Following on from last year’s success, the Good Retail Awards return to the stage for 2023. Taking place as part of Spring Fair on Sunday 5th February 2023, the Good Retail Awards are set to shine a light on the achievements of those embracing creativity and innovation to achieve retail success.
Modern Retail are delighted to have a range of forward-thinking companies serving the retail industry sponsor these annual awards.
Modern Retail had the pleasure of speaking to Gold Sponsor of the Good Retail Awards, Scurri, getting their insight on the retail industry, as well as sharing what they’re looking forward to most from the 2023 Awards. Here’s what they had to say:
Meet Scurri
Scurri is a customisable next generation delivery management software that was created to put you back in control of your business by cutting costs, coordinating carriers, scaling your capabilities and enhancing your offer. The Scurri delivery management platform connects and optimises the online ordering, shipping and delivery process for online retailers. Scurri manages in excess of 100 million parcel deliveries annually for eCommerce retailers including eBay, Vision Direct and Bulk Powers to name a few and are integrated with delivery partners such as UPS, Royal Mail, An POst, DHL, TNT, DPD, Yodel, Evri and may more, offering 97% coverage in the UK.
1. How does it feel to be sponsoring the Good Retail Awards 2023 and why is it such a significant date in the retail calendar?
The retail industry has experienced a difficult trading period with the macroeconomic factors impacting on consumer demand. Despite this as an industry we have seen great resilience and continued innovation. The Good Retail Awards 2023 is a great opportunity to meet industry colleagues and recognise some individual achievements.
2. Which retail trends have you seen emerge in 2022?
Some of the top trends emerging in 2022 include a return to retail stores, continued adoption of technology to enhance the omnichannel customer experience, increased focus on cost control and more focus on increasing customer loyalty due to higher customer acquisition costs.
3. What are you looking forward to seeing from the Good Retail Awards entries?
We’re looking forward to seeing innovative retailers combined with a focus on improving the customer experience.
4. Tell us more about your outlook for the retail industry in 2023
2023 will continue to be a challenging period for the retail industry. Retailers will need to control costs to offset a decline in consumer demand. Increased competition for available consumer spend will lead to higher consumer expectations around price discounting and an enhanced eCommerce experience. Retailers will need to take more control of the post purchase experience to increase brand loyalty and drive increased revenue.
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Holly brings a wealth of experience in both print and digital publishing. As Modern Retail’s Content Editor, Holly is passionate about helping independent retailers to thrive in today’s ever-changing market.
