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Driving sales with Smart Media in 2024: In-store advertising solutions in Dis-Chem stores
In today's competitive retail landscape, innovative in-store advertising solutions play a crucial role in driving sales and enhancing brand visibility. Dis-Chem Pharmacies, a prominent retail chain in South Africa, partners with Smart Media, a leading provider of advertising solutions, to offer FMCG brands a powerful arsenal of in-store advertising tools. In this article, we will explore three specific in-store advertising solutions, along with an overview of other offerings provided by Smart Media in Dis-Chem stores. 3 Aug 2023 Read more

3 shopper profiles decoded

What do shoppers want from retailers?

In today's dynamic retail landscape, understanding the diverse needs and preferences of shoppers is paramount for businesses to thrive. Retailers and FMCG brands need to know what shoppers want if they're going to be able to provide it to them. Understanding shopper behaviour is vital to retail marketing and can help brand managers overcome many challenges. Campaigns that are tailored toward an audience with specific objectives in mind have much higher chances of success.
 25 Jul 2023 Read more

Transforming retail advertising: exploring Smart Media's latest solutions
Attracting buyers and driving sales are crucial objectives for FMCG brands looking to make their mark in the retail environment. Fortunately, Smart Media has emerged as a transformative force in the industry. With patented solutions, the in-store innovators are revolutionising retail advertising by creating engaging experiences that go beyond traditional ad spaces. 28 Jun 2023 Read more

Smart Media at EuroShop 2023
An interview with Regan Du Preez. 25 Apr 2023 Read more

The benefits of in-store advertising
In-store advertising has been an effective way for retailers and FMCG (Fast Moving Consumer Goods) brands to reach their target audience for decades. It offers numerous benefits that make it an essential component of a comprehensive marketing strategy. In this article we cover the top benefits of in-store advertising that retailers and FMCG brands should know about. 9 Mar 2023 Read more

Smart Grab & Go: enhancing in-store advertising for maximum sales impact
In today's crowded marketplace, retailers and FMCG brands need to constantly find new ways to attract and retain customers. One effective strategy is in-store advertising, which can help reach target audiences at the point of purchase. 8 Mar 2023 Read more

Taking consideration to conversion in store
We all know how the marketing funnel works, coaxing customers from general brand awareness to specific product conversions. Most marketing channels, particularly in a digitally driven world, offer spectacular gains for awareness and consideration. 7 Feb 2023 Read more

#BizTrends2023: #Retail2023 What to look out for in 2023 and beyond
According to a recent study conducted by Nedbank, a slowdown in retail sales reflects a population feeling the crunch, with less money to spend - this situation is likely to persist into 2023. 9 Jan 2023 Read more

Smart-Cnnect: Customised, gamified e-learning for staff
According to the Mobile Learning Global Market Report 2022, the mobile learning market globally is expected to reach $155.81 billion in 2026 at a CAGR - Compound Growth Rate - of 30.12%. Smart Media, in-store media specialists, partnered with e-learning experts Cnnect™ in 2019 to provide interactive training for staff on the move. 1 Nov 2022 Read more

Reach more consumers through highly impactful large format digital windows
The customer's digital in-store experience is arguably the most impactful way to amplify your brand story, grab attention and position a product. 3 Mar 2022 Read more

Creating an effective digital transformation plan in 2022
Digital transformation has been a key phrase in many industries for years, and due to the global pandemic, it is expected to play an even bigger role in business planning. Businesses that have already embarked on the digital transformation journey generally experience more productivity, better efficiency and reduced operating costs. 17 Jan 2022 Read more

Smart Media broadens exposure for brands with new automatic fragrance units and hotspots in-store
Smart Media recently introduced the latest addition to their range of in-store advertising solutions to help brands reach maximum exposure. The new automatic fragrance units and hotspots located within Dis-Chem stores, aim to provide a non-touch and ideal opportunity for consumers to interact with the brand while shopping. 6 Dec 2021 Read more

5 ways tech can boost sales this Black Friday
#BlackFriday: Using tech to boost sales and profitability 22 Nov 2021 Read more

Smart commuter newspaper - driving your message home
According to a survey by Stats SA, 10.7 million South Africans make use of taxis 4 Oct 2021 Read more

Be seen in the new Baby City flagship store
According to the Wyzowl video marketing statistics report on animated video statistics, 94% of people watch explainer videos to understand the product or the brand better, and 84% of the viewers decide to make a purchase after the video. 26 Aug 2021 Read more

2-in-1 advertising solution in Dis-Chem Pharmacies countrywide
At least 30% of all Dis-Chem Pharmacy shoppers go in-store to utilise the services provided by the pharmacy. 13 Aug 2021 Read more

Smart Media launches Smart Grab & Go at in-store till points
Retail advertising innovation company, Smart Media, has launched its till-point solution called Smart Grab & Go. 22 Apr 2021 Read more

How consumers choose where they shop
Have you ever gone shopping and get one of those wobbly, off-kilter trolleys that makes you want to leave everything and just get out of there ASAP? There are several considerations a consumer deems important for their in-store shopping experience. Retailers have had to quickly adapt with innovative ways to ensure they are meeting shoppers' needs. 18 Feb 2021 Read more

Easing the buying decision of the customer
While the South African population is much more comfortable shopping in-store, retailers and brands still have a way to go in making up for the losses experienced as a result of the Covid-19 pandemic. 21 Jan 2021 Read more

Dis-Chem's nursing practitioners now also training on the go
Smart-Cnnect has expanded training through its app to retail clinic nursing practitioners starting November 2020. 8 Dec 2020 Read more


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