Inside Retail

MARCH 24, 2025

Personalisation is already an important factor in cultivating customer loyalty among Gen Z and millennial consumers, and they will be even more critical of Gen Alphas as their influence grows. The post The consumer preferences driving the next generation of e-commerce appeared first on Inside Retail Australia.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Why automation is non-negotiable Australian consumers expect fast deliveries, error-free orders, and seamless shopping journeys. Case study: Subo Products’ Black Friday win Subo, an Australian e-commerce retailer, struggled with shipping large volumes of orders until it turned to ShipStation’s automation tools in 2020. A forecast $69.7

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 1, 2024

As economic pressures persist and competition increases, customer expectations for shipping and delivery grow. Shippit’s latest State of Shipping Report for 2024 offers a comprehensive look into current trends and challenges facing retailers, shedding light on how businesses can adapt and thrive in this dynamic environment.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 1, 2025

The site was operated as a B2B2C marketplace where participating local Goodwills would list items on the site and ship the inventory directly to customers. This model can often provide better margins for operators than an Ebay -style auction marketplace like ShopGoodwill.com.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 23, 2025

Those boxes will then be shipped back to the retailers where the products originated, in the never-ending ebb and flow of goods sold-shipped-returned-resold that is commerce today. Once full, the large Gaylords make their way to shipping pallets and the smaller boxes are combined into more Gaylords. That mindset is changing.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 31, 2024

Arrive Recommerce will be responsible for receiving and inspecting inventory, assigning value and shipping items directly to customers. Ebay’s May 2024 Recommerce Report documented the growth of secondhand goods purchases, revealing that 70% of surveyed consumers planned to buy “pre-loved” items this year. “We

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 27, 2025

Australian retail is evolving at pace, and consumer expectations are higher than ever. Wunderkind s 2025 Australia Consumer Insights Report provides a deep dive into whats shaping online retail this year, based on responses from 500 Australian consumers.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 21, 2024

Online shopping is now easier than ever before, enabling consumers to purchase everything from socks to a dining room table from a computer at their home to a mobile phone in an airport terminal. The ease of online shopping also gives consumers the ability to comparison shop more quickly, showing them more options in less time.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 9, 2024

The trend is being fueled in part by the popularity of social media unboxing and haul trends, but also by an increased desire from consumers for experiences following the forced isolation of the COVID years. In fact, marketing agency Empower said its seen a 90% increase in consumer interest in the advent calendar category since 2020.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 17, 2025

She is SVP at the 65- year-old company, which supports and operates shipboard retail stores on nearly 100 ships operated by 15 cruise lines. Shaw: Its going to be very similar to what were doing on ships. We analyze every cruise line, ship and itinerary [in curating different assortments]. What will their memory be from there?

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 14, 2025

Indeed, 30% of consumers said they buy from online marketplaces a few times a month, while another 20% buy from them a few times a week, according to Bizrate Insights. However, 70% of consumers prefer shopping with specialized marketplaces over their mass counterparts, according to Boston Consulting Group.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 11, 2024

This has never been more apparent than now, as consumers look to elevate their in-store shopping experiences and expect the same versatility and ease that they have obtained with modern omnichannel retail. Consumers want to be part of an in-store experience that allows them a personalized, agile and enjoyable shopping experience in store.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 16, 2024

Additionally, if we promise to ship something by a specific date, they expect it to arrive on time. RTP: How do you use consumer and associate feedback to best prioritize your tech investments? Lockton: In addition to taking into consideration feedback and market and consumer trends, we are a test-and-learn company.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 11, 2024

With shipping rates climbing, retailers today are far less likely to be offering free delivery with purchases to encourage purchases – but they can still attract customers by offering delivery options to suit their budgets. And if they’re paying less for shipping, they are even happier,” says McGrouther. “We

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 1, 2025

According to PwC, businesses that reduce friction for consumers and empower all employees to make things right whether through returns, price adjustments or other policies bring higher customer satisfaction and more forgiveness. Delivering a smooth and frictionless post-purchase experience should be a top priority for every retailer.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 24, 2025

consumers returned $890 billion in merchandise in 2024, equaling 16.9% Returns should be frictionless; the consumer deserves it and should be accommodated, said Michael Brown, a Partner and Americas Retail Leader at Kearney in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. of all purchases.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 22, 2025

Furthermore, in logistics, the reduced volume and multiple sizing can allow for more precise ordering and transport volume, leading to reduced shipping, overhead and storage costs. Consumer benefits. Additionally, a notable positive example of the use of linerless labels comes from the fast food industry.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 31, 2023

by storm, rising to the top of the app charts and garnering millions of fans, until consumers began to realize the cost of those ultra-low prices — long delivery times and often poor quality products. From March 30 (3/30) to April 5, 2023, shoppers will have access to deals on thousands of products and free shipping on all orders over $10.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

In an era when online shopping is not just a convenience but a way of life, a new menace is plaguing consumers and retailers alike: porch piracy. The situation is particularly dire for younger generations, with over half of Gen Z consumers reporting that they have experienced porch piracy in the last 12 months.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 18, 2024

