Value (Price) Archives - WSL Strategic Retail

It’s More Than Holidays… It’s How Shoppers Celebrate Life

Seasonal isn’t just the big holidays anymore. Today’s shoppers crave reasons to celebrate, large and small—whether it’s a cultural tradition, a school milestone, or just a fun moment in the middle of the week. Retailers who step up with timely and thoughtful support can transform these occasions into deeper connections and stronger loyalty. In our ... Read more

Turning Stores Into Neighborhood Destinations

Localization is more than just a personalized welcome and goodbye. Today’s shoppers expect stores that reflect their neighborhoods, but also their culture and passions. When retailers embrace local, they create destinations that feel personal and irreplaceable. The payoff? Shoppers see the brand as a trusted community partner rather than just another chain. In our August ... Read more

Convenience Matters

Shoppers today expect ease at every step — from discovery to purchase and beyond. This month, we’re spotlighting companies that are removing friction and making the shopping journey more seamless than ever. In our March edition of the Retail Safari® Newsletter, we explore groundbreaking innovations across categories, including: Personalized Pricing Tools: Giving customers more control ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – September 2024 Edition

In this issue, we present fantastic in-store retail experiences highlighting merchandising, convenient shopping, and a refreshed, simplified format. YETI – Chicago, IL Amazon Fresh – Eatontown, NJ LUSH – Brea, CA Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest global retail innovation– in a snap. Within the SNAP presentation, don’t miss ... Read more

Retail Safari® SNAP – May 2024 Edition

In this issue we present the ultimate in-store retail experiences with focus on community, sustainability, and quick, easy meals: Samsung Gangnam – Seoul, South Korea The Body Shop – Toronto, Canada Trader Joe's Pronto – New York, NY Retail Safari® SNAP fuels you, and your teams, with the latest global retail innovation– in a ... Read more

Smart Shopping to Live Well

Our How America Shops® report, Caution! Retail Curves Ahead, reveals that financial anxiety affects 77% of shoppers caused by increases in their monthly expenses. Retailers and brands have an opportunity to respond with innovation in merchandise and experience. In this Retail Safari® we reveal: Examples of retailers and brands who are delivering more affordable wellness ... Read more

Categories Reimagined: Discover NEW!

Click the link and launch a free tour of how a Retail Safari® can satisfy your shopper’s quest for finding something new in a retail store. In this free innovation tour: The physical store is the discovery zone where most shoppers go to find something new, stock-up on groceries or find an item they need right ... Read more

Unlocking the Door to [Shopper] Happiness

As shoppers adapt to life post-Pandemic, and grapple with the effects of inflation, retailers and brands should think about how they can enhance shoppers’ happiness and overall wellbeing. In this Retail Safari®, we reveal: Insights from our How America Shops® reports that reveal what shoppers believe contributes to a happy life Three different retail formats ... Read more

Seasonal Shopping: Winning Frugal, Busy Shoppers

Our new How America Shops® report, Paradox of the New Shopping World, reveals that 88% of shoppers agree that the prices they are paying today are here to stay. As a result, 85% are cutting spending to pay for the basics or being cautious about what they spend. As shoppers hunt down seasonal items for ... Read more

Don’t Whisper! Shout Your Values

Half of shoppers are committed to their values, especially Millennials, who are driving this change and expect brands to deliver on sustainability. Retailers and brands need to help shoppers find their values in the store and online. In this Retail Safari®, we help you get started with: Inspiration from retailers and brands who are "shouting" ... Read more