Retail Focus

APRIL 28, 2023

Two beloved British brands came together to create a magical collection that captured the essence of the Wizarding World in everyday items. Cath Kidston, the iconic lifestyle brand known for its vintage-inspired prints, and Harry Potter, the worldwide phenomenon that has captured the hearts of millions, collaborated to create a range of products that brought a touch of magic to daily routines.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2023

Vlad Yakubson has been appointed as the new CEO and MD of specialty home fragrance retailer, Dusk Group. Yakubson has more than 25 years of experience in specialty retail and is currently the GM of the men’s fashion brand, YD. He has also held various senior leadership roles in visual merchandising, retail operations, finance, marketing and property.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New data has revealed retail professionals are one of the most likely to work on days when experiencing poor mental health instead of taking sick leave compared to employees in other sectors, with almost a third (28%) having done so in the last year.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2023

Drinks and hospitality business Endeavour Group is set to make its 14-day payment terms plan permanent for all of its small suppliers. The group implemented a 14-day payment term plan during the first lockdowns in March 2020 to provide pandemic-related support to more than 900 suppliers across the country. Last March, the company announced it will extend the program until June of this year – but now it says the program will be permanent.

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Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading coding and marking equipment specialist, Macsa ID UK ([link] has launched the Lasertex Retail, a safe, sustainable and stylish looking laser marking system which has been specially developed to allow brands and retailers to transform products as part of a promotional campaign or into a unique personalised item for customers in real time on [̷

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2023

An Australian court has ruled that pop superstar Katy Perry infringed the trademark of a Sydney-based fashion designer who has sold her products locally under a label with her birth name “Katie Perry” Katie Taylor, who filed the lawsuit in 2019, alleged the singer ignored the trademark and sold Katy Perry clothing to Australian customers during her concert tours in the country in 2014 and 2018 through retailers and websites.

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Fuhrmann Construction

APRIL 28, 2023

When people go to a café, they want a place that is comfortable. A location where they can meet with friends, meet with colleagues, or even get some work done. The design of a cafe can affect the functionality and comfort of the space. If you get it wrong, people will be less willing to stop in. Here are six things to consider in cafe design for functionality and comfort: The Overall Layout The layout of the cafe should be designed to maximize the use of space and create an efficient flow for bo

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading Spar wholesaler and convenience store retailer, AF Blakemore & Son Ltd, has launched a new app called Plant & Win, where Spar shoppers in Wales, central England and the Southeast can play to plant trees and win a host of exciting prizes.

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Fuhrmann Construction

APRIL 28, 2023

When people go to a café, they want a place that is comfortable. A location where they can meet with friends, meet with colleagues, or even get some work done. The design of a cafe can affect the functionality and comfort of the space. If you get it wrong, people will be less willing to stop in. Here are six things to consider in cafe design for functionality and comfort: The Overall Layout The layout of the cafe should be designed to maximize the use of space and create an efficient flow for bo

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! By Jeff Griffin, vice president, strategic accounts, Nfinite Sustainability has become a critical consideration for retailers in recent years as consumers become increasingly environmentally conscious. This trend has led retailers to realise the importance of reducing their carbon footprint not just for cost savings but also for the benefit of the planet

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APRIL 28, 2023

There’s no denying that since its launch in 2007, Airbnb has disrupted the travel and hospitality industry drastically. By offering travelers the unique experience of “living like locals” via stays in private apartments and homes, the company has seen enormous success. Today, it operates in 220 countries and has more than 4 million hosts and 6.6 million active listings.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Searches for ‘sustainable home décor’ have increased by 125% in the last 12 months, indicating a clear demand for eco-friendly products as we all look for our way to contribute to helping the planet. With this in mind, carpet and flooring retailer Tapi has announced its new flooring collection, called TreadKindly, using sustainably sourced materials and

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! With a mission to become Europe’s net-positive food tech champion, Heura announces a seismic shift in the plant-based food industry, with the debut of new patent-pending technology that generates never-achieved nutritional values without the need for food additives or E-numbers.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! hmv is set to make a return to Oxford Street after a four-year absence, with a lease signed to confirm the reopening of its flagship later this year. hmv currently has 120 shops across the UK, including a West London location in Westfield, the specialist Fopp store in Covent Garden, and the 25,000 sq ft […] If you want more information Retail Times

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading UK wine distributor Berkmann Wine Cellars has expanded its premium portfolio with the addition of two new complementary English agencies: Everflyht from Sussex and Hundred Hills from Oxfordshire. These additions will see Berkmann Wine Cellars triple its English sparkling wine offering, joining Hampshire-based Cottonworth, which joined the distri

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ouka makes Manuka Honey ingestion easier than ever before with their gummy supplement format. Each small-but-mighty gummy, containing Manuka Honey 525MGO+, is infused with the highest quality blend of vitamins and minerals including Vitamin C, D, B12 and Zinc, which together, are clinically proven to boost energy levels, support and strengthen the immune

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Exclusive data from Kin + Carta and Google Cloud has revealed that 85% of the UK’s largest retailers see “search relevancy” as their biggest challenge regarding product discovery on their ecommerce sites. Twenty business leaders from some of the biggest high street brands were asked by the global transformation consultancy: “What are your biggest challen

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Majestic, the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, is pleased to announce that its chief operating officer Rob Cooke has been appointed to the board of the Wine and Spirit Trade Association (WSTA). Cooke will join the trade body with immediate effect, bringing a wealth of knowledge, expertise and experience to the WSTA at an important […] If you

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! UK shoppers are cashing-in on price label blunders, with two in five (41%) consumers having personally saved money on products that have been mis-labelled in-store, or know friends or family that have, according to new research by retail technology provider Brother UK.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The health of the retail sector continued its slow decline in the opening months of the year, as soaring food inflation and greater use of promotions to attract footfall hit retail margins and profitability, according to the latest assessment by KPMG/Ipsos Retail Think Tank (RTT) members.

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