Consumer Behavior

You Are What You Drink: Beverages as Status Symbols

You Are What You Drink: Beverages as Status Symbols 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman
Drinks have become status symbols—elixirs of aspiration, representing flavor taste, lifestyle taste, and identity by association. read more

Boomers: The Age of Opportunity

Boomers: The Age of Opportunity 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

updated 6/12/23 It’s time to throw out the assumptions about baby boomers. They’ve laid the groundwork for the “Silver Economy,” a global consumer base worth $2.6tn. While Millennials are now the…

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Self-Checkout: The Good, The Bad & The Future

Self-Checkout: The Good, The Bad & The Future 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

When it comes to self-checkout, there are two types of consumers. Some shoppers love it because they can control how they bag their items and how quickly they can complete…

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Private Label Brands

More Than Value: The Rise of Private Label Brands

More Than Value: The Rise of Private Label Brands 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

At one time, buying the “store brand” of a product was something shoppers did only to save money. Consumers might shamefully slip the product into the basket and hide it…

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The New Kitchen Consumer: 6 Key Archetypes to Know

The New Kitchen Consumer: 6 Key Archetypes to Know 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

Today’s consumers are more knowledgeable, tech-savvy, and decision-conscious in the kitchen than ever, regardless of their diet and shopping habits. Brands have seized the opportunity to market to this new…

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Affordability is In: Retail’s Resale Transformation

Affordability is In: Retail’s Resale Transformation 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

The affordability movement is completely changing retail, and it’s happening globally. When we say “affordability”, we don’t mean cheap. Premium materials and designs are born from “affordable” processes and sources…

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Retail Service Associate

The Resurgence of Retail Services

The Resurgence of Retail Services 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

When you think of retail services today, terms like BOPIS, same-day delivery, subscription models, and replenishment automation probably come to mind. But many brands are looking to differentiate what are…

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The Great Restaurant Recalibration

The Great Restaurant Recalibration 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

Until a year and a half ago, most of the substantial changes in the restaurant industry were intentional, brought about by strategic business goals, and influenced by consumer behaviors. Even…

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A New Appreciation of Home

A New Appreciation of Home 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

The world of a strategist is layered, multifaceted, and complex. Entrenched in the consumer perspective, we find ourselves a bit like a sponge. Eager to absorb every bit of insight…

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Retail Therapy Rooted in Health and Wellness

Retail Therapy Rooted in Health and Wellness 1440 428 Chute Gerdeman

Retail therapy was once about improving a buyer’s mood or disposition. Now retail therapy is about living your best life and wellness spas are popularizing as the perfect solution. We’re…

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