Through the sale of essential goods, retail is a fundamental link in the economy.
In recent years, the sector has undergone a profound transformation due to the emergence of new technologies, changing consumer expectations and the growing influence of online commerce, exacerbated by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Retailers must shift from a supply-driven approach of matching goods for the mass to a data-driven hyper-personalised experience for individual consumers including their sustainability expectation.
External ratings are purposely becoming more complex and demanding.
Astragal helps educate you and your suppliers on the external assessment chosen (e.g. CDP, EcoVadis) in order to ensure that ratings reflect your sustainability performance and your suppliers’ practices.
Latest studies (PwC – 2024) confirm the willingness of consumers to spend more on sustainability produced goods.
Why not combine sustainability and loyalty in a programme that would allow customers to earn points by: purchasing organic products, returning packaging… and have access to exclusive green deals?
Extreme weather conditions can drastically reduce consumer traffic in shops and make work unbearable for employees.
From reflective roofing materials to cooling jackets, we will evaluate all particle options available to limit heat waves for employees and customers on your site.
Today, it is already possible to collect parcels, return used electronic devices and send mail from a supermarket.
Considering other services, such as repairs or carpooling, would increase traffic while limiting GHG emissions.
