Event Coverage | November 2, 2020 Register for Free Access Retail Innovation Club Annual Event 2020 Preview: Showcasing Israel’s Innovative Retail-Tech EcosystemOn November 3, 2020, Coresight Research will partner with the Retail Innovation Club for the Retail Innovation Club Annual Event 2020—a digital event that will showcase Israeli startup companies, industry influencers and retail leaders. In this report, we introduce the innovative startups that will present at the event. Read More
Event Coverage | October 26, 2020 Register for Free Access Sustainability in Retail: Using the EnCORE Framework to Boost the Triple Bottom LineDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, recently presented to the World Retail Congress about the importance of sustainability in retail. We provide key insights from the event, including how retailers can leverage Coresight Research’s EnCORE framework to boost profits and drive growth while realizing environmental benefits. Read More
Deep Dive | October 22, 2020 Free Report Bridging the Retail Merchandising Execution GapWe explore the execution of merchandising in retail, including challenges, best practices and the impact of effective execution on retailers’ total revenues. We leverage findings from an August 2020 Coresight Research survey of global retailers involved in decision-making around retail merchandising. Read More
Insight Report | October 22, 2020 Premium Reshaping Supply Chains for the 2020s: #6—Trends To Watch in Last-Mile DeliveryIn our Reshaping Supply Chains for the 2020s series, we analyze the technologies and trends that are enabling the evolution of the supply chain. In this report, we discuss key trends in last-mile delivery processes in the retail industry and what major players are doing to tackle last-mile challenges. Read More
Market Outlook | October 21, 2020 Premium Market Outlook: US Beauty Industry—The Path to Recovery Is Being Led by Digital BusinessIn this Market Outlook, we explore the recovery of the US beauty industry in a coronavirus-impacted retail environment. We analyze data on the sector’s size and present our estimates for growth in 2020 and 2021. We outline the competitive landscape and consider the innovators that are enabling e-commerce expansion in beauty. This report also discusses a number of key themes in the market—including shifting demand in skin care and makeup categories, opportunities for eye makeup and the adoption of touchless retail. Read More
Event Coverage | October 21, 2020 Register for Free Access Women in Retail Leadership Days: Previewing the “Shark Tank”-Style Virtual Startup Pitch SessionDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, will emcee the Women in Retail Leadership Days startup pitch session on October 22, 2020. We preview the event, outlining the judging criteria and profiling the three women-led retail-tech startups that will present their solutions—namely, ThirdChannel, Perksy and Savitude. Read More
Insight Report | October 16, 2020 Premium Sustainability at Kering: Setting the Course for the Luxury IndustryWe discuss the 2025 Sustainability Strategy of Kering, a Paris-based international group specializing in luxury goods. This report is part of our series exploring the commitments of selected major retailers to sustainability, through the lens of Coresight Research’s EnCORE framework. Read More
Market Outlook | October 13, 2020 Premium US Apparel Retail: Post-Crisis Outlook—Fall 2020 UpdateWe explore the continued impacts of the Covid-19 crisis on the US apparel retail sector and present an outlook for the remainder of 2020 and into 2021. In addition to commentary from US apparel brands and retailers, we discuss the adoption of new selling models, expansion in the digital channel and technological innovation, among other key trends. We summarize our key estimates in an infographic. Read More
Event Coverage | October 9, 2020 Register for Free Access The Resilient Supply Chain: Automation and Optimization in the New World of Retail, with Heidi Benko, InforOn September 23, 2020, Coresight Research hosted Heidi Benko, VP Solutions Strategy for Supply Chain Management at Infor, to discuss the importance of a resilient supply chain and the need for end-to-end data sharing and visibility for retailers and suppliers. We present key insights from the webinar. Read More
Insight Report | October 8, 2020 Premium Buy Now, Pay Later: A Growing Trend in Retail“Buy now, pay later” (BNPL), a service that allows shoppers to break down purchases into monthly installments, has become a popular payment option, particularly in light of the Covid-19 pandemic. We explore the growth of the BNPL market, the competitive landscape and the use of such services by US consumers. We also discuss three recent developments by major financial services companies in the BNPL space. Read More
Event Coverage | October 7, 2020 Register for Free Access Nine Brands Approved To Sell on Tmall Global in Alibaba’s Go Global 11.11 Pitch FestAlibaba’s Go Global 11.11 Pitch Fest provides an opportunity for US brands to pitch their businesses to a panel of industry experts for a chance to sell on Tmall this Singles’ Day. We outline the pitches and the key differentiators of each brand. Read More
Event Coverage | October 5, 2020 Register for Free Access 10 Post-Crisis Retail Trends and Actions: Insights from the Dallas-Fort Worth Retailers Association September MeetingDeborah Weinswig, CEO and Founder of Coresight Research, presented at the Dallas-Fort Worth Retailers Association September Meeting, providing insights into the trends shaping the future of retail. We summarize key takeaways from the presentation, including five post-crisis trends in retail and five actions that retailers can take to drive market share in the new environment, as well expectations for this holiday season. Read More
Event Coverage | October 2, 2020 Register for Free Access Workforce Management Automation in the New Retail Environment, with Andreas Sjölund, QuinyxOn September 22, 2020, Coresight Research hosted Andreas Sjölund, Quinyx Chief Revenue Officer and Cofounder, to discuss how workforce management automation can help retailers manage the new retail landscape. We present key insights from the webinar. Read More
Insight Report | October 1, 2020 Premium Sustainability at Tapestry: Three Brands United by a Single VisionWe discuss the environmental, social and corporate governance goals of Tapestry, a US-based, multinational, luxury fashion holding company. This report kicks off our new series exploring the commitments of selected major retailers to sustainability, through the lens of Coresight Research’s EnCORE framework. Read More
Insight Report | September 30, 2020 Premium Consumer Tech Briefing: Foldable Phones from Samsung and Microsoft, Plus Amazon’s Digital Wellness OfferingEach month, our Consumer Tech Briefing series discusses recent developments in the world of technology. This month, we look at new foldable screen smartphone releases from Microsoft and Samsung, as well as Amazon’s latest move into the health-care space. Read More
