?? Smart lockers, smarter shoppers: Retail's new frontiers
Emotional measurement, underground deliveries, and 'dark' supermarkets are changing the retail scene for good.
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Retail is getting a makeover! Imagine stores that can read your emotions to boost sales.
Meanwhile, Madrid's metro is moonlighting as a delivery service, and Europe's falling in love with smart lockers.
?? In this week's edition, we explore the fascinating innovations reshaping retail and logistics.
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?? Feelings = Profits: The science of shopping
Emotions are becoming the new currency in retail. ????
Why it matters:
??? Over 80% of consumers value experience over products.
?? Customers willing to pay more for better experiences.
?? Traditional metrics miss the 'why' behind purchases.
If a smile means more than just a sale – are you counting what truly counts?
Learn more: The science of emotional retail
?? ?Parcels on track: Madrid's subway surprise
Madrid Metro launches a pilot program to deliver parcels by train. ????
Key points of the program:
?? To reduce pollution and traffic.
??? Operates during off-peak hours.
Approx. 5,000 parcels get sent around Madrid daily, but only 700 parcels per day will be transported via rail.?
Discover more: Madrid's innovative delivery solution
?? Europe’s love for smart lockers
Parcel lockers are gaining popularity across Europe for their convenience. ????
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Why they're trending:
?? They are strategically placed.
? Smart lockers provide 24/7 accessibility.
??? Customizable sizes for different types of retailers.
"If I have a quick lunch break at work, I can quickly run out to fetch my parcel [at the locker]," says Aaron Leach from Bobbox Group.
Explore more: The rise of smart parcel lockers in Europe
?? Inside Coles' dark supermarket
Coles invests $400 million in a first-of-its-kind dark supermarket for faster deliveries. ????
What you’ll find in the facility:
?? 10,000 orders processed daily.
?? 700 robots working alongside employees.
?? 50 items picked-and-packed in under 5 minutes.?
CEO Leah Weckert says this is a “major step change for Coles."?
Go deeper: Coles' innovative dark supermarket
?? Hobart Airport's runway to success
Hobart International Airport's runway upgrade set to boost Tasmania's export market. ????
What it means:
?? Direct flights to Asia now possible.
??? New export opportunities for local produce.
?? Enhanced role as Australia's Antarctic gateway.
"This means a huge boost for the local agriculture industry," says Federal Member Julie Collins.
Find out more: Tasmania's export revolution
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