Grocery Innovations Canada's Live@home 2021 event was a great way for SAS to get a foot in the door, and create some dialogue within the retailer space. After only a year operating in Canada, SAS Retail Services has acquired a seat at the Canadian retailers' table. Along with the new products showcased, there were some interesting presentations.
One such presentation titled: "Uniquely Ours", Harold Lloyd discussed the creation of "mini departments" within stores that could become powerful customer attractions and increase the experiential shopping feeling within grocery environments. He presented 40 ideas, stores only need to apply a few and they would already be on their way to creating experiences that are unique. Below is an idea for creating excitement around the grab-and-go sandwich. 
Other presentations focused on the labour shortage in Canada and provided ideas on how to improve recruiting and retention in the grocery space. One of our favourite quotes from the event was "Bottles, boxes, cans, and jars day after day is mind-numbing, we need to create memorable moments for our teams and give them something to look forward to." ~ Harold Lloyd.
"There are a lot of exciting new products, technologies, and business opportunities that have come through even with the pandemic. This technology also includes the ability to partake in a tradeshow via online platforms. Without these advancements, we would not have been able to have such a successful tradeshow experience... It was, overall, an informative event, and I believe it really aided in getting our name [SAS Retail Services Canada] out to potential retailers in the market."
-Sabrina Bulfon, SAS Retail CAN Manager
Even though there was a primary focus on Consumer Packaged Goods (CPG,) this year's event saw many retailers searching the virtual floor for technological support. And, SAS' presence secured not only a name for retailers to turn to, but was successful in securing a relationship with one of Canada's grocery retailers.
Time and time again, it comes back to the shopper/customer experience... When we look to that and satisfy that, everyone wins. Our innovations in our service offerings and our SAS ReboticsTM technology help retailers do that."
- Anita Baldwinson, SAS Retail Marketing Director
With local being such a hot topic these days, we loved this idea. This retailer showcases local products at their front-end and, the great thing is one of our services is to help retailers realize their own original experiential creations through resets and renovations.
We look forward to building our solid presence throughout Canada as an innovative service provider. No matter your projects, path, or business needs, SAS Retail can make your vision #possible.
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Topics:
Merchandising,
cpg,
boost product sales,
front-end management,
in stock at the front end,
CPG companies,
Data Collection,
compliance,
#storelevelexecution,
#restockingstores,
Restocking at Retail,
hiring,
store conversions,
grocery retailers,
new store set-up,
Virtual,
Online,
Behind the scenes,
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Innovation,
GIC,
Canada
Covid-19 turned the world on its head. We're defining new norms and what once made sense, is up for individual assumption and acceptance. Especially throughout the United States. The Real Estate market had an astronomical increase rate over the last two years with no signs of correction, pet shelters' inventory is at an all-time low (YAY!) and auto-lots are practically begging people to trade-in their vehicles; almost making non-classic cars an appreciating asset. Analysts are on a non-stop statistical hunt with our consumption and spending.
What about shopping trends within retail?
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Topics:
Remodel,
Merchandising,
Retail,
trends,
Distribution,
cpg,
product movement,
boost product sales,
product cut-in,
resets,
front-end management,
retail re-alignment,
in stock at the front end,
stay in stock,
Data Collection,
#storelevelexecution,
#restockingstores,
Retail Stores,
Restocking at Retail,
COVID-19,
Coronavirus,
#cpgcompanies,
Grocery,
TNG Retail Services,
Team Members,
store resets,
covid grocery category increases,
grocery retailers,
in-store execution,
grocery industry change,
grocery retail renovations,
Makeup,
makeup aisle,
beauty aisle,
increase sales,
merchandise organization,
Behind the scenes
The masks are coming off and America is opening up. The newest CDC regulations have sparked a new wave of interactions, and people are beginning to step back into the social light. And, they're bringing pre-Covid practices with them.
