(Ghostwritten By Karen Riley Sawyer)

The pace of technological change — as well as consumers’ increasing demand for always-on- shopping, anytime, anywhere — has left some retailers struggling to innovate digitally to meet customers’ evolving wants and needs.

(Ghostwritten by Karen Riley Sawyer)

Rising inflation and fears of a recession present a challenging environment for retailers in the first quarter of 2023. At the same time, they are grappling with a surplus of unsold inventory and a deluge of returns.

(Ghostwritten by Karen Riley Sawyer)

Whether they’re shopping online or inside a physical store, today’s shoppers are growing tired of keeping track of countless credit, debit and loyalty cards. They clutter up their wallets and make shopping feel less than convenient.

(Ghostwritten by Karen Riley Sawyer)

During the holidays, many retailers focused on demonstrating corporate responsibility through generous corporate giving programs primarily centered around donations. While donations are a wonderful start, there are many additional ways to show consumers you care, and holistic corporate responsibility is crucial year-round. Brands can be good social stewards throughout the year by focusing on inclusive retail, sustainability, and corporate giving.