Alcohol & Beverage Industry Insights 2021 Consumer Behaviour     2020 has left many thirsty for in person interactions such as social events, coffee catch-ups, after work happy hours or weekend drinks. So how must beverage brands quench this thirst? We have put together a list of key trends in the beverage industry to help brands get a deeper insight into the evolution of the market and where it is headed in the near future.  Read More

The Sweet Spot – Bakery and Patisserie Industry Trends With the pandemic altering how consumers get their fix of baked goods, major players around the world made the shift to online ordering and delivery. Who wouldn’t love to have their cake (delivered) and eat it too? We have put together a list of key trends in the bakery and patisserie industry to help brands get a deeper insight into the evolution of the market andRead More

What are the packaging trends for 2021? With the world shifting to online methods of work, leisure and shopping during the pandemic, packaging design was recognised even further as one of the major physical touch-points between customers and brands. As we enter 2021, there is a need for brands to up the ante when it comes to enhancing customer experience and delivering a high-quality product for consumers, through effective packaging design. To help you withRead More

Making the Sustainable Move With COVID-19 having a profound impact on how consumers think and behave, many have readjusted their consumption patterns and shopping habits. Specifically in the sustainability space, A survey by FMCG Gurus found that 55% of Australian consumers are more concerned about the environment than before the crisis. Today’s consumers have good intentions but look to brands to help them to make positive changes towards protecting the environment in their day today.Read More

Due to the onset of the novel coronavirus (COVID-19), Australian shoppers have contributed to the rise of a homebody economy. Having shifted to working, studying and leisure at home, it has had a particularly significant impact on how and where we are grocery shopping. Below are some of the key insights collated by our team around the state of the supermarket and grocery channels across Australia: I. Pantry essentials and beyond With more time atRead More