The summer of outdoor commerce

These behavioral shifts are creating rapid changes in our economy. There will be both short-term and long-term impact as consumers and businesses are forced to change their behavior radically for weeks or months.

Advertising spend is down, non-essential affiliate marketing is on life support, subscription strategies are nascent, and direct-to-consumer commerce is a rarity. Media is being forced to evolve, once more. And so are brands.

But what happens when those products sell out? As Amazon Prime Now begins to show its supply chain and last mile pressures, 2PM’s research has identified a number of categories and brands that are reflecting signs of lift in traffic, search awareness, and conversion. These categories include: utility, hydration, food, recreation, and entertainment.... See more