Consumer Insights
The 6 Different Types of Planograms
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail When creating a planogram, the first step is to consider which type needs to be created. We will explore numerous planogram examples and how they are intended to serve different retail purposes. Category Management is a strategic discipline focused on defining and managing product categories within a retail store. A pivotal tool in achieving…
Read More5 New Shopper Behaviors Shaping 2023 Holiday Trends
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail The 2023 holiday shopping season includes several new and intriguing behaviors that are altering the retail landscape. The approaching holiday months are often considered the biggest and most important time of the year for retail in terms of sales and revenue. Shoppers increase their spending on gifts, decorations, food, and other holiday-related items. This…
Read MoreSelf Checkout Technology for the Best Checkout Experiences
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail Explore innovative retail checkout counter ideas driven by the latest self checkout trends. These new front of store technologies are elevating brands with unique competitive advantage. In the retail industry, it’s universally recognized that creating a delightful customer experience is paramount. Years of research has revealed that the retail checkout experience is one of…
Read MoreWhat is the Best Planogram Software: 2D vs. 3D
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail Looking for the right planogram software for your retail business? We compare 2D vs 3D retail planogram software, exploring the pros and cons of each option. Discover which type of software best fits your retail needs and achieve visual merchandising success. What is a planogram? A planogram, also known as a plano or a…
Read More6 Things in Future Gas Stations and Convenience Stores
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail Consumers influenced by the pandemic and an increasingly digital world are accelerating convenience store innovation. The increasing adoption of electric vehicles and pending self-driving cars/fleets are reshaping the future of convenience stores. These new technologies are paired with increasingly digitally reliant consumers, which require convenience stores to rethink their shopping experiences and the role…
Read More5 Front End Challenges & How Retail is Reinventing the Future of Brick and Mortar
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail New technologies and consumer behaviors have made retailers realize they need to quickly reinvent the in-store experience at checkout. Consumer behaviors rapidly changed during the pandemic and impacted the retail front end as it is considered a high contact area. Fear to touch checkout merchandise and machines has led to poor front end performance…
Read More5 Holiday Shopping Predictions & Recommendations for 2021
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail The pandemic greatly influenced celebrations and holiday shopping in 2020, but with normalcy on the horizon there are different 2021 holiday predictions that retailers should consider. Last year, the Covid-19 pandemic led to a decrease in holiday social gatherings. Although there were less family holiday celebrations and religious services, traditions such as decorating, gifts…
Read MoreEye-Tracking VR Technology is Changing the Retail Industry
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail Retailers use virtual reality to conduct eye tracking consumer research that uncovers accurate shopper insights. The pandemic and rapid digital transformation in retail is pressuring brands to innovate and adapt their shopping experiences based on changing consumer behaviors. In order to quickly collect and understand consumer insights, many organizations have turned to virtual reality.…
Read More8 Important Retail Merchandising KPIs in Category Management
FacebookTweetLinkedInEmail Modern technology and research methods have provided the retail industry with incredible access to consumer data. When correctly analyzed, this information can be used to understand consumers and improve organizational performance. Today’s Category Managers and Consumer Insights Analysts use technology like virtual reality eye tracking and artificial intelligence to gather market research. These advanced…
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