggest month for Australian retail sales throughout the year,” Zahra said. “For For the past two years, November has beaten December as the biggest month for Australian retail sales throughout the year,” Zahra said.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 10, 2023

And, once upon a time, it applied to many things in life including retail purchases. But we’ve learned in recent years from the growth of Black Friday sales, that in more and more categories, you don’t have to give up convenience to get the best price. According to Forbes, retail Black Friday sales in the US were up 7.8

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 30, 2023

In today’s challenging business landscape, where profit margins are shrinking, supply chains are slow and uncertain, labor shortages are prevalent and inflation is a concern, it is crucial for retailers and brands to differentiate between understanding customer habits and fostering customer loyalty in order to succeed.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 1, 2023

Following a year of significant pull-back in 2022, venture capital (VC) and growth investors in private companies are continuing to be cautious with their money — a potentially long-term trend that’s impacting the growth trajectories of both emerging and high-growth brands in the retail sector. DTC and VC: Is the Honeymoon Over?

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 30, 2023

Everyone loves a good sale. Leasing a car should be no different, and finding a good sale on your next car lease would be easy, right? Sales tax is another cost that you will be charged in your monthly repayment for the full term of your lease. Are Discounts and Sales Legitimate?

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 21, 2021

Australians are tipped to spend $4 billion on Boxing Day this year – a premium on last year’s expectations of $2.6 As the nation bounces back, Australians are embracing shopping and are excited to hit the sales,” said Crous. The post Boxing Day spend tipped to hit $4bn this year appeared first on Inside Retail.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 19, 2024

With this uncertainty in mind, I spent time on Saturday, November 25, 2023 seeking out early ecommerce sales data from Black Friday to gain a clearer understanding of how the market was performing. According to online shopping data from Adobe Analytics , Black Friday sales were $9.8 of online sales (vs. of online sales (vs.

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Intelligence Node

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Introduction to Retail Pricing In a modern retail arena, data-driven dynamic pricing is the backbone of any strong, profitable sales strategy. The post How to Localize Your Pricing: Tips to Implement Zip Code Level Pricing appeared first on Blog. It’s the number that consumers look at when determining.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 17, 2024

More than 850 retail leaders from over 60 countries gathered in Paris this week for the annual World Retail Congress. How services drive sales in Crate & Barrel stores Like many brick-and-mortar retailers, US furniture and homewares brand Crate & Barrel has been on a digital transformation journey in recent years.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 18, 2024

With Gen Z now dominating the ranks of Australian retail workers, traditional learning models are failing to deliver for businesses. Now retailers are turning to new digital techniques that boost retention – and their bottom lines. It also helps retailers identify knowledge gaps among their staff.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 17, 2023

David’s Bridal has laid off approximately 9,000 workers and filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection as it evaluates its strategic alternatives, including a potential sale. The wedding retailer also expects to file bankruptcy proceedings in Canada and in the UK for its subsidiary there.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 1, 2023

Following a year of significant pull-back in 2022, venture capital (VC) and growth investors in private companies are continuing to be cautious with their money — a potentially long-term trend that’s impacting the growth trajectories of both emerging and high-growth brands in the retail sector. DTC and VC: Is the Honeymoon Over?

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 9, 2023

Pre-orders from major retailers like Tesco and Walmart are significantly down. If this is indeed a bellwether for the festive season, retailers could be in trouble. Cost-of-living pressures, inflation and interest rates are combining to make life tough in retail. Many retailers are doing it tough.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

Recent data from Airwallex , reveals a Q4 uptrend: Australians increased their online spending by nearly $200 during the peak sales season of 2023 compared to 2022. For many retailers, the stretch from January to October can be financially challenging, with the aim to break even or achieve slight profit margins in November.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

The retail industry has undergone a major shift in recent years, as customers’ expectations and habits have changed in the wake of the Covid-19 pandemic. With the return to bricks-and-mortar shopping, retailers are seeking new ways to connect with consumers in a personalised and tailored way. Thinking about going digital?

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 25, 2021

According to GlobalData’s E-Commerce Analytics , online sales in Australia grew by 16.8 She says online purchases of retail goods such as groceries and electronics grew strongly while sectors such as travel and accommodation were impacted by lockdowns. The post Australian online sales tipped to reach $91.5

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 5, 2022

Brand reliability is important, as are after-sales care and fast response times. For brands that do it right, the Japanese digital marketplaces and cross-border sales are there for the taking. Pro Tip: Evaluate how your competitors are presenting their brand experience. Does your sales volume justify cross-border shipment?

