Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 20, 2021
Kroger is testing an AI-powered shopping cart at a Cincinnati store, enabling shoppers to scan items and pay directly on the cart itself for a more seamless in-store experience. The new “KroGO”-branded smart cart, which is powered by tech company Caper, uses deep learning and computer vision to quickly recognize items placed inside the cart, eliminating the need to wait in a checkout line.
Tokinomo
JANUARY 27, 2021
How can you make sure that you reach the shelves of the biggest retailers? How can you increase brand awareness and customer loyalty? How can you promote your products efficiently?
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Intelligence Node
JANUARY 25, 2021
2020 was a whirlwind of a year not just for the global population, but for businesses too. The eCommerce landscape saw a major change, the likes of which were never seen before. eCommerce was picking up steam before the pandemic, but the pandemic propelled it to new extremes. The US Department of Commerce noted a […]. The post Preparing for 2021: Retail Trends & Shopper Expectations to Watch Out For appeared first on Blog.
Mike Anthony
JANUARY 13, 2021
Apparently, men and women are remarkably similar when it comes to shopping. Apparently that means that we can take a one-size-fits-all approach to how we market to shoppers. Really? If that were true, that would be amazing right? Our lives would be so simple! But before you dust off your beach clothes and plan to take the rest of the year off, maybe you should read the rest of this post first.
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I Love Fashion
JANUARY 4, 2021
Fashion Digital Marketing Agency. The advent of technology and digitalization have collectively been a concrete reason for the evolution of Fashion Ecommerce. Like other industry verticals, the Fashion eCommerce Marketing retail landscape has also endured a tangible change. Enabling consumers across the globe to shop their preferred commodities by leveraging flawless online transactions.
Small Biz Trends
JANUARY 19, 2021
Since its invention in 1960 bubble wrap has been an indispensable part of shipping. These flexible plastic sheeting containing small air pockets are used in cushioning items during shipment and storage. The bubbles of sealed air provide a flexible but durable cushion forming a sturdy barrier against impact. The advantage of bubble wrap over other packing and cushioning materials is its lightweight and protection from shock, vibration, and damage.
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Tokinomo
JANUARY 18, 2021
Technology is improving as we speak. Robots exist, IoT is here to support your business, AI can help you amaze your customers, and VR can help you travel in a different world.
Intelligence Node
JANUARY 11, 2021
The best thing about January is the opportunity to start again, a general optimism for doing better retail planning than last year. More so for retail, being one of the hardest hit industries last year. As retailers re-evaluate 2020’s retail planning decisions, the overarching theme for Budget ‘21 is ‘uncertainty’, given the current political […].
Mike Anthony
JANUARY 13, 2021
Apparently, men and women are remarkably similar when it comes to shopping. Apparently that means that we can take a one-size-fits-all approach to how we market to shoppers. Really? If that were true, that would be amazing right? Our lives would be so simple! But before you dust off your beach clothes and plan to take the rest of the year off, maybe you should read the rest of this post first.
Wiser
JANUARY 5, 2021
Why are some people willing to pay seemingly sky-high prices for certain items? In some cases, it could be they believe price and quality are intimately linked. Or maybe they want to splurge on something to show off to their friends, display their status, or simply treat themselves to a bit of luxury. The consumer psychology around luxury is fascinating.
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I Love Fashion
JANUARY 27, 2021
Fashion Digital Marketing Agency. The inclusion of the internet in human lives has transformed the way people live, work, and shop. The contemporary mode of advertisement for the brands, however, is not an exception though! Consequently, people have devised marketing automation for enticing their potential customers along with the incorporation of a few assuring sub-processes that together contribute to instigating more business leads.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 4, 2021
The repercussions to the traditional retail sector in the wake of the COVID pandemic are well documented and experienced far and wide. However, as social distancing reduces footfall and revenue in physical shops, placing malls and main streets at risk, ecommerce is experiencing record levels of growth. In the coming years, this booming online retail industry is set to be revolutionised by high-performance technology that’s more commonly associated with video games than digital shopping: implemen
Thrifts and Tangles
JANUARY 25, 2021
I moved from Las Vegas to LA a little over two years ago. Shortly after moving in, I. The post How to Find an Affordable Apartment in Los Angeles appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles.
Small Biz Trends
JANUARY 21, 2021
As a business besides making sure your products are shipped safely and on time you can also improve your image by showing you also care about the environment. By investing in eco-friendly packaging, you are showing your customers your sense of social responsibility. As a retailer, one way to instill eco-friendly practices in your business is to limit the use of plastic in your product packaging and shipping materials.
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Retail Adventures
JANUARY 20, 2021
Just because you fell in love with that item when you saw it at the last trade show you attended it doesn’t guarantee it will sell once it hits your sales floor. And when it doesn’t you need a plan to get rid of it so you can buy fabric that will sell. Let’s take a look at the things you can do to move merchandise that isn’t selling: What’s your turn?
I Vend
JANUARY 20, 2021
2020 was a difficult year for the world and offline retail in particular was hit hard. The COVID-19 pandemic saw the closure of many physical stores, brands disappearing, job losses and the disruption of supply chains affecting deliveries. However, innovation didn’t stop evolving, online retail boomed more quickly than ever before and delivery infrastructure became super sophisticated.
