Blogs Archive - Retail Express

10 Steps To An Efficient Stocktake Process

Stocktakes don’t have to be a headache for you or your staff. Learn 10 key steps to implementing a process that will save your business time, money and plenty of after-hours inventory session.

69% of Aussies Preferred Shopping In-Store in 2015. Now It’s Still Over 50%. So What About eCommerce?

The demand for in-store shopping in AU & NZ continues. But now, customers also demand online & omnichannel shopping experiences, including Click & Collect.

The Aussie Retailers’ Guide to Offering Buy Now, Pay Later in Store & Online

Your complete guide on Buy Now Pay Later (BNP) in 2022. What it is, how it works, how to set it up in your retail store & online and how it can increase revenue.

Key Retail Dates in AU & NZ 2022/23. Your Complete Sales & Marketing Calendar

Bookmark This! Your complete guide to key retail and holiday dates in Australia & New Zealand in 2022/2023 + 8 steps to maximising profits during sales time>

How To Deal with Angry, Difficult Retail Customers: A Guide To Calm Angry Customers

Covid caused a spike in bad customer behaviour, but difficult customers are not new. Read why it’s time retailers adopt a zero-tolerance policy for abuse & get tips to handle disgruntled customers.

How To Increase Foot Traffic In Your Retail Store In A Pandemic

We show you ways to increase foot traffic, even in difficult times. But with consumer habits permanently changing, it’s vital retailers go omnichannel to future-proof their business.

Redefining The Post-Covid Retail Customer Experience With Innovation, Connection & Relationships

Read how retailers must redefine the customer experience after Covid-19 with personal & emotional connection, innovation & brand building. Must-read tips.

Top 5 Omnichannel Retail Challenges & Why POS Integration Software Is Vital

Getting your online and in-store operations to work in perfect unison is no mean feat. Learn how an integrated system can help you overcome the key challenges.

Cloud-based POS Systems For Retail: 10 Must-Have Benefits

Being lean, agile and smart is everything in today's retail terrain. That’s why retailers need cloud-based POS software that will optimise retail operations to grow and sell more.

How To Write ‘Thank You For Your Purchase’ Messages For Retail Customers (With Swipe-Worthy Examples)

Showing gratitude by writing thank you for your purchase messages is vital for good customer relationships and loyalty. We show you how.

Automated Replenishment: How Inventory Management Software Algorithms Maximise Retail Sales

Learn why minimum stock level formulas don’t work for retailers and how automated stock replenishment can maximise your retail sales using real-world data and algorithms.

Ultimate customer experience examples & actionable tips for every ANZ retailer

Ensuring excellent retail customer experiences (CX) is vital. Get actionable, must-read tips & ultimate customer experience examples by Aussie & NZ retailers.

Why ‘Buy Now, Pay Later’ Options Are Essential For Growth

BNPL services such as Afterpay and Zip Pay are vital for retail success.

Why AU retailers must offer exceptional customer service experiences in 2022

Aussie retailers must offer exceptional customer service & customer experiences in 2022 satisfy new consumer demands & compete online & instore. Must-read >

How To Boost eCommerce Sales & Increase Revenue With The Right Omnichannel POS Software for Retail

Retail business slow? Learn how to boost eCommerce sales (& in-store)/ increase revenue by integrating bricks & clicks with the right omnichannel POS software

8 Reasons To Implement A (POS) Point Of Sale System For Small Retail Businesses

ePOS systems are vital for small retail businesses. You benefit from supply chain visibility, automated inventory control, personalised marketing, data-led decisions and more.

The Benefits Of Offering Click & Collect For Your Business And Customers

Set your business up for success and give customers a better experience by offering Click & Collect on your eCommerce website.

How to Move Brick & Mortar Stores Online: Your 2022 Guide (& How Integrating Both Is Vital Post-Pandemic)

Learn what an omnichannel fulfilment strategy is, how it helps Aussie retailers and how it’s done.

How to set up & launch a Click & Collect Strategy: a Must-read for Retailers

Learn how to set up a slick, profitable Click & Collect strategy for your AU/NZ retail business + 5 questions to ask before launch to ensure smooth sailing.

The 5 Key Drivers of Retail Growth: How To Increase Annual Profit by $120k Per Store

How to Maximise Profitability Per Store

8 Advantages Of An Omnichannel Strategy (& Integration): A Must-Read For Omnichannel Retailing In 2022

Omnichannel retail has powerful advantages over multichannel as it integrates — and puts the customer first.

What Is Retail POS & eCommerce? And How Deeply Integrating Both Gives Lucrative Advantages

Let’s get specific on retail POS and eCommerce — and how integrating both allows you to do and sell more.

Omnichannel Fulfilment Strategy – Logistics & Delivery: A Simple Guide for Aussie Retailers

Learn what an omnichannel fulfilment strategy is, how it helps Aussie retailers and how it’s done.

How A Ship From Store Strategy Is Critical To Omnichannel Best Practice

Learn how to keep up with other retailers by shifting your fulfilment strategy to offer the fastest home delivery experience in your industry, not matter where customers order from.

2014 eftpos ARA Australian Retail Awards

The 2019/2020 Festive Season: Critical Differences You Need To Plan For

Learn how to take advantage of all the key holiday seasons dates.

2020 Holiday Season: How retailers can drive revenue and set-up for future success?

Steps how you can prepare for success this holiday season.

3 Steps to Creating Lasting Strategic Partnerships in Retail

3 ways your retail POS can increase customer loyalty and lifetime value

Smart ways to maximise return on customer acquisition costs.

5 Retail Tips to Boost Your Christmas Sales

Simple but effective strategies to drive seasonal sales.

