Many growing retail businesses generate 30% of their annual revenue during the holiday season, according to McKinsey & Co. If your business is one of them, that makes the next 12 weeks your most important time of the year. But with virtually every business vying for the holiday shopper’s attention, what can you do to turn those customers’ heads? https://lnkd.in/gXygYAV4

The retail landscape is evolving at a rapid pace, and brands need to adapt to thrive. Check out our latest blog where we delve into the key trends shaping the future of UK retail! 🚀 In the blog, we chat to our industry expert, Commercial Director James Lamplugh, for his views on relevant topics including new technological advancements, consumer behaviour shifts, and regulatory changes. Stay ahead of the curve, read the blog now, link in the comments! 💬

☃️ Holiday season is crucial for retail, so your creative needs to stand out! We've compiled essential best practices and top holiday examples from last year to help you shine this 2024 season. #HolidayMarketing #RetailSuccess #2024Trends https://ow.ly/p6ia50SYIlk

For Retail Insider’s latest magazine issue, Volume three issue two, I was able to speak with Lisa (Phillips) Hutcheson, Jeff Doucette, Larry Leung, and Colleen Martin to gain insights for my article “Understanding the tapestry of today’s diverse Canadian consumer.” The article touches on consumers who are chasing value, younger consumers, new immigrants, the forgotten older demographic, and more! To learn more about who today’s consumers are, read my article and keep your eye out for more consumer related articles, such as my story on Generation Alpha, which will be coming out soon! If you have any consumer related insights, let me know! Retail Insider Craig Patterson Sean Tarry

Staying Ahead in Retail: Our Go-To Source In the ever-evolving world of retail, staying informed is not just an option; it’s a necessity. That’s why we’re avid followers of Retail Dive for all the latest updates and insights in the retail sector. Their in-depth analysis and timely news help us keep our fingers on the pulse of the industry. Now, we’re curious to know about your sources of wisdom. What websites, newsletters, or forums do you follow to stay ahead in retail? Share your favorites and let’s broaden our horizons together! #RetailUpdates #IndustryInsights #KnowledgeSharing #Retail #News

Is your retail business ready for the holiday rush? 🎄 With the holidays just around the corner, it's time to start planning your strategy. From inventory management to marketing campaigns, there's a lot to consider. Let's discuss your holiday readiness plan. Share your challenges or questions in the comments below. #retail #holidayseason #businesstips #KWI

What goes up must go down… and that’s likely to be true for everyone’s balance sheets. According to Retail Week, British shoppers are expected to send back £1.5bn worth of Christmas gifts this year, according to research by Manhattan Associates. That’s a staggering 67 million gifts forecasted to be returned. This volume creates ongoing challenges for retailers—not just in handling the logistics of returns but also in managing the ripple effect of unwanted stock, operational strain, and financial loss. It raises an important question: How can we rethink the return process to make it more efficient and sustainable? From leveraging technology to improving inventory planning or even encouraging better purchasing decisions, the solutions need to be bold and forward-thinking. Returns aren’t going away, but how we handle them could define the future of retail. How is your business preparing to tackle these challenges? #ecommerce #retail #sustainability #challenges

Check out our inaugural Global Yearbook wrapping up all things retail media and making some predictions for growth in the year ahead! https://lnkd.in/eA6uRpVN It's a biggie but if you want to see how key markets are performing and what we can expect in the ANZ market in the not-too-distant future, it's definitely worth a read and saving down to your resources!

Based on recent consumer activity, the retail sector may soon experience a reset. After reading this article, what are your thoughts on the future of the retail sector? https://buff.ly/3XiNMXG #RetailTrends #RetailSector #CommercialRealEstate