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Send us Fan MailDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chatApril's numbers look grim on the surface, but Easter timing shifts spending into March and distorts the year on year story. We discuss the real signals behind falling footfall and softer sales, then ask what rising costs and uncertainty are doing to jobs, confidence and everyday choices. • Easter timing and strong comparables shaping the headline results • Footfall declines across high street, shopping centres and retail parks • BRC sales turning negative and what that suggests about demand • Beauclair town-centre spend falling with discretionary categories hit hardest • Inflation cooling overall while hospitality and transport stay high • The “how expensive is too expensive” question and what markets will bear • Unemployment at 5% with much higher youth unemployment • Wages keeping pace with inflation for those in work • Consumer confidence staying low and driving caution • Experiences still winning over material purchases   #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumDownload a copy of our first ReThink Productivity Retail ReportConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn 

Send us Fan MailDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chatThey break down why February 2026 turns into a tough month for UK retail, with record rain dragging down footfall and high street sales. They also zoom out to consumer confidence, inflation pressures, and the April policy changes that could reshape hiring and costs.• Record wet weather and why it hits retail demand fast• Footfall declines across high streets, centres and retail parks• High street debit card sales tracking below last year• Category performance across fashion, food and drink, general retail, grocery, health and beauty• GfK Nielsen consumer confidence falling and what it signals for March• Major purchases weakening and the savings index rising• Inflation staying at 3% overall while essentials run hotter• Discounting effects in clothing and muted inflation in big-ticket categories• Average transaction value rising in food and drink and health and beauty• National Living Wage and National Minimum Wage rises from 1 April• Key headlines from the first phase of the UK Employment Rights Act  #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn 

How is data reshaping retail strategy?In this episode of The Retail Podcast, Alex sits down with Mark Bruce, a data and insights leader with experience spanning the shop floor, landlord-side retail operations, and portfolio analytics, to unpack what the data is really saying about retail right now.They discuss why experience-led retail continues to grow, why value-led operators are winning, why the mid-market is under pressure, and how landlords and tenants can work more collaboratively through sales data, footfall data, lease data, and affordability analysis.Mark also explains why quarterly reporting is no longer enough, how daily data helps property owners spot risks earlier, and why experiential retail should be judged on more than simple sales per square foot.In this episode:00:00 Why the mid-market is under pressure00:23 Welcome to The Retail Podcast + guest intro00:54 Mark Bruce's retail and property background01:47 What property owners need from retail data02:09 Why landlord-tenant collaboration matters03:15 The trust barrier around sharing sales data03:58 Turnover-rent models and shared incentives04:25 Global reach and property types supported05:13 What the data is showing across retail markets05:59 Why experience-led retail keeps growing06:47 How consumer caution is driving value07:05 What “value” means now and why mid-market brands struggle08:16 Why F&B fits the experience economy09:04 How to think about ROI in experiential retail10:12 Why experience increases asset attractiveness11:18 How daily sales, footfall, and lease data work together12:49 Spotting risk before a retailer exits13:14 Who this solution is built for14:00 How much data tenants actually share15:04 The key question landlords should be asking16:00 What the golden quarter revealed16:45 How data flags distress months in advance17:56 London HQ, New York office, global footprint18:15 OutroThis conversation is for anyone interested in:retail strategy, retail analytics, shopping centres, malls, footfall trends, experiential retail, F&B strategy, consumer behaviour, property owners, landlords, leasing, and data-driven decision-making.Guest: Mark BruceMark's background includes shop-floor retail roles with brands including River Island, Primark, and Republic, followed by landlord-side work with British Land, including support around Meadowhall and wider portfolio data and insight work.

Send a textWe gave NotebookLM our podcasts from November 2025 to February 2026 with Diane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and this is what it came up with...We test a hard question: are UK retail's brutal numbers a structural reset or a severe cyclical slump? We argue both sides with data on jobs, wages, footfall, discounts, online share, and consumer psychology, and find common ground on how to survive right now.• Structural shift versus cyclical contraction• Job losses, wage compression, and automation incentives• Consumer confidence, high savings, and spend mix• Black Friday's pull-forward and the golden quarter• Footfall declines, online stabilization, and hyper localism• Store productivity, time-use, and ATV strategy• Rates, taxes, and hiring freezes shaping near-term demand• Shared focus on margin protection and experience #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Send us a textBuilding on the success of footfall insights we broaden the conversation with the Basket & Barometer podcast. Diane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chatWe unpack December's retail data: footfall fell most in shopping centres, high streets held up better, and sales rose only because food prices stayed high. Confidence is inching higher, small towns are gaining share, and the high street is evolving rather than dying.• Footfall down overall, led by shopping centres• High streets more resilient than retail parks• Sales growth driven by food inflation• Discretionary categories fall in towns and cities• Average transaction value up as visits fall• Consumers stay local to cut travel and parking costs• Savings ratio high despite wage growth• Retail churn continues with notable brand moves• High street evolves through mix, value, and relevance #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Send us a textBuilding on the success of footfall insights we broaden the conversation with the Basket & Barometer podcast. Diane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chatWe dig into why Black Friday footfall held up while November spending slumped, and what that split means for December. We talk inflation turning to deflation in fashion and furniture, caution on inventory, and the ripple effects that hit suppliers when retailers stumble.• Footfall marginally down on Black Friday day, week up 1.1% year on year• November spend down 7% in towns and cities, steepest since July• Budget jitters and weather weighing on sentiment• Christmas timing supports a late pre‑holiday push• December growth outlook moved from +1.5% to flat• BRC: food drives growth, non‑food barely moves• Inventory discipline favours sell‑through over deep January markdowns• Fashion and furniture show deflation amid heavy discounting• Employment and housing trends dampen big‑ticket demand #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

