by Ben Freedman Retailers around the world have felt the impact of the supply chain crisis. While the problem may appear too daunting to solve, there are several opportunities that brands can seize to mitigate loss and build their customer support. How Did the Supply Chain Fall Out of Its Rhythm? Ultimately, the pandemic was […]
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How to Create Retail Displays That Keep Traffic Flowing
by Melissa Stivale As consumers become increasingly more confident shopping in-store again, it is vital for retailers to reexamine how to display merchandise in a way that grabs attention without causing crowding in certain areas. Men and women are both more likely to purchase items outside their identified need when physically in-store, compared to while […]
5 Do-or-Die Retail Trends for 2022
by Christel Grizaut The COVID-19 pandemic forced retailers to improvise and rapidly implement sweeping changes as they struggled to survive. Now, the chaos is gradually giving way to a new order, and as they look to 2022, many businesses are finally hoping for a more orderly and “normal” year. However, there is a catch: many […]
How to Evaluate Online Brands for Your Shelves
by Joe Zalta Ecommerce may steal the headlines in today’s retail world, but more than 90 percent of retail sales in the United States still occur in physical stores. This fact has led to an interesting emerging trend — a growing number of brands built and established in the online arena are now looking to […]
Strategically Grow Your Private Label with Science-Based Pricing and Promotions
by Cheryl Sullivan Independent retailers have struggled against proliferating online and brick-and-mortar competition for years. The pandemic only heightened the unpredictability of the fast-changing customer, competitor and shopper behaviors, as well as supply chain disruptions. The Imperative for Science-Driven Pricing and Promotions Fortunately, indie retailers continue to adopt science-based lifecycle pricing (which includes prices, promotions […]
Festival of Licensing Announces Exclusive Virtual Retail Program
by Informa Markets Festival of Licensing – the month-long virtual celebration of the global licensing industry running from October 6-29 – has announced its retail program, packed with exclusive content and expert advice for retailers at all experience levels. Three trusted industry partners will deliver on demand, never-before-seen content including: Trend Bible Mini-Series In the […]
How Retailers Can Protect Themselves Against Counterfeit Goods
Over a quarter of American consumers have accidentally bought at least one counterfeit product in the past year, and 52 percent of U.S. consumers have lost trust in a brand after buying a fake product online. 32 percent of American consumers believe online marketplaces should be doing more to stop the purchase of counterfeit goods, […]
Trends Fueling Retail’s Brick & Mortar Digital Transformation
by Derek Jones, VP Enterprise Solutions AMERICAS at Deputy Technology is seeping into every aspect of the brick-and-mortar experience, from customer communications to workforce management, payments, in-store product personalization, and more. In fact, a solid digital transformation strategy is now standard to survive in today’s infamous and often overblown retail ‘apocalypse.’ Take Macy’s, for example. […]
How to Create a Memorable Unboxing Experience
by Simon Pleass
Four Ways to Prepare Your Store for the Summer Rush
by Brooke Chaplan Most businesses benefit from the summer rush when it seems like the customers never stop flowing through the doors. Promotions, recent releases, and trends can all leave your store facing a sudden inflow of people wanting to buy your products. Preparation is critical for these times since potential sales are lost if […]