5 Steps to Empower Your Team With Retail Coaching

5 Tips to Win a Retail Award

6 Advantages Of Using An Inventory Control System In A Multi-Store Business

Juggling multiple stores and locations? Learn all the advantages of using a real-time inventory control system, made for busy multi-store retailers.

64% of In-store Purchases Are Influenced by Digital

7 Ways Your Point of Sale Software Can Enhance Your Business

Accelerating The Growth Of A Retail Champion

How Addons and Integrations Can Slash Your Admin Time

An integrated retail technology stack can transform your productivity.

Advantages of Using an Online POS system in Single Store Businesses

Advantages of Using Point of Sale Software for Multi-Branch Stores

AfterYAY Sale: A Retail Sales & Marketing Opportunity You Don’t Want to Miss

Learn how to get the most out of Afterpay's flash sale

Amazon Retail is Coming to Australia: Is Your Business Ready?

Are You Going To XeroCon 2013?

August National Retail Sales Results

Up-Selling & Cross-Selling Tips To Increase Average Retail Basket Size

How to drive consistent up-selling and cross-selling across all your stores.

The Benefits of Automated Stock Replenishment

Transform your business efficiency, reduce admin hours and increase your profitability by automating your stock replenishment based on data, not guessing games.

Benefits of Point of Sale Systems for Small Businesses

Benefits of A Retail Inventory Management System

Provide the Best Shopping Cart Experience with a Magento Shopping Cart

Birthday Month Marketing Campaign

Learn about the birthday month incentive marketing campaign and drive more customers into your stores.

Marketing Initiatives To Fuel Customer Growth – Part 1

Discover the key lifecycle marketing programs to grow customer profitability.

How a Data Strategy Can Unveil More Insights

The future of retail is data-driven.

How To Build A Shopify Store That Integrates With Your Retail POS

Learn how to create an unrivalled omni-channel retail experience.

Retail Express: 2019 Ultimate Retail Guide for Fashion & Footwear

The Ultimate Guide for Fashion & Footwear Retailers.

Boost Your Bottom Line and Streamline Your Multi-Store Operations Today!

Brava Sport Wins Retail Innovation Award

How To Build A Brilliant Loyalty Program

Is Your Business Ready For Credit Card PINs?

The Top 3 Causes of Lost In-Store Sales And How To Avoid Them

How to minimise the risk of walk-outs and no repeat visits.

Christmas 2019 Planning: How Retailers Can Prepare for the Busiest Season

How to thrive during the biggest retail season

Christmas Retail Sales Up in 2015

Planning for Click Frenzy 2020 and an early start to the festive holiday season.

Australia’s online mega sale kicks off festive and holiday shopping season.

Compare Point Of Sale Systems & Find Your Fit

With more POS systems around than ever, it's worth understanding what solutions are out there, what each kind of system offers and which is the best fit for your retail business.

Consumers Won’t Abandon Instore For Online

Coronavirus: The Impact on Australian & New Zealand Retail

A full report of the supply and demand impacts.

Dick Smith To Open New Wearable Technology Stores

Does Your Business Need a Point of Sale Software?

4 Critical eCommerce Site Tests Every Retailer Should Complete

The 4 tests that can keep your ahead of your online competition.

Endless Aisles – Going Beyond The Buzzwords To Achieve a Competitive Advantage

Maximise inventory availability, product choice and fulfilment speed with a successful Endless Aisles strategy

Endless Aisles & Special Orders: How to meet customer expectations in a sustainable way

Leveraging endless aisles and integrating special orders.

Enhance Your Business Operations Through an Online POS System

Everything you need to know about Click Frenzy 2019

Our top tips for Australia’s online mega sale.

How To Profitably Expand Your Retail Store Network

Profitable store expansion required an agreed process.

Fashion & Accessories Sales Up 17%

Fashion & Accessories Sales Growth Remains Strong

Fashion & Accessories Sales Increase Again

Has The Fashion Industry Unleashed A Monster?

Father’s Day National Retail Sales Results

How The Federal Budget Affected Retail

How Retail Express’ Franchise POS and Stock Control Software Can be a Boon to Franchise Businesses

‘Free’ Retail POS Systems: The Hidden Costs To Look Out For…

Is there such a thing as a 'free lunch'?

Free Standing Stores – A Return to Old Time Retail

Free Up to a Third of Your Administration Time Using Retail Express Systems

The Future Of Retail Stores

Having a Sale? How to Avoid False Advertising in Retail [PLUS Free Template]

How Live Stock Visibility Tools Are Helping Retailers Excel At Customer Experience

Understand why retailers offering Live Stock In-Store and Click & Collect product visibility and availability online gives them a competitive advantage.

How to Choose the Right POS System for Your Retail Business

Follow our 3-step guide to select the right system for your needs.

How to Digitise Your Retail Stocktakes

Our step-by-step guide on how to digitise your stocktaking.

How to Increase Repeat Sales Per Store By $30,000 A Year

The quickest tactics to increase repeat sales and loyalty.

The 5 Key Elements of a Successful Easter Sale in Retail

Learn to make your Easter promotion a success.

How to use a retail loyalty and reward system

How To Use Data-Led Tools To Optimise Your Retail Inventory

Understand the benefits of making data-led decisions to improve your inventory control, priorities and revenue across your stores.

iBeacons – Do They Have Any Real Value?

The $92 Billion In-Store Competitive Advantage and How to Maximise Your Share Of It

How bricks and clicks can unlock a major competitive edge.

Increase Sales With One Simple Step – Mapping

What is Inventory Management and How Can It Help You?

Inventory Optimisation – The Key To Retail Profitability

Is Your Voucher Strategy Impacting Your Revenue Potential?

Promotional and gift vouchers are a key element of festive and holiday season marketing programs.

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