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...

As the consumption of cannabis moves from a fringe practice into everyday use, Apple has lifted its ban on its store and allowed shoppable apps to be included. With cannabis catering to a diverse set of needs, people are looking for an easy way to access different products.

Grocery home delivery in France is in its infancy but has seen massive acceleration due to the pandemic. While it’s become more normalised, speed isn’t a strength. Cajoo wants to change that, offering Parisians groceries in as little as 15 minutes, all while matching supermarket prices.

From baking sourdough to mixing quarantinis, culinary pursuits have been a stress reliever for many in the pandemic, but they come with a price tag. With Australians overspending on groceries, they’re looking for ways to cut costs elsewhere and they want brands to offer a helping hand.

The pandemic saw many people pivot to shopping for groceries online – whether for convenience, hygiene, or personal safety. As in-store shopping becomes normalised for Britons again, online-only retailer Ocado is still winning fans and it’s continuing to innovate to drive consumer loyalty.