by Watt International | Oct 5, 2021 | Blog
The changing role of the store The formulaic store which has traditionally focused on efficient product fulfillment has been on a trajectory of change for some time now. Much like almost everything in our lives, the global pandemic has accelerated the need for stores...
by Watt International | Jun 15, 2020 | Blog
Back at the beginning of nearly worldwide lockdown measures, the anxiety felt by “non-essential” retailers was palpable. Uncertainty manifested itself into real consequences by way of layoffs and furloughs, not terminations. As anxious as retailers were, layoffs and...
by Watt International | Mar 16, 2020 | Blog
Recently, Watt traveled to Europe to attend the Euroshop 2020 trade show in Dusseldorf. Amidst the veritable cornucopia of everything one can conceive of on a shopping list for elements to enhance or ease the physical retail shopping experience, a particular theme...
by Watt International | Oct 10, 2019 | Blog
The late September announcement that fashion retailer Forever 21 was declaring bankruptcy and closing its Canadian and U.S. stores has been met with varied reactions. Could it mark the beginning of the end for fast fashion? Are young people doing more of their...
by Watt International | Jul 31, 2019 | Blog
Like all businesses, retailers need to pay close attention to measuring the ROI of their spending decisions. But since the relationship shoppers have with brands is hopefully long-term, it is becoming increasingly important for retailers to look beyond a simple ROI...
