Brick and Click

Top Five Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Maintain Dominance in US Market
Operations & Management Top Five Brick-and-Mortar Retailers Maintain Dominance in US Market

Despite frequent claims of their impending obsolescence, brick-and-mortar retail stores continue to thrive in the United States. Physical stores still account for a substantial 85.2% of annual retail sales in the US, as opposed to the 14.8% garnered by online sales as of 2022. This represents a 1.1

February 19, 2025
Simon Property Group CEO Highlights Strength of Brick-and-Mortar Retail
E-Commerce Simon Property Group CEO Highlights Strength of Brick-and-Mortar Retail

In a recent third-quarter earnings call, David Simon, CEO of Simon Property Group (SPG), the largest mall owner in the United States, provided a comprehensive overview of the current state and future prospects of brick-and-mortar retail. Despite the growing prominence of eCommerce, Simon emphasized

February 12, 2025
Amazon Opens High-Tech Beauty and Wellness Store in Milan
Operations & Management Amazon Opens High-Tech Beauty and Wellness Store in Milan

Amazon, the e-commerce giant, has launched its premier brick-and-mortar store in Italy on February 12, 2025. This key development marks Amazon’s further expansion into Europe, particularly in the heart of Milan. The newly opened store, named Amazon Parafarmacia & Beauty, is designed to provide a

February 12, 2025
Is Click-and-Collect the Future of Retail Shopping?
Operations & Management Is Click-and-Collect the Future of Retail Shopping?

As retail continues to evolve with the digital age, click-and-collect, or buy online, pick-up in store (BOPIS), has emerged as an appealing alternative for both shoppers and retailers. This model is especially advantageous due to its cost-effective nature, particularly in terms of fulfilling orders

January 31, 2025
Blending Online and In-Store Shopping Experiences to Drive Retail 2.0
Operations & Management Blending Online and In-Store Shopping Experiences to Drive Retail 2.0

The retail landscape is undergoing a significant transformation as consumer behavior shifts from traditional shopping methods to a hybrid model that combines online and physical store experiences. This evolution, often referred to as Retail 2.0, is driven by advancements in technology and changing

January 30, 2025
How Can BOPIS Improve Your Retail and Ecommerce Business?
Operations & Management How Can BOPIS Improve Your Retail and Ecommerce Business?

You've likely heard buzz about Buy Online, Pick-Up In-Store (BOPIS) or its synonym, click and collect, but implementing this in your retail framework may seem complex. Though setting up in-store pickup can be a breeze with platforms like Shopify, the meticulous details of operations, best

January 27, 2025
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