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The Impact of AR and VR in Transforming Retail POS Displays
As we know the retail industry has, and continues, to change. A big part of this is looking at how technology is being used in innovative ways to change the way we shop. One way we are seeing technology used is with Augmented Reality (AR) and Virtual Reality (VR).
Aug 12, 20243 min read


Beyond Products: The Rise of Experiential Retail
Today’s shoppers are looking for an experience, something different and something to share. This is where experiential retail comes in!
Jun 18, 20243 min read


UK in Recession & is Sustainable Recovery a Numbers Game?
Why it’s time for collaboration within all strands of Retail Sector Supply Chain No one was surprised by this economic update 2 consecutive quarters of lower national output – 0.1% in Q3 and 0.3% over Q4. We know the Retail sector has been hit hard, as Black Friday failed to deliver the gap
Feb 19, 20244 min read


Corten Steel, where heavy metal meets Rihanna
Cambridge Corten delivers transformational installation in Barbados We’re already up into sixth gear, and cruising nicely into 2024 – and I sense a buzz as I walk around our Cambridge Corten (CC) factory. The team is, in all sincerity, laser-focused, creating innovative and beautifully finished products, but still on a high after showcasing our manufacturing
Jan 23, 20243 min read


How Social Commerce and Influencer Marketing Are Reshaping the In-Store Experience
The traditional Highstreet store has been facing a new challenge, the rise of social commerce and influencer marketing. This online shift is changing how customers discover, research, and even purchase products. In turn this is demanding a major shift in the in-store experience. Imagine scrolling through Instagram, admiring a new outfit on your favourite influencer
Dec 20, 20232 min read


Countdown to Christmas – 3 ways to work smarter
It’s been a bumpy year, and you’ve set out your stall to win on the Christmas retail battleground.
Nov 2, 20233 min read


Why John Lewis hasn’t lost its Sparkle
Why John Lewis hasn’t lost its sparkle John Lewis Partnership (JLP) chair, Dame Sharon White may feel the organisation’s brilliance is diminished as she elects to conclude her turbulent five-year tenure, but there’s reason to believe consumers still embrace JLP’s unique retail essence. We’ve watched as White was dealt massive trading blows.
Oct 24, 20233 min read


Has retail therapy moved with the times?
Despite the challenging economic climate, shopping remains an attractive UK pastime. According to the ‘Consumer Behaviour’ summary by Office
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Where will you shop during Independent Retailer month?
July is Independent Retailer Month, a global ‘shop local’ campaign, and we’re getting ready to show our appreciation for our brilliant Brit
Jun 27, 20233 min read


Local produce - could food retailers catch a seasonal cold?
Even though virtually anything the heart desires is available with just a click, a growing movement of sustainability advocates are (and to
Jun 7, 20233 min read


Why sourcing POP manufactured in the UK matters
We’re immensely proud of the displays we manufacture, and I’m confident that there’s not one member of the Impulse POP team who hasn’t (surreptitiously) detoured to check out one display or another while doing the family’s grocery shopping.
May 3, 20233 min read


How to make in-store compliance pay
With the long bank holiday weekend behind us, it’s time to take stock of exactly how your selling space is being utilised, because as sure as Easter eggs are eggs, a busy shop floor typically looks and acts very differently to one described in even the most detailed store brief.
Apr 20, 20233 min read


5 creative ideas for point of purchase displays to increase sales
It takes skill to get a shopper to stop in their tracks and check out your display. Interrupting that customer journey and piquing the interest of the consumer is the ultimate goal of point of purchase (POP) displays. If you have a strong enough design, shoppers will not be able to help but notice your
Mar 30, 20234 min read


Why online brands are finding value reclaiming bricks and mortar
Predictions about the Retail sector have been invariably pessimistic, dampened by the departure of countless beloved brands from the UK’s high streets. The fashion brands M&Co, Peacocks and Joules are just three that went into administration in 2022. However, there’s a chink of light, signalling that some retailers ‘aren’t for turning’ the keys in just
Mar 27, 20233 min read


How can you maximise sales in your biggest selling period?
You’ve paid for additional space for your freestanding display units in-store, allocated marketing and advertising support, and managed you
Mar 8, 20234 min read


How to Get People Into Your Shop
The most important shopping weeks are upon us, as the last-minute Christmas gift panic buying is setting in. When the streets are busy and potential customers are hurrying past, it’s more important than ever to make your shop front as encouraging as ever. We’ve put together a few tips to help you welcome people through
Dec 14, 20223 min read


5 Incredible Shopping Centres in The UK
Planning your next shopping trip? How exciting! And what’s especially thrilling is how many amazing shopping centres we have scattered acro
Nov 22, 20222 min read


How To Discover What Customers Want?
Customers are the life and soul of your business. Unless you pander directly to their needs, and follow retail industry trends, they’ll
Oct 26, 20222 min read


What is The Future of Retail?
The pandemic has left many industries questioning their future, and this certainly applies to retail, especially in a physical sense.
Oct 12, 20222 min read


What Triggers Impulsive Buying Behaviour?
An impulse purchase is precisely what retailers are looking for.Â
A steady stream of impulsive behaviour from tons of customers will of co
Sep 29, 20223 min read
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