Here are a
few stories that illustrate the dramatic changes going on in retail right now
and there may be some pointers for QVM traders.
Self Driving
Grocery Shops - With this new Boston service a robo delivery van pulls up
outside your door , you unlock the doors with a pre-arranged code and you
choose your groceries. We are mainly thinking essentials here like bread, milk,
eggs, fresh vegetables and fruit.
Trader Joes
End Grocery Deliveries – yes, this is a non-change because US grocery chain,
Trader Joes, has decided to end its grocery delivery service in New York, citing
high costs and economical alternatives as key reasons. Trader Joes introduced
their delivery service when they had just one Manhattan store. Now they have
seven so customers are better serviced and they have many alternative independent
delivery services to use.
Ikea Moves
Into Abandoned High Street Shops in London, Paris & New York – as furniture
retailers and others move out of high streets, Ikea is taking up the space for
a magical furniture display, where there are no tills, and no sales made,
except those made on line.
Some Product
Categories Are Purchased In Big Quantities Online But Not Food – Why?