Retail Focus

AUGUST 25, 2024

Consequently, these innovations are transforming the retail scene and deeply impacting how consumers behave. From personalized shopping experiences to seamless omnichannel services, digital tools are setting new expectations among consumers. Enhanced Customer Experience: Chatbots enhance the shopping journey.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 12, 2023

Social commerce – shopping on social media platforms – is expected to reach US$1.2 Hootsuite contends that 81 per cent of shoppers research products on Instagram and Facebook, and that shopping is a top priority for 48 per cent of Pinterest users. Meta recently introduced a feature allowing for shopping through DMs.

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Inside Retail

JULY 23, 2024

The top five digital trends Marija Milasevic from Euromonitor shared the leading consumer trends defining the industry, starting with how digital-savvy customers are demanding a more tailored experience. Growing numbers of consumers cite social media channels as their preferred means of product discovery. And quickly.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 14, 2022

Having embraced digital shopping channels during the pandemic, Australian consumers have become well used to the personalisation and tailored content offered online. So how can physical retail stores replicate the experience and deliver an equally personalised interface for customers?

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 15, 2024

If day one of the National Retail Federation’s annual conference, Retail’s Big Show, was all about AI, the overarching focus of day two was learning how to appeal to the modern consumer, especially Gen Z. It has to be authentic, you can’t try to control it, and let them [Gen Z consumers] express themselves.”

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 27, 2023

This is not just a transient trend but a robust response to the changing consumer, who now craves the tactile satisfaction of in-store shopping along with the personalisation and convenience of online commerce. Today’s consumers might browse products online and then feel, try and buy them in physical stores.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 13, 2021

The retail sector has undergone an upheaval during the pandemic, with a dramatic shift in shopping behaviours online and in-store. According to the CommBank Consumer Insights Report May 2021, the experiences during the pandemic last year greatly impacted how consumers think, act and shop. consumer-insights.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2023

With the return to bricks-and-mortar shopping, retailers are seeking new ways to connect with consumers in a personalised and tailored way. Enter digital signage and kiosks, which are transforming the in-store experience and helping retailers deliver a customer experience that matches consumers’ online shopping expectations.

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Inside Retail

JULY 23, 2024

The top five digital trends Marija Milasevic from Euromonitor shared the leading consumer trends defining the industry, starting with how digital-savvy customers are demanding a more tailored experience. Growing numbers of consumers cite social media channels as their preferred means of product discovery. And quickly.

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Inside Retail

JULY 8, 2024

The reported closure of Microsoft’s brick-and-mortar stores managed by authorised retail partners in China has raised questions about the tech giant’s strategy in the world’s second-largest economy and whether the move is counterintuitive when the market’s consumer electronics sector has seen a sign of recovery. billion, in 2023.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2021

People were shopping in stores and Black Friday, Cyber Monday were becoming successful sale events on those specific days. But people were starting to shop for Christmas around that time. In November, consumers became aware of global supply chain issues, spiking fear into them that Christmas shopping may be a major challenge.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 29, 2021

Lacoste Japan, operator of the French premium casual brand, has collected zero-party data based on the consent of the consumer in preparation for the upcoming restrictions on the use of cookie data. Consumers were asked to choose their favourite long sleeve polo colours and vote against other colours. Campaign objectives.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2022

And although Google’s privacy pivot is a win for privacy-conscious consumers; it’s a headache for retailers who rely on these third-party cookies to advertise effectively. And the reason is simple: this preference data comes directly from the consumer so there are no intermediaries – no guesswork. As the cookie crumbles.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 22, 2023

Consumer demands for curated ads from trusted brands is prompting retailers to tap retail media opportunities and open up new revenue streams from monetising their first party audiences, according to the latest research from ADvendio , the leading omnichannel advertising solution provider.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 27, 2023

There are plenty of ways you can optimise your customer engagement this BFCM. Get in front of your customers (or in their pocket). SMS is just about the easiest way to reach customers, and we should know. During Black Friday, customers are bombarded with choices. Here are just some of them. Think again.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 13, 2022

SMS marketing is a staple in today’s direct-to-consumer toolkit, opening new opportunities for customer engagement, retention, and revenue growth. These Australian brands have told us exactly what prompted them to add SMS to their marketing strategy, along with which texting tactics have worked best for them so far.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2023

This increase in visibility not only increases visibility, but also increases the likelihood of impulse purchases, turning a casual passerby into a satisfied customer. Creating a Memorable Shopping Experience In an era dominated by online shopping, the physical retail space must offer an experience that transcends the transactional.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 20, 2024

Australia, like many other regions, is witnessing a significant shift in consumer behaviour, with e-commerce playing an increasingly integral role in the retail landscape. This year, leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) for personalised recommendations, targeted marketing, and tailored shopping experiences is a game-changer.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 13, 2024

In a supermarket in southern China, live fish swim around in a glass tank bearing a QR code for customers to scan for information about where the fish is from and details of provenance and sustainability in its farming or capture. Spurrell and Xu spoke about the evolution of grocery shopping behaviour in China.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

The retail industry in Malaysia has struggled during Covid, but shopping centre Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur has continued to find a way to reach consumers. It’s encouraging to observe similar trends in countries like China, where trends such as “revenge shopping” are aiding the country’s speedy economic recovery.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 1, 2023

Growing consumer expectations of free delivery and free returns are placing pressure on retailers who on one hand recognise customer demand, but on the other are trying to reduce their operating costs. Pope believes younger consumers are more aware of the sustainability considerations of returns than older generations.

