10 Back-to-College Essentials

10 Back-to-College Essentials

It’s that time of year again; the back-to-college countdown begins. According to the National Retail Federation, college students and their families will spend nearly $46 billion, an average of $836.83 per family, on back-to-college supplies this year.1 Tight budgets are pushing college students to be more resourceful with their time and money. Students are looking … Continue reading →

5 Not-So-Obvious Ways to Organize a Dorm Room

5 Not-So-Obvious Ways to Organize a Dorm Room

Moving away from home for the first time is a big deal, especially when students are going to college. It’s difficult for them to decide what they want to bring versus what they have room for. Some students are assigned a freakishly nice dorm room; unfortunately not everyone can be that lucky. Spending the year … Continue reading →

Fitness Frenzy–Trending Fitness Products

Fitness Frenzy–Trending Fitness Products

You’ve probably heard of the Freshmen 15 but it is not uncommon for all college students to gain weight while in school. Exercise is important no matter your age, but college students are reporting higher rates of depression, anxiety, and obesity1. Regular physical activity is known to reduce health risks and lessen the symptoms with … Continue reading →

Get Loud–Trending Audio Products

Get Loud–Trending Audio Products

Millennials spend most of their waking moments glued to a screen but audio is a large component of their media time. Headphones and speakers are used for almost every gadget available these days. Users can listen to music through their smartphone or stream their favorite shows from a tablet.  It takes time to pick the … Continue reading →

Customer Loyalty vs. Customer Experience

College stores already have a pretty good base for loyal customers. They are usually in convenient locations around campus and stock many of the things that students need most, from school and dorm supplies to books and consumer electronics. So when a student discovers they need a new laptop, or realizes they should update to … Continue reading →

Mobile Retail Resources

Embracing mobile retail is important for retailers trying to truly integrate the shopping experience across all channels which, as we know, has now become vital if one is looking to stay ahead. Consumers now expect to be able to access information and make decisions on the go. According to ACI Worldwide, 93% of people who … Continue reading →

Understanding Mobile Usage Trends

Smartphones are transforming the in-store shopping experience. According to the Pew Research Center, 97% of Millennials own a cell phone and of those 80% own a smartphone. Smartphone usage has exploded and this is one trend that’s here to stay. Understanding how cell phones are used in Millennials’ shopping habits can help retailers understand how … Continue reading →

Retail Mobility is Mainstream

According to a report by the Deloitte Consulting firm, the next few years are going to be huge for mobile. Its influence is anticipated to grow exponentially between 17% and 21% of total retail sales, amounting to somewhere between $628 billion and $752 billion in mobile-influenced store sales by 2016. Take a look at where … Continue reading →