In this episode of Mark Langley's Horsemanship Podcast, we explore key aspects of horse training, including the timing of aids in relation to footfall, strategies to stop a horse from pawing when tied, and techniques to help a shut-down horse become more responsive. Mark shares insights on achieving a centered mindset in horses and the importance of focusing on their thoughts rather than just their movements. Join us for practical advice and expert tips to enhance your horse training approach. Mark Langley provides solutions to support horses as well as positive training approaches. His psychological approach fosters soft mindsets and horses active decision making. Gain improvements in your horse through his Online Membership. FREE for 7 days! Membership includes personal support from Mark. Find out more: https://www.marklangley.com.au/join

This episode we speak to Tim Johnson and Giles Benbow, Head of Sales and Head of Commercial Development & Support of Mer Public Charging. They unpack the biggest misconceptions around EV charging infrastructure, explain how EV facilities can meaningfully boost dwell time, footfall, and customer engagement and share how retailers can avoid getting left behind when it comes to their charging offering.

Marketing for garden centres is changing fast. In this Glee 2025 episode of The Underground, Phil Wright and Kate Turner sit down with two specialists to explore how loyalty data and paid media can work together to drive footfall, sales and long-term customer value in the home and garden sector.First up, Vanessa Cranford from Spring Marketing explains why garden centre loyalty schemes should be treated as profit engines, not cost centres. Drawing on two decades of experience and data from over 100 UK sites, she shows how EPOS-linked loyalty programmes can lift average transaction value by around 50%, increase visit frequency and turn your best customers into brand advocates, all while giving you clearer visibility of churn and customer lifetime value.Then, Aaron Rudman-Hawkins from The Evergreen Agency joins Phil to demystify paid search and paid social for home and garden brands. He breaks down when ads work (and when they don't), why average order value and lifetime value matter so much, and how to think about budgets by working backwards from revenue goals . He also shares how localised search and smart retargeting can help garden centres “win the postcode and win the weekend”.In this episode you'll learn:Why loyalty should sit at the heart of your marketing communications, not off to one sideHow EPOS-integrated loyalty schemes reveal who your high-value “protect at all cost” customers really arePractical examples of using purchase data to upsell, cross-sell and drive repeat visits (from roses to hot drink cards)Common myths about older customers and apps, and how to get teams excited about scanning cards and using dataThe difference between search and social, and how to use both to capture intent and nudge customers back in-storeWhy lower-ticket products can struggle with ads, and how repeat purchase or premium ranges can change the equationWhether you're running a single site or a multi-centre group, this episode is packed with practical, data-driven ideas to modernise your marketing, make better use of the customers you already have, and turn “just another loyalty card” into a real competitive advantage.Spring Marketing: http://springmarketing.co.uk/The Evergreen Agency: http://theevergreenagency.co.uk/

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends.August retail sales dipped 4.8% year-on-year despite stable footfall, with fashion and general retail taking significant hits. Consumers are demonstrating caution by making fewer transactions while spending slightly more per purchase, reflecting broader economic uncertainty and diminished confidence• Consumer confidence remains low at -19 according to GFK's Consumer Confidence Index• The savings ratio has reached its highest level since COVID, indicating people are saving rather than spending• Mortgage approvals have dropped 2.4% compared to last August's 15.5% rise• Upcoming November budget, rising unemployment, and global conflicts all contribute to consumer caution• Q4 forecast predicts October sales down 3%, November down 1%, but December up 1.5%• Food and drink remains strong at 25% of town centre sales• Health and beauty continues to perform well, showing opportunity for retailers #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2026 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Jennie O' Sullivan reports on a bumper year for cruise tourism along the Cork coastline.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends. July retail data shows positive signs with spending down only 1.4% compared to 8.5% in June, though footfall decreased by 1.7% as consumers remain cautious with their spending. The warm weather has encouraged more UK residents to holiday at home, redirecting spending into local economies rather than abroad.• Five key retail sectors (fashion, food and drink, general retail, grocery, health and beauty) all showed improvement in July• Fashion rebounded from being 10.8% down in June to just 3.2% down in July• Employment is up 0.7% year-on-year to 4.7%, with youth unemployment rising 14.1%• Interest rate reductions benefit mortgage holders but impact savers• The approaching "Golden Quarter" (Halloween through Christmas) will be challenging but crucial• Early and extended discounting is likely as retailers may over-order based on July's improved performance• Weather continues to be a significant factor in retail performanceLooking ahead to August, if the good weather continues and staycations remain popular, we might see further improvements in retail spending figures #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Michael from Youghal's famous Farrell's Bar says we need to make sure tourism is kept healthy as US tourist footfall declines Hosted on Acast. See acast.com/privacy for more information.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends.  The UK's summer heatwave has driven an 8.5% decline in high street retail sales compared to last year. This retail slump reflects a combination of weather impacts, calendar effects, and persistent economic headwinds affecting consumer spending patterns.• UK high street footfall down 3% during June's heatwave periods• Food spending up 4.1% while non-food spending increased only 2.2%• Average Transaction Value remained relatively stable (down just 1.1%)• Online spending holds steady at 26% of total retail sales since January• Rising inflation (now 3.6%) and increasing unemployment creating consumer caution• Post-COVID consumer priorities shifting toward holidays over retail purchases• UK domestic tourism seeing growth during hot weather, but spending benefits bars and restaurants more than retail #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

