When we’re looking for outfit, holiday or home inspiration, Instagram, Pinterest and other social sites are usually the first point of call. Arguably, influencers hold some of the biggest power for setting and pushing trends today. Department stores are partnering with bloggers to promote their stores, and a whopping 91% of millennials trust online reviews as much as recommendations...
Today’s consumer is armed with a smartphone in hand, and it’s their go-to resource for information on the products and services they need. Nearly half of all Google queries today are ‘near me’ searches for products and services in the local area, and as a result, the rules of customer engagement have radically changed.
In this new commercial landscape, consumers...
Internet of Things (IoT) is a buzzword that has taken the world by storm over the past few years, and a revolutionary technology that will continue to shape many industries in 2020 and beyond.
Retail is one of the spheres that have experienced the significant impact IoT has on business. Those who adopted this technology argue that it has helped...
The second edition of the Retail & Brand Experience World Congress (RBEWC) has started to confirm its first participants. The event, organised by Fira de Barcelona and which will be held from 12th to 14th May in the Gran Via venue, will feature important speakers from the world of retail and brands who will share experiences on how to...
It’s hard to feel motivated when you’re at work. For most people, having a job is a necessity rather than a choice, and the best that they can do is to try and choose a career that they don’t hate.
To combat this, companies are introducing innovative ways to help their workforce focus. Wildly unconventional benefits and perks have...
It’s no surprise that, due to the ever-growing intensity between businesses competing to be the next Instagram big shot, now the likes of national holidays, events, and other festivities are being used to vie for success. National days can be a great way of boosting a business into the public eye, as well as aiding in market growth: World...
The breadth of available roles in the hospitality industry is something which continues to appeal to new recruits, offering a whole host of challenges and opportunities. Not all career opportunities are obvious though — and there’s certainly a few hidden gems to uncover!
Take a look through this run down of some of the most interesting roles available in...
The 2010s were rough for retailers, especially brick and mortar businesses. The retail apocalypse marked the downfall of what were once thought of as untouchable retail giants like JCPenney, Sears, and more recently, Forever 21. Though there’s no one singular reason for this huge shift in the retail world, competition with eCommerce was undoubtedly a force many in-store retailers...
Smart home products have drastically transformed the way in which people live. Essentially devices/appliances that can remotely be controlled over Wi-Fi by smartphones and tablets – they provide individuals with increased control and convenience when dealing with various aspects of a property such as temperature and lighting.
Interested in connected homes, Sellhousefast.uk surveyed 1,462 UK households to discover...
The Gym Group, the fast-growing operator of low-cost gyms, has optimised its online platforms to support its peak January trading period, thanks to a solution from Tribe (formerly SciVisum), a leading web performance and testing service provider.
Founded by ex-England squash player, John Treharne, as a single site gym in 2008, The Gym Group has seen rapid growth. With its...