Event CoverageNRF 2021 Day Four: The Importance of Transparency in the Supply Chain; Optimizing the Online Shopping Experience Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadNRF 2021, the annual “Retail’s Big Show” event hosted by the National Retail Federation (NRF), is taking place virtually over six days between January 12 and 22. The Coresight Research team presents our 10 key insights from day four of the event, which focused on the importance of a strong supply chain in enabling better supplier-retailer communication and facilitating reliable last-mile delivery. The benefits of optimizing the online shopping experience by increasing personalization also emerged as a key theme. Read our insights from day one, day two, and day three of NRF 2021. Look out for our separate reports presenting key takeaways from the rest of the event. Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig also hosted a session on day four of NRF 2021 with location data analytics startup Placer.ai. Click here to read highlights from the session. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS NRF 2021 Day Four: 10 Key Insights Retailers and Malls Have the Opportunity To Be Strategic and Proactive in 2021 Blockchain-Backed Supply Chain Visibility Helps Tell Brand Stories Transparency Is Paramount in Successful Sustainability Efforts Strong Supply Chain Communication Can Save Time and Dollars Analytics-Driven Innovation Is Imperative The Focus of Consumer Engagement Has Shifted from Delighting to Streamlining Last-Mile Logistics Needs To Be a Retail Priority Stores and Malls Are Valuable, Underutilized Fulfillment Tools Pandemic Pivoting Was About More than Business Personalization Is a Differentiator, but Remains Underutilized Online Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for
Coresight Bites: US Retail Sales End 2020 on a Strong Note Coresight Research January 20, 2021 This document was generated for
Event CoverageCES 2021: Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig Talks with Alibaba and Dick’s Sporting Goods Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadCES 2021, an event held by the Consumer Technology Association, took place on January 11–14. During the “Retail Trends: New Shopper” conference session, Deborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, delivered a presentation on six key trends in retail for 2021 and hosted fireside chats with leaders from Dick’s Sporting Goods and Alibaba Group. In this report, we present insights from the session. The Coresight Research team presented our takeaways from day one, day two and day three of the event in previous reports. Read our separate report, Alibaba in the Global Retail Market: Busting Five Myths, which analyzes some of the conceptions associated with online shopping in China through the lens of Alibaba Group. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS CES 2021: Weinswig Outlines Six Key Trends for Retail in 2021 Dick’s Sporting Goods Rapidly Adapts and Innovates Alibaba Group Dispels Common Myths About the Company Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for
Insight ReportRetail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe recent surge in e-commerce growth amid Covid-19 has seen demand spike for warehousing space, fulfillment efficiency and storage capacity. This is driving the need for increased automation in the warehousing sector. This Retail-Tech Landscape comprises selected startups globally that can help retailers automate their warehouse operations. Solutions offered by these startups leverage autonomous robots, artificial intelligence and machine learning, among other technologies. Our landscape infographic summarizes the companies outlined in this report. To view more of our Retail-Tech Landscapes spotlighting innovators that are disrupting the retail industry, click here. CONTENTS Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation Key Trends in the Warehouse Automation Sector Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation—Infographic Retail-Tech Landscape: Warehouse Automation, by Category Autonomous/Assisted Order Picking Inventory Tracking Material Handling Micro-Fulfillment Warehouse Management Systems Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Insight ReportAlibaba in the Global Retail Market: Busting Five Myths Coresight Research January 20, 2021 Reasons to ReadWith Alibaba generating $945 billion in GMV through its China retail marketplaces in fiscal year 2020 and pioneering “New Retail,” understanding Alibaba is essential to any company looking to sell into China. In this report, we discuss the following five myths related to online retail in China: Alibaba is the Amazon of China Alibaba is only for big brands Alibaba is just an e-commerce company Singles’ Day is only about promotions Alibaba is only relevant in China Click here to read our 10 trends for China e-commerce in 2021. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Three Things You Need To Know: US Consumer Tracker—Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit Coresight Research January 19, 2021 We present Three Things You Need To Know on US Consumer Tracker: Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit. Find the full report here. This document was generated for
