Why retailers have no idea about the future
A recent report from Australia Post claims that by 2030, nearly half (49%) of retail will be online. But this is a bit cheeky.
Built to last: Why the retail industry should set a course for 1970
The concept of ‘built to last’ is growing fast in the minds of millennials and older shoppers, tired of fast-paced changes and low-quality items.
In-store sales are dropping, so what does the future of retail look like?
By 2025, as much as 35% of any category’s sales will be online and only 65% will still be via a physical retailer. So what does this mean for Australian retail?
With shoppers wanting more choice than ever, is own-brand retailing gone for good?
As shoppers increasingly value breadth in store, many brands are opting to sell their wares alongside their competition.
‘If I don’t, someone else will’: Discounting dilemma for SMEs as Christmas closes in
Discounting raises some important and dangerous questions for small business retailers, particularly heading into the busy Christmas trading period.
How to keep shoppers happy and secure sales in the bustling Christmas period
In the busy Christmas period, frustrated shoppers can abandon their items before purchasing. So here's a strategy for securing the sale.
Ten years ago Gerry Harvey said online retail was “a complete waste of time”: Was he right?
Ten years ago, Gerry Harvey said retail “is a con, a complete con”, and it’s safe to say the Harvey Norman founder missed the mark.
