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Everyone in DTC should watch this clip - it's is the simplest way to understand and leverage upsells/cross-sells in your store. Impulse buys are all about timing and psychology. Think about it—just like Mr. Kim in Kim’s Convenience, it’s all about knowing when to offer that little something extra. By tapping into it, you can boost your average order value without being pushy. If you're not already doing this, you might be missing out. If Mr. Kim can master the Impulse Zone, so can you! Give your customers that “Oh, I could use this too!” moment, and watch the magic happen.

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Nearly 200,000 Kirana Stores Shuttered as Competition from Quick Commerce Heats Up! Let’s break down the transformation happening here: 1️⃣ Traditional Value Creation: Kirana stores served as crucial links between distributors and consumers, driving value by managing last-mile delivery and earning solid margins on this distribution. 2️⃣ Intangible Value: Beyond this, there's an intangible value of convenience for consumers, who would personally visit for purchases - investing their time and effort. Here’s how the game is changing, in my opinion: 1️⃣ Shifting Profit Chains: Now, the value that Kiranas provided is being fulfilled by Dark Stores and delivery personnel, shifting profits from local stores to Dark Store operators, delivery teams, and Quick Commerce companies. 2️⃣ Monetizing Time & Effort: The intangible value of customer time and effort has been redefined as "convenience," with Quick Commerce turning this into a monetized fee model. What do you think about these shifts in local commerce? Would love to hear your thoughts!

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***Specially for fellow builders who reached out to me to understand the Quick Commerce space*** 💥Unpacking the Boom: A Deep Dive into India's Quick Commerce Landscape 🇮🇳 India's eCommerce market is witnessing a fiery sub-sector – Quick commerce (Q-commerce)! This post dives deep into the trends shaping this dynamic space, along with some category-wise analysis to understand its full potential.📈 🌞Data-Driven Trends: The Indian Q-commerce market is expected to reach a staggering US$19.93 billion by 2030, boasting a phenomenal CAGR of 63%.🚀 This explosive growth is fueled by the Indian consumer's insatiable desire for instant gratification and super-fast deliveries within minutes or hours.🚀 Hyperlocal delivery models are gaining traction, with e-commerce platforms partnering with local stores to ensure rapid fulfillment. Tier 2 & 3 cities and even rural areas are witnessing a surge in Q-commerce adoption, indicating a significant market expansion beyond metros.🚀 🌞Category Breakdown: What's Hot & What's Not? 1. Groceries & FMCG: This category leads the pack, driven by the daily need for essentials and convenience. Expect further growth as fresh produce delivery options gain prominence. 🐮 2. Pharmaceuticals & Healthcare: Rapid delivery of medicines is a game-changer, particularly for chronic medication needs. Look out for increased partnerships between Q-commerce platforms and pharmacies. ⭐✨ 3. Electronics & Appliances: While instant delivery might not be feasible for all products, faster fulfillment options for smaller gadgets and accessories hold promise.🐏 4. Fashion & Apparel: This category might see slower adoption due to the need for trial and fit. However, faster delivery options for pre-paid and sure-size purchases could be successful. 🐕 🌞Beyond the Numbers: The Road Ahead Innovation in cold chain logistics will be crucial for delivering temperature-sensitive products like groceries and pharmaceuticals.💯 Inventory management will be a key differentiator, with platforms needing to optimize stock levels at dark stores to ensure quick fulfillment.💯 Data privacy and security will be paramount as Q-commerce platforms handle sensitive customer information.💯 Q-commerce in India is a goldmine with immense potential. By understanding category-wise nuances and addressing emerging challenges, players can unlock the true power of this disruptive force.💰💰 #qcommerce #india #ecommerce #onlineshopping #retailtech #futureofretail Are you a building in the Indian Q-commerce space? Share your thoughts on category trends and the future outlook in the comments!

