Robustness and Speed to Market
Verdict Consulting investigate six key issues facing retailers today. Download the first in the series below. The first explores Robustness and Speed to Market in the context of the festive season.
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30 second snapshot
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Growing sales in the current economic downturn is challenging, to say the least. You could open more stores. But when consumers have a finite amount of disposable income, there are no guarantees that this will increase revenue.
Then there's the internet. This has seen unprecedented growth as a sales channel. So isn't opening an online store the answer to the retailers' prayers?
Sadly, it's not that simple. Today's retail websites must be able to cope with sudden upsurges in online traffic and keep pace with rapid technological change. With the busy festive period fast approaching, what can you do to ensure your website will perform? |
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3 minute overview
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Over the next five years, over 40 percent of total retail expenditure growth will come from internet sales. But simply opening an internet store doesn't guarantee success.
In the current economic downturn, trying to grow sales can seem nothing short of impossible.
So what can you do to ensure your success in the online arena? more... |
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The full story
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| According to Verdict Consulting, the UK's leading independent authority on retailing, website robustness and flexibility are crucial for retailers to take full advantage of the opportunities offered by the online sales environment. Do you have the appropriate infrastructure in place? more... |
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Latest industry news
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| The retail industry is evolving rapidly. To maximise future growth opportunities, you need to offer consumers a credible multi-channel approach; that is, one that combines both your physical and virtual stores. To read more about how hybris is helping the retail industry make the transition click here |
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