FEATURE he Human Touch uman touch back into manufacturing is more important than ever right now.
our lives. And here, once again, it is individual creativity that is pioneering the future of retail. Contactless, frictionless, automated retail solutions have been spoken of for years and, with the ability to limit social contact and optimise customer experience, now may be the time to take them seriously. From brandable vending machines providing regularly replenished fresh food to unmanned retail stores, our designers and many others around the country are driving changes in the way we shop, that not only bridge the divide between quality and convenience, but also allow our shops to operate safely.
Buying British
There is another element to all of this. Retailers who have turned to smaller, British-based companies such as Regency haven’t
just reaped the benefits in terms of creative output, but are also playing a major role in revitalising the British economy. During our biggest economic crisis since World War Two, and at a time when more and more people are finding themselves out of work, favouring British companies rather than larger manufacturers outsourcing their work to cheaper markets could provide our economy with the leg-up it needs as we look to rebound.
Our brilliant team of designers, manufacturers and finishers will continue to drive innovation and it is time to embrace this and all the pent-up creativity bursting at the seams of the UK as we look to build the safe and resilient retail spaces of the future.
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