How quickly do your eyes roll when you hear the word “branding” in conversation? Instantly, is what I’m guessing. That’s because the term is so overused in the workplace, it’s transcended corporate world and entered the zeitgeist of popular culture. Just take a look at people’s LinkedIn or Instagram headlines: “Web Copywriter/Scrabble Champ,” “Talent Acquisition […]
The retail community constantly grapples with its ability to respond to market trends and customer needs as quickly and efficiently as possible. This same challenge exists in the worlds of business and technology, which means retailers should take a cue from either industry if they want to be more agile in fast-paced markets. […]
Time is a valuable resource. With everything going on in our lives—work, family, kids—it’s tough to carve out a little of that sweet, sweet freedom for yourself. It’s the same reason you choose to stay in bed on Black Friday instead of battling bargain-hungry crowds down at the mall. It’s also the reason you miss […]
Next week, we’re hitting the road again—this time to jolly old London Town for 2019’s Retail Week Live. Touted as retail’s “Greatest Think Tank,” this event draws over 300 companies, 20 start-ups, and 150 thought leaders to discuss the importance of innovation in today’s retail economy. This year, the two-day event invites retail professionals from […]
With a viable internet connection and just a few clicks, you can find the average weight of a panda bear (answer: 250 pounds) or the GDP of the United States ($19390.60 billion). With all this information available at our fingertips, it’s ironic that retailers still can’t find a way to get accurate, timely data from […]
Agility and responsiveness aren’t just key requirements to play in the NBA. They’re equally essential to big business. And since consumers have unlimited options and little patience, retailers need to act quickly and make efficiency a top priority. That’s why having a transparent, highly-visible supply chain is the best way to get products to market […]
