More businesses are adopting customer loyalty programs because it is much easier to deploy. But a new report has revealed Americans are more cautious when it comes to joining a loyalty program. A survey conducted by The Harris Poll on behalf of Wilbur says 76% of Americans are more likely to join a program which […]
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Have you heard of the Freakshake trend? Freakshakes refer to huge milkshakes loaded with ice-cream, cream and flavored sauces. But they also include unlikely ingredients. Think donuts, cake, biscuits, brownies and other sweet delights. Freakshakes have become huge in the food service industry. Small restaurateurs should consider capitalizing on the freakshake trend. Put this deliciously
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The world of retail is changing — perhaps faster than at any time in history. How can a small retailer keep up with what customers want? One way is by keeping up with the latest retail insights from retail consulting firm BRP. The company does a wealth of consumer surveys to find out what today’s
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If you are in the business of selling a product, whether online or a physical store, customers will eventually return some of those items. A new infographic from Website Builder Expert has some interesting insights as to how this part of the retail industry affects the overall business. The report also looks at which countries
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Simply put, a click and mortar business is an integrated model that combines both online and off-line operations. Retailers have a website here that customers can shop on but these same folks still have the option of buying products in a brick-and-mortar store. The strategy involved is often called omnichannel. One of the big bonuses
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One of the greatest benefits of digital technology is it gives businesses of all sizes insights into their operation which were previously available only to large enterprises. The 2018-19 Omni-channel Allocation and Replenishment in Fashion research study from Neogrid highlights what retailers can do with these insights. According to the study, 90% of fashion retailers
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Retail businesses lose nearly $50 billion per year due to shoplifting and similar types of theft. Though you may not be able to eliminate theft completely, you can dramatically reduce the impact by knowing the signs and training your employees to be on the lookout. Signs of a Shoplifter Shoplifters can be any age, race,
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In the last six months, 83% of U.S. consumers (and 90% of millennials) made a purchase on Amazon, according to a recent BigCommerce survey. In fact, 49% of all online spending in the U.S. takes place on Amazon, accounting for about 5% of all U.S. retail sales. There’s seemingly no stopping Amazon in its continued
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Starting an online business isn’t easy, but for entrepreneurs who are willing to put in the work, they can yield tremendous rewards. There are several key points of which you must be aware if you want to sell products or services online. 3 Lesser-Known Entrepreneur Skills Everyone knows about the sales and marketing aspects of
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Videos of porch pirates stealing packages have become popular on social media and the nightly news, which highlight the scope of the problem. With the holiday shopping season well underway, a new report by SafeWise looks at the best and worst cities when it comes to package theft during this time of year. The report
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