The global economy is still in flux,” said Rob Garf, VP and General Manager of Retail and Consumer Goods at Sales f orce at a recent media briefing. billion commerce-focused consumer interactions as well supplemental consumer research. So what does all this mean for the holiday season? Register here.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 9, 2025

To me this illustrates both how powerful gen AI-based solutions can be, but also the preparatory and ongoing work required to make them truly useful to both consumers and retailers. Reflections on Tariffs and Trade Disruptions PAN: Since the results of the U.S. administration.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 13, 2024

Seeking to compete with ultra-low-price sites such as Shein and Temu , Amazon has introduced Amazon Haul , featuring maximum prices of $20 and one- to two-week shipping times. There have been rumors of the move for months, and now the new shop is officially rolling out in beta. It will be available to U.S.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

However, what retailers must do now is respond as quickly as possible to shifts in consumer and competitor behavior. For example, the dockworker strike ended quickly, but still caused shipping backlogs. Meanwhile, it looks like Great Lakes shipping could be affected by higher-than-average precipitation.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 17, 2025

Consumers today are more conscious than ever, looking beyond just products and prices they want to support brands that align with their values, said Mareile Osthus, Humiis co-founder and CEO. Theyd love to see eco-friendly shipping options at checkout or the opportunity to opt in for a donation, said Osthus.

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 14, 2024

Meeting Luxury Consumers Where They Are (Image courtesy Whitman Family Development) The COVID-19 pandemic brought about many changes in the U.S., Meeting Luxury Consumers Where They Are (Image courtesy Whitman Family Development) The COVID-19 pandemic brought about many changes in the U.S., ACCESS Pop-Up center courtyard at night.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Integrating Search Functionality and Inventory Visibility Survey data reveals that two-thirds of consumers say they will leave an ecommerce site and choose another retailer if the item they intended to purchase is out of stock. This helps you provide transparency on shipping windows based on inventory supply.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 6, 2025

Whats more, Deloitte data shows that consumers using social media were four times more likely to add more to their baskets or make purchases of a higher value than they would when shopping off-channel. Adding an entire shopping ecosystem on top of social platforms only increases the amount of collected consumer data.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 6, 2025

In a recent Australian Competition and Consumer Commission hearing, the CEO of Woolworths cited the 6500 products across the grocery, household and personal care categories stocked in Woolworths that were now also being sold on Amazon. With respect to pricing specifically, also take into consideration Amazons free shipping minimums.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 26, 2025

A recent study found that three-quarters of consumers will avoid a brand after a cybersecurity issue, and more than 40% assume that brands are to blame when an incident occurs. Another survey of online consumer attitudes found that 84% wont go back to an ecommerce site after a fraud experience there.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 1, 2025

In a world where consumers can shop from virtually anywhere, ecommerce is no longer limited by geography. Evolving Consumer Behaviours Todays consumers are more global than ever. They want seamless experiencesfrom clear product information and localised payment options to transparent shipping costs and easy returns.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 21, 2024

” Aligning with the Demands of Today’s Consumers “Some of the language that I continue to hear when I go to many of [my go-to-market appointments] are things like, ‘What will our adjacencies be?’” Consumers are finding inspiration everywhere, and they’re more eclectic in their fashion choices. ” Hyman added.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 6, 2023

Some stats support the gloomy outlook: according to Kearney , 40% of consumers feel they have too many subscriptions, and subscription ecommerce is predicted to have its slowest growth year on record in 2023 ( Insider Intelligence ). Today, brands are competing for consumers’ share of wallet. The reality though is less stark.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 31, 2024

We’ve all heard that today’s empowered consumer demands seamless and consistent experiences, but new research from CI&T indicates that these expectations are higher than ever. consumers of all ages, races and genders, as well as an assessment of digital retail strategies across various product categories.

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Retail TouchPoints

FEBRUARY 17, 2025

Whether shipping directly to customers’ homes, enabling curbside pickup or restocking store shelves, consistently improving speed, accuracy and adaptability is crucial for meeting shopper expectations and maintaining market share. A multi-channel retailer and North Americas leader in womens apparel and lingerie with more than $1.75

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 12, 2023

These include a $10 monthly reward that can used for just about any purchase as well as 20% off CVS Health brand products, free one- to two-day shipping on online orders, free same- or next-day delivery on pharmacy orders and access to a 24/7 pharmacist helpline. The CVS Rewards Tracker. Photo courtesy CVS) Four years in, the program has 6.5

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Retail Focus

FEBRUARY 1, 2025

The partnership has also fuelled significant advancements in Dr Squatchs direct-to-consumer (DTC) operations, including quicker click-to-delivery, improved customer retention and hands-off fulfilment. It has also helped us improve service and reduce shipping costs exponentially in specific key areas.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 14, 2024

Online shopping delivery lead times are getting longer – and getting more expensive – according to research from shipping software developer Shippit. The company’s State of Shipping Report found that the estimated delivery time has risen from two days in 2018 to 5.6 Concurrently, the cost of standard shipping grew from $9 to $10.26

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