2018 is just around the corner and retailers across America are trying this new philosophy “People don’t have to go to stores anymore; they have to want to go,” said Lee Peterson, an executive vice president at WD Partners, a strategy, design and architecture firm. “And that goes a long way when thinking about what…
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Sephora continues to bet big on marrying the physical retail experience with digital twists in its more than 400 stores in the U.S. For example, an in-store program called Color IQ uses digital devices to scan someone’s skin to find the right shade for foundation, concealer, lip and powder product recommendations. Unlike Amazon—where brands receive limited data…
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In the following year, fast-casual restaurants are trying to optimize their customer’s order experience and are including mobile ordering ahead as one of their main services. “Mobile order-ahead” refers to a consumer-facing mobile payment platform that allows customers to order food remotely, pay for the items on their phone, and pick up their order at…
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You’ve probably read the reviews. Chipotle’s queso didn’t exactly receive the kindest feedback from customers on social media. Perhaps the biggest complaint was its grainy texture. On Tuesday, Bloomberg reported that the fast-casual burrito chain is already reworking the recipe in hopes of salvaging one of its most anticipated product launches in company history. Especially for the reaction on…
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2018 is around the corner and more and more small restaurants are turning their heads into digital content. This strategy is helping small restaurants to compete in the online world. According to the National Restaurant Association, there are over a million restaurant locations in the U.S. Nine out of 10 of these restaurants have fewer…
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Keeping your restaurant up to date implicates a lot of things, specially if you want to be competitive with new restaurants around yours. To start with this, you have to think a proper remodeling plan that stays also your budget in line. Here are 4 important tips for this: 1. Prioritize Your Goals It is…
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Slava Borisov, founder and CEO of DDC Group Inc and ViceVersaLa.com, started with humble beginnings. His parents immigrated to the United States from Ukraine with six kids looking for a better life. After graduating from Western Washington University with a degree in Finance, Borisov moved to Los Angeles looking to begin his entrepreneurial career. Los…
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One of the most important dates for retailers is coming, and since we specialize in retail developments, we consider important to help our clients with some tips to consider for a successful Black Friday. Check out 5 of them! 1. Promote Deals on Social Media Social Media is great to connect with your actual costumes and give…
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Restaurants operators might be wondering what they will encounter the next 2018, and so do us. We’ve been reading some articles and studies regarding this subject, and came up with 3 important trends predictions that will shape Restaurants in 2018. Check them out: 1. Giving back to the Community more and more Restaurants are focusing…
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A recent study from the local search-and-discovery service mobile app, Foursquare, determined which is the most popular fast-food chain in each US state. The QSR chain, Chick-fil-A dominates the popularity which shows that fried-chicken chain generates more revenue per restaurant than any other fast-food chain in the US. Check out the most popular chain in your state:
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