Looking to build a beverage program at your store? Sip on this. 🥤 In a competitive market where beverages are a top draw, some stores understand the importance of staying ahead with unique offerings that appeal to all demographics. From refreshing nitro coffee to locally beloved favorites, these beverage programs highlighted in this C-Store Dive article are designed to cater to every taste bud and keep customers coming back for more. Discover how they're blending strategic signage, offerings, local flavors, and customer loyalty to create a beverage program that stands out! https://bit.ly/3S5Aief #BeverageInnovation #ConvenienceStoreLife #DrinkUp
Space Planning Community
Retail
Chicago, Illinois 679 followers
A UNIFIED VOICE FOR RETAIL PRACTITIONERS IN THE SPACE MANAGEMENT FIELD.
About us
The Space Planning Community is a collaborative, non-competitive environment for retailers, consumer goods companies, and brokers to learn, connect, and advance the retail space management profession. Launched by the Association of Retail and Consumer Professionals, headquartered in Chicago, IL the community provides value to its members through networking, best practice sharing, training, events, thought leadership content, and more. With both corporate and individual membership options, participating in a way that suits your needs has never been easier.
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https://spaceplanning.global/
External link for Space Planning Community
- Industry
- Retail
- Company size
- 11-50 employees
- Headquarters
- Chicago, Illinois
- Founded
- 2022
- Specialties
- Space Planning, Retail, Training, Thought Leadership, Networking, Certification, and Webinars
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Saks Fifth Avenue is expanding The Fifth Avenue Club, the premier luxury personal shopping and styling service, to 20 standalone locations by the end of the year. This strategic move aims to bring a personalized, top-tier shopping experience to more valued customers. The expansion strategy is rooted in deep customer insights, identifying high-potential markets where these services can make a significant impact. The clubs have proven especially popular among clients interested in women’s ready-to-wear fashion. In addition to expanding their club locations, Saks Fifth Avenue continues to enhance their physical store presence. 🌟✨ Take a look at the full article here! https://bit.ly/4eW7SgK #SaksFifthAvenue #FifthAvenueClub #LuxuryShopping #PersonalStyling #FashionExperience #RetailExpansion
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As retailers seek to create a more immersive experience for shoppers, lighting is an area that can be a differentiator. This Commercial Integrator feature takes a closer look at trends in dynamic lighting, in which factors like tone, color, intensity, and direction can be altered throughout sections of a store. 💡 Read more here! https://bit.ly/4bE2pbm #SpacePlanning #Lighting #CommercialLighting #Immersive #Experience
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Instacart is revolutionizing the in-store grocery experience with its AI-powered Caper Carts, now deployed at Price Chopper and McKeever’s Market & Eatery, both stores in Missouri. These smart carts allow customers to scan items as they shop, track spending in real-time, receive personalized recommendations and more. Following successful rollouts at Kroger, Schnucks and Wakefern stores, and a contract with Save Mart Companies, Instacart aims to introduce thousands of Caper Carts by the end of 2024! Check out more here! https://bit.ly/3LbeWs4 #RetailInnovation #SmartCarts #Instacart #GroceryShopping #AI #RetailTech #CustomerExperience
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In the ever-evolving retail landscape, the giants are outpacing the underdogs. As landlords navigate rising costs and high demand, national credit tenants are becoming the preferred choice. Despite these trends, there's still a crucial role for unique, local shops in creating vibrant, diverse shopping centers. The challenge? Striking the right balance to keep both landlords and consumers happy. 🏪✨ Read more: https://bit.ly/4653qbD #RetailTrends #CommercialRealEstate #RetailMarket #NationalTenants #LocalBusinesses #RetailStrategy
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Dive into our latest collection of retail stories, curated just for space planners! 🛍��📏 From innovative retail safaris to the evolving landscapes of Gen Z shopping, these reads are packed with insights that will shape the future of retail spaces. Stay informed and inspired! https://bit.ly/3RL9Qqe #RetailTrends #SpacePlanning #RetailDesign #FutureOfShopping #VisualMerchandising
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Nike has elevated the retail experience with HYPERVSN's cutting-edge 3D holographic technology at its House of Innovation in Paris! Shoppers can now explore every detail of the new Air Max Dn sneakers through immersive 3D visuals, perfectly aligning with Nike's innovation ethos. This collaboration with Satis&fy enhances customer engagement, offering a futuristic shopping journey 🚀✨ Read more about the collaboration here: https://bit.ly/4brcVCO #RetailInnovation #Nike #HYPERVSN #3DTech #CustomerExperience #AirMaxDn #ImmersiveShopping #TechInRetail
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📣🏓 Pickleball: America’s Fastest Growing Sport! 🏓📣 No American sport is growing faster than pickleball! This tennis-like game, played with paddles and a Wiffle ball-like plastic ball, is taking over health clubs and tennis courts everywhere. 🏸✨ Retailers are catching on too! Stores like Dick’s Sporting Goods and Target are expanding their pickleball sections. Even Marshall’s has pickleball gear ready for those impulse buys at checkout! 🛒🏷️ The Space Planning Community dived into what this craze means for retailers and suppliers. Check out what we found: https://bit.ly/45E3AWU #Pickleball #SportsGrowth #RetailTrends #SpacePlanning #FitnessFun
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Here’s some retail tech news! CADS' StoreSpace software is revolutionizing space planning for AF Blakemore & Son, the UK's largest SPAR wholesaler. By centralizing store data and optimizing space planning, they’ve boosted operational efficiency and made data-backed decisions that enhance store layouts. The integration with Nielsen IQ's my.Spaceman software further enhances these capabilities. Retailers like Shell, Sainsbury’s and Primark are also using StoreSpace to maximize their physical retail space. Read the full article now! https://bit.ly/4cAu3a2 #RetailTech #Innovation #SpacePlanning #StoreSpace #AFBlakemore #CADS #RetailEfficiency
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Get ready for our upcoming webinar this Friday with RELEX Solutions! The retail revolution is vibrant and evolving as we maneuver through the ever-changing challenges of today’s global economy. With the rise of e-commerce, customers have more options than ever before, and retailers need to ensure that their physical stores are attractive and convenient enough to compete. Presented by: Jake Busch, MBA, Strategic Field Presales Principal, RELEX Solutions Ryan Blask, Retail Transformation Leader, Deloitte Lori Stevens, Visual Merch Capability Co-Captain, Deloitte Alecia Reed, Visual Merch Innovator, Deloitte Annie Casciani, Forecasting & Inv. Management Capability Captain, Deloitte Reserve your spot now! https://bit.ly/4bt9MlP #CatMan #SpacePlanning #Webinar #ECommerce #ChangingIndustry