Tag Archives: experiential retailing

Popularity of Bricks and Clicks

For today’s shopper, there are three shopping formats from which to choose: bricks, clicks, and a combination of bricks and clicks. It should come as no surprise that the majority use both online and offline channels. 27% shop either only … Continue reading

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Checkout Counters Still in Demand

Yes, transactions have changed dramatically in recent years. Many more shoppers buy online and have merchandise delivered. BUT, the popularity of the checkout counter for in-store transactions may surprise you. As eMarketer reports:  “The traditional checkout model is undergoing a major … Continue reading

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Mixed Results With Augmented Reality

More than five years ago, we discussed augmented reality (AR). We highlighted the “magic mirror” used in retail stores. At that time, it was predicted that AR would rapidly gain popularity. But, according to new research, there are mixed results … Continue reading

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