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Retail Marketing Blog

Point-of-purchase & in-store marketing insight

Practical thinking on how displays, shopper psychology and in-store strategy turn browsers into buyers.

Measuring the ROI of In-Store Displays

How to measure the ROI of in-store displays: uplift versus baseline, live store trials, control stores and the metrics that prove display value.

15 March 2005
POP vs POS: Retail Marketing Terms Explained

POP vs POS explained clearly: what point of purchase and point of sale really mean, how they differ, and when to use each term correctly.

25 January 2005
Retail Shopper Psychology: What Drives Purchase Decisions

How retail shopper psychology drives purchase decisions — attention, choice architecture, social proof and the role of the in-store moment.

02 November 2004
In-Store Marketing Strategies That Increase Sales

Proven in-store marketing strategies that lift sales: cross-merchandising, promotional zoning, sensory cues and shopper-first display planning.

14 September 2004
Designing Effective Retail Displays: Seven Principles

Seven design principles for retail displays that get noticed and drive sales — from the ten-foot rule to clear hierarchy and easy reach.

06 July 2004
What Is Point-of-Purchase Marketing? A Practical Guide

Point-of-purchase (POP) marketing explained: what it is, why it works, and how in-store displays influence buying decisions at the shelf.

18 May 2004