10 WAYS TO REIMAGINE RETAIL AND VIRTUAL SHOPPING SINCE COVID-19

In the post-COVID era, virtual shopping experiences are revolutionizing the retail landscape, merging the efficiency of technology with the personal touch of traditional shopping. Key Takeaways Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. For a long time, the retail industry has been changing to digital platforms. However, the emergence of the COVID-19 pandemic has accelerated the shift at an impossible pace. Traditional brick-and-mortar stores faced many difficulties, forcing the sector to create new ideas or risk becoming obsolete. What emerged from this crisis came the recognition that retail, in the way we used to do it, was going through a significant transformation. The virtual shopping experience, enhanced with technologies like Virtual Reality (VR), Augmented Reality (AR) and Artificial Intelligence (AI), became the center of attention. 1. The demise of in-person retail and the rise of virtual shopping Before the outbreak, traditional retailers were grappling with a decline in foot traffic and the undisputed growth of online shopping. But,…

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SERVICE STATIONS WANT TASMANIAN PLAN FOR ELECTRIC VEHICLE CHARGING INFRASTRUCTURE AT ROADSIDE RETAILERS

Tasmanian service station operators are pushing the state government to “use them” in a future rollout of fast charging infrastructure for electric vehicles. Tasmanian service station operators are calling on the Rockliff government to help them roll out fast charging infrastructure for electric vehicles after a major survey found that almost 75 per cent of the state’s population wants to see more charging options across the island. The Australian Association of Convenience Stores (AACS) is the peak body for petrol and convenience stores and is urging Tasmania to “work with them to improve charging infrastructure”. According to a survey conducted recently by the Tasmanian Policy Exchange, 74 per cent of Tasmanians believe that increasing the amount of public charging infrastructure is the policy most likely to increase the likelihood of them purchasing an EV. AACS CEO Theo Foukkare said there were 250 stores around the state that were keen to…

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RETAIL CRIME STATISTICS: ASSAULT AND THEFT

Within each State and Territory, Police report retail crime-related offences under different names and use different timelines to record data, such as offences occurring annually or monthly. Therefore, it is difficult to track retail crime trends on a national level. This document collates State and Territory Police crime statistics to chart assault and shoplifting trends. The National Retail Association will update this information as it becomes available. VIEW STATEMENT View article source here.

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INDUSTRY EXPERTS SLAM LATEST NSW VAPE CRACKDOWN

The NSW Government is committing $6.8 million over 3 years to invest in a crackdown on the sale of illegal vapes and increase for support for young people who are addicted to vaping. Listen to Ben Fordham’s interviews with industry experts Theo Foukkare CEO Australian Association of Convenience Stores and Ben Kearney CEO of Australian Lottery & Newsagents Association. Article source found here.

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PROTECT PERSONAL INFORMATION

Now is more important than ever to know about identity crime and the steps you can take to protect yourself and keep your customers’ personal information safe. Each week ID Support NSW will be running webinars for individuals and small businesses on how to protect personal information. It’s important that you know the value of personal information and why you as a business need to ensure you are taking all precautions to protect the safety of your customer’s and employees’ data. Reserve your spot here.

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AMAZON DOUBLES DOWN ON GROCERY OFFERING IN THE UK, WITH NEW STORE AND ONLINE EXPANSION

Amazon is offering even more convenient ways to shop for groceries with a new partnership with Iceland, and a new Amazon Fresh store in London. Shoppers today have an overwhelming array of options for groceries which often means they need to visit lots of different stores to get everything they want. But what if shoppers could get all their grocery needs served through one relationship, one app, and a familiar experience? Amazon’s goal is to build a best-in-class grocery experience for customers where Amazon is the first choice for selection, value, and convenience—whether shopping in store or online. As we continue to build this experience in the UK, we are partnering with Iceland to offer customers an even bigger selection of great value groceries, while also opening a new store in London. Everything you need for your weekly shop Iceland joins Morrisons and Co-op as third-party options on Amazon in…

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