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Top 30 Retail Trends in October

From AR-Based Store Replicas to All-in-One Self-Serve Kiosks

— October 29, 2022 — Business
These top October 2022 retail trends highlight an array of themes, but the most prominent remains the increased digitization of the shopping experience. This includes incorporating aspects of the eCommerce shopping experience into the brick-and-mortar one, which is seen most prominently with the Instacart Connected Stores initiative. The shopping experience is enhanced by merging the in-store shopping process with the brand's app and website along with convenience features like the Caper smart cart.

Another theme within this collection of retail trends includes the hybridization of the shopping experience where shoppers purchase online and pick up in-store (AKA click and collect). This has been prevalent for several years, but accelerated swiftly during the pandemic and is now experiencing continued refinement. This is observed with the Apex OrderHQ Exterior Smart Food Locker to help diners easily pick up restaurant orders rather than opting for delivery.
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Fried Chicken Retail Expansions
Fried Chicken Retail Expansions
Starbird Announces the Debut of its National Franchise Program
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Gas Station Payment Partnerships
Gas Station Payment Partnerships
Fuelman and Comdata Cards are Now Accepted at ExxonMobil Stations
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Pocket-Sized Computer Peripherals
Pocket-Sized Computer Peripherals
The PockCombo is a Keyboard and Mouse Designed for Professionals
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Streamlined Retail Shelf Trays
Streamlined Retail Shelf Trays
The SimpliStock Peg Pusher System is Easy to Install
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Retailer Immunization Events
Retailer Immunization Events
Walmart Wellness Day Offers a Range of Resources
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Customer Appreciation Pizzas
Customer Appreciation Pizzas
Little Caesars Launched the New Fanceroni Pizza in Canada
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Creator-Driven Grocery Shopping Platforms
Creator-Driven Grocery Shopping Platforms
Jupiter Helps Shoppers Discover Recipes From Creators
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Retail-Focused Investing Algorithms
Retail-Focused Investing Algorithms
CoinShares Launches an Algorithmic Trading Tool Called 'HAL'
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Unified Payments Platforms
Unified Payments Platforms
Payload and J.P Morgan Partner to Launch an All-in-One Payment Solution
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Dispensary-Specific POS Systems
Dispensary-Specific POS Systems
The Flowhub 'Maui' POS Platform is Adaptable
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Electric Freight Trucks
Electric Freight Trucks
Mercedes-Benz Debuted the eActros LongHaul Prototype Truck
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Creator-Matching Shopping Features
Creator-Matching Shopping Features
LTK Unveils New Features To Better Connect Shoppers to Creators
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Taco Tuesday Promotions
Taco Tuesday Promotions
7-Eleven is Celebrating National Taco Day with a Special Offer for Members
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Workplace Collaboration Applications
Workplace Collaboration Applications
Zoom is Rebranding its Chat System and Adding New Features
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Checkout-Free Concession Lanes
Checkout-Free Concession Lanes
Zippin Launches New Turnkey Self-Checkout Solution, 'Zippin Lane'
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Expansive Halloween Retail Collections
Expansive Halloween Retail Collections
Target Launched its 2022 Halloween Set with 100+ Products
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Empathic Emporium Pop-Ups
Empathic Emporium Pop-Ups
Not on the High Street's FML Store is Full of Uplifting Curated Gifts
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AR-Based Store Replicas
AR-Based Store Replicas
Lowe's Will Create a 'Digital Twin Store' Using Augmented Reality
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Smart Food Lockers
Smart Food Lockers
Apex Unveils Its OrderHQ Exterior Smart Food Locker at FSTc
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Heavyweight Folding E-Bikes
Heavyweight Folding E-Bikes
Wallke Launched the 'H6' High-Performance Foldable E-Bike
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Online Fashion Apps
Online Fashion Apps
'MUSINSA' Launched a New E-Commerce Fashion App in Singapore
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Toy Brand Retail Partnerships
Toy Brand Retail Partnerships
Target and FAO Schwarz Have Partnered for Physical and Online Shops
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All-in-One Self-Serve Kiosks
All-in-One Self-Serve Kiosks
Touch Dynamic's 'Edge Ultra Kiosk' is Perfect for Restaurant Chains
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Walk-In Freezer Concept Stores
Walk-In Freezer Concept Stores
Sainsfreeze Shows Customers How to Freeze Foods & Reduce Waste
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Unified Grocery Shopping Platforms
Unified Grocery Shopping Platforms
Instacart Debuts New All-in-One 'Connected Stores' Platform
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Proprietary Drink-Making Systems
Proprietary Drink-Making Systems
Starbucks is Implementing a New 'Siren System' for Drink Making
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Ethical Neighborhood Convenience Stores
Ethical Neighborhood Convenience Stores
The Goods Mart is a Curated Better-for-You Store
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AR Fashion Pop-Ups
AR Fashion Pop-Ups
ZERO10 + Crosby Studios Set Up a Shop with Digital-Only Clothing
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Multi-Sensory Streetwear Stores
Multi-Sensory Streetwear Stores
Presented By Launches an Immersive Sneaker Store in Riyadh
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