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Elevate Business by Giving Back
As we come into the giving season — October is Breast Cancer Awareness month and a cause close to many — retailers have the opportunity to create events and programs that allow them to give back to…
Weathering a Challenging Economy: Retail Guide
Inflation continues to be a widespread concern for businesses and consumers as we head further into 2023. According to an October 2022 survey by Deloitte, more than 70 percent of consumers at that…
trending in commerce: 2023
The only constant in commerce is change, and the only way forward is to adapt. In the past year, our industry has seen millions of businesses display resilience in the face of the unexpected,…
Small Business Road to Recovery Report
According to Alignable’s 2023 Road to Recovery Report, 61 percent of small businesses feel that 2023 should be a good year for them, despite high inflation, rising interest rates, fears of recession…
5 Consumer Retail Expectations for 2023
What will consumers expect from their retail experiences in 2023? Stellar customer service and selection for sure. But where will they find what they’re looking for and how can you create a retail…
Picking the Best Retail Location for Your Business
With retail space costing an average of $20.85 per square foot, where you set up shop is important. Pick the wrong location and you risk being tied into a years-long lease, failing to drive…
Retail Guide: Keep 'Em Coming Back
According to a recent Salesforce retail survey, loyalty is a brand differentiator, and retailers are exploring ways to drive up the lifetime value of customers. As the retail landscape continues to…
Sending a Message to Digital Consumers
With the rise and higher adoption of digital commerce, what are consumers looking for in the coming years? Sixty-seven percent of consumers recently surveyed by Khoros (khoros.com), a digital…
Retail Guide: The Digital Shopping Path
There’s no argument that COVID has changed how consumers shop. While omnichannel retail was a buzzword well before the pandemic hit in 2020, the sudden need to stay put moved consumers from shopping…
Retail Leadership Skills for a More Successful Store
Management has the ability to make a team of employees excel, but only if they have skills for retail and leadership. During the pandemic, your sales leadership skills will be tested as you navigate…