Ready for the future of retail? We are!

Our Kick off 2026 was all about transformation. And you could truly feel it. Two days full of energy, inspiration and honest exchange showed what happens when an international team comes together with a shared vision.

Experts from ICS and our business partners shared valuable insights into a retail market that is evolving faster than ever. Retail today is digital, dynamic and demanding. That is exactly why it is so important to anticipate trends early and to move forward with courage.

A defining moment was the clear strategic direction presented by our Managing Director Andreas Kranabitl. His words provided clarity, focus and motivation. It was not just about targets. It was about mindset, responsibility and a shared vision for the future.

Learning, experiencing, growing together

The program reflected the diversity of our team. Business fairytales, business meditation, global keynotes, operational deep dives and powerful presentations by our internal speakers created new perspectives and many memorable moments.

One experience stood out: the Escape Truck.

In an exciting challenge, teams had 25 minutes to stop a hacker attack on SPAR and prevent a data breach. The puzzles were creative and could only be solved through real teamwork. There was laughter, intense discussion and true collaboration. At the same time, cybersecurity became tangible and easy to understand. Learning rarely feels this engaging.

More than strategy. Real connection.

What makes our Kick off truly special is not only the content. It is the connection. The open conversations. The shared commitment to topics such as security, digital transformation, innovation and customer focused solutions.