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Forget Channels. The Shopper Is the Center of Distribution

July 15, 2025 by Maryann Javier

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Retailers and brands are talking more about the demise of channels as shoppers get whatever they want, when and wherever they want. This behavior is not new, but its imprint is beginning to show profoundly, with many retailers struggling to remain relevant. Is the power of the consumer, as in “branded touchpoints” the answer? It’s ... Read more

How Retail Flagships Can Defy Tariff Uncertainty, Through Trust

June 24, 2025June 17, 2025 by Maryann Javier

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Thanks to our Retail Safari® global innovation team, we’ve discovered three inventive flagships that illustrate how retailers can attract spending-cautious shoppers not by selling “stuff,” but by bringing their brands to life through trust and connection. We’re sharing ideas on how these examples can be applied in lower-cost, innovative strategies. Take a free Retail Safari® ... Read more

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