Spar to launch online shopping platform, Spar2U

Retail 10 June 2022

Spar announced that it plans to launch an online shopping platform, Spar2U, that will feature many of its stores in the coming months.

The announcement was made on the group’s interim results for the six months ended 31 March 2022.

“There is great enthusiasm from our independent retailers to implement Spar’s new online shopping platform, Spar2U,” the company said.

Our online platform is receiving positive reviews and a large number of stores are preparing to launch online within their communities in the coming months.”

The company first revealed its plans to launch an online shopping platform in November 2021, when it announced that it would be piloting the project.

“Although many of our retailers have been quick to respond to consumers’ needs for online shopping, we have recognised the need for a sophisticated offering tailored for our unique business model,” Spar CEO Brett Botten.

“We believe that the Spar business model requires an online shopping solution that serves our Spar consumers but one which also will add value to our independent retail partners and the communities in which they operate.”

Additionally, the group said it plans to address this by increasing its promotional calendar for the period ahead to continue to attract cash-strapped consumers.

Spar is also planning to revamp its fresh food offering – including fresh produce, butchery, bakery and home meal replacement.

Writen by: Shihaam (Gabriella) Steyn- Adams.

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