A group of Cape Town youth taking part in a football tournament in Spain, has been left stranded overseas. This after the football academy allegedly failed to pay for return flights and accommodation. The group left Cape Town on the 6th of July and were due to have arrived back on Wednesday. Eighteen-year-old player, Uan Jumat is among a group of over 20 who have been left with no way home. His mother, Chriszelda Williams says the group is currently in Lisbon, Portugal after fundraising. She says parents are now at their wits end and are running out of funds.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends. The retail landscape continues to face challenges as May's data reveals decreased footfall and consumer spending across most sectors, with fashion retail experiencing a particularly steep decline of 3.6% year-on-year.• High street footfall down 2.5% with only retail parks showing a minimal increase of 0.2%• Overall spending in high streets down 1.8% year-on-year, worse than last May's 0.6% decline• Non-food retail sales dropped by 1.1% despite overall sales increasing by 1%• Fashion retail continues its two-year decline, dropping 3.6% in May• General retail, previously performing well, has now slipped to 0.7% down• Post-pandemic work patterns have fundamentally changed clothing needs with many consumers now maintaining just one wardrobe instead of separate work and casual wardrobes• Clothing and footwear experiencing deflation of 0.3% due to heavy discounting• Economic uncertainty and global geopolitical tensions contributing to consumer caution• Retailers shifting focus to increasing average transaction value rather than acquiring new customers• Creative marketing approaches including collaborations and limited editions becoming more important for driving sales #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Today we are re-publishing back one of our most popular episodes as our planned episode has been delayed for technical reasons and ow also available to watch on www.Loyalty.TV and listen on Let's Talk Loyalty Today's conversation features Circle K, one of the world's leading convenience and fuel retail businesses, operating over 14,200 stores in 26 countries.In this episode, we explore how Circle K launched a cutting-edge global concept powered by gamification, strategic partnerships, and technology – all designed to deliver on their biggest commercial goal: driving both loyal and new customers into store.We also highlight a major accolade: Circle K Norway was named the 2023 NACS European Technology of the Year, a testament to their industry leadership.And with many of Circle K's senior marketers based in my hometown of Dublin, it was a pleasure to speak with MJ Tierney, Head of European Marketing at Circle K.Tune in to hear how innovation and loyalty go hand in hand at Circle K.This episode was recorded and previously released in 2023. Hosted by Paula Thomas. Show Notes:1) Circle K2) MJ Tierney3)2023 NACS European Technology of the Year3) Inner Circle Rewards Program

Tree sculptures commissioned to replace the remains of old trees in Shannon Town Park have been identified as the latest initiative to drive footfall to Shannon Town. The park has been adorned with detailed wooden carvings of owls, foxes, rabbits, a bumblebee, and a fairy house made by Limerick sculptor Will Fogarty. The idea was floated as an environmentally sustainable solution to the removal of rotten trees which began to pose a health and safety risk. Cathaoirleach of Shannon MD, Pat O'Gorman, is hopeful the sculptures will attract larger crowds of visitors to the town.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behaviours from March to April 2025. Consumer confidence has taken a hit as Easter trading results reveal ongoing caution, with the GFK Index dropping from -19 in March to -23 in April 2025. Despite footfall increasing by 7.2% in April year-on-year, the combined March-April period showed minimal growth of just 0.2% when accounting for Easter timing differences.• Consumer confidence dropped across most age groups except 25-34 year olds• Retail parks saw 2.7% footfall increase while shopping centres declined by 0.7%• High street sales dropped 2.2% over the March-April period• Fashion sales down 5% in the first four months of 2025• Clothing and footwear prices decreased 0.4% in April, suggesting retailer discounting• Overall inflation rose to 3.5%, driven by housing, utilities and communication costs• National Living Wage and NI increases took effect end of April, adding pressure to retailers• Recent cyber attacks on retailers highlight security vulnerabilities and potential additional costs• PWC research suggests declining consumer sentiment typically precedes behavioural changes by six months #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behaviours from February to March 2025, focusing on the impact of Easter timing differences on year-over-year comparisons. The conversation explores how footfall, consumer confidence, and inflation metrics are painting a complex picture of the retail landscape with some sectors showing signs of recovery despite challenging conditions• Footfall into stores down 5.4% overall and 4% in high streets (comparing non-Easter March 2025 vs Easter March 2024)• Food and drink spending dropped 6.3% this March compared to a 9.8% increase last March during Easter• Fashion sector showing signs of recovery with only a 2.7% decline, better than February's 7.4% drop• Grocery spending decreased by 5.4% versus a 3.5% rise last March due to Easter timing• Consumer confidence slightly improved from -20% to -19%, with better outlook on general economic situation• Inflation dropped to 2.6% in March (from 2.8% in February), with clothing at just 1.1% inflation• Hospitality remains challenging with high inflation at 4.22%, affected by labour costs and minimum wage increases• Upcoming National Insurance payment increases likely to impact businesses and consumer spending patterns• Next month's data will show the combined impact of the Easter shift and provide clearer year-over-year comparison #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Send us a textThe ReThink team shares fresh insights from the Retail Technology Show 2025 at the Excel in London, where AI applications in retail have evolved beyond marketing buzzwords to practical implementations in forecasting, computer vision, and data mining.• AI usage becoming more sophisticated with specific applications rather than just marketing claims• Computer vision technology now identifying shoplifting, tracking store traffic, and creating heat maps of customer movement• Surprising amount of cash handling technology despite declining cash transactions• RFID innovations eliminating manual scanning with fixed readers tracking merchandise throughout stores• Footfall tracking systems can detect mobile phones even when powered off• Stock management systems now prompting intelligent markdowns to reduce waste• Employee communication platforms continuing to evolve for frontline worker engagement• Notable absence of customer experience measurement technologies and concrete ROI metricsJoin us for our upcoming forum on September 11th in Birmingham featuring an innovation lounge with exciting tech partners, and catch us at NRF Europe in Paris the following week. #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Joe Chvala (Artistic Director/Flying Foot Forum) is the founder and artistic director of the highly-acclaimed percussive dance company, the Flying Foot Forum. In addition to the Flying Foot Forum, Chvala has directed, choreographed, and been commissioned to create new works for a variety of theater and dance companies including the Guthrie Theater, the Walker Art Center, the Ordway Music Theater, the Minnesota Opera, Chicago Shakespeare, Children's Theater Company, Arkansas  Repertory, Theater Mu, Heart of the Beast Puppet and Mask Theatre, the History Theater, The Alpine Theater Project, Park Square Theatre, and The Boston Conservatory.  He has been the recipient of both Ivey and Sage awards for theater and dance as well as numerous “Best of the Year” honors from various US newspapers and periodicals and numerous choreographic and interdisciplinary awards, fellowships, and grants from such organizations as the National Endowment for the Arts, the Minnesota State Arts Board, and the McKnight Foundation. His recent film work as a director/writer has been featured in a number of European and American film festivals.Description of WorkFootfall—Choreographed by Joe Chvala, “Footfall” features a mixture of Flying Foot Forum's signature hybrid percussive dances with traditional clogging, folk music and dance to celebrate the passing of time, the ephemeral quality of life and the joys, struggles, strengths, longings, passions, and melancholy that are a part of it all. This piece will appear in its entirety in our upcoming concert May 8-18 at Park Square Theater. NOTE: The a cappella clogging duet “One Hundred Dead Dollars” was choreographed by founding company member, Clayton Schanilec.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behavioursConsumer spending remains cautious as footfall stays flat across UK retail channels, rising just 0.2% in February compared to last year. Retail sales grew by only 1.1% while in-store non-food sales actually declined by 1%, revealing continued economic uncertainty despite some positive indicators.• Retail parks performed best with a 2% footfall increase, while high streets and shopping centres saw just 0.1% growth• All five major high street sectors (fashion, food/drink, general retail, grocery, health/beauty) experienced sales declines in February• Fashion continues struggling with a 7.4% sales drop, while household goods showed improvement with 4.7% growth• Fewer people are shopping (transactions down 8.1%, customer numbers down 6.7%), but those who do spend are spending more per visit (ATV up 2.9%)• Consumer caution likely driven by lingering economic uncertainty, interest rates, upcoming National Living Wage increases, and global political factors• Savings rates reached 10% - highest since the pandemic - despite wage growth of 5.9% outpacing inflation• Upcoming holiday season may further impact retail spending as consumers prioritize leisure experiences over material purchases #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

