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In-store shopping is far from dead – but the phygital world beckons retailers

Inside Retail

The appeal of in-store shopping in a thriving e-commerce era is not diminishing – but it is evolving, according to new research commissioned by technology company Lightspeed and Inside Retail. β€œIt The report showed that customers expect both greater convenience and additional services from shopping in-store rather than online.

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Elevating the Festive Season: The Significance of Luxury Pop-Up Stores During Christmas

Retail Focus

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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2019 vs 2020 vs 2021: How has Covid impacted Christmas?

Inside Retail

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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The retailer’s guide to Valentine’s Day

Inside Retail

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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ICYMI: Here are five strategies to leverage marketable moments in 2024

Inside Retail

Throughout every year, a multitude of major and minor calendar events offer great opportunities to engage with customers at a time when they are open to shopping for friends, families or themselves. This is a highly effective tool for reaching your most engaged customers.

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Retailers can’t afford to discount the customer experience this December

Inside Retail

The 2024 prediction was somewhat bearish given that the National Australia Bank reported the actual sales for the four-day Black Friday and Cyber Monday shopping event were estimated at $7.1 Cheap prices will not necessarily offset an unsatisfying shopping experience and poor customer engagement, let alone service.

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First half of 2024: Five key marketing moments you won’t want to miss

Inside Retail

Throughout every year, there are many events and days where causes are recognised or celebrated that offer opportunities for brands to engage with their customers. Last year, Australian consumers spent nearly $500 million on Valentine’s Day gifts with a significant share of that transacted online.

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