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As a founder, I'm constantly learning the ropes alongside my team. Here I am, loading a shipment for a major Indian retailer. Being hands-on helps me understand every aspect of our operations, from the ground up. This firsthand knowledge is crucial for minimizing errors and ensuring smooth deliveries. Every journey begins with a single step. What are you doing to stay involved in your day-to-day operations? #founder #leadership #logistics #supplychain #teamwork

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India's first platform is dedicated to offering plus-size clothing from multiple brands all in one place. Nibban Agarwal shared his journey of creating a fashion revolution, addressing the lack of options for people with different physiques in the Indian fashion industry. Watch his startup story here: https://lnkd.in/dMQeRQ9R Startup Steroid - Deal Flow | SPVs | Demo Day Platform || Startup Game Changer

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“Blinkit kiya ky?" While online grocery was booming in India, many doubted 10-minute deliveries could work at scale. Blinkit is now valued at $13 billion, making it more valuable than Zomato's core food delivery business. Its rise echoes the story of an Indian startup that optimized for convenience to beat global giants at their game. Founded as Grofers in 2013, co-founders Albinder Dhindsa and Saurabh Kumar observed that Busy Indians lacked time for mundane tasks like grocery shopping. Their initial marketplace model showed potential but lacked the delivery speed necessary to define the future of online grocery. In 2021, Blinkit launched as an independent quick commerce arm. Working backwards from user needs, they focused on optimizing the final mile of fulfillment. By locating micro-warehouses within neighborhoods rather than large centralized hubs, 10-minute delivery became possible. Location played a key role in Blinkit's success. Their "dark stores" model allowed for constant inventory replenishment based on purchasing patterns. An efficient routing technology ensured couriers could reach customers in under 10 minutes. Other factors driving Blinkit's traction included: - Exclusive focus on rapid 10-minute deliveries eliminated shopping hassles. - Leveraging location data to provide personalized recommendations boosted impulse buys. - Renaming to Blinkit clearly positioned their speed-focused proposition. - Creative promotions and customer testimonials validated their delivery capabilities. Today, Blinkit leads India's burgeoning quick commerce market, serving 25+ cities. While profitability questions persist, Blinkit has shown how optimizing for consumer needs can unlock significant demand. What are your views on their long term viability? #zomato #quickcommerce #omnichannel #ecommerce

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🛍 🏬 Going offline has become essential for direct-to-consumer (D2C) brands scaling beyond Rs 100 crore, especially if they are in categories like fashion, accessories, and home goods. However, high rents remain a big challenge, as is finding the right location at the mall, which is highly complicated. So, how are brands navigating this ❓ Soumya Gupta writes for The Arc #d2c #consumer #brands #startups #venturecapital #retail #malls https://lnkd.in/gdRkB8Tu

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India's D2C fashion space is booming like no other, with the country's growing middle class, increasing discretionary spend online. More than 40,000 D2C fashion brands have emerged in just the last two years, creating a vibrant and competitive market. utsav and I are building in the D2C fashion e-commerce x AI space. We are addressing discoverability challenges for both users and brands by enabling multi-modal search and comparison, making it easier for: (a) users to find and compare fashion items, and (b) for brands to be discovered Alongside Tech roles such as AI researcher, ML scientists, we're also looking to grow our business team and are hiring for roles in our Growth and Partnerships teams. If you’re passionate about fashion and want to be part of the coolest start-up in town 👀 😎 , apply now using the links below - a. Partnerships (CTC: 20-30 LPA): https://tally.so/r/3N0Y0W b. Growth (CTC: 25-40 LPA): https://tally.so/r/wA8DxW note: the CTC ranges are indicative and might vary basis experience and fit for the role. #hiring

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This Indian Footwear Manufacturing Startup is Set to Hit Rs 1,000 Crore (~$125 Million) Revenue in FY25. (Here's Everything You Need to Know) Abhishek Ganguly, former Puma India MD & now Co-founder & CEO of Agilitas an Indian sports and athleisure startup that designs, manufactures, and distributes sports brands. Agilitas Sports acquired Mochiko a sports footwear manufacturer last year for an undisclosed amount is now leading Mochiko on a massive growth trajectory. Did you know? In the FY23, Mochiko reported revenue of Rs 640 crore (~$75 Mn) The company has closed FY24 with revenue in the range of Rs 730-740 crore (~$90 Mn). Mochiko is constructing a large production facilities in Noida & South India, expected to become operational within the next 6-8 months. Further solidifying its production capabilities. “Currently, Mochiko has an annual production capacity of 12 Million pairs & employs 10,000 workers. Our goal is to double this capacity in the next three to four years,” said the CEO To support this massive expansion, Rs 300-400 crore (~$40-50 Mn) will be invested in the development of these new production facilities. In a recent interview to Economic times, Ganguly emphasized the importance of investing in automation & technical advancements to streamline Mochiko’s manufacturing processes. With the expansion plan in full swing, Mochiko is on track to achieve Rs 1,000 crore (~$125 Mn) revenue by FY25. Since its inception in 2008, Mochiko has been a key manufacturer for several global brands, including #Adidas, #Puma, #NewBalance, #Skechers, #Reebok, #Asics, #Crocs, #Decathlon, #Clarks, and #USPolo. Why is this important? India's footwear industry is gaining momentum especially the non-leather footwear with the recent invest of Rs. 5000 Cr (US$600 Million) in constructing a footwear park in Tamil Nadu’s Perambalur district, attracting global brands seeking to leverage skilled labor and competitive costs. Mochiko's expansion is a example to this trend and positions India as a major player in the global footwear market. -------- ❓ Do you think Indian leather footwear manufacturers and other entrepreneurs should seize this opportunity to enter the sports footwear market? What potential advantages or challenges could they face? Let me know your thoughts in the comments section below #footwear #footwearindustry #shoes #sportsshoes #manufacturing #investment #growth #business Abhishek Ganguly

