The Return of Touch

After years of digital saturation, consumers are turning to physical experiences. Quad has been tracking this paradigm shift through a series of original research reports in partnership with The Harris Poll, as well as ongoing analysis, marketer insights and tactical advice for brands.

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The emerging trend reshaping consumer behavior

Landmark research by The Harris Poll, in collaboration with Quad, reveals a growing demand for in-person interactions, traditional retail environments and print media, including catalogs and magazines. Among the key findings: Gen Z and millennials show an even greater preference for these tangible experiences.

The evolution of a tactile renaissance

See new market data, seasonal reports and follow-up research from The Harris Poll.

What the experts are saying

Portrait of Heidi Waldusky

“AI is rewriting how people discover and compare, but it hasn’t replaced how they feel and decide.”

Heidi Waldusky, VP, Brand Marketing, Quad

Key insights for marketers who demand results

Find out how to leverage the growing consumer desire for tangible experiences into measurable, omnichannel growth.

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