It's been revealed more than £4 million worth of taxpayers' money was spent on plans for a new development near Folkestone which never materialised.Bosses in the previous administration wanted to build 150 homes and a leisure centre at Princes Parade in Hythe, but the proposals were later scrapped. Hear from Jim Martin who is the current leader of the council.A Kent homelessness charity's revealed a 21% increase in demand for their services in the space of a year.Footfall at Catching Lives in Canterbury has gone up from around 11,000 in 2023, to more than 13,300 last year. We've been chatting to chief executive Tasmin Maitland.A Kent woman who lost her baby at 22 and a half weeks pregnant is welcoming a change in the law which will see bereaved parents get paid leave from work.Keeley Lengthorne has been campaigning since George was born in March 2022. She's told us how the announcement came on a very poignant day.For the first time in a generation, NHS patients have begun receiving blood plasma from donors from Kent.Donations had been paused in 1998 due to fears about the spread of mad cow disease - but a ban has now been lifted. We've been speaking to Denise Dowsing from Maidstone who has Common Variable Immune Deficiency and relies on medication made from plasma.In sport, Kent's Emma Raducanu's due in action at Indian Wells later.It's her first tournament back since spotting a stalker in the crown at the Dubai Championships last month.

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behavioursAs the economic landscape shifts, we explore the paradox of increasing footfall yet declining sales in retail. With consumer confidence waning amidst inflation concerns and upcoming wage increases, businesses must adapt creatively to thrive in uncertainty• Retail footfall rises by 6.6%, but sales fall by 3.2%  • Consumer confidence drops to minus 22 index score  • Inflation currently at 3%, affecting food and hospitality sectors  • Anticipated increases in National Insurance could impact businesses  • Average transaction values rise despite lower foot traffic  • Focus on innovation over cost-cutting for retail success  • February typically a slow month; preparing for changes needed  • The importance of retaining loyal customers emphasized #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behaviours. They cover:Footfall trends from November to December 2024 covering the big festive periodA review of 2024A look at the year ahead #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

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Send us a textDiane Wehrle CEO at Rendle Intelligence and Insights joins Simon for their monthly chat about footfall trends and shopping behaviours. They cover:Footfall trends from October to November 2024 #theproductivityexpertsRegister for the 2025 Productivity ForumFind us in the Top 50 Productivity PodcastsConnect to Simon on LinkedInFollow ReThink on LinkedIn

Footfall is down in Dublin city this year, and businesses are hoping for a big boost this weekend, reporter Eimer Mcauley has been out and about speaking to shoppers and retailers this morning.

