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How to Use 3D VR for Smarter Store Layout and Design

Explore how VR is revolutionizing grocery store layout and design planning by offering enhanced blueprint visualization in immersive 3D environments. Grocery store layout strategy is essential for establishing a positive and productive customer experience. A thoughtfully designed layout not only improves convenience but also fosters a sense of discovery, leading to longer, more enjoyable shopping…

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Woman in VR headset looking at 3D model of Frank's RedHot in grocery store condiment and sauce aisle

Sauce & Condiment Sales Heat Up as New Tech Helps Out

Young Millennials and Gen Z consumers have fueled a boom in hot sauce trends and condiment sales. This surge is pushing leading brands and retailers to elevate their game with smarter virtual product innovation and assortment optimization. The condiment and hot sauce industry is thriving in 2024, driven by evolving consumer tastes and the growing…

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Candy, Bar, and Snack Industry use VR to Keep Up with Consumers - Woman wearing a VR headset in a 3D convenience store looking at snack aisle

Candy, Bar, and Snack Industry use VR to Keep Up with Consumers

Discover the snack trends of 2024 that are pushing the snack bar market and candy industry to innovate and evolve using cutting-edge technology. The Convenience Store News 2024 Industry Deep Dive revealed numerous snack food industry trends, highlighting a shift toward healthier snacking options and a growing preference for savory flavors. As various snack categories…

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ReadySet virtual reality Walmart ice cream aisle with female shopper in VR headset holding up and looking at a 3D model of Blue Bunny Cookies & Cream treat

Ice Cream Category Leverages VR Innovation for Sales Growth

Learn about new virtual reality retail planning and research solutions aimed to assist ice cream industry growth amid recent sales decline. The ice cream industry has faced a noticeable decline in unit sales since the pandemic, as reported by Kroger’s retail data science company 84.51˚. Their ice cream industry analysis showcased inflation driving a modest…

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8 Applications of Virtual Reality Shopper Market Research Studies

8 Applications of Virtual Reality Shopper Market Research Studies

Discover several types of consumer packaged goods (CPG) market research that can be conducted in virtual reality store environments. Virtual reality (VR) shopper market research software solutions leverage immersive technology to create simulated environments where researchers can study behaviors, reactions, and interactions in a controlled yet realistic setting. Virtual reality market research for retail business is…

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Chicago's 2024 Retail Innovation Conference & Expo Highlights

Tech To Watch From Chicago’s 2024 Retail Innovation Conference

The Retail Innovation Conference & Expo 2024 explored AI, brand activations, immersive experiences and how culture can offer a better way to understand consumers than demographics. The 2024 Retail Innovation Conference in Chicago was a hub of groundbreaking ideas and emerging technologies, setting the stage for the future of retail. This year’s conference highlighted the…

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3D and VR Software Enhancing Retail Assortment Planning

As inflation challenges persist, brands and retailers are leveraging virtual reality technology for cost-effective merchandise assortment planning that helps reduce planning overhead and improve store level compliance that drives conversion. In the ever-evolving retail landscape, staying ahead of trends in product categories and consumer behaviors is critical for success. As we navigate through 2024, retailers…

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