All Consumer insight articles – Page 24
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DataData: The retail sales outlook for Christmas 2021
The Christmas Forecast provides predictions and analysis for retail sales this golden quarter and forecasts by sector.
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VideoFace time: PwC’s predictions for Christmas 2021
Kicking off Christmas in July, Retail Week executive editor George MacDonald speaks to PwC’s Lisa Hooker on the golden quarter ahead
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AnalysisDeep dive: Virtuous circle – how retail is cashing in on the resale and rental economy
From Depop to MusicMagpie to Ikea’s Buy Back scheme, the second-hand economy has proliferated over the past decade, but it is only during the last year or two that its business models have really begun to resonate with consumers and retailers alike.
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AnalysisRevealed: UK consumers’ top 16 best-loved brands
UK consumers have revealed their most-loved brands and just a handful of retailers dominate when it comes to best stores, website, delivery service and value for money, according to Retail Week’s new free report The CX Factor.
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DataHow Whole Foods, Abercrombie and REI are embracing data-driven success
Retailers have learned that they must be as agile as possible to adapt to consumer trends and where possible get ahead of the curve. Here, we lay out four ways data can tackle the toughest business challenges and power agility in times of uncertainty.
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Retail VoiceRetailers require a cross-channel comms strategy for successful reopening
Engaging clearly with customers is the best way to move forward as we head out of lockdown, says Jon Buss, managing director EMEA at Yext.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Summer staycation boom means sun can shine on retail sales
With the removal of Portugal from the government’s green travel list, Retail Week analyses just how big a boost this could be for UK retail
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Retail VoiceEnsuring shoppers feel safe in store is key to retail recovery
Balancing a safe environment with the joy of shopping in store will be key for retailers in the post-pandemic era, argues Lee Edwards, vice-president and managing director for UK and Ireland, Middle East and Africa at Adobe.
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Retail VoiceHow online retailers can take advantage of the new omnicommerce landscape
It has never been more important for online retailers to broaden their offering across multiple sales channels, says Sacha Wilson, senior director tax technology solutions at Avalara
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Retail VoiceThree ways retailers can achieve conversion responsibly
Responsible selling and buying are now more important than ever, and the retail industry has a duty to avoid exploiting consumers for short-term gain, says Openpay UK managing director Andy Harding
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Retail VoiceThree quick ways to ease CX frustration and contribute to the bottom line
Customer experience has never been so important in this post-lockdown world, but here is a trio of effective quick wins, writes Sabio client director for consumer markets Sara Elmsly.
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Retail VoiceWhen UK retailers meet their audiences on Pinterest
Understanding customer behaviour and insight as stores reopen after lockdown will be crucial, says Pinterest director of business marketing EMEA Visha Naul
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AnalysisThree ways to market with purpose
Here we crystallise the learnings fromCX Decoded into five key steps to create a first-class customer experience proposition in order to drive sales and profits in 2021 and beyond.
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Retail VoiceRetailing in 2021 and beyond – what stores need to do better
The retail sector may have had a brutal 12 months but the time is right for companies to bounce back and set a new agenda, argues Marcus Fox, group managing director at iD Agile Retail.