This podcast is a replay of a live instructor chat from Hoof Falls & Footfall's Facebook page where I give seven strategies commonly use in adaptive/therapeutic riding lessons when teaching students that have Oppositional Defiance Disorder. What is your favorite strategy? Do you use any of these in your lessons? P.S......this video could meet CEU needs for certified instructors as the format meets the requirements for several certifying organizations. Hoof Falls & Footfalls Website: hooffallsandfootfalls.com/ Follow HF&F on Facebook: www.facebook.com/hooffallsandfootfalls Instructor Blog: learn.hooffallsandfootfalls.com/blog/ Want even MORE educational content that has been created just for adaptive/therapeutic riding instructors? Check out The Intuitive Instructor Club where you get access to our ever -growing library of videos presented by professional instructors with over 100 years combined teaching experience. Intuitive Instructor Club - Hoof Falls & Footfalls --- Support this podcast: https://podcasters.spotify.com/pod/show/hooffallsandfootfalls/support

Driving tourism, enabling corporate rewards and locking spend into the area are key aims for a newly launched gift card in Kilkenny. The Kilkenny Gift Card replaces the paper Kilkenny Gift Vouchers introduced in 2012 by Kilkenny Chamber, which have generated over €1.3 million in sales to date. A collaboration between Kilkenny Chamber and Kilkenny County Council, the new gift card is Mastercard backed allowing recipients to spend with multiple retailers, eateries, attractions, venues and service businesses in the region, with the balance automatically updated. Hotels and accommodation providers are also accepting the new gift card. Colin Ahern is the general manager at the Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel and said: "The Kilkenny Ormonde Hotel is a 4 star city centre hotel with a restaurant, leisure club and bar. We've been a part of the gift voucher programme since the start and are looking forward to the new physical and digital Kilkenny Gift Card because it will be a lot easier for people to use and as a result, I think a lot more people will partake in it. It takes away the worries that people feel about using paper vouchers such as how to get change and they have the option of a physical Gift Card or a digital e-card. It's seamless. "Tourism is a €180 million industry in Kilkenny, and we need to increase that further. The new Kilkenny Gift Card will absolutely facilitate tourism because it allows people to try many different experiences in one visit, from shopping to eating out and staying over. As well as driving tourism, the gift card will encourage people to shop local and spend local. Brand Kilkenny is so important to us as a business and the Kilkenny Gift Card reinforces the brand." Kilkenny retailers are welcoming the new card. Martin Costello is director of Murphy Jewellers and said the new gift card offers enhanced choice, ease and support for local: "We all like to support local when we can and the benefit of the new Kilkenny Gift Card is that it's a local option where the money stays in Kilkenny and supports local businesses. There's also a lot more choice for recipients and unlike the paper vouchers which didn't offer change, people can spend as they like with the balance on the card automatically updated. "It makes a huge difference when people support local. Online is at the forefront of many buying decisions now, and to be able to offer a local gift card that is easy to use for customers and businesses is hugely beneficial. And when people receive the gift card, it will encourage them to explore more of what's on offer in Kilkenny." The Kilkenny Gift Card can also be used in a practical way with service based businesses including Marble City Fuels. Owner of Marble City Fuels Colin Ahern said: "We've been in business for 16 years. The Chamber voucher has been a fantastic initiative to keep money local and we've noticed a dramatic increase in people using their vouchers to buy fuel over the last few years. Any initiative that promotes and keeps money local has to be supported. I think the new physical and digital gift card Kilkenny Gift Card is a positive step, giving more opportunity to measure impact. It will also encourage younger people to support local. "The fact that the Kilkenny Gift Card can be used on practical items as well as many other things is very important. For Kilkenny employers, there is a huge emphasis on ways to keep money local and the gift card guarantees the money stays local. If an employee receives the gift card for Christmas, a €400-€500 spend on fuel will cover their fuel for 2-3 months, which is hugely beneficial for them, particularly in current times when people may have challenges around finances. The new Kilkenny Gift Card ticks all the boxes." John Hurley is chief executive at Kilkenny Chamber of Commerce and said the card will make support for local easier for all users: "The Kilkenny Gift Card is a gift card for locals, organisations and tourists alike which is easy to both buy and sp...

Dell Technologies has announced the expansion of its Dell AI for Telecom programme in collaboration with Intel, bringing new AI-driven solutions to communications service providers (CSPs) in Ireland. This initiative aims to support network operations and enterprise edge use cases, enhancing efficiency, reliability, and cost savings. This expansion is particularly relevant for the Irish market, where CSPs can benefit from these advanced solutions. To fully harness AI's potential, CSPs require infrastructure capable of processing a growing amount of real-time data. The Dell AI for Telecom programme offers a comprehensive ecosystem of hardware, software and AI expertise, enabling CSPs to implement AI efficiently and develop revenue-generating services by harnessing the power of data. The new solutions enable CSPs to integrate AI into their networks and build AI solutions at the edge, allowing CSPs to monetise their network investments and enterprise clients. Network Operations Solutions: Intent-Based RAN Assistant with Aira: This tool, powered by AiRA Technologies, helps network engineers by gathering data and creating simple applications based on their needs. It speeds up app development and makes network operations more efficient. Network Traffic Analysis and Optimization with Opanga: This software, placed in the core of the mobile network, gives operators a clearer view of data traffic, significantly boosting network efficiency. AI-Powered Network Automation with EnterpriseWeb: The Netwrx.ai tool offers 5G network automation, allowing users to manage and set up network components through a natural language interface. Enterprise Edge Solutions: AIoT-Powered Site Security with EPIC.IO: Combines AI models with IoT technology to automate security operations and provide centralized management for safer venues. Vision AI for Smart Manufacturing with Chooch: Uses computer vision to predict and detect incidents, improving efficiency and preventing production interruptions in manufacturing. AI-Powered Mission Critical Communication with Ecrio: Facilitates voice commands for controlling IoT devices like cameras, drones, and robots. Real-Time AI-Powered Crowd Analytics with WaitTime: Utilizes video analytics from existing cameras to offer real-time insights, helping optimize operations. AI-Powered Smart Transportation with A.I Tech: Employs AI and deep learning for video analysis, enhancing transportation systems by monitoring vehicles, traffic, parking, and pedestrian movement. Footfall and Crowd Analytics with TensorGo: Uses video analytics to track foot traffic and crowds, supporting safety in smart cities and retail spaces. AI-Powered Worker Safety and Hazard Detection with Aotu: Applies AI for real-time video analysis to ensure worker safety. Intelligent Video Analytics for Retail, Transportation, and Ports with Gorilla: Uses existing CCTV footage to detect suspicious activities and provide useful analytics. AI-Powered Video Analytics for Safety with Axxonsoft: Helps maintain site security across different industries using AI. Inventory Visibility and Management with C5i: Identifies inventory issues and suggests proactive measures. Andrew Vaz, VP, of Product Management for Telecom System Business at Dell Technologies, said: "To fully harness AI's potential, communications service providers (CSPs) require an infrastructure capable of processing real-time data. Our Dell AI for Telecom program offers a comprehensive ecosystem of hardware, software, and AI expertise, empowering CSPs to efficiently implement AI and develop revenue-generating services. The new solutions help CSPs easily bring AI into their network for efficiency, reliability, and cost savings, and build AI solutions at the edge to monetize the investments in their network with the enterprise." As demand for AI solutions grows, Intel and Dell have optimized edge AI applications running on Dell PowerEdge XR8000 servers powered by Intel Xeon processors. These applications...

