Shopping carts are an integral part of our daily lives, often unnoticed as we go about our regular shopping routines. But for retail store owners or managers, the value of a high-quality shopping cart can’t be overlooked. These handy devices are the result of a complex manufacturing process. Depending on the manufacturing company, this process…
When a customer walks into a store, the first thing they often seek is a shopping basket. Unbeknownst to many store owners, a multitude of factors go into this seemingly mundane decision. Understanding these factors can significantly improve a customer’s shopping experience and, consequently, enhance customer retention and sales. There are a host of considerations…
Have you ever heard that what you do with your shopping cart when you’re done with it says a lot about you? You’ve probably noticed this phenomenon before—shopping carts left haphazardly in parking lots, abandoned on sidewalks, or even stolen outright. These situations are more common than you might think, and they carry substantial implications…
When it comes time for that initial order or replacement of a fleet of shopping carts for your store, you may find yourself mulling over some questions about what to purchase. How large do your carts need to be? What kinds of features will they require for your target shoppers? And are metal or plastic…
You know that your customers’ shopping experience at your store is a comprehensive journey—it begins when they park their car in your parking lot and extends to their experience navigating your aisles and checking out with your sales clerks. But you may not realize that your shopping baskets—a critical piece of the customer journey—can convey…