Bridging the Memorability Gap: When Hotel Atmosphere Becomes a Financial Asset By Jeff Cottom, Mood MediaWhen a stay is comfortable but completely uninspiring, it introduces a hidden vulnerability to your asset portfolio. Hotel sensory branding is the key to a better...
About a year ago, Scarborough-based Hannaford supermarkets re-energized its music selection, which for years was piped in over a single satellite channel playing soft and forgettable pop and jazz. Now, the chain’s 187 stores, including 66 in Maine, each have access to 10 diverse channels. The change, prompted by employee feedback, allows for a wide variety of genres like hard-edged rock, upbeat contemporary pop, classic hits, country, and hip-hop, creating a much more engaging experience for both shoppers and staff.