A new report issued by Deloitte highlights high street town centre activities in the UK and points towards the relative resilience of the high street in re-occupying vacant shop units.
The executive summary presents a variety of issues as of concern UK wide:
- Oversupply
- Affordability
- Being fit for purpose
- Change of focus
- Change of behaviour
- Impact of digital commerce
The suggested ‘recipe for success’ for High Streets is:
- Convenience
- Experience
- Omni channel (digital and physical)