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During a recent event, a CXO from a reputed retail brand in India mentioned to me "You're meme based messaging surrounding retail is very nice. I am not your network but look upto your LinkedIn post" Memes are the best form of communicating your agenda to an audience because they combine humor, relatability, and virality, making complex ideas easily digestible and shareable. Here is another one to lighten everyones day! Why wrestle with outdated, on-premise POS systems when you can elevate your retail game with a cloud POS? 🌩️🛒 Imagine updating your inventory while sipping coffee in your PJs instead of wrestling with a tangled mess of cables and crashing servers. 😂☕ No more "the system is down" excuses—just seamless sales, real-time data, and happy customers. Upgrade to cloud POS and say goodbye to the Stone Age! 🦖🔌 #RetailRevolution #CloudPOS #RetailTech #UpgradeNow Fynd (Shopsense Retail Technologies Ltd.) Fynd Commerce Platform Ragini Varma Sriram Ramakrishnan Shreya Seerehalli KUNAL KUMAR Prathmesh Thaker Rajarshi Mondal Gaurav Bole Rakesh jaiswal Yadvendra singh Jinal Pachchigar Shweta Lamba Archit Jain Saad M Kedar Kulkarni Aravind Nallajerla

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It’s intriguing to consider whether the rise of e-commerce and Q-commerce is genuinely eroding the market share of local kiranas or simply capturing the surge in India’s digital commerce economy. Unlike many countries where retail evolution moved from small stores to organized formats and then to e-commerce, India appears to be leapfrogging directly into e-commerce, bypassing the intermediate steps. This shift could be attributed to rapid internet penetration, affordable smartphones, and changing consumer behavior. The key challenge lies in balancing this growth while ensuring the survival of kiranas, which still form the backbone of India’s retail ecosystem. The real opportunity may lie in integrating kiranas into the digital ecosystem rather than displacing them entirely The article shares more survey results and claims that the rise of quick commerce platforms in India has significantly disrupted traditional retail markets, leading to the closure of approximately 200,000 Kirana stores in the past year. These closures are concentrated in metropolitan and Tier-1 cities, where aggressive business practices like deep discounting and predatory pricing have made it difficult for smaller stores to compete. Despite their widespread reach and community reliance, many Kirana stores are experiencing reduced footfall and declining profit margins. Some have started adopting digital solutions to counter the impact, including taking orders via WhatsApp and partnering with e-commerce platforms. This situation reflects a broader transformation in India’s retail landscape, driven by evolving consumer preferences and technological advancements. #DigitalIndia #ECommerceGrowth #QCommerceRevolution #KiranaStores #RetailTransformation #LocalToGlobal #IndianEconomy #TechForSmallBusinesses 

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🔴TRAILER : How Project-Based Learning Prepares Kids for Real-World Success | Ankur Gupta | Ed: 7 | Fountainhead School Vardan Kabra & Ankita Diwekar Kabra Cant wait to get this out🙌 👉 In this compelling podcast episode, our guest shares an in-depth look at the evolving challenges and opportunities within the education sector. Discover how they tackled early obstacles when starting a school and effectively communicated the value of innovative educational curricula to parents. 👉 Dive into key discussions on the role of flexibility and experimentation in teaching, the importance of teacher involvement and continuous development, and how schools can foster creativity in conventional environments. 👉 The conversation also covers balancing parental expectations with child well-being, the shift towards skills-based education, and the role of technology in shaping the future of learning. Whether you're an educator, parent, or leader, this episode offers practical insights on how collaboration, innovation, and community involvement can reshape education for the next generation. 🔰Full episode coming this Friday! 🔴 Till then SUBSCRIBE to our YouTube channel for more amazing conversation with the best educators. 🔗Link: https://lnkd.in/dUVhf9Sa hashtag#trailer hashtag#youtube hashtag#viralvideo hashtag#trending hashtag#education hashtag#video

