The prediction that retail sales will grow by only 1% in 2012* suggests this may be a pivotal year for retailers. With a move away from high street and towards online for many retailers – will the store of the future actually have a physical presence?
Whatever the state of the economy, there are no brakes being put on innovation in technology.
Mary Portas’ independent review into the future of our high streets is now out and it has made a total of 28 recommendations ranging from creating ‘town teams,’ reviewing car park rates, re-classifying gambling shops and empowering landlords.
Most retailers with a credible multi channel strategy have a plan for fcommerce (ecommerce on Facebook) but there are important points to consider before getting carried away with all the excitement that only Facebook can engender.
