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🎄 Did You Know? Christmas Shoppers are Set to Spend a Staggering £88.29bn This Year! 🎄 While inflation contributes to this figure, a rise in overall sales volume shows consumers have a little extra to spend, creating a major opportunity for brands. Though many are still embracing autumn, Christmas is already in full swing at Tactical Solutions! Our team is dedicated to helping UK businesses prepare for the busiest season, ensuring that high shelf availability and captivating in-store displays set our clients apart. We work closely with brands to keep their products available, strategically positioned, and effectively promoted. Using advanced image recognition technology, we capture photos that our Reapp Vision software analyses in real-time, giving clients an instant view of their shelf space. This data enables brands to track and optimise stock levels, displays, and product performance seamlessly, helping them keep shelves stocked and displays enticing—because every missed item on the shelf means missed sales, especially during the holidays! Let’s make this Christmas your most successful one yet! Get in touch: https://lnkd.in/gaUhcNd

Yesterday, our Tactical Solutions team outdid themselves with a 'spooktacular' Halloween celebration! From eerie costumes (think spooky witches, clowns, and erm minions!) to a deliciously 'wicked' buffet, the office was buzzing with the Halloween spirit 🎃 But it’s not just about the costumes and treats—this year, for every colleague who dressed up, we’re making a donation to GroceryAid in appreciation for the incredible support they provide to the industry. Giving back has never been more fun (or spooky)! A huge well done to everyone who took part! 🙌

Did you know that image recognition technology dates all the way back to the 1950s?! 📸 Today, this revolutionary tech is reshaping industries—retail included! In our latest blog, we dive into the immense potential of image recognition and its role in helping businesses lead the way in the retail world. From personalised recommendations to real-time inventory tracking, the possibilities are endless! Also, discover how Reapp Vision is changing the game for modern retailers, offering instant insights that optimise everything from stock levels to shelf compliance... Curious to learn more? Explore the full story in our blog: https://lnkd.in/eeg77n62

As the spooky season hits full swing, brands and retailers are now rolling out their seasonal promotions, ensuring trick-or-treaters won’t go home empty-handed on the big night. While excitement for Halloween remains strong, our exclusive data shows a surprising trend: shoppers are filling their baskets with fewer treats...🎃 By utilising the data uncovered by Reapp Insight, our team uncovered a significant 5.4% drop in chocolate sales volume in October 2023 compared to the previous year. Larger retailers felt the impact significantly, with a noticeable decline, yet they still continues to dominate the market in terms of total sales volume. Looking ahead to confectionery sales for October 2024 (up until December 2024), we anticipate a further 1.83% decline in sales volume. However, despite this dip, sales value has risen by 7.25%. This data highlights a shift in consumer behaviour, where shoppers are spending more while buying less. Although the volume decline presents challenges, strategic pricing adjustments offer both a challenge and an opportunity for confectionery brands in the future 🍬

Last week, our talented team at Tactical Solutions came together for a friendly yet competitive Bake Off, raising £118.50 for Macmillan Cancer Support through some truly amazing creations! 💚 The generosity and baking skills on display were incredible, with fierce competition across three categories: Savoury, Cakes & Biscuits. A huge well done to the winners and all who got themselves involved. A big thank you to Joseph Peers & Matt Blencowe for taking on the important role of judges this year! We'd also like to give a special shout out to Sandy Jenkins , who raised an incredible £650 for Macmillan, hosting a family bake sale! Over the past 11 years, Tactical Solutions has proudly raised £11,000 for Macmillan Cancer Support. Thank you to everyone who continues to support this important cause—together, we’re making a real difference. For more information, visit: https://lnkd.in/gmfbxP7

Today at Tactical Solutions HQ, we’re proud to celebrate World Mental Health Day! 💜 This year’s theme, 'Mental Health in the Workplace', gives us a vital chance to highlight pressing challenges many workers face, including burnout, anxiety, and stress. A recent study found that 61% of employees feel exhausted by the end of most working days—an alarming statistic that underscores the importance of mental well-being in the workplace. At Tactical Solutions, we’re committed to fostering an open, safe, and supportive environment where everyone feels empowered to share their struggles. To raise awareness, our Senior National Account Manager, Harriet Hill has been spreading smiles by handing out Roses and chocolates to all staff, boosting morale and encouraging conversations. Everyone deserves a mentally supportive workplace where they can thrive, both employers and employees play a key role in creating this. At Tactical Solutions, we prioritise the mental health of our workforce by continually promoting well-being and providing resources that support every employee's mental health journey. For more information, please visit: https://lnkd.in/e6Ek_wbe

At Tactical Solutions, we’re passionately dedicated to both our environmental and social responsibilities. Through our partnership with OnHand • the impact platform, we continually set and pursue ambitious goals, ensuring that our business is actively contributing to a positive change in the world 🌍 We are excited to share that we’ve achieved another significant milestone! Thanks to the dedicated efforts of our team members who regularly engage in various OnHand missions—such as adding more vegetables to their diets, pledging to run a full dishwasher twice a week, and opting to hang up laundry instead of using the tumble dryer—we have successfully reduced an impressive 125.78 metric tons of CO2e emissions! We have also planted 7,375 trees, which not only enhances biodiversity but also helps to improve carbon dioxide levels 🌳 Moreover, we are thrilled to announce that we came in third place in the OnHand League of Champions for Q3, with champion organisations logging nearly 40,000 do-good deeds between July and September ! A huge well done to our team, lets keep the momentum up for Q4 and beyond!

With intense competition and endless options for consumers, how can your brand truly stand out on the shelves? 📈 In our latest blog, we break down the concept of ‘Share of Shelf’ and why it's essential for boosting sales! Optimising your product's shelf position can be the game-changer your brand needs. From securing prime placement to understanding shopper behaviour, we reveal the strategies to help you win in-store. Check out the blog now: https://lnkd.in/ezi68sTW

Every year, our colleagues can apply for the Dave Rees Training grant, which empowers them to pursue training that positively impacts their roles, personal lives, or communities. We’re excited to share the fantastic outcomes of this year's winners, Phil and Scott, who have both made significant differences in their communities 🙌 With the grant, Phil Oddie achieved his full ECB Cricket Coaching status and Child Safeguarding Accreditation. This summer, he revived youth cricket at his club, forming a new U11 team and running U7s and U9s sessions, laying the groundwork for an U13 team next year. He’s also collaborated with Wrexham council to introduce cricket in schools, encouraging kids to stay active and make new friends! For Scott Lewis the grant has helped put three coaches through FA Level 2 training, enhancing coaching standards at Club Football Vale. This has positively impacted South London, giving young talent from diverse backgrounds the chance to grow in a supportive environment. The club also plans to expand into Women’s and Youth leagues, creating even more opportunities for the community. To learn more about the Dave Rees Training grant, check out our blog: https://lnkd.in/ekvJmPAG

Tactical Solutions, part of the Dee Set: Complete Retail Solutions, is expanding, and we’re currently on the lookout for passionate Territory Sales Managers to join our (quite literally) award-winning team! 🙌 If you thrive on building relationships in retail and love delivering results, this is your chance to be part of something big. Plus, enjoy great benefits like a fuel card, health plan, and much more. If you're interested, we want to hear from you!... https://lnkd.in/edUX3JA2