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As a supplier on the Boots Preferred Supplier List, we've had the opportunity to support brands across a wide range of categories, giving us a front-row view of what works and what doesn't. Here are some of the key principles helping brands drive stronger results in Boots today.

Shopability Beats Creativity

Many displays fail because they are attractive but difficult to shop.

Always prioritise:

  • Clear messaging hierarchy
  • Intuitive navigation
  • Before and after images to show results
  • Take to till cards

Three Second Rule

A shopper walking a Boots store should understand within 3 seconds:

1. What is this?
2. Who is it for?
3. Why does it matter?

 

If not, simplify.

Clever use of Language and Communication

Cut the jargon. Does the shopper immediately understand what you’re saying?

How can you re-frame your messaging in a way that connects instantly, in a meaningful way:

  • 1 bottle sold every 10 seconds
  • Recommended by experts
  • Your faves, now supersized

 

Think about the language the consumer is using on a daily basis to help your message land better.

Merchandising by Need-State

Shoppers don’t think in categories such ads Skincare, Vitamins, instead they think in need state.

Increasingly effective:

  • Acne Solutions
  • Hydration
  • Sleep Support
  • Healthy Ageing
  • Sensitive Skin

Connecting campaigns across touchpoints

Leveraging talent associations in-store is an opportunity often missed by brands.

It helps build relevancy through cultural moments…

But in a meaningful way

Here’s a great example of the Matrix x Katseye campaign

  • Right place: London is a destination on the Katseye Tour
  • Right time: Times in with O2 performance dates

Also helps to unlock new media opportunities in-store

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