The way the world works, and the way companies work, is changing faster than ever. The UK’s current workforce already houses four generations of employees. This year, more and more Generation Zs (those born between 1996 and 2010) are turning 22 – and are ready to join the fray. Here at eXPD8 we pride ourselves … Continue reading 5 Ways eXPD8 are prepared for Generation Z employees!

The way the world works, and the way companies work, is changing faster than ever. We all operate in a diverse landscape, with the current workforce already housing four generations of employees. This year, more and more Generation Zs (those born between 1996 and 2010) are turning 22 – and are joining the fray. Here … Continue reading 5 Ways eXPD8 Are Prepared for Generation Z Employees!

The retail market is increasingly competitive and changing quickly. Retailers are doing all they can to stay relevant to consumers and not only remain but thrive on the high street. There are many articles which hypothesise over the perfect formula to be able to prosper in retail in the current market – customer experience, personalisation, … Continue reading The use of Technology within Retail 2018-19

The very nature of the retail industry is fast paced and constantly changing. There is no denying that it can be a very challenging and demanding industry to work in; but it can also be a very enjoyable and exciting place to work and can present a whole variety of career opportunities. If you think … Continue reading Forging a Career in Retail at eXPD8

The last 12 months have been very significant for eXPD8 for many reasons – we’ve doubled the size of our business after taking over the merchandising services currently provided to Tesco by Oakwood Distribution, have become the only preferred field marketing provider and accredited partner across three of the UK’s leading supermarkets, we’ve moved offices, … Continue reading Diversity & Inclusion at eXPD8

I was reading an article on Personnel Today (aka the news for HR gurus) ‘How to make home working a success’ and it gave me pause to reflect on how things have changed in the labour market in such a short time.  When I  first started working in the late 90s (not that long ago … Continue reading 21st Century Working

The Field is full of risks and opportunities quite unimaginable when you spend most of your time sitting at a desk. For Account Teams here at eXPD8 central office, putting on a badge and heading off to store to complete calls first hand is the only way we can properly test the questions, devices and … Continue reading Field Visits give a 360° view of Field Merchandising

What is employee engagement and why is it so important? Good employee engagement is creating a workplace with an atmosphere that allows all employees to feel able to give their best each day. Here at eXPD8 we want our employees to be committed to  organisational goals by being motivated to deliver service excellence first time … Continue reading 4 Ways To Increase Employee Engagement

Did you spread a little love this Valentine’s Day? Because according to Retail Analysis us Brits spent more this year than ever before – giving the Grocery sector a sigh of relief to what is forecasted to be a challenging year!  Leading retail and shopper marketing agency, Savvy, revealed that 38% of UK shoppers got … Continue reading What do seasonal events mean for your business?

eXPD8 has consolidated its Field Marketing services by taking over the merchandising services currently provided to Tesco by Oakwood Distribution, one of its subsidiaries. This outsourcing confirms eXPD8’s position as the market-leader providing Field Marketing support in the entertainment sector, and further establishes itself across Grocery and other non-food categories. The move will double the size … Continue reading Oakwood Distribution merchandising services to be outsourced to eXPD8