Leading fashion retailer Republic has joined the likes of Debenhams and Argos to launch a new Facebook Deals service.<\/p>\n
Implemented and managed by One iota<\/a>, the mobile and Facebook commerce provider, Republic will give shoppers access to exclusive offers and promotions. Deals will be activated when users \u2018check-in\u2019 on their mobile phone through Facebook to Republic stores in Manchester, Sheffield, Birmingham, Leeds and London.<\/p>\n Republic has recently embarked on a period of rapid expansion. In 2010, the retailer launched a social media strategy that has already clocked up over 43,000 Facebook fans.<\/p>\n Using Facebook Deals, Republic hopes to drive local retail footfall through Facebook and tap into the growing number of mobile users who are using their phones to source products, compare prices and seek out the best deals on the high street.\u00a0<\/p>\n One iota<\/a>\u2019s CEO, Damian Hanson, who worked closely with Republic on the launch, commented: \u201cFacebook Deals provides bricks and mortar retail stores with a huge opportunity to create new customers and drive loyalty. The ability to attract custom through \u2018local Facebook commerce\u2019 is something that can\u2019t be ignored. Facebook Deals is destined to become a key component in the multi-channel strategy, fuelled by the growth in social media consumption through mobile devices.\u201d<\/p>\n Natalie Primus, head of social media at Republic, said: \u201cWe wanted to drive increased and repeat footfall by rewarding and incentivising our customers \u2013 Facebook Deals allows us to do this quickly and efficiently. One iota\u2019s expertise and knowledge of the Facebook platform has been invaluable in supporting our goals.\u201d<\/p>\n The initial campaign will provide customers with discounts of up to 20 per cent. Users simply have to \u2018check-in\u2019 to receive their Republic Facebook Deal, which can then be redeemed in store at the point of payment.<\/p>\n For more information, see www.oneiota.co.uk<\/a> or follow the action at @itsoneiota.<\/span><\/a><\/p>\n","protected":false},"excerpt":{"rendered":" Leading fashion retailer Republic has joined the likes of Debenhams and Argos to launch a new Facebook Deals service. Implemented and managed by One iota, the mobile and Facebook commerce provider, Republic will give shoppers access to exclusive offers and promotions. Deals will be activated when users \u2018check-in\u2019 on their mobile phone through Facebook to Republic stores in Manchester, Sheffield,<\/p>\n