An East Clare councillor says he's 'certain' the renewal of a walking trail in Mountshannon will attract more visitors to the locality. In a motion at this weeks Killaloe Municipal District, the local authority was called on to engage with Coillte to set in motion the process of renewing Woodpark Forest Park in Mountshannon. Criticisms have been made of Ireland's semi-state forestry company, Coillte, for not continuously maintaining the park. However, a funding application has been sent, with an update expected in early 2025. Whitegate Fine Gael Councillor, Pat Burke, claims that in tandem with the Inis Cealtra Visitor Centre, a renovated Woodpark Forest would bring increased footfall to the locality.

#DEUTSCHLAND: AFD in footfall from overtaking long potent Social Democrats in the Prussian state of Brandenburg --and what about the economy?  Chris Riegel, Scala.com 1906 Potsdam

Liam Meaney Says Increased Footfall Ahead Of All-Ireland Final A Godsend For Local Businesses. by Clare FM

In this episode of Spieckerman Speaks Retail, host Carol Spieckerman sits down with Joe Shasteen, global manager of advanced analytics at RetailNext, to discuss the latest trends in retail analytics and in-store technology. RetailNext is a pioneer in bringing e-commerce-level analytics to brick-and-mortar stores, helping retailers optimize their physical spaces and enhance the customer experience.Joe introduces RetailNext's concept of "full path analysis," which provides detailed insights into customer behavior throughout the store. Using strategically placed sensors, retailers can track customer movements, dwell times, and engagement with displays, fixtures, and other store elements. The data collected from the sensors helps retailers capture customer attention, optimize store layouts, and improve staff allocation.The conversation explores the critical role data plays in improving store operations, from optimizing labor allocation to enhancing conversion rates. RetailNext's analytics connects the dots, enabling retailers to align staffing with customer traffic patterns and identify opportunities to engage shoppers more effectively.The interview also touches on how RetailNext's technology can assist with loss prevention and asset protection. Using AI to flag potential instances of theft or suspicious behavior, retailers can react in real time as incidences are identified. Joe wraps up by sharing insights on broader retail trends, highlighting the importance of creating meaningful in-store experiences that go beyond simple transactions. He emphasizes the value of using data to optimize the customer journey and strengthen brand connections in physical retail spaces.Key Takeaways:How retailers can leverage full-path analysis to drive conversion, mitigate shrink, optimize labor, and elevate store design.Why basing labor allocation on traffic trends rather than sales data improves store efficiency and conversion rates.How in-store data analytics can create deeper brand experiences and bridge the gap between online and offline retail.How retailers can validate test-and-learn experiments in advance of rollout. RetailNext WebsiteJoe Shasteen on LinkedInWant to be a guest on Spieckerman Speaks Retail? Contact team@spieckermanretail.comCheck out more of Carol's retail insights and updates Follow Carol on LinkedInFollow Carol on Twitter

A Rochester woman had to undergo surgery and has been left with a broken nose after an unprovoked attack while on a night out. The 42-year-old has lost her sense of smell and taste following the assault - a man who has a history of violence against women has faced court. Also in today's podcast, worried business owners in Medway have been left fearing for their future after seeing customer numbers plummet following a hike in car parking fees.They claim footfall has dropped by around a third since the authority decided to increase its pay and display costs for on and off-street parking by 60p earlier this year. The parents of a “kind and compassionate” man who died following a severe asthma attack are raising awareness of the condition.Dad-of-two Gary Bush was putting his young children to bed when he suffered the attack – this World Asthma Day his parents are urging people with the condition to find support. One of the last remaining businesses in a closure-hit shopping centre extension says turning the site into 200 homes could be a good opportunity.It comes as the owners of Ashford's County Square admit the development is “failing” and could be put to better use. And you can hear from wildlife bosses as a significantly important area of marshland in Kent has been officially handed over to the Kent Wildlife Trust.The site near Faversham has been described as a “service station for birds” and is home to more than 250 species. 