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QC in India is like COD. One has to offer but deep down it is a cost that sellers hate to bear. Earlier margins used to go away in high RTO and soon margins will go away as QCs will charge high commission. E-commerce in India has high volumes but to make a large profitable business is very hard. #D2C #ecommerce

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The growth vertical at DECISION PINNACLE is unlike any "agency" we don't just handle performance marketing on meta and Google we come in with holistic growth solution which includes 1) Pricing 2) Promotion Planning 3) Merchandising on Website 4) CRM We therefore refrain from calling ourselves agency we are consultancy and growth partners for the brands that we work with. Did we pique your interest? Write to me at [email protected] /DM to start a conversation

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What Retail Looks Like After Covid-19 by Sachin Dev Duggal In the past few months, having a smart online presence has been really important for many small shops to survive. When most physical stores that sell non-essential items had to close in March, people started shopping online instead. This shift pushed smaller retailers to connect with customers through websites and social media, helping them stay in business during tough times. By Sachin Dev Duggal.... Know More At: https://lnkd.in/gUtDCv3r #artificialintelligence #AI #technology #sachindevduggal #sachinduggal #builderAI #AInews #technews

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The other day, I talked about how quality of work often suffers when quantity of work is prioritized over quality of work. I made this mistake when we launched DD2C (Decoding D2C), a weekly case study series on D2C eCommerce brands. I was so focused on just creating them, that I forget to figure out 'What People Want' and instead ended up being too focused on just increasing the numbers, creating 23 episodes in a month. Which resulted in an embarrassingly, extremely low response than I anticipated. Learning from experience I'm re-launching DD2C this Friday (I’ll put the link in the comments below), with a renewed focus on quality and audience value. If you're interested in D2C eCommerce strategies, I'd love for you to check out our improved DD2C series, new episode every Friday on our website.

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Comet Raises $5 Million & Here's What You Need to Know Remember last week's discussion about the booming Indian footwear market and the 7 compelling reasons why it's the perfect time to build a footwear brand in India? Buckle up, because we have more proof that validates this exciting trend. Bengaluru-based sneaker brand Comet has just secured $5 million in Series A funding led by Elevation Capital This follows participation from existing investors Nexus Ventures and AngelList India. Both founders, Utkarsh Gupta, a former Hotstar executive & Dishant Daryani, an ex-Urban Company executive, returned from Chicago and Boston to start Comet in 2022. Today Comet sells: ✔ Sneakers ✔ Slides and ✔ Shoe laces for both males and females in the price range of INR 4,000 to INR 4,500 (approxi US$50) Currently, the startup primarily sells its product through its own website. This is a major win for the Indian footwear market, and here's why it matters: 1] Investor Confidence: Leading VC firms are taking notice of the potential in homegrown Indian footwear brands. This validates the immense growth potential in the market. 2] Funding for Growth: Comet plans to use the funds for marketing, operational expansion, and brand building. This will fuel their journey to becoming a major player in the Indian sneaker space. 3] A Strong Market Fit: Comet caters to a growing segment of young, fashion-conscious consumers. Their focus on both men and women and their diverse product portfolio positions them for success. “Many told us not to. Many still do. And many will continue to. But we both know sneakers bring a different energy out of us - a fire that we only dreamed of during our early days. For us, Comet is a brand born solely out of our passion and we are aiming to take  ✔ Sneaker design ✔ Storytelling &  ✔ Craftsmanship to the next level.” - Founders ❓ What are your thoughts on the future of Indian sneaker brands? Let's discuss in the comments below #Startup #Funding #IndianStartup #Footwear #FootwearIndustry #Sneakers #Entrepreneurship #Fashion Join my FREE WEEKLY NEWSLETTER & receive Global Leather, Footwear & Leather Goods Industry News, Updates, Data, Facts & Insights delivered every Sunday at 11 am directly to your inbox (LINK IN THE FIRST COMMENT).

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