DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Are concerns about Amazon’s motivation for developing face shields at-cost for frontline healthcare workers valid or overblown? Do you think that other large retailers are likely to follow Amazon’s lead in developing their own private label personal protective Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How can farmers’ markets better position themselves to allay customer fears during this time? Should traditional grocers consider outside operations during the pandemic and might they remain in operation after the threat has passed? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Has curbside pickup become a bigger opportunity amid the pandemic or do you see it as a temporary solution for most retailers? What hurdles may the expansion of curbside pickup face? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Bianco comments, featured Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: How likely are Fanatics, Walmart and others to gain a business benefit as a result of their participation in the All-In Challenge? Are there any other current cause-related efforts by retailers that you think are noteworthy? Interactive Edge’s Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Should stores require, recommend or forgo policies regarding wearing masks inside stores amid the pandemic? How should shoppers that do not follow in-store social distancing guidelines established by authorities or businesses be managed? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Bianco Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: What do you find are the advantages and shortcomings of remote communications versus face-to-face? Are remote communications equally efficient or is face-to-face more important for business partners versus fellow employees? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Bianco comments, featured on Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Do companies face an ethical dilemma making a profit and chasing sales during crisis times? Are fashionable face masks, coronavirus-themed t-shirts, et al a merchandising opportunity that has more upside or downside for retailers? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Do you think more supermarkets will convert to pickup and delivery-only operations in an effort to protect associates and customers? Is it possible for grocery stores to operate like this at scale and how might they mitigate any Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Will virtual conferences be a temporary solution addressing current realities or permanently replace many in-person events? What do you see as the keys to producing successful virtual conferences? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Bianco comments, featured on RetailWire’s Braintrust Read more…
DISCUSSION QUESTIONS: Will growth for DTC start-ups in the CPG space likely accelerate due to the pandemic? Do you think the way new brands will be brought to the grocery channel will change significantly post-COVID-19? Interactive Edge’s CEO, Zel Bianco Read more…