Niven at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, 2007 Laurence van Cott Niven (/ˈnɪvən/; born April 30, 1938) is an American science fiction writer.[2] His 1970 novel Ringworld won the Hugo, Locus, Ditmar, and Nebula awards. With Jerry Pournelle he wrote The Mote in God's Eye (1974) and Lucifer's Hammer (1977). The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America gave him the 2015 Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award.[3] His work is primarily hard science fiction, using big science concepts and theoretical physics. It also often includes elements of detective fiction and adventure stories. His fantasy includes the series The Magic Goes Away, works of rational fantasy dealing with magic as a non-renewable resource. Biography Niven was born in Los Angeles.[2] He is a great-grandson of Edward L. Doheny, an oil tycoon who drilled the first successful well in the Los Angeles City Oil Field in 1892, and also was subsequently implicated in the Teapot Dome scandal.[4] Niven briefly attended the California Institute of Technology[5] and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics (with a minor in psychology) from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas in 1962. He also completed a year of graduate work in mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles. On September 6, 1969, he married Marilyn Wisowaty, a science fiction and Regency literature fan. Work Niven is the author of numerous science fiction short stories and novels, beginning with his 1964 story "The Coldest Place". In this story, the coldest place concerned is the dark side of Mercury, which at the time the story was written was thought to be tidally locked with the Sun (it was found to rotate in a 2:3 resonance after Niven received payment for the story, but before it was published).[6] Algis Budrys said in 1968 that Niven becoming a top writer despite the New Wave was evidence that "trends are for second-raters".[7] In addition to the Nebula Award in 1970[8] and the Hugo and Locus awards in 1971[9] for Ringworld, Niven won the Hugo Award for Best Short Story for "Neutron Star" in 1967.[5] He won the same award in 1972, for "Inconstant Moon", and in 1975 for "The Hole Man". In 1976, he won the Hugo Award for Best Novelette for "The Borderland of Sol". Niven frequently collaborated with Jerry Pournelle; they wrote nine novels together, including The Mote in God's Eye, Lucifer's Hammer and Footfall. Niven at Stanford University in 2006 Niven has written scripts for two science fiction television series: the original Land of the Lost series and Star Trek: The Animated Series, for which he adapted his early story "The Soft Weapon." For The Outer Limits, his story "Inconstant Moon" was adapted into an episode of the same name by Brad Wright. Niven has also written for the DC Comics character Green Lantern, including in his stories hard science fiction concepts such as universal entropy and the redshift effect. Several of his stories predicted the black market in transplant organs ("organlegging"). Many of Niven's stories—sometimes called the Tales of Known Space[10]—take place in his Known Space universe, in which humanity shares the several habitable star systems nearest to the Sun with over a dozen alien species, including the aggressive feline Kzinti and the very intelligent but cowardly Pierson's Puppeteers, which are frequently central characters. The Ringworld series is part of the Tales of Known Space, and Niven has shared the setting with other writers since a 1988 anthology, The Man-Kzin Wars (Baen Books, jointly edited with Jerry Pournelle and Dean Ing).[10] There have been several volumes of short stories and novellas. Niven has also written a logical fantasy series The Magic Goes Away, which utilizes an exhaustible resource called mana to power a rule-based "technological" magic. The Draco Tavern series of short stories take place in a more light-hearted science fiction universe, and are told from the point of view of the proprietor of an omni-species bar. The whimsical Svetz series consists of a collection of short stories, The Flight of the Horse, and a novel, Rainbow Mars, which involve a nominal time machine sent back to retrieve long-extinct animals, but which travels, in fact, into alternative realities and brings back mythical creatures such as a roc and a unicorn. Much of his writing since the 1970s has been in collaboration, particularly with Jerry Pournelle and Steven Barnes, but also Brenda Cooper and Edward M. Lerner. One of Niven's best known humorous works is "Man of Steel, Woman of Kleenex", in which he uses real-world physics to underline the difficulties of Superman and a human woman (Lois Lane or Lana Lang) mating.[11]

Niven at the Computer History Museum in Mountain View, California, 2007 Laurence van Cott Niven (/ˈnɪvən/; born April 30, 1938) is an American science fiction writer.[2] His 1970 novel Ringworld won the Hugo, Locus, Ditmar, and Nebula awards. With Jerry Pournelle he wrote The Mote in God's Eye (1974) and Lucifer's Hammer (1977). The Science Fiction and Fantasy Writers of America gave him the 2015 Damon Knight Memorial Grand Master Award.[3] His work is primarily hard science fiction, using big science concepts and theoretical physics. It also often includes elements of detective fiction and adventure stories. His fantasy includes the series The Magic Goes Away, works of rational fantasy dealing with magic as a non-renewable resource. Biography Niven was born in Los Angeles.[2] He is a great-grandson of Edward L. Doheny, an oil tycoon who drilled the first successful well in the Los Angeles City Oil Field in 1892, and also was subsequently implicated in the Teapot Dome scandal.[4] Niven briefly attended the California Institute of Technology[5] and graduated with a Bachelor of Arts in mathematics (with a minor in psychology) from Washburn University in Topeka, Kansas in 1962. He also completed a year of graduate work in mathematics at the University of California, Los Angeles. On September 6, 1969, he married Marilyn Wisowaty, a science fiction and Regency literature fan. Work Niven is the author of numerous science fiction short stories and novels, beginning with his 1964 story "The Coldest Place". In this story, the coldest place concerned is the dark side of Mercury, which at the time the story was written was thought to be tidally locked with the Sun (it was found to rotate in a 2:3 resonance after Niven received payment for the story, but before it was published).[6] Algis Budrys said in 1968 that Niven becoming a top writer despite the New Wave was evidence that "trends are for second-raters".[7] In addition to the Nebula Award in 1970[8] and the Hugo and Locus awards in 1971[9] for Ringworld, Niven won the Hugo Award for Best Short Story for "Neutron Star" in 1967.[5] He won the same award in 1972, for "Inconstant Moon", and in 1975 for "The Hole Man". In 1976, he won the Hugo Award for Best Novelette for "The Borderland of Sol". Niven frequently collaborated with Jerry Pournelle; they wrote nine novels together, including The Mote in God's Eye, Lucifer's Hammer and Footfall. Niven at Stanford University in 2006 Niven has written scripts for two science fiction television series: the original Land of the Lost series and Star Trek: The Animated Series, for which he adapted his early story "The Soft Weapon." For The Outer Limits, his story "Inconstant Moon" was adapted into an episode of the same name by Brad Wright. Niven has also written for the DC Comics character Green Lantern, including in his stories hard science fiction concepts such as universal entropy and the redshift effect. Several of his stories predicted the black market in transplant organs ("organlegging"). Many of Niven's stories—sometimes called the Tales of Known Space[10]—take place in his Known Space universe, in which humanity shares the several habitable star systems nearest to the Sun with over a dozen alien species, including the aggressive feline Kzinti and the very intelligent but cowardly Pierson's Puppeteers, which are frequently central characters.

