If you’re in retail, you’re likely in the middle of planning for the holidays — and for good reason. Known as the biggest shopping event of the year, the holiday season consistently brings in tremendous foot traffic and sales. Last year, sales in November and December rose 5.5% compared to the same period from the … Continue reading From Seasonal to Loyal: 5 Tips for Converting Holiday Shoppers into Year-Round Customers
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Father’s Day in Retail: Interesting Facts and Emerging Trends
Seasonal programs like Father’s day drive big profits for retailers and restaurants. Father’s Day spending has reached 20 billion! “Fathers, husbands and sons can expect to feel the love this Father’s Day,” NRF President and CEO Matthew Shay said. “Over the past decade, spending on Father’s Day gifts has increased significantly. Retailers are ready with gifts that will have … Continue reading Father’s Day in Retail: Interesting Facts and Emerging Trends
Mother’s Day in Retail: Interesting Facts and Emerging Trends
Mother's day is the third largest retail holiday in the U.S, following Christmas and the back-to-school season. Seasonal programs like Mother's day drive big profits for retailers and restaurants. Mother’s Day spending is expected to total a near-record $25 billion! “Mother’s Day spending has been growing consistently over the past several years, and this year’s spending is expected to be … Continue reading Mother’s Day in Retail: Interesting Facts and Emerging Trends
7 Tips to Guarantee the Success of Your Holiday Programs
The holiday season is practically here, and if you’re in retail, you’re likely all geared up for the coming months. You probably have your holiday inventory ready to go, and you have a number of programs planned out. From seasonal promotions to winter-themed window displays, you know exactly what you’ll implement this holiday season to … Continue reading 7 Tips to Guarantee the Success of Your Holiday Programs
The Cost of Merchandising Non-Compliance
It is often said that success in retail boils down to execution. How well do retailers execute today and what is the cost of merchandising execution non-compliance? We had the opportunity to discuss the current state of in-store execution with James Tenser, Director at the In-Store Implementation Network. Below are some of the key findings … Continue reading The Cost of Merchandising Non-Compliance