Articles by tag: 2023
Can we take a second and acknowledge how impactful Gina Sansivero and Brandy Alvarado-Miranda are for our industry? … I had a chance to sit down with BOTH of them to break down some of the hottest trends from ISE this year, but also to dive deeper into the conversations and challenges that are […]
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Davos Summit Begins, CEOs and Economists Brace for Recession
(Bloomberg) — The World Economic Forum’s annual meeting began in Davos with corporate executives and economists warning a global recession is likely this year. Of 4,410 business leaders surveyed by PricewaterhouseCoopers LLP in October and November last year, 73% predicted global growth to decline over the coming 12 months. The reading was the worst since […]
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Technology Jobs: The 2023 Outlook
Ben: Hey everyone. Thanks so much for tuning in today. I am your host, Ben Thomas. Today we’re going to take a deep dive into what the technology job market looks like for 2023. If you were to ask somebody on the street what their opinion of the job market in technology for 2023 […]
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2023 Restaurant Trends The Industry Should Watch
There are plenty of stand-out statistics when it comes to food and beverage trends in consumers’ habits and market conditions. 2023 restaurant trends are no different. Guests are looking for authentic experiences, and whether that’s in the environment or the food, restaurants should find the best ways to deliver. Andre Natera, Host, Chef’s PSA […]
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Food & Beverage Trends Forecast: What We Can Expect in 2023
As we near the end of the year, restaurants and those in the food and beverage industry are taking stock of what trends have proved successful this year, and which have not. Barbara Castiglia of Modern Restaurant Management gives her take on what trends are here to stay, and what innovation we can expect as […]
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Etihad Airways CEO Claims that Airline Will Be the First to Fully Vaccinate Crew
A recovery from the coronavirus crisis is taking longer than planned, but should be in place in two years time, Etihad CEO Tony Douglas told Bloomberg’s Manus Cranny as the company announced 100% of airline crew have been vaccinated with the Sinovac vaccine. This is the first airline to vaccinate the entire crew saying ‘some form […]
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The Resurgence of Brick-and-Mortar Stores: One-of-a-kind Shopping Experiences Are Turning Customers into Brand Ambassadors
In the convenient world of e-commerce, big box stores are seeing a resurgence. Chains like Dick’s Sporting Goods, Walmart, and Target are experimenting with one-of-a-kind shopping experiences that can turn casual shoppers into loyal fans. In a recent Experts Talk roundtable, Allen Adamson, Co-Founder at Metaforce, highlighted how one-of-a-kind shopping experiences make for exciting […]
Revolutionize Customer Engagement Through Digital Augmentations in Physical Retail
The digital transformation of retail experiences in physical stores has become crucial as big-box retailers strive to maintain their relevance and competitive edge in a digital era. These retailers are embedding interactive features and digital augmentations in their physical locations to offer unique, engaging customer experiences. This approach merges the tactile allure of in-store […]
Enthusiastic and Trained Employees can Enhance Experiences and Drive Success in Physical Retail
In today’s retail landscape, big-box retailers are emphasizing the importance of their physical locations, even as the digital marketplace continues to expand. Stores like Dick’s Sporting Goods and Walmart are not just maintaining their brick-and-mortar presence but are actively enhancing it with features like interactive elements and new store openings. This reassertion of the […]
The Coexistence of Big Box and Small Retail Relies on Synergistic Relationships
Despite being long time competitors, big box retailers and small local businesses can both coexist in ways that benefit the other. Of course, both retail formats are different but by maintaining their core business models, the two can bank and leverage their strengths and still be open to synergistic relationships. During an episode of […]