Small Biz Trends

JULY 18, 2021

Online consumer purchases are increasing, and this means more shipping. And according to the latest research from ShipStation, more consumers are demanding shipping transparency from retail businesses. Consumers Demanding Shipping Transparency. ” Image: Depositphotos.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 12, 2023

Circular retail prompted by sustainably-minded shoppers, a revival in bricks-and-mortar demand and continued cost-conscious consumerism by price-sensitive shoppers were among the emerging retail trends for 2023, the latest research from Sensormatic Solutions , the leading global retail solutions portfolio of Johnson Controls , reveals.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 17, 2020

That’s why retailers and their ecosystem partners can better prepare for the future by understanding where they were already headed and compare it to the new trajectories created by the coronavirus. The reported focused on long-term trends, with an eye on how they have shifted in the relatively short window of COVID-19 activity. .

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Inside Retail

JULY 10, 2024

Shepard was inspired to start the brand based on his own experiences searching for such products, and he knew other consumers were looking for the same thing. Tapping into this much-underserved market has led to steady growth for Both& since it officially launched in 2020.

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Independent Retailer

JANUARY 20, 2022

However, there is a catch: many of the rapid-fire changes that retailers rushed through in response to the pandemic have proved surprisingly popular with consumers. Here are the five key trends that businesses should take seriously as they plan for the coming year: . Consumers are Looking for Happiness.

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365 Retail

NOVEMBER 1, 2021

But with seasonal trends continuing to fluctuate on a monthly basis, crazes can come and go in a flash. Continue reading to familiarise yourself with the top retail trends of 2021. . In 2020, social media giant TikTok entered into a global partnership with multinational e-commerce company Shopify.

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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. . For retailers, that requires a mix of customer data (what products saw sales spikes in 2020, and will they still be relevant in 2021?),

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Indigo 9 Digital

NOVEMBER 16, 2023

By Tricia McKinnon Over the past decade direct-to-consumer businesses have popped up in nearly every corner of the retail sector. From mattresses sold by Casper to prescription eyeglasses from Warby Parker ambitious founders have taken a page from Amazon’s playbook hoping to sell goods directly to consumers online.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 8, 2021

Fashion is cyclical and as trend cycles shorten, we are seeing nostalgic styles from just 10 years ago return to the forefront at a much faster pace. IR: What are some new denim styles that Levi’s is seeing consumer demand for at the moment? What has the consumer response to these collections been like?

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 2, 2020

For consumers, that’s a lot of power. And for retailers, that’s a lot of competition. Retailers that can provide a satisfying shopping experience have a strong advantage, but consumers are a demanding bunch. With such high standards set, other retailers must now keep up. Innovate Now, Invest For The Future.

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Rangeme

JANUARY 4, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has also played a role in the increase in consumer snacking—an NPD s tudy found that 37% of consumers felt it was important to have sufficient snack foods on hand during the pandemic. Upcycling is both a trend and necessity,” says Camilo Bernal, Co-Founder of The Other Side of Coffee. Are they organic?

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Retail Times

APRIL 6, 2021

Have a look and see if you can incorporate these into your retail strategy. The rise of e-commerce was a massive step forward in retail innovation. Amazon responded to the need for convenient, contactless grocery shopping through the use of their Amazon Go stores , which first opened in February 2020. Social shopping.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 23, 2020

Values-based buying — consumers consciously selecting products and companies that support environmental sustainability, social justice movements and a range of other causes — was already a growing force in retail before this year’s unique combination of COVID-19 and Black Lives Matter protests. Brands are 140%.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2021

The retail market size is continuously growing. According to a report from the National Retail Federation, the US retail sales in 2020 grew 6.7% What’s more, retail trade added 4.8 trillion to GDP in 2020, reports the US Bureau of Economic Analysis. trillion during 2020 ( NRF ).

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2021

It was a tough year for fashion shows in 2020, but now, they’re making a comeback. We chat with Natalie Xenita, executive director at IMG, which organises Afterpay Australian Fashion Week, about emerging local designers, her favourite trends and what we can expect from the runway.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 20, 2020

The 2020 holiday shopping season is anticipated to be remarkably different than any in recent years, especially when it comes to where people are expected to shop — online. With this in mind, delivery, logistics and distribution of inventory need to be top of mind for retailers.

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Rangeme

NOVEMBER 26, 2021

Like Janet Jackson, more consumers are asking brands, “What have you done for me lately?” In the past three months, more than 80% of consumers purchased a different brand from the one they normally buy and 44% said they would repurchase the new brand even if the original preferred brand was available again. August 4, 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 23, 2020

The “Clicks to Bricks” (C2B) movement is disrupting retail, and it’s here to stay. Several years ago, a handful of direct-to-consumer (DTC) brands expanded into the physical retail space. An Emerging Retail Trend. Today’s consumers are digital experts and gravitate toward online platforms where they can shop 24/7.

