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December 2024

Transforming Retail Through In-Store Events, Personalized Promotions and Optimized Store Layouts

By Sonja-Rose Cowen, SVP, Business Development
In today’s retail environment, where the lines between physical and digital shopping experiences are increasingly blurred, in-store events and personalized shopping experiences are […]
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November 2024

Supporting Holiday CPG Inventory: Ensuring Retail Success During Peak Season

By Niana Reid, General Manager of SPAR Canada
No longer confined to the December rush, the peak shopping period now begins in October or earlier and extends well beyond the Christmas season to other peak seasons. This extended shopping window brings new challenges and opportunities for retailers and CPG brands, particularly when it comes to managing inventory and ensuring on-shelf availability.
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November 2024

Settling the Score In-Store

By Maura Marks, VP Strategy & Growth
Traditional retailers need enhanced in-store experiences to compete with online merchants In the age of e-commerce giants like Amazon and Alibaba, traditional retailers […]
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September 2024

Key Retail Store Remodel Trends: Enhancing Customer Experience Through Strategic Innovation

By William Linnane, Chief Strategy & Growth Officer
In the post-COVID era, retail remodels and refreshes are all about providing a compelling reason to visit the stores while ensuring the store […]
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August 2024

Leveraging Third-Party Companies to Optimize Supply Chains: A Competitive Edge for Retailers and Brands

By Michael Florkowski ,  Sr VP of Operations of SPAR Group
Ensuring smooth supply chain operations is as fundamental to success for retailers and brands as knowing what shoppers want and having it available […]
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July 2024

The Changing Landscape of Retail: What’s Really Driving the Push to Lower Prices?

By Ron Lutz, CCO of SPAR Group
Recently, retailers across the spectrum from grocery and drug to specialty and apparel have announced their intention to lower prices across various categories. […]
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