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Topics:
Merchandising,
product movement,
boost product sales,
front-end management,
retail re-alignment,
in stock at the front end,
planograms,
people powered,
Audits,
Retail Stores,
Coronavirus,
TNG Retail Services,
Health,
Resources,
store resets,
private brands,
grocery retailers,
in-store execution,
Cosmetics,
Beauty,
Makeup,
looking good,
makeup aisle,
beauty aisle,
increase sales
A rise in in-store retail shopping is underway. With the Covid-19 vaccinations becoming more readily available and easier to access/administer, people are feeling more comfortable with 'normal activities,' including grocery shopping. A recent study by Inmar Intelligence found that 27% of consumers are headed back to the stores, while 38% will continue an online and in-store combo.
But, what does this mean for Grocers and CPG companies?
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Topics:
Merchandising,
Retail,
Distribution,
logistics,
mapping,
cpg,
product movement,
product cut-in,
resets,
front-end management,
retail sales data,
causal data collection,
in stock at the front end,
stay in stock,
in stock at retail,
CPG companies,
build your brand at retail,
set up displays quicker,
gig economy,
planograms,
people powered,
Data Collection,
Analytics,
modules,
#storelevelexecution,
#restockingstores,
#peoplepowered,
Retail Stores,
Restocking at Retail,
Retail Execution,
COVID-19,
Coronavirus,
jobs,
#instoremarketing,
#cpgcompanies,
Team Members,
store resets,
private brands,
consumer shopping rotation,
covid grocery category increases,
grocery retailers,
shopper marketing,
grocery industry change,
#possible,
Cosmetics,
Beauty,
Makeup,
#WeAreSASRetail
We are ready in a moment's notice.
Crisis can have so many meanings. At SAS Retail Services, we see a crisis as an opportunity to go above and beyond. Though Spring is upon us, Winter left some areas with a crisis as a parting gift.
As a ferocious ice storm blew through the Northwest, one of the Safeway grocery stores in Portland, OR was hit hard. The roof collapsed, the interior structure compromised and a frontline food establishment was shut down, leaving many without that needed grocery location.
We were called, and without hesitation, our Team began picking up the pieces. Clean-up immediately transpired. For safety, the interior was only accessed by Albertson personnel and constructions teams.
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Topics:
Remodel,
Merchandising,
product movement,
retail sales data,
in stock at the front end,
stay in stock,
in stock at retail,
CPG companies,
build your brand at retail,
set up displays quicker,
culture,
people powered,
Data Collection,
#retailexecution,
#storelevelexecution,
#restockingstores,
#crisissupport,
#peoplepowered,
Crisis Support,
Restocking at Retail,
Retail Execution,
Coronavirus,
jobs,
Grocery,
Albertsons,
Team Members,
Teamwork,
Resources,
#wereinthistogether,
store resets,
distribution center conversion,
grocery retailers,
grocery retail renovations,
#WeAreSASRetail,
SAS Retail
Grocery workers are essential service providers who many may overlook during this pandemic. They increased their efforts [across the world/nation] while adding in Covid-19 safety precautions of extra cleaning, expanded maintenance and no-contact online programs.
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Topics:
Merchandising,
cpg,
product cut-in,
in stock at the front end,
CPG companies,
culture,
people powered,
#retailexecution,
#storelevelexecution,
#restockingstores,
#crisissupport,
#peoplepowered,
Retail Stores,
Crisis Support,
COVID-19,
Coronavirus,
Stores,
Grocery,
TNG Retail Services,
Team Members,
Teamwork,
#wereinthistogether,
grocery retailers,
#SupermarketEmployeeDay,
#SupermarketHeroes
How do you encourage customers to shop, but also get them to do it quickly and efficiently?
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Topics:
Remodel,
Merchandising,
general merchandise,
trends,
Distribution,
jhooks,
mapping,
cpg,
product movement,
boost product sales,
product cut-in,
resets,
retail sales data,
in stock at the front end,
CPG companies,
build your brand at retail,
set up displays quicker,
POG,
planograms,
Data Collection,
#restockingstores,
Retail Stores,
Restocking at Retail,
COVID-19,
#instoremarketing,
#cpgcompanies,
Stores,
Grocery,
Albertsons,
TNG Retail Services,
Health,
Safety,
#wereinthistogether,
new distribution center,
store resets,
private brands,
shopping trip consolidation,
grocery retailers,
in-store execution,
shopper marketing,
grocery industry change,
new store set-up,
grocery retail renovations
