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Gift Flick redefines digital gifting

Inside Retail

However, when it comes to the art of gift-giving, retailers have been challenged to provide a meaningful and timely solution – especially for last-minute shoppers. This tactic brings genuine emotion to the gift exchange, even if the physical item or experience is not delivered on the exact day of the gifting occasion.

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As budgets tighten, Aussie gift-givers are seeking more personalisation

Inside Retail

Times might be tough for the average Australian – with research showing nine out of 10 consumers will seek better deals this Christmas – but they’re still planning to give gifts. They’re interested in the wrapping of the gift item, and they’re interested in how they can personalise the delivery mechanism,” says Marsh.

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How Country Road dials up personalisation with free digital gifting service

Inside Retail

Iconic Australian retailer Country Road has taken an innovative tech-led approach to maximising gift sales. Gift Flick is an e-commerce plug-in that enables consumers to virtually send any product or gift voucher in an e-tailer’s store. An end to order deadlines for online gift shopping.

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Survey: How Australians are changing their gift-giving plans pre-Christmas

Inside Retail

Times might be tough for many Australians right now, but when it comes to gift-giving consumers will still be spending this year – however, they will be very focused on value. On the flip side, recipients may grapple with similar emotions when presented with gifts during a period of high living costs,” the report finds.

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How Salvos aims to break the stigma around secondhand Christmas gifts

Inside Retail

The tradition of gift-giving at Christmas drives billions of dollars in retail sales every year. But the reality is that the pressure to purchase meaningful items for dozens of friends and family members leads to millions of unwanted gifts being purchased each year – only to be thrown away.

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Ikea launches new service to make gift giving easier

Inside Retail

Ikea Australia has launched a gift registry service to make gift giving and receiving easier for customers. On the Ikea Family account, customers need to create a ‘Gift Registry’ with their desired products and share this list with their family and friends to browse, choose and complete purchases online or at an Ikea store near them.

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Get Your Shop Christmas Ready

Retail Focus

The Christmas rush is beginning, and with so many people already starting their Christmas shopping and many shops having their Christmas items already on sale, it is time to start thinking about how you want your shop to look this festive season.

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