This episode is also available in video format on www.Loyalty TV. Today's episode features Circle K, one of the world's leading convenience and fuel retail businesses which operates more than 14,200 stores in 26 countries worldwide. Circle K recently launched a hugely exciting concept, leveraging the power of gamification, partnerships and cutting-edge technology, to launch a global concept which is laser focused on achieving the brand's single biggest key commercial objective - to drive both loyal and new customers in store. In addition to that innovation, Circle K Norway recently won one of the convenience industry's most prestigious awards, when they were awarded the 2023 NACS European Technology of the Year Award.   Circle K also has many of its senior marketing people – including today's guest – in my home city of Dublin, so please enjoy this fascinating conversation with MJ Tierney, Head of European Marketing at Circle K. Show Notes:  1) Circle K 2) ⁠MJ Tierney⁠ 3) 2023 NACS European Technology of the Year Award.  ⁠ 4) Circle K pilots new Rewarded AR ads in Pokémon Go 5) Watch the full video interview on ⁠Loyalty TV⁠

In episode 288 I shared the surprising results and valuable lessons gained when a few friends and I measured our axis points around the second barrel! For more barrel racing inspiration, education and implementation, visit BarrelRacingTips.com. Please subscribe to, rate & review the podcast.  Your support keeps it going - thanks for listening! Click here to support the show.

Business owners and tourists are expressing deep disappointment, after a do-not-swim notice put in place at a west Clare beach has led to a "noticeable drop-off" in footfall locally. Clare County Council has erected red flags at Spanish Point & White Strand Miltown Malbay, on the advice of the HSE, following the detection of high levels of bacteria in bathing samples at both locations.

En estos últimos años la información y los datos han cobrado una gran importancia ¿cómo utilizarlos a nuestro favor? En este episodio de nuestro podcast, Amazing Retail, te contamos del big data, los retail analytics y la importancia de que los retailers aprendan a enfocar sus acciones y objetivos hacía la información.  Amazing Retail es un podcast de Getin, la plataforma número uno en México especializada en medir la afluencia en tiendas físicas para la industria del retail. Amazing Retail también está disponible en getin.mx, donde compartiremos notas y recursos relevantes de cada episodio. Si quieres medir y crecer tu negocio, entra a getin.mx y contáctanos.

Shane Conneely from Chambers Ireland & Richard Guiney from Dublin Town on how footfall is almost back to 2019 levels & more people are shopping locally

There are renewed calls for towns and villages near tourism attractions in coastal areas of Clare to be protected better by the local authority. The Council is being asked to review its policies to ensure tourism marketing leads to footfall in areas of North and West Clare. It comes as work is continuing on the Cliffs of Moher 2040 Strategy. Lisdoonvarna-based Fine Gael Councillor Joe Garrihy says it isn't necessarily masterplans that these areas need to thrive.

Ever wondered how digital efforts can lead to in-store conversions? In this episode, host Matt Evered discusses how digital efforts can drive traffic to a brick-and-mortar location and what footfall attribution is all about with experts from North Strategic and StackAdapt.

An Ennis businessman has poured cold water over suggestions that a new motorway service station will generate additional footfall for the town or boost the county's tourism product. It's after the development at Kilbreckan, on the outskirts of the town, has been granted planning permission this week. Allen Flynn, owner of the Old Ground Hotel and Former Mayor of Ennis, Fine Gael Councillor, Johnny Flynn have been speaking to Clare FM's Morning Focus.

Welcome to the RIW newsletter, the essential weekly inspiration for every changemaker working in retail and along the customer experience journey. This week we're sharing ideas around 3 key themes that should inspire new ways you plan out your customers journey in 2022 and beyond. In the first section we look at how Quick Retail is delivering some serious Urban Planning Whiplash
.15 minute-or-less delivery is remaking the city faster than anyone predicted. Whether it's discussions about real estate zoning or adding e-bike lanes to the city streets, one thing's for sure: the pandemic has created a perfect moment to drive a radical evolution of our commercial and personal experiences. 

 For the next section of this podcast we look at how stores are Monetizing Shoppers With Retail-as-Media Initiatives. With captive audiences (in some stores) spending considerable time browsing and lining up at check out, retailers are realizing there are multiple ways to turn their footfall into a windfall, and are deploying a host of new owned initiatives and offerings. And for the final section of this podcast, we look at how Retailers are seeking a Product-led Sustainability Halo. Retailers are benefitting not only from their own sustainability efforts but those of the merchandise partners they stock the products of. By investing in sustainable business practices across every element of the product journey, brands and retailers are finding that their positive impact can both drive efficiencies and secure long-term value and customer loyalty - turning positive social and environmental impact into measurable brand value. --- Send in a voice message: https://anchor.fm/psfk/message