Speed and convenience have become the consumer norm. Since the COVID-19 pandemic, when people worldwide were introduced to instant access to goods and services via apps and digital platforms, the supply and demand considerably grew and splintered. The 'I need it now' culture shows no signs of slowing down, ye...

Tesco’s store in High Holborn, London allows customers to get what they need and leave the store without scanning their items or using a checkout. As people increasingly look to optimise their daily routines, some brands are bringing helping to simplify their day-to-day.

Online grocery shopping has been slow to take off in the US, but with COVID-19, more people than ever are signing up for the service. Shipt offers same-day delivery from a variety of retailers, providing quick, clean, and convenient drop-offs at a time when it's never been more appealing.

The Alibaba-owned Freshippo supermarkets are transforming the grocery shopping experience in China into one that’s truly seamless and omnichannel. In doing so, these stores are responding to the changing habits and expectations of post-pandemic Chinese grocery shoppers.

E-commerce has boomed during the pandemic with Amazon coming out on top, yet as people return to their normal routines, growth has begun to slow down. As a result, Amazon is looking to open physical retail stores, to cater to omnichannel retail desires and fend off competition.