Retail Innovations in Business Models

Retail innovations in business models are reshaping consumer shopping and brand interactions, driven by advances in technology, shifting consumer expectations, and evolving market dynamics. From the rise of e-commerce to the adoption of artificial intelligence, data analytics, and automation, retailers are exploring new ways to engage customers and deliver personalized experiences. Innovative business models are challenging traditional retail frameworks, enabling businesses to reach a broader audience and create deeper connections with consumers. Digital transformation and sustainability have become key factors for business success, as retailers strive to meet the demands of shoppers while anticipating future trends and staying in the marketplace. Further research may help facilitate improved business practices for retail industries. Retail Innovations in Business Models explores the dynamics of the retail industry’s innovations and challenges. Through the integration of practical applications, conceptual and theoretical underpinnings, and real-world case studies, the book provides an in-depth comprehension of the fundamental strategies and principles that propel retail innovation. This book covers topics such as smart technology, consumer science, and social commerce, and is a useful resource for business owners, managers, marketers, academicians, researchers, and scientists.

Dr. Sneha Rajput was born in India and is currently employed as an Associate Professor and Head Marketing Department by Prestige Institute of Management and Research, Gwalior (PIMR-G) and joined PIMR-G in 2009 (Autonomous, NAAC-A, NIRF). She has a research emphasis on international marketing, retail management, behavioral finance. She has papers that are indexed in Scopus from ABDC 'A' 'B' 'C' CATEGORY, Q1 Q2, ABS, Web of Sciences, Emerald, Elsevier, Routledge. Case studies written by her are published in Routledge, Taylor & Francis in series like ‘Social and Sustainability Marketing: A Casebook for Reaching Your Socially Responsible Consumers through Marketing Science’. She has edited eight books published by National and International publishers. She has chaired many International conferences; Judged international competions like Hultz Prize organized by United Nations. She is also invited as trainer for various research softwares in various Institutions. She is a research guide for Jiwaji University Gwalior and IGNOU. Dr. Sneha recived her Doctorate from Jiwaji University (2015) and is a Post Graduate in Management from School of Economics, Devi Ahilya University Indore (2005). She Qualified UGC NET and has 18 years of experience in teaching and research. She is a MOOC content writer for E-Pathshala (an online learning website by MHRD) and also a resource person for Ph.D. Coursework for Management and Tourism Specialization. Further, an appointed member of the Board of Studies in Management by Jiwaji University Gwalior and Prestige Institute of Management and Research, Gwalior. She has won best paper presentation in 2015, 2016 and 2019. Interest Areas: Retail Management, International Marketing, Consumer Psychology.

Dr. Firdous Ahmad Malik was born in India and is currently employed by the University of People as an Assistant Professor of Economics (instructor), Department of Management. Currently he is perceiving Post Doctoral research at Amity Dubai University. Before that, he was a research fellow at the National Institute of Public Finance and Policy (NIPFP) in Delhi, India. Prior to this, he was a senior research associate at the O.P. Jindal Global University in Sonipat, Haryana's Jindal Center for the Global South. From Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University in Lucknow, India, he received his Ph.D. He has a Master's in Economics from the University of Kashmir and an MPhil in Economics from Babasaheb Bhimrao Ambedkar University Lucknow. Microfinance, financial inclusion, and financial literacy are his main areas of study interest. He has articles in journals that are Scopusindexed from Springer, Elsevier, Taylor Francis, and others. Moreover, he has published more than six books which includes the first book on “Financial Inclusion Schemes in India” published by Springer released. His second book, “Financial Behaviour of Urban Destitutes in India,” by Notion Press. Third book, “Health System in Jammu and Kashmir Challenges and Opportunities,” is published by Shineeks. His Fourth book, “Asymmetry of Information and Lending Risk Livelihood Pattern of Street Vendors in India,” is published by Booksclinic. The fifth book, “Linkage Between Interest Rate Policy and Macro Economic Variables Issues and Concerns of Indian Economy,” is published by Booksclinic. The sixth book, “Repatriation Management and Competency Transfer in a Culturally”, is published by Springer. His forthcoming books are Economics of Financial Inclusion to be published by Routledge Publication and Fostering Industry-Academia Partnerships for Innovation-Driven Trade by IGI publication. Microfinance, Development Economics, Monetary Economics, and Public Finance are areas of expertise. To promote research among the upcoming young generation, Dr. Firdous at present is associated with specific international organizations viz. Young Scholars Initiative (YSI). He further keeps on contributing and promoting research by participating as a presenter and along with serving as session chair, review panelists in national and international conferences across the globe. For his tireless contribution to promoting young researchers, he has been awarded by the Jindal Center for Global South two best paper presentations and AIBPM Malaysian conference organizers as a best reviewer award in June 2023. INTERESTS Development Economics | Microfinance & Financial Inclusion | Public Policy | Sustainable Development Goals (SDGs).

Dr. Samriti Mahajan is an accomplished academician and industry professional with over 11+ years of experience in teaching, research, and administration. She currently serves as the Associate Professor and Head of Department in the School of Commerce & Management at Lingaya’s Vidyapeeth, Faridabad. Also, she holds a Ph.D. in Green Marketing, an MBA in Biotechnology, and a graduation degree in Biotechnology. Her areas of specialization include Digital Marketing, Strategy Marketing, Consumer Behavior, Brand Management, International Business. She has authored 2 books, more than 10 chapters, Case Study, 5 - design patents and 20 utility patents - Indian and International patents. Her research contributions include several International Scientific papers and review papers. Dr. Mahajan has been a speaker for the World Innovation Patent Conclave, Guest of Honor for IPR cell- BIT Raipur, Project Judge- BIMT Bangalore, Session Chair for Seminars and Conferences, and resource speaker for FDP & MDP.

Dr. Amna Javed , Senior Lecturer, Graduate School of Knowledge Science, Japan Advanced Institute of Science and Technology (JAIST), Japan. She teaches classes on social research methods, Next-Generation Management of Technology (MOT), Innovation Theory and Methodology for Social Competencies to Master and Doctoral course students. She has 6 doctoral course and 8 Master course students for minor research. She has 4 years of work experience in service science and 2 years of experience in transformative knowledge management. She has more than 15 papers in Scopus, more than 30 reputed international and domestic conferences, 1 eBook chapter by Springer, granted 12 research awards, and 12 project research fundings. She is affiliated with international conferences (ICIM, AHFE, and others) as session chair, co-chair, scientific advisory board member, and technical committee member. She is an Editorial Board Member of Social Sciences & Humanities Open (Springer). Her areas of research specialties include service design, education science, service science, Islamic banking and finance and knowledge management.