Mercury Order<\/a>, an online ordering software as a service (SaaS) developed by Grofuse, is experiencing a high number of enquiries and sign-ups due to the significant shift in consumer behaviour.<\/p>\n\u201cRather than solely relying on traditional brick and mortar trading, local retail business owners are now embracing sales in other forms \u2013 such as click and collect and delivery services. We are seeing a high number of enquiries from various retail businesses such as butchers, bakers, delis and others.<\/p>\n
\u201cThis year has witnessed upheaval in many businesses operations and retail is no exception. Retailers are now adapting to the \u2018new norm\u2019 as demand continues to soar for online shopping.\u201d<\/p>\n
According to research published by Econsultancy, 51% of shoppers globally plan to shop locally during the 2020 holiday period and in the lead up to Christmas, while 58% of UK consumers say they\u2019re shopping more online than they did before Covid-19.<\/p>\n
British Retail Consortium (BRC) chief executive, Helen Dickinson has said this week (in \u2018Retail Gazette\u2019): \u201cRetailers have already invested heavily in safety, compliance and alternative ways to shop, but will need to continue to reassure consumer confidence for shoppers\u2019 journeys to ensure they capitalise on festive sales and, crucially, sales.\u201d<\/p>\n
Similar to many larger retailers previously hesitant to embrace e-commerce – such as Marks and Spencer and Lidl – local retailers are now implementing online ordering services to recoup their losses and thrive, while giving customers a convenient and safe way to shop.<\/p>\n
Mr Cullen added: \u201cThis peak season, the indications are that consumers are likely to shop earlier and less often, and online ordering services will be a viable option for those choosing to stay at home due to local restrictions.\u201d<\/p>\n
\u201cAs rising case numbers and future restrictions may see a further footfall decline in the coming months – with customers less inclined to queue in the winter weather \u2013 we are seeing retailers acting with greater urgency to safeguard their businesses, staff and customers.\u201d Mr Cullen added.<\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":"
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