Promotional Strategy

Millennials are a unique segment of the consumer marketplace. They do things differently than the generations that precede them and aren’t afraid to make their opinions known (and often very loudly). In particular, businesses are learning that millennials are extremely price sensitive. The Millennial Psyche According to data gathered and published in an IRI survey,…

Marketers are relying heavily on universal discounting, indicating that promotions play a central role in customer acquisition.

In this interactive webinar, retail industry experts will discuss the importance of an effective cross-channel marketing strategy.

Have you ever found yourself stuck when designing a direct mail campaign because you're not sure what offer or promotion to include? You're not alone; we've all been there. The promotion you choose should ultimately depend on what you're trying to achieve — e.g., increased sales, lead generation, awareness, etc. It should also reflect the…

The subscription commerce model is shaking up the retail industry by turning transactions into relationships. A customer clicking “buy” used to be the signal to close the curtain and roll the credits, which made it harder for sellers to re-engage them. Now, subscription purchases signal the beginning of an interaction in which the business must…

Discount sites like Groupon, the former LivingSocial (acquired by Groupon in 2016), and niche markets like Restaurant.com are popular with consumers, allowing them to pre-purchase gift cards for local services and activities at a cut price. From a business owner’s perspective, though, what’s the advantage of promoting your brand on such a site? Is it…

With Thanksgiving, Black Friday and Cyber Monday falling on the early side this year, there's a little longer shopping season — but an overwhelming array of choices. More time means more opportunities to compare assortment, prices and offers, which means loyalty may go out the window.  How can retailers craft engaging, relevant pricing and promotions…

Join us to learn tips for crafting the perfect welcome experience delivered seamlessly across multiple channels.

Fourth-quarter financials in 2017 demonstrate once again that retailers walk a tightrope when it comes to driving sales and maintaining gross margins. In spite of healthy sales increases in the fourth quarter, many retail executives felt the impact of a dynamic business environment that challenged retail companies on numerous fronts: new technology, evolving consumer preferences,…

In a clip from Total Retail Tech, Steve Dennis discusses why retailers without a luxury focus or value-oriented strategy are failing.