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 18, 2023

While retail sales may currently be bouncing back at a rate faster than predicted — increasing by 1.2% To continue on a positive trajectory, the retail sector must focus on the growth being driven by consumers’ continued adoption of online shopping. It’s crucial to maximize the performance of Google Shopping campaigns.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 6, 2024

With an ever-expanding market and many brands vying for attention, savvy shoppers understand the importance of hunting down sales to maximize savings without compromising quality. This comprehensive guide will delve into the strategies and insider tips to help you uncover sales while buying these gummies.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 31, 2023

This is Part 2 of The Holiday Readiness Series, which will feature tactical tips and takeaways from experts that retailers can still apply to rev up their sales results. Last year, holiday sales grew a modest 5.3% over 2021, according to the National Retail Federation. Put managers front and center.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 11, 2021

of retail sales in China will come from ecommerce in 2021. If the forecast bears out, this will be a major milestone for online commerce, marking the first time that digital sales will account for a majority of all retail sales in any country worldwide. of all retail sales in 2021, while in the U.S.

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Shopify

AUGUST 7, 2023

Setting sales goals will help you build a profitable retail business. Here are tips to help you and your team achieve and surpass your sales objectives.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 9, 2023

With this in mind, here are a few social media tips for startups that should help. Hire A Paid Social Media Marketing Expert Paid social media marketing can be an effective way for a new business to quickly increase brand awareness, drive traffic, and increase sales. Social media has a staggering 4.8

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 17, 2023

To say that the Covid-19 pandemic disrupted the retail industry would be an understatement. However, with international borders open again, and everyone seemingly heading to Europe in recent months, the travel retail market is booming. According to Research and Markets, the global travel retail market grew from US$68.91

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 2, 2021

Denise Vitola , VP of Integrated Brand PR, Influencer and Social at Bayer; Jamie Hess , Wellness + Healthy Living Expert and Social Influencer for @NYCfitfam; and Keith Bendes , Head of Brand Strategy and Partnerships at Linqia, shared five tips and lessons learned: Tip 1: Tap Influencers to Drive Ecommerce Content Strategy.

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Inside Retail

MAY 16, 2024

Inside Retail spoke to the designer behind the brand, Rebecca Vallance-Gasan, about starting her day at 4 am, a must for someone running a global fashion empire. Inside Retail: What inspired you to start the brand? After that, at 6 pm, I have meetings with the UK sales agents and PR teams.

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Small Biz Trends

SEPTEMBER 1, 2021

If you operate a retail ecommerce business, it’s never too early to start thinking about the holiday shopping season. With the ecommerce business market getting more competitive every year, especially around the holiday shopping season, you need to do more than ever to stay competitive and keep ringing up sales this year.

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Retail Focus

OCTOBER 10, 2023

People tend to only associate interior design with their homes, but it can also play a significant role in the world of retail. This is often down to poor interior design, making it challenging for retail businesses to keep people in their stores, and sell products. The importance of interior design in retail cannot be overstated.

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Retail Bound

MAY 7, 2024

Launching your product in-store with retailers can be an exciting and nerve-wracking experience. In this blog post, we’ll discuss some key tips on how to stock and display your product in-store with retailers. This will depend on factors such as the size of the store, the expected foot traffic, and past sales data.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 14, 2021

billion in the remaining 10 days to Christmas, according to the National Retail Association. “Although there is a growing trend that sees consumers knocking off Christmas shopping earlier than in previous years, the final 10 days is still a frantic time for retailers across the country.” The post Retail tipped to earn $20.5

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 11, 2023

In 2024, retail sales worldwide are expected to reach $30.6 increase over 2023 and the first time global retail sales are expected to surpass the $30 trillion mark. In fact, research from ESW found that 54% of Gen Zers and 56% of millennials believe it’s “irrelevant” whether an online retailer is located overseas or not.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 15, 2024

Photo: Retail TouchPoints) One of two Sanrio feature walls at Miniso American Dream. Photo: Retail TouchPoints) A massive screen covers the ceiling in the center of the store with a banner of the top brands represented displayed on the back wall. A Chinese retail brand investing heavily in U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This is Part 3 of The Holiday Readiness Series, which will feature tactical tips and takeaways from experts that retailers can still apply to rev up their sales results. Tip 3: Give Your Team Autonomy Over Creative Decisions Although Touchland has a small social media and marketing team, it is mighty.

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Retail Focus

MARCH 27, 2023

Pop-up experiences that last a few days or several months have been around for the last decade, but post-Covid we have seen a huge increase in this form of retail which is in large part driven by the increase in D2C brands looking to explore physical interaction with their audiences. Top tips for pop-up success #1 Exciting creative concept.

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Retail Bound

MAY 14, 2024

For many startups, that means a retail launch. Product retail launches can be a great way to get exposure for your brand and generate excitement around your product. A successful product launch in retail can give your product startup a huge boost, both in terms of exposure and sales. But they can also be a lot of work.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 16, 2022

The website also highlights several Black SMB owners offering personal tips and guidance on how they’ve found success using Meta’s business tools. The SMB Holiday Marketing Guide offers advice on using Meta’s tools and products to help retailers meet shoppers’ expectations and grow sales.

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