Valentine’s Day is often associated with romance, flowers, and last minute gifts. But at its core, the day is really about appreciation. It is about taking a moment to show people that they matter. And that does not have to be limited to romantic relationships. Appreciation comes in many forms Valentine’s Day can be a …
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In 2026, sales and shopping destinations are entering a new era marked by a clear shift: from transactions to experiences, from mass communication to personalization. In this edition, we explore how gift cards are evolving into an emotionally rich, digital experience, and why listening to customers and smart use of data are becoming a key competitive advantage. We conclude with a real-world …
2026 – Year when average will no longer be enough Read More »
A gift card is more than just a substitute for cash; it is a powerful marketing engine for attracting and rewarding visitors. In this article, Jurij Triller, CEO of SOS-SW and owner of the SmartGifty brand, explores why the shift from outdated paper vouchers to seamless digital ecosystems is essential. By prioritizing User Experience (UX), shopping …
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In destination marketing, the standard response to a visibility problem is usually an expensive ad campaign. But what happens when the challenge isn’t a lack of awareness, but a lack of wayfinding? When London’s Chinatown needed to put itself more firmly on the map, the solution didn’t come from a billboard—it came from thousands of …
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In an era of complex public safety challenges, the “soft target” nature of shopping malls requires more than just reactive security—it demands a connected ecosystem. In this feature, Peter Endress explores how digital platforms are replacing siloed systems to transform emergency response. From integrating digital signage for instant evacuations to streamlining communication between tenants and first responders, learn …
Introduction When you think “gift card,” you probably imagine a retail store, a restaurant, or maybe an online marketplace. But around the world, companies have gotten wildly creative with what you can buy via gift cards. Some of these unusual offerings might surprise you — and inspire you to rethink what gifting can be. Tattoos …
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For years, brands have treated loyalty like a math equation: Transactions + Points = Retention. But while businesses were busy building apps and stacking tiers, the consumer evolved. Today, Gen Z and Gen Alpha don’t want to “collect” value—they want to feel it. To explore this shift, we are joined by guest author Will Odwarka, Founder …
For many people, gift cards live in one specific moment of the year. December arrives, inboxes fill up, and gifting becomes another task to check off the list. But gift cards can be so much more than a seasonal solution. When used thoughtfully, they can become a year round way to build relationships, show appreciation, …
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With three decades of deep-rooted experience in the retail industry and five years dedicated to professional futures studies, our guest writer, Peter Thommen, brings a unique perspective to the intersection of commerce and foresight. He applies the rigor of Strategic Foresight to identify the real forces shaping our global markets. In this insightful piece, he moves beyond the noise of …
Introduction The new year always brings fresh resolutions — not just for people, but for businesses too. In retail, January is the month where leaders ask: What’s next? How do we evolve? After a record-breaking holiday season, attention shifts toward loyalty, personalization, and how to future-proof the customer experience. In 2026, gift cards and loyalty …
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SmartGifty is a web based gift card management solution for multi-shop shopping centres or multi location businesses like shops, cafes and restaurants. It allows your customers total gift-giving and gift-spending freedom and provides you with an effective, transparent, secure and easy to implement marketing and purchases clearing tool, which can be also turned into loyalty and cash-back programs. SmartGifty creates added value for everybody involved: gift givers and recipients, shopping centres, retailers and businesses.
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