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Inside Retail

JULY 25, 2024

In today’s dynamic retail landscape, consumer expectations are evolving rapidly. Customers no longer distinguish between online and offline shopping; they demand a seamless, integrated experience across all channels. Benefits for retailers and consumers There are many advantages of omnichannel commerce.

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Inside Retail

MAY 27, 2021

While looking for growth solutions, EziBuy shared their goals with Rokt , an AI powered technology company that helps e-commerce businesses personalise the purchase experience for each customer in the Transaction Moment. Consumers say they want relevant communication, and retailers say that it is a crucially important effort.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Previously, the focus has been on using customer demographics and historic purchasing data to tailor the shopping experience, with real-time recommendation engines creating highly curated product promotions. Retailers wont simply be guessing based on customer data. Another example is online grocery shopping.

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Retail Focus

MAY 25, 2022

Nicky Lovell, Head of Outlets and Retail Business Development at Global Mutual comments: “Retailers are increasingly moulding portfolios to enhance overall brand visibility and grow customer engagement; outlet settings are an important part of that strategy and offer improved lease flexibility with rental commitment that is aligned to sales success.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2024

It’s no secret that consumer-facing retail has had a tough year trying to stay price-competitive for customers. The trading update also confirmed that Myer’s board has been undertaking a comprehensive search for a new chief executive officer to build on and expand King’s customer-centric initiative.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 8, 2022

Gifts have long since been a consumer favourite for Valentine’s Day celebrations. It’s a way for consumers to show their loved one’s admiration and gratitude on a love-filled day, yet as the global supply chain disruption lingers into 2022, consumers are becoming more reluctant in purchasing presents for this shopping event.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 7, 2023

Hyperphysical experiences benefit retailers, particularly in appealing to the Gen Z audience, who seek more than just a transactional shopping process. The Hyperphysical Retail Revolution Hyperphysical retail is an innovative concept, heralding a new era in the world of luxury shopping.

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Retail Focus

JULY 3, 2024

Through their significant influence, luxury brands can shape consumer behavior and industry standards, setting trends that can cascade down to more accessible markets. Furthermore, luxury brands have the potential to educate and engage their customers on sustainability.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 7, 2024

A recent global study conducted by the IBM Institute for Business Value sheds light on the escalating discontent among consumers with traditional shopping experiences, both in-store and online. The study reveals a significant appetite among consumers for AI-driven enhancements to their shopping journey.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 4, 2022

The past 2 years have resulted in some major changes to the retail industry, such as a significant increase in online shopping, the rise of localisation and other changes in consumer behaviours. Pre-pandemic, engagement with global environmental issues was mired in a false sense of security and widespread apathy.

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Retail Focus

NOVEMBER 22, 2023

The holiday season’s magical air of celebration and joy influences how people shop and engage with brands. Luxury pop-up stores become essential brand levers amid the bustling atmosphere, presenting a distinct and enchanting shopping experience for consumers.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 5, 2023

The impact of inflation and the rising cost of living has radically changed the way Australians are shopping, and is creating a turbulent outlook for retailers as shoppers tighten their purse strings. Watch the full webinar here.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 15, 2021

Retailers and consumers have been urged — or forced — to take their transactions into the digital marketplace. But for Mainland China, this online shopping behaviour has long been considered normal. New consumers. Homegrown brands such as Alibaba and Tencent continue to grow in popularity amongst the nation’s consumers.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

E-commerce skyrocketed when the Covid-19 pandemic hit, as more consumers realised its ease and convenience. However, the past few years have also exposed what online shopping just cannot replicate – human interaction, experiential shopping and social connection. . “We Customers come back for the conversation.

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Inside Retail

MAY 21, 2024

In 2014, a decade after the brand was founded, the first Viktoria & Woods boutique was opened as a pop-up on Melbourne’s sought-after High Street shopping strip in Armadale. Within the same year, a retail partnership with David Jones catapulted the brand’s consumer awareness much higher. “I She’s 17 now.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 12, 2024

The first phase, completed two weeks ago, focused on revitalising and expanding the shopping gallery, with Leroy Merlin as its anchor tenant. Alan Francis Honan emphasised the importance of maintaining brand fundamentals while allowing for local adaptations, noting that starting too small in new markets could undermine consumer confidence.

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