The Indian retail industry has emerged as one of the most dynamic, fast-paced, and profitable market segments. Global retail giants consider this market to be the 5th largest investment destination in the world owing to its expected growth of nearly USD 3600 billion by 2020. Riding on factors like the changing economic landscape and easy credit options, coupled with rising income of consumers, the retail space is enjoying a consistent growth, contributing to almost 10% of the country’s Gross Domestic Product (GDP).
Furthermore, the increased digital connectivity of the dominating millennial population exposes them to global trends, creating an opportunity for retailers to meet the ever-changing lifestyle demands of the modern Indian consumer. Of all emerging trends in the retail industry, the rise of online retail has taken the industry by storm, especially in recent years. Driven by domestic startups and robust investments from international investors and ever-increasing internet users, India is expected to become one of the fastest growing e-commerce markets in the world. Retailers with physical stores are exploring online retail to be at par with the changing trend and address competition from the newer players. In short, e-commerce has brought about a revolution in the Indian retail space.
But how does one successfully thrive amidst this ever-expanding and disruptive market? As the need of the modern consumer surpasses tangible products and extends to best user experience or online journey, their changing behaviors call for a smarter approach to retail. That is where the need for a smart marketplace strategy comes into play. By leveraging all digital channels and diverting resources towards online store management, retailers are now being able to target more customers across smaller cities and towns, where earlier it was impossible to reach physically. Furthermore, with marketplace management services offered by the marketplace giants, retailers today are not afraid to embrace new trends and explore the new domains with open arms.
And thus from the traditional brick-and-mortar stores to the vast, virtual marketplace, the Indian retail industry has come a long way, letting every marketer and retailer enjoy their very own piece of the pie!
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