While the world attempts to return to a semblance of normality, it is clear some things may have changed irrevocably. The world of retail is no exception, so what is retail’s new normal? The Covid pandemic is one of only a few ‘before and after’ moments in history. When everything can be put into context …
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How to set up a pop-up shop is one of the most frequent questions we get asked. Setting up a bricks and mortar pop-up store is a lot of work and while Storefront are the experts in finding venues for pop-up shops, there are many other factors that are equally important. We’ve prepared the below …
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As lockdown eases around the world retailers are opening their stores and customers are returning. To help keep tabs on what’s going on, we have curated this list of retailers who are opening their doors and the steps they are taking. This is an aggregated list of brands from around the world who are reopening …
Want something more visual? Check out the infographic. With lockdown restrictions slowly lifting across the world, people are beginning to emerge from their homes and life is making its first tentative steps towards returning to normal. In this article we’ll talk through some of the steps retailers should consider when planning to open a store …
The Covid-19 global crisis has had a significant impact on many aspects of our lives. The way we shop is no exception. But what does the impact of the pandemic mean for the future of physical retail? With local regulations restricting our movements at the peak of the crisis (and in many countries, keeping us …
Will physical retail have a role to play in a post-Covid world? Read More »
Covid-19 has had a disruptive impact on many industries and sectors. In this series we are showcasing a number of our clients and partners, highlighting the steps they have taken, their current activity and what their plans are for the future. We hope that by sharing this we can help organizations and brands going through …
Coping with Covid-19: Fashion brand The Odder Side Read More »
Free spaces for those battling global crisis We are pleased to announce that we are offering our services for free to any organisations currently battling the global pandemic. Governmental bodies, health organisations and charities are all attempting to mobilise and expand their operations. One stumbling block has been access to empty and available space for …
Experiential retail is the future. For years we’ve heard about the decline of physical retail and the rise of the internet. However, the desire for retail experiences is on the rise with 52% millennials saying of their spending goes on experience-related purchases. This introduces the concept of ‘retailtainment’. Enter: retailtainment Because of this, retailers have …
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Pop-up stores are the trendy and popular face of retail. More and more brands are cashing in on short-term to expand their presence, drive sales, and announce limited-time items or collaborations. With so much to gain from investing in a short-term presence, the planning process is just as crucial as the execution. Whether it be …
Brick-and-mortar sales aren’t going anywhere. While the Covid-19 pandemic has certainly accelerated many ecommerce trends, physical stores still have a very important role to play, especially with Artificial Intelligence. Pre-pandemic, 90% of goods purchased globally were done so in a physical store. So while the impact of the pandemic may have accelerated online shopping, it’s …
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