Chinese New Year, also known as the Spring Festival, is an occasion for rejoicing, celebrating, and, above all, sales. The largest holiday in China’s cultural calendar brings a sea of consumer spending that can prove to be the difference between being in the red and black. To be ready to cash in on this gold rush, retailers must be geared up, flexible, and prompt. This is where ETP Unify—the powerful, cloud-native unified commerce retail platform—comes in.
The Year of the Snake – 2025
As we step into the year 2025, according to the Chinese zodiac calendar, we welcome the Year of the Snake. The ‘Snake’ symbolises wisdom, intuition, and prosperity. It is believed that the Year of the Snake would be a period of transformation and growth. This period is very auspicious for retailers to:
- Formulate new strategies
- Adopt innovative technologies like ETP Unify
- Benefit from the energy of the Chinese New Year
- Set the course for a bright year ahead
Ways ETP Unify Can Help Retailers Capitalise on the Chinese New Year Boom
Optimised Inventory Management
Chinese New Year shopping is characterised by increased purchases of gifts, food, clothing, and decorations. Retailers need to ensure their shelves are stocked with popular items. ETP Unify has advanced inventory management features that enable retailers to keep stock at optimal levels, avoiding stockouts or overstocking. ETP Unify’s real-time inventory tracking and automated replenishment ensure the right products are available at the right time.
Read our blog on the benefits of ETP’s Unified Inventory Management System
Enhanced Customer Experience
Shoppers during Chinese New Year expect hassle-free and fun shopping experiences. ETP Unify assists retailers in enhancing customer experience through:
- Personalised promotions
- Targeted marketing campaigns
- Efficient customer service
ETP Unify helps retailers make every customer feel valued, whether through special discounts, festive offers, or personalised greetings.
Integrated Omni-channel Retailing
Today’s customers expect seamless shopping across all channels—online, in-store, or mobile. ETP Unify ensures an integrated shopping experience by synchronising sales channels. This provides a unified view of inventory, orders, and customer data, helping retailers maximise sales opportunities.
Learn more about omni-channel fulfilment
Agile and Scalable Operations
The surge in sales during Chinese New Year can overwhelm unprepared retailers. ETP Unify offers agility and scalability to handle increased sales volumes efficiently. Its scalable infrastructure supports expansion, such as:
- Adding new stores
- Launching new products
- Entering new markets
Data-Driven Insights and Analytics
To capitalise on Chinese New Year, understanding consumer behaviour and market trends is crucial. ETP Unify provides actionable insights into customer preferences, sales trends, and product performance. Retailers can make informed decisions regarding:
- Product assortments
- Pricing strategies
- Promotional activities
Discover how retailers can leverage holiday sales data
ETP Unify offers a holistic suite of retail management solutions, helping retailers optimise inventory, enhance customer experiences, integrate omni-channel operations, scale their businesses, and make data-driven decisions. By using ETP Unify, retailers can maximise sales during Chinese New Year and achieve long-term success in the ever-changing retail landscape.