Deep DiveInnovator Intelligence: Leveraging AI To Enhance Creativity, Sustainability and Efficiency in Modern Fashion Design Coresight Research January 19, 2021 Reasons to ReadThe world of fashion design has changed rapidly as brands and retailers have been forced to adapt to shifting consumer behavior. Increasing demand for fast fashion is being met with calls for sustainability and inclusivity in apparel—creating challenges for fashion brands and retailers. In this report, we examine the current pain points and areas of opportunity for fashion brands, retailers and designers to improve the efficiency and creativity with which they design and to cater for a multitude of body shapes and sizes. We discuss three key challenges in the shifting design landscape: The greater design speed and flexibility required by consumer-driven fashion cycles Consumers’ and designers’ shift in focus away from the hourglass shape Sustainability as an emerging value proposition—for consumers, investors and employees We also explore an AI-driven digital fashion design solution by Savitude, which helps designers leverage their creativity to ideate and design quickly. This free report is sponsored by Savitude. Non-subscribers can access the report by completing the form on this page. This report forms part of our Innovator Intelligence series, which focuses on emerging technologies that are disrupting traditional retail and fueling innovation across the retail value chain. CONTENTS Introduction The Shifting Design Landscape: Three Challenges 1. Consumer-Driven Fashion Cycles Require Greater Design Speed and Flexibility 2. Consumers and Designers Are Reducing Their Focus on the Hourglass Shape and Are Increasingly Emphasizing Designs for Multiple Body Types 3. Sustainability Is Emerging as a Key Value Proposition, Propelled by Advances in Analytics and Stakeholder Demands Consumers Investors Employees Savitude: Optimizing Design Efficiency and Creativity Key Competitive Advantages 1. Enabling Designers, Influencers and Brands To Incorporate Trends, Inspiration and “Brand DNA” Seamlessly 2. Promoting Designs Tailored to a Multitude of Body Shapes 3. Improving Design Efficiency and Reducing Waste Upcoming Announcements Coresight Research’s View Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Insight ReportDecember 2020 US Retail Sales: A Strong December Takes Total Holiday Growth to 9% Coresight Research January 18, 2021 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on US and UK retail sales, US retail traffic and in-store metrics and key global consumer indicators. Click here to view our full collection of Monthly Reports. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. Using data from the US Census Bureau, we look at which retail sectors saw sales surge and which did not do well in December 2020. This report covers the following: US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year change US total retail sales including gasoline and automobiles—year-over-year change US total retail sales excluding gasoline and automobiles—month-over-month change Retail sales growth by sector Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Deep DiveUS Consumer Tracker: Apparel Takes Biggest Post-Holiday Hit (Full Report) Coresight Research January 18, 2021 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research’s January 11 survey provides a detailed update on US consumers’ behaviors, concerns and expectations amid the coronavirus crisis, with a focus on the implications for US retail. Our tracker questions cover the following: What product categories respondents had purchased in-store and online in the past two weeks Which retailers respondents had bought food and nonfood products from in the past two weeks What activities respondents have done in the past two weeks and what they expect to do in the next two weeks Whether respondents are currently avoiding public areas—and which types of places they are avoiding We also present findings and trend data on shoppers’ current shopping and online spending habits—including what they are buying more and less of than pre-pandemic. Click here to view all of our weekly survey reports. CONTENTS What’s the Story? What Shoppers Are Buying and Which Retailers They Are Buying From What Consumers Bought In-Store and Online Retailers: Where Consumers Shopped What Shoppers Are Doing and Where They Are Going Consumers Get More Active, But Continue to Avoid Bars and Shopping Centers Consumers Remain Wary of Shops and Food Services Consumers Increasingly Avoid All Public Places Reviewing Trend Data in Current Purchasing Behavior What Consumers Are Currently Buying More Of and Less Of Fewer Consumers Report Switching Spending Online What Consumers Are Currently Buying More Of Online What We Think Methodology Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Question of the WeekWhat Are the 10 Key Trends for China E-Commerce in 2021? Coresight Research January 18, 2021 Reasons to ReadQUESTION OF THE WEEK: What Are the 10 Key Trends for China E-Commerce in 2021? Click the image to read more about the topic. This document was generated for
