60-second Retail

Related Insight SALT Considerations of Purchasing or Selling an e-Retail Business Insight This insight covers some of the many local tax considerations companies looking to sell or buy an eCommerce retail business need to review/understand before moving forward with the transaction.

Shoppable media and micro or nano influencers. What are they and why are they rapidly evolving the in the retail space? Listen to this episode as we layout what exactly these concepts are, why they are important, and how retailers can leverage them to tap into the next generation of consumers.

Many customers want to actively take part in eco-conscious retail by purchasing sustainable products and having options for low-carbon returns. They also expect retailers embrace reusable and recycled packaging. In this episode we layout how you can create sustainable products and customer experiences to deliver on these expectations.

Consumers have become more concerned about their carbon footprint, as climate change becomes an increasing risk. If your retail brand is not a sustainability advocate just yet, listen to this episode to find out why it’s important for driving business and the steps your business can take to get there.

Augmented reality, a trend on the rise in the retail industry, is something we've been keeping a close eye on and as a retailer, you should too. In this episode we explore it's application in the mobile commerce (mCommerce) and eCommerce space and the benefits it can provide - even for those retail segments that traditionally rely on the in-store experience.

As things get back to normal, it seems brick-and-mortar is back, but in a rebooted way. How has the purpose of retail store and format changed in a post-pandemic world? And are these changes here to stay? In this episode, Ross Forman, Managing Director in the Workplace Operations & Strategy Group at BDO USA, helps us answer these questions and lays out some great examples of what tapping into...

With the slew of changes that came about because of COVID in consumer behavior and shopping experiences, how can retailers leverage these for success? In this episode we explore how the retail industry is taking on a new identity as the pandemic continues to change consumer expectations for e-commerce, in-store shopping experience and shopping trends in general.

Retailers can improve their real estate investments by repurposing their existing footprint. Ross Forman, Managing Director in the Workplace Operations & Strategy Group at BDO USA, is back to help us understand how some retailers have gained an edge simply by re-envisioning the store.

How can retailers use demand forecasting to accurately predict what and how much consumers will purchase? In this episode we look at the state of retail demand, what retailers can expect looking ahead, and how to stay in front of consumer demand.

What are some key actions retailers can take today if they are looking to go into a SPAC? In this episode, Michael Stevenson, Partner and National Practice Leader in Accounting & Reporting at BDO USA, is back to give us some advice when preparing to go into a SPAC.

In this episode, we are joined by Michael Stevenson, Partner and National Practice Leader in Accounting & Reporting at BDO USA, who helps us better understand an emerging trend that is catching on in retail – SPACS. Listen in as we get an overview of the SPACS market, reverse mergers, and a few tips on when and why this approach may be ideal for some retailers.

In this episode Anthony Alfonso, Principal & Leader of the Valuation & Business Analytics group at BDO USA, is back to give us an update on how the retail sectors tracked through BDO's proprietary VBA Assessment tool performed in the first half of the year, and what analysts think is in store for the industry as we head into the all-important holiday season.

Although the COVID-19 pandemic has created unprecedented challenges for many consumer discretionary companies, retailers can still make themselves attractive investment targets. How? In this episode we explore just that, by taking a look at the 6 key factors investment criteria boil down to.

As busy season rapidly approaches, retailers need to act quickly to attract and retain employees in the post-pandemic job market. In this episode, we speak with Ross Forman, Managing Director in the Workplace Operations & Strategy Group at BDO USA, to understand how retailers can make their business an exciting and attractive workplace in both the short- and long-term.