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Deep Dive | October 17, 2022 Free Report

US Holiday Gifting 2022: Decoding Shopper Plans Amid Increasing Uncertainty

We discuss what shopping for gifts might look like in the 2022 holiday season. Leveraging a Coresight Research survey of US gift shoppers, we present key trends and consider how retailers can meet the expectations of value-oriented and budget-conscious shoppers while capitalizing on the still-growing gifting economy. This free report is sponsored by GiftNow.

Infographic | September 29, 2022 Free Report

Tackling Online Cart Abandonment—Free Infographic

We present selected insights into current online cart abandonment rates in the US and strategies for retailers to increase conversion on their websites. This free infographic is sponsored by Bolt.

Infographic | September 19, 2022 Free Report

Retail Merchandising: Unveiling Hidden Gaps and Inefficiencies—Infographic

We present selected insights into the current state of retail merchandising, covering challenges across key merchandising functions/areas and retailers’ plans for future investment, based on August 2022 Coresight Research survey findings. This free infographic is sponsored by One Door.

Innovator Profile | September 16, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Vici Robotics Powers Productivity in Inventory Management Through Robotics

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Vici Robotics, a commercial robot-as-a-service (RaaS) company that powers retailer productivity through inventory automation.

Deep Dive | September 15, 2022 Free Report

Tackling Online Cart Abandonment: How To Convert the Three in Four Carts Lost at Checkout

We uncover the latest online cart abandonment rates in US e-commerce and explore the biggest friction points leading shoppers to abandon their carts, based on proprietary survey findings. We also present key actions that retailers can take to reduce cart abandonment on their websites. This free report is sponsored by Bolt.

Innovator Profile | September 15, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: SalesBeat Leverages AI To Predict Consumer Behavior and Help Retailers Maintain Optimal Inventory Levels

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present SalesBeat, which offers a CPG platform that uses artificial intelligence (AI) to model consumer behavior and make predictive recommendations for optimal in-store stock levels.

Innovator Profile | September 14, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Peekage Helps Brands Target Strategic Audiences via Product Sampling Platform

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Peekage, a retail technology company that offers an online product sampling platform to help users understand consumer preferences and optimize their marketing campaigns.

Deep Dive | September 14, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Intelligence: Product Information Management—Creating a Single Source of Truth in Omnichannel Retail

Product information management (PIM) acts as a single source of truth for gathering, enriching and managing a company’s product data. We discuss the benefits of PIM for brands and retailers and explore five key trends in its evolution. This free report is sponsored by Digital Wave Technology.

Insight Report | September 13, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Promio.io Streamlines Sales Communications Between CPG Brands and Retailers

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Promio.io, developer of a sales communication app for consumer brands and retailers.

Innovator Profile | September 11, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Brandcrush Unlocks Retail Media Potential for Businesses Globally

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Brandcrush, developer of an omnichannel retail media platform aimed at unlocking the media potential of businesses worldwide.

Innovator Profile | September 10, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Shelfleet Enables Online Brands To Expand into the Physical Retail Channel

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Shelfleet, an online platform that has developed a shelf and wall rental program to connect independent brands to local retailers.

Innovator Profile | September 9, 2022 Free Report

Innovator Profile: Nomitri Enhances In-Store Self-Checkout with AI-Powered Software

As part of our Innovator Profile series in the lead-up to Groceryshop 2022, we present Nomitri, developer of artificial intelligence (AI)-powered visual perception software for item tracking and self-checkout.

Deep Dive | September 8, 2022 Free Report

Capitalizing on Livestream Shopping Opportunities: North America and Europe Retail Executive Survey Findings

We explore the opportunities presented by live shopping (livestreaming e-commerce), analyzing findings from a proprietary survey of retail companies across North America and Western Europe. This free report is sponsored by Bambuser.

Insight Report | August 24, 2022

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Instant Commerce: Quantifying the Long-Term Opportunity in Rapid Delivery

Instant commerce (also known as instant needs) fills a gap in the market by providing rapid delivery. We explore the market potential in the US and globally for instant commerce platforms over the next five years. This free report is sponsored by Gopuff.

Insight Report | August 22, 2022

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How US Malls Can Embrace Digital Trends in Retail

We present the best path forward for mall operators, discuss the current state of US malls and shopping centers, and explore key shopper trends in the US. This free report is sponsored by Adeptmind.