Change is scary. But, change is also exciting. It affords new opportunities, a chance to take what you've learned and apply it more accurately: an avenue of correcting and/or perfecting previous performances. Change encourages us to grow and evolve. Sometimes, it delivers the avenue of growth we were not afforded.
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Words gain power by those who give them power. And, we interpret meaning by bringing our own internal factors into the mix. Take the word diversity. Many people see it categorized as a group of people who differentiate from one another by gender, race and religion. But, diversity is so much more.
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Have you noticed, it seems like everyone has a new pet. On Facebook, a show of hands in any social group proves many caved and bought a pandemic puppy. Comments range from hell yes, to huge excitement surrounding the new fur baby (and a million pictures). Some raise their hands with some embarrassment (with pictures and pup names also included).
"During the COVID-19 pandemic, nearly one in three of Americans adopted a pet, according to the Insurance Research Council’s October 2020 report and 85 million families own a pet." 1. In 2020, the pet category market size was $104 Billion. 2
So why are we, as TNG Retail Services, writing about the uptick in the purchase of puppies? At retail, the pet category is a complex category with multiple manufacturers, much variety, many, many SKUs. It's a category that can be quite profitable for retailers. It's also a category that, like those young pups, is HIGH MAINTENANCE. Here's a recent Supermarket News article about some of the challenges.
Keeping in stock is key and people just really like purchasing for their pets, so introducing a well-thought-through variety of products is also important. That's where we can help. Call us complex category crazy, but we love working these categories, and we are experts.
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Covid-19 turned the world on its head. We're defining new norms and what once made sense, is up for individual assumption and acceptance. Especially throughout the United States. The Real Estate market had an astronomical increase rate over the last two years with no signs of correction, pet shelters' inventory is at an all-time low (YAY!) and auto-lots are practically begging people to trade-in their vehicles; almost making non-classic cars an appreciating asset. Analysts are on a non-stop statistical hunt with our consumption and spending.
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TNG Retail Services doesn't just stock, reset and remodel. We assist local retailers in transforming their stores into elite gyms. Just think of how else we can ramp up your store!
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As the country opens up there will once again shift in consumption patterns. Restaurant patios will once again fill. And, as confidence increases, people will move from at-home alcohol consumption to out-of-home consumption. According to a recent CNN article, alcohol sales fell for the first time since the pandemic began.
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On Tuesday, June 15th, 2021 the U.S. Senate passed a bill to make Juneteenth a Federal Holiday. It made its way to the House's steps and was overwhelming voted in-favor of recognition. Now, we move forward with June 19th being celebrated Nationwide.
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The masks are coming off and America is opening up. The newest CDC regulations have sparked a new wave of interactions, and people are beginning to step back into the social light. And, they're bringing pre-Covid practices with them.
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A rise in in-store retail shopping is underway. With the Covid-19 vaccinations becoming more readily available and easier to access/administer, people are feeling more comfortable with 'normal activities,' including grocery shopping. A recent study by Inmar Intelligence found that 27% of consumers are headed back to the stores, while 38% will continue an online and in-store combo.
There may not be a mad rush of consumers bombarding stores, but retailers need to strategize. Grocery will once again be competing for that 'share of stomach'. The time of 'last minute' items, or the 'in-a-pinch visit' is not quite back to regular and shoppers' are still taking a stock-up approach. Therefore, retail facilities must accommodate an increase of shoppers looking to bulk-up on ALL items.
“Retailers must prepare for this longer-term shift, not only in terms of stock, but also providing today’s hybrid shoppers with a seamless omnichannel experience across a variety of touchpoints. No matter the age, shoppers expect to receive personalization, convenience, and cost savings during each of their grocery trips.”
- Spencer Baird, Inmar Intelligence Executive Vice President
Another poll taken by Inmar Intelligence found the same consumers returning to stores either full-time or part-time will also increase their restaurant and dine-out visits. 38%, in fact. Of those, 51% are between the ages of 26-35. Why the feeling of social situation comfort? More people fully vaccinated and offices re-opening their doors.
With people becoming more social and involved in social atmospheres, cosmetic sales have seen an upturn. Considering the beauty industry saw a 30% closure due to the global pandemic, this direction is beyond welcomed. - McKinsey & Company
Before the global pandemic, 85% of people used to buy various beauty products in the stores. After the first round of closures and Covid-19 practices were enforced, cosmetic sales dipped drastically. And, as 2020 continued, they fell further. Makeup and various beauty products were purchased less and 17% of women stopped wearing makeup completely on account of the coronavirus. Why? 39% of women said they stopped wearing makeup because of the mask-wearing policies, remote working (31%), and social distancing (11%)
Now that the world is opening back up, individuals who purchased and wore cosmetics previously are returning to the beauty world. And, those same individuals who purchased their products in retail and grocery stores are coming back to the beauty aisle. And, they are bringing their bulk-mentality with them.
Ask yourself- how have you prepared? What is your game plan? How do I focus on a category that was perhaps disregarded? That's where TNG Retail Services can help.
Even during 2020, a major grocery retailer asked us to complete 300 stores. This year we were awarded 1300+. Why? Because our team understands the complexity of cosmetic resets. Each section has multiple vendors with unique displays, graphics, and fixtures. Each location needs to be strategically planned and executed. And, that does not even take into account products and manufactured displays arriving separately. Or, controlling the fixtures logistics. All those moving pieces are a big burden for grocery stores. Not too worry. We're prepped for that.
Covid-19 creates unpredictable shopper-experiences. It is an opportunity for retail. For all of your major moves, promotional plans, and reactivation of categories, TNG Retail Services activates your vision in store.
If you're curious about learning more, contact us.
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