The advantages of shopping in local stores

Small businesses are present in our daily lives more than we realize

Small businesses are present in our daily lives more than we realize. There is no doubt that nowadays there are many options for stores, both physical and online, where we can buy whatever we need. But over time, personalized, more personal service from local or neighborhood businesses is being valued more and more. In short, the usual kind 😉

Small businesses are a important piece in the economic development of municipalities, providing jobs to many people. And best of all, it benefits not only the shopkeeper, but us too.

1. Their proximity

The most normal thing is for your neighborhood to have all kinds of shops that you can go to on foot, without needing to take public transport or the car (mind you, that also helps reduce pollution). There lies one of the main advantages of local commerce, since, for example, if you have any problem or need to exchange items, you can go just as easily next door to your home.

2. Customer service

And, physical proximity is directly proportional to personal proximity. When buying in a local store, you will receive personalized, friendly service, often from the owner themselves, which has a positive effect on loyalty and repeat purchases when it comes to buying again at that store.

It should also be noted that, when you go to a store specialized in something specific, whether kitchen furniture, hardware, etc. the people who serve you are specialists who know the products and services in full, and can advise you so you find what you need.

3. And a huge advantage: they collect your packages

Obviously, we had to highlight this reason. With the InPost network of more than 4,500 Punto Pack points throughout Spain you can pick up orders at shops in your neighborhood while benefiting local businesses. You can get a two-for-one, since when you go shopping, you can take the opportunity to send a package or pick up an order from some of your favorite stores, such as Vinted, Shein, Zara and many others.

4. Less pollution. Local solutions to global problems

Related to the proximity of local businesses, since you don't need to take the car or public transport, you are helping reduce the environmental impact, especially in large cities, where there is currently a high concentration of cars, often used for short trips.

If we unite, everyone wins. By sending and collecting your packages at Punto Pack | Locker, we reduce the impact of shipments together and make logistics more sustainable. You support InPost's efforts to reduce the impact of shipments and make logistics more sustainable.

5. They generate local employment

In our country, SMEs make up an important part of the business fabric. Local businesses have a great impact on employment, since no matter how small it is, it usually has at least one employee.

Small businesses are an important source of employment in local communities. By shopping at these businesses, you are helping maintain these jobs and create new jobs in your community.

6. Helps fight rural depopulation

In many cases, local merchants offer products produced in the area, especially in the case of food products. This means that, for example, in rural areas, if the product is sourced locally and sold in local stores, more people will be encouraged to live in the area, as there will be shops, leisure venues, etc.