1/26/2021 Gift shopping is arguably one of the most aspirational, thought-filled and human-centered of all shopping experiences.
1/24/2021 Long before COVID-19 was even a part of our vocabularies, retail stores have strived to keep their locations clean, safe and visually pleasing.
1/21/2021 A transformative 2020 has elevated the role of the customer in monumental ways, accelerating any preexisting imperatives that ladder up to business growth.
1/20/2021 As e-commerce has accelerated, so had the demand for warehouse space. According to a report from CBRE, nearly 14 million square feet of big-box retail space in the U.S. has been converted to industrial space.
1/18/2021 The concept of a healthy building isn’t new but has become increasingly relevant topic as retailers look to create healthier, safer and more differentiated shopping experiences.
1/14/2021 Confounding dour predictions of soggy holiday sales — and defying COVID headwinds — America’s resilient shoppers drove the November-December holiday period to a record-breaking $768 billion in sales, a remarkable 8.6% leap from last year’s $707 billion.
1/14/2021 Under the pandemic’s ongoing public health and economic impact, retailers are being challenged to do everything possible to lower the risk of COVID-19 transmission in their indoor shopping areas and work environments.
1/10/2021 Explosive growth in e-commerce has shaken up the retail industry, challenging traditional brands to find new ways to digitally engage customers.
1/7/2021 Despite the arrival of the vaccine, we expect the first half of 2021 to reflect a continuation of 2020’s acceleration toward digital and omnichannel as most shoppers remain at home.
1/5/2021 Many retailers have adjusted to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic by committing to online-only sales and expanded sales periods.
12/27/2020 It’s becoming increasingly important for organizational leaders to consider the potential impact of artificial intelligence on company culture.
12/21/2020 It’s undeniable that COVID-19 has significantly impacted the retail industry in nearly all ways, especially when it comes to e-commerce.