{"id":146625,"date":"2023-09-15T06:49:44","date_gmt":"2023-09-15T06:49:44","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/news.sap.com\/africa\/?p=146625"},"modified":"2023-09-27T17:24:24","modified_gmt":"2023-09-27T17:24:24","slug":"retail-in-motion-driving-resilience-and-adaptability-in-modern-retail","status":"publish","type":"post","link":"https:\/\/news.sap.com\/africa\/2023\/09\/retail-in-motion-driving-resilience-and-adaptability-in-modern-retail\/","title":{"rendered":"Retail In Motion: Driving Resilience and Adaptability In Modern Retail"},"content":{"rendered":"

\"\"The retail industry is undergoing a significant transformation. Customers still expect value for money, but they are now increasingly demanding tailored and personalised shopping experiences that reflect their changing needs and preferences. They want more convenience in terms of purchasing options and channels, as well as more socially and environmentally friendly options.<\/h1>\n
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Dumisani Moyo<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

At the same time, cost volatility, supply chain disruptions and workforce shortages further exacerbate these challenges for retailers. Moreover, the dual challenges of cost-push inflation and the shifting landscape of consumer behaviour represent a formidable test for even the most resilient players in the retail sector. The retail sector has seen tremendous change, with traditional brick-and-mortar retailers now facing fierce competition from their online retail counterparts.<\/p>\n

This fierce competition takes place in a dynamic environment where consumer loyalty is influenced by rapidly changing customer needs and expectations. Customers today have a multitude of options, making it crucial for retailers to adapt swiftly to meet their demands. However, within all these challenges also lie unparalleled opportunities. The future of retail doesn’t have to be characterised by doom and gloom. Rather, it is a future in which cutting-edge technology can serve as a guiding beacon, illuminating untapped avenues for innovation, growth, and prosperity for retailers.<\/p>\n

But how do\u00a0retailers deliver on these priorities?<\/strong><\/h2>\n
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Blessed Hwaire<\/figcaption><\/figure>\n

To thrive in this dynamic environment, retailers must prioritise and excel in several key areas:<\/p>\n