Insight ReportDecember 2020 US Retail Traffic and In-Store Metrics: Traffic Declines by 36%, Easing Toward the End of the Month Coresight Research January 18, 2021 Reasons to ReadCoresight Research’s monthly reports keep you up to date on US and UK retail sales, US retail traffic and in-store metrics, and key global consumer indicators. Click here to view our full collection of Monthly Reports. Complementing our monthly reports, the Coresight Research US Retail Sales Databank brings together retail sales data to help you understand the scale and trajectory of US retail. In this report, we assess US retail traffic in December 2020, covering the following: Weekly shopper traffic trends Traffic by retailer vertical Regional traffic trends Traffic by retailer location type Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Analyst CornerWeinswig’s Weekly: Private Labels Are Increasingly Important in Apparel Retail, Right? Coresight Research January 17, 2021 Reasons to ReadIn each report in the Weinswig’s Weekly series, Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig reflects on a topical theme in retail. This week’s note “From the Desk of Deborah Weinswig” discusses the prospects for private labels in apparel retail, following the acquisition of Jaeger by Marks & Spencer in the UK. Each report also includes recent retail and technology headlines from Asia, Europe and the US. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for
Event CoverageNRF 2021 Day Three: Data-Driven Solutions, from Supply Chain to Store; Understanding Changed Shopping Patterns Coresight Research January 15, 2021 Reasons to ReadNRF 2021, the annual “Retail’s Big Show” event hosted by the National Retail Federation (NRF), is taking place virtually over six days between January 12 and 22. The Coresight Research team presents our 10 key insights from day three of the event, which focused on the importance of understanding consumers, many of whom have changed their behaviors over the course of the pandemic. The benefits of integrating technology across all retail operations, from supply chain to stores, emerged as another key theme. Read our insights from day one and day two of NRF 2021. Coresight Research CEO and Founder Deborah Weinswig also hosted a session on day four of NRF 2021 with location data analytics startup Placer.ai. Click here to read highlights from the session. Look out for our separate reports presenting key takeaways from the rest of the event. This report is available for free and can be accessed by registering for a free account. CONTENTS NRF 2021 Day Three: 10 Key Insights China’s New Luxury Consumer Is Young, Discerning and Spending Digital Capabilities Expand as Retailers Adapt to a Digital-First Home Consumer Five Segments of Home Shoppers: “The Creative” Spends Most Consumers Continue To Change the Way They Think and Shop Easily Accessible, Real-Time Data Is Necessary To Adapt to a Volatile Retail World Retention of Pandemic-Driven Changed Behaviors Will Vary by Demographic The New Consumer Will Expect a Streamlined, Omnichannel Retail Experience Capturing Data at Brick-and-Mortar Stores Helps Retailers Understand the Consumer Journey Supply Chain Technology Helps Exceed Customer Expectations in Food Service Labor Management Can Be Optimized Through Technology Solutions Please Login to read the full report. Not a member? To access this content for free, register for a free account. This document was generated for
Event Presentation10 Trends for China E-Commerce 2021 Coresight Research January 15, 2021 Reasons to Read On January 14, 2021, Coresight Research participated in the “Retail’s Big Show” webinar series at NRF 2021 to introduce our retail trend predictions for China’s e-commerce market in 2021. We expect 2021 to be a year full of innovation in China’s e-commerce market, with the Covid-19 pandemic having significantly altered the nature of how consumers engage with brands and make purchases. In this presentation, we present the 10 key trends and discuss how brands and retailers that are targeting the China market could capitalize on the changes we expect to see over the course of the year. These trends cover livestreaming, shopping festivals, group buying, New Retail and more. Click here to read the associated report, which explores each China e-commerce trend in more detail. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
Store TrackerWeekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker 2021, Week 2: Family Video To Close All 250 Stores Coresight Research January 15, 2021 Reasons to ReadOur Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Tracker reports on store closures, openings and bankruptcies. We cover: A week-by-week comparison of store openings and closures in the US and UK year to date in 2021 What is happening in retail in the US and UK this week, including non-store-closure news Year-to-date 2021 major US and UK store openings and closures 2020 total US and UK store openings and closures Year-to-date 2021 and full-year 2020 major retail bankruptcies in the US and the UK This week, there are highlights from Amazon, Bed Bath & Beyond, Family Video, IKEA and Loves Furniture in the US and B&M, Debenhams and Marks & Spencer in the UK. We also discuss quarterly store opening and closure settlements following the release of quarterly company filings this week. Click here to view our full collection of Weekly US and UK Store Openings and Closures Trackers. Complementing our weekly report, the Coresight Research Retail Store Databank offers our premium subscribers access to openings and closures data from 2012 to 2021 year to date, filterable by sector and year. Click here to view. Already a subscriber? Log in You are currently viewing a preview of this report. Please select an access option to view the full report. Hide Options - Show Options + Get unlimited access to all our research with one of our subscription plans. View Subscription Plans or Contact us to purchase this report. Contact us ✕ This document was generated for