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Retail Next

FEBRUARY 11, 2020

Though some companies have struggled to keep up, others are adapting and revolutionizing the way modern retail operates. The rise of e-commerce has encouraged businesses to rethink how they communicate with consumers and manage their supply chains. Here are some of the most significant retail shipping trends to look for in 2020.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 13, 2022

The business restructure was driven by the brand’s desire to focus on direct-to-consumer sales and involved selling assets such as its B2B confectionary distribution business and the intellectual property of Chill Factor. billion in 2020.” ” Global supply chain challenges.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 19, 2021

Matt Moorut, principal analyst at Gartner for Marketers , recently explored the topic of livestreaming and offered practical advice for how retailers can get the most out of it. Retail TouchPoints (RTP) : Why are consumers flocking to livestream shopping? For younger consumers, this is an extension of the way they behave online.

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Indigo 9 Digital

JANUARY 17, 2023

Consumers around the world either couldn’t go to their favourite restaurant due to public health restrictions or they prefered to avoid going outside altogether. DoorDash’s revenues in fourth quarter of 2020 were up 226% to reach $970 million, Uber Eats’ revenues were up in a similar fashion by 224% to reach $1.4

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Retail Technology Review

OCTOBER 15, 2019

A shift in consumer behaviour has seen the retail sector transition from bricks alone to a combination of bricks and clicks.

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Rangeme

JANUARY 25, 2022

Over recent years, the vegan movement has thrived and the number of vegan products available has become increasingly popular as consumers choose more ethical buying practices. And since there’s no legal definition of either of these words, which term do consumers prefer? Vegan vs Plant-Based. What’s the difference? vegan) 26.9%

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Indigo 9 Digital

FEBRUARY 24, 2023

One of the biggest moves Wendy’s made on Twitter was when it took its account private in February of 2020. They are all empowered to tweet in the way they best see fit and as quickly as possible which makes sense as you can’t be a star on Twitter if there is a long bureaucratic process governing what is said in each and every tweet.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 19, 2021

December 31, 2020 marked the end of the Brexit transition period, and whilst many took a sigh of relief, in reality the Brexit effect had only just begun. Many retailers are already experiencing increased tariffs and supply chain snags , putting customer satisfaction at jeopardy. The shockwaves presented by Brexit are now imminent.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 14, 2021

2020 saw the Covid pandemic arrive and cause chaos among all manner of industries in the UK and across the world. Britain’s retail sector suffered the biggest drop in the total volume of sales since records were begun. It is predicted that over the next few years, around 80,000 retail units will close across the states.

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Rangeme

JANUARY 13, 2022

Everyone’s lives are different now than they were before March 2020. Most retail sectors saw growth last year, especially apparel, points Neil Saunders, Managing Director and Retail Analyst at GlobalData in New York City. Now socializing and back to work are on the horizon, and consumers are refreshing their wardrobes.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MAY 30, 2022

In the first quarter of its 2021 fiscal year (the three months ended August 30, 2020), Nike’s direct business was up 82%. That year Nike launched its Consumer Direct Offence , an initiative “fueled by Nike’s Triple Double strategy: 2X Innovation, 2X Speed and 2X Direct connections with consumers.”

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Inside Retail

JULY 27, 2021

Retail is constantly evolving in many ways within each country; India is going through an interesting phase. Overall, India has managed to leapfrog so many retail trends and is now honing its retail game to grab a larger share of the future. Theme 2: Retail’s tech tightrope. Theme 3: Networked commerce.

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Frank Mayer

JANUARY 5, 2021

When I wrote the “ What’s in Store for 2020 ” blog last December, I could not have predicted what was to come in three short months. My closing statement promised a bright future for retail and the point of purchase industry in 2020. Then 2020 fast-tracked these programs. So, I asked our Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.’s

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Indigo 9 Digital

MAY 3, 2022

Whether it’s Savage X Fenty or Fenty Skin or Fenty Beauty she has done what many retailers have struggled to do, make products that appeal to everyone. Her focus on inclusivity is striking a cord with consumers because it’s authentic. Take a look at how Fenty is winning over consumers by catering to their needs in four critical areas.

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Indigo 9 Digital

MARCH 9, 2023

By Tricia McKinnon 2020 is the year when the eCommerce narrative shifted in a major way. Before everyone was focused solely on Amazon but as retailers were forced to shift sales online during the COVID-19 pandemic a number of retailers came to the forefront with their eCommerce savvy and Walmart is one of those retailers.

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Rangeme

AUGUST 16, 2022

and is often a driver for consumers to visit a store —especially in the convenience channel. in the four weeks ending May 15, 2022, in all multi-unit retailers. according to the Office for National Statistics’ Opinions and Lifestyle Survey in 2020, 14.5% Other retailers. Wise retailers will add them to their shelves.

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Indigo 9 Digital

AUGUST 16, 2022

Another growth opportunity is apparel which is up 50% since Nike’s 2020 fiscal year. Nike has made a move over the last several years to grow its direct-to-consumer business. 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

APRIL 8, 2021

Welcome to consumer technology in the age of COVID, where tech gadgets of all kinds became an essential part of the way we lived, worked, learned, entertained and pretty much performed every other activity during 2020. Wellness has taken consumers way beyond Bluetooth headsets and fitness trackers. Take sleep, as an example.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 24, 2021

Across the board, 2020 was a momentous year for us all. Retail has never faced so many changes and challenges. While physical stores have spent much of the year closed, the pandemic period has driven innovation and fueled a huge acceleration in what were just emerging trends at the start of last year. Our Position on Retail.

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