Dezeen
JANUARY 20, 2021
Norm Architects used natural materials such as oak, clay, linen and travertine to create a jewellery showroom in Copenhagen informed by modernist artists' studios. Located on Ny Østergade in the city's old town, the flagship store belongs to jewellery brand Dulong and features an open-plan layout broken only by a few existing cast-iron columns. Dulong's flagship store features travertine tables and counters.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 26, 2021
In 2020, more than any year since the advent of online and mobile commerce, consumers lost a sense of control. Online shopping became a refuge, not because of overwhelming convenience, but because contactless commerce was necessary. And because necessity births invention, intransigent store-based retailers were finally unable to rationalize kicking the digital transformation can down the road to next year’s budget — driven not by the prospect of growth, but rather survival.
Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron
2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt
I Love Fashion
JANUARY 30, 2021
Fashion Digital Marketing Agency. Are you sure, your eCommerce website structure isn’t costing you customers? Surprising though it may seem, but it only takes about 50 milliseconds for the users to form an opinion as to whether they like your website or not. Simply; whether they will stay or bounce off. Although it is commonly said that “don’t judge a book by its cover’’, yet the eCommerce websites are constrained to an absurd level of snap judgments that fosters the perception of credibility.
Shopperations
JANUARY 28, 2021
For the last couple of years, I have been doing podcast interviews with former CPGers who are running their own businesses. Recently, one of my subscribers half-jokingly told me "Don't forget to interview yourself!".
Small Biz Trends
JANUARY 25, 2021
Countertop displays organize a collection of items for your customers to browse and make selections. Be they brochures magazines, jewelry, or any item of interest they help boost visibility and sales. By placing them near checkout counters, they increase the chances of customers making additional purchases. They entice customers to make those last-minute purchases thus improving your bottom line.
Retail Geek
JANUARY 8, 2021
A weekly podcast with the latest e-commerce news and events. Episode 250 is a recap of the holiday commerce season, an update on #shipageddon, and other news from December. Subscribe: Apple Podcasts Google Podcasts Spotify Stitcher Podcast RSS SoundCloud TuneIn iHeartRadio Google Play Music Overcast Pocket Casts Facebook. ? ? ? ? ? This week we recap the commerce results for Holiday 2020 (including the data sources you can use to get a read for yourself), give an update on #shipageddon, and cove
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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. Instead, a worldwide pandemic shifted industry conversation from experiential retail and strategic partnerships to more simplified objectives like keeping customers and employees safe, store shelves stocked, and open signs lit.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 15, 2021
The first-ever all-digital CES 2021 welcomed 2,000 exhibitors that unveiled next-gen innovations across a variety of sectors, including almost 700 startups from 37 countries. Owned and produced by the Consumer Technology Association (CTA) , the virtual event featured product launches from startups to tech giants, keynotes from global industry leaders, live entertainment from Hollywood and more than 100 hours of conference programming. .
Fashion Retail
JANUARY 24, 2021
When I was 16 years old, I didn’t know what to study at university. I spent some time soul-searching about what subject I liked at school and why. I liked Economics but specially the social aspect of it. I have always been passionate about History and trying to put all the pieces of the puzzle … More Retail, culture and brands ethics.
Miller Zell
JANUARY 21, 2021
Miller Zell EVP & Chief Retail Officer Ron Lutz announced his retirement from Miller Zell this month. We asked him to write a few words in advance of his departure.
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Small Biz Trends
JANUARY 12, 2021
Keeping your small business open could mean tweaking your COVID-19 safety practices. Yelp is adding to their COVID-19 Section. They are adding customer observations on social distancing and mask wearing. There are also new content guidelines protecting businesses from unfair reviews. And new health and safety measures. The section already lets SMBs inform customers about their ongoing health and safety efforts.
Retail Pro
JANUARY 22, 2021
Digital acceleration will be one of the most popular topics in the retail world in 2021. Coming out of a pandemic-centric 2020, retailers expanded e-commerce capabilities, cultivated (and relied upon) core customers and became creative with customer fulfillment. How they … Continue reading → The post 2021 Retail trends: 3 ways to generate repeat business with offerings that build on each other first appeared on Retail Pro Blog.
Wiser
JANUARY 26, 2021
The only way that brands can understand their customers is by collecting data, but a recent shakeup that aims to improve consumer privacy and control is cutting off one key source: third-party cookies. Simply put: the phasing out of third-party cookies from Google Chrome will make it harder for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies to capture high-quality customer data from online channels.
Retail TouchPoints
JANUARY 13, 2021
The power of connected commerce became even more apparent over the course of the COVID-19 outbreak, with buy online, pick up in-store (BOPIS) and curbside services exploding in popularity. This phenomenon helped large, digitally savvy retailers like Target , Home Depot and Walmart thrive and earned them spots among the top 10 retailers in CI&T ’s Connected Retail Report , which was presented during Chapter 1 of the 2021 NRF Big Show.
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