Retailers that foster a culture of experimentation and innovation, and harness the power of AI will lead in growth, productivity and market share in the coming years. … READ MORE >
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Back-to-school outlook: Blurring the lines of digital and physical store sales
In our three-part blog series, RSM’s senior industry analysts explore back-to-school shopping trends and the impact on consumer businesses. … READ MORE >
Consumer products holiday season countdown: Where will they shop?
As we move closer to Black Friday, Cyber Monday and the traditional peak holiday season, where will consumers complete their shopping? … READ MORE >
As the delta variant spread, worried consumers went online to do their shopping
The strong retail sales figures for August were not only a welcome surprise for retailers after months of decline, but they also showed the enduring impact of the pandemic as consumers relied less on human contact and increasingly shopped at home. … READ MORE >
How middle market retailers can compete with free delivery
In a recent survey from the National Retail Federation, free shipping and shipping promotions ranked fourth on the list of factors that consumers said would affect their choice of retailer. … READ MORE >