by Naomi Wheeless Hoping that the worst of the pandemic is behind them and their communities, many shops are preparing to reopen after extended closures and looking for the best ways to safely welcome back customers. Businesses need to consider a variety of new normals, like ways to keep customers socially distanced, minimize contact between […]
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America Is Back In Business
Brick-and-mortar shops are slowly opening their doors. Restaurants and bars are now offering limited seating. Hair salons, nail salons, barbers, and doctors’ offices are also following suit. America is finally opening their doors and back in business. At this time, indie retailers are looking to restock their shelves to keep up with consumer demand. Even […]
The Pains of Selling CBD Online and How to Get Around Them
Any retailer who sells CBD through an online platform knows how troublesome it can be. Since the Food and Drug Administration has only approved CBD as a prescription drug, and many state laws differ about the sale of CBD products, it is quite risky to sell this hot commodity without needing to jump over numerous […]
Holiday Shopping Meets Social Distancing: How to Prepare for Retail’s Busiest Season
by Tom Ertler A recent Bloomberg article predicts that even though the U.S. economy is set to reopen soon, the peak shopping season could be filled with “lumps of coal.” This is a festive metaphor that no retailer wants to hear. However, after many months of relying solely on online shopping, many shoppers are itching […]
The 5 Top Areas Retailers Plan to Improve During Reopening
by Bobby Marhamat Savvy retailers recognize that the tactics which served them well before the COVID-19 pandemic may not lead to the same success in a post-pandemic world. As consumers become increasingly selective about where they spend their time while out and about, stores must create the best in-store experiences possible to woo the masses. […]
Open the Gates: What Will Your Customers Do Next?
by Vladimir Kuchkanov It seems that COVID-19 related news is fading away. Even though according to WHO, it is too early to relax restrictions, a number of European countries, including Spain, Italy, Greece, and Austria, are planning to open their borders for tourism in the next few weeks. Even the New York Stock Exchange (NYSE) […]
The Grand Reopening: How Retailers Can Stay Ahead of COVID in the Months & Years Ahead
by Kevin Grauman The reopening of in-person commerce is finally a reality we can celebrate. Unfortunately, this pandemic is not over, and it may be months — or even longer — before we are in the clear. Until then, it is up to each store to maintain a safety standard that will allow for the […]
Survey Finds Improved Cleanliness Practices Ranked #1 Among Business Changes for COVID-19
by Intouch Insight A recent survey of consumers from across Canada and the United States conducted by Intouch Insight reveals a fundamental shift in the drivers behind shopping and buying patterns. Where loyalty and brand reputation reigned supreme just a few short months ago, findings show that businesses need to re-prioritize safety and cleanliness to […]
Baby Boomers & Gen Z to Lead Rebound in Foot Traffic to Brick-and-Mortar Businesses Post-COVID-19
MomentFeed, the leading provider of Proximity Search Optimization, recently released data from a new survey – “Impact of COVID-19 on National, Brick-And-Mortar Brands.” The latest round of results sheds light on how each generation is being impacted and provides clues for how brick-and-mortar brands should approach them as the economy reopens. The survey found that […]
Report Shows Timing of Reopening is Important in Determining Business Success or Failure for Retailers
by Alexander Babbage As part of an ongoing survey, a report, the Babbage Pulse, demonstrates retail recovery will depend on how different communities have responded to the seriousness of the virus and sheltering in place. Babbage Pulse was created by Alexander Babbage, a leading national research firm. Consumers have been tracked weekly since March 20 […]
