Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

You may have noticed a steady stream of articles in the media featuring people who have ‘different minds’. Humans’ unique brain ‘wiring’ contributes to how we think, learn, socialise and interact with our environment. Neurodiversity, a term coined by Australian sociologist Judy Singer in the late 1990s, describes the naturally occurring and infinite neurological differences inherent within the human population.

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Mindful Design

APRIL 12, 2023

Wallpapers are a simple yet dramatic way to create a selfie wall that can help your restaurant, bar or dessert shop go viral. The ideas are endless: new or unconventional patterns, large graphics, scripts, inspiring messages and oversized logos can all make for a memorable snapshot. When considering wallpapers for selfie walls, a unique character […] The post How to Use Textured or Graphic Wallpapers for Selfie Walls appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Wembley Park is set to welcome an exciting new addition to its vibrant community with the launch of Lone Design Club’s first pop-up store, The Club Apartment. This move marks a significant expansion for Lone Design Club, bringing a unique shopping experience to the people of Wembley Park. At The Club Apartment, visitors can expect a carefully curated selection of one-of-a-kind products from emerging, mindful brands in Homeware, Lifestyle, Beauty, and Fashion.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 12, 2023

Last month, MIT AgeLab hosted the PLAN (Preparing for Longevity Advisory Network) forum in Cambridge, USA, inviting experts and leaders from finance, retail, and design globally […] The post Design for longevity: Service, Systems, and Sustainability appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

US-based Duck Donuts has signed a franchise agreement to open five outlets in Sydney, Australia. The company is also planning to open three stores in the Bahamas and 10 in Iraq. The brand, headquartered in Pennsylvania, began franchising in 2013 and now operates in three international locations along with 115 locally owned stores in the US. Eric Lavinder, Duck Donuts’ chief development officer, said: “We welcome our newest franchise partners to the system and look forward to supporting th

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RetailMinded

APRIL 8, 2023

Resources are important in helping you meet your customers’ needs efficiently. These are broad and include human, financial, intellectual, and physical resources. As a business owner, you aim to have the resources bring you returns matching the money you invested in acquiring them. However, you’ll only achieve this if you fully utilize your business resources.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 12, 2023

A bet on sustainability and care for people. This was the founding principle of Doimo Cucine in 1994. Three decades later the brand is still on […] The post What does it mean to be sustainable in the kitchen industry? appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

In recent years, India has emerged as a major market for luxury brands. The country’s growing economy and expanding middle class have created a favourable environment for global brands to set up shop and tap into a new consumer base. According to statistics from the India Brand Equity Foundation, the retail sector in the country is expected to be worth US$2 trillion by 2032.

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Global Shop

APRIL 13, 2023

Success in the highly-competitive ERP software market requires continual development of new tools and technology advancements that simplify manufacturing. Global Shop Solutions is proud to announce the promotion of Trent Maynard to Director of Product & Engineering. Maynard began his career in the manufacturing industry working for a company that was a customer of Global Shop Solutions ERP software.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Burlington Arcade, a historical luxury shopping destination in central London, has added to its prestigious retail offering with the opening of Cara Jewellers’ first international boutique in Europe. The new boutique, spread across three levels of the iconic shopping arcade, features a VIP area on the second floor and a fully equipped workshop in the basement for customisation and repair of jewellery.

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Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 14, 2023

Experience design agency LAYER, led by Benjamin Hubert, teamed up with Croft, a US start-up with a goal to establish a sustainable and eco-friendly hydrogen economy. […] The post Croft: a revolutionary solid-state, low-pressure storage technology appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 13, 2023

New Zealand’s kids’ shoe brand Bobux International has been placed in receivership after Covid-related supply chain issues, overstocking and an IT system revamp pushed the business to collapse. Founded in 1991 by Colleen and Chris Bennett, the brand sells high-quality shoes, boots and sandals for toddlers and kids. The label is sold in 40 countries internationally as well as online.

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Retail Times

APRIL 13, 2023

Leading pan-European private capital manager Metric Capital and growth investor Scope have partnered to invest in Maileg, a high-end Danish toy brand. Co-founders Dorthe and Erik Mailil are reinvesting alongside the firms, retaining a significant stake in the business.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

Liverpool is set to welcome Space NK, the global luxury cosmetics retailer, as it prepares to open its first-ever city store in the heart of Liverpool ONE. The new addition will be joining an array of premium lifestyle brands on the prestigious Peter’s Lane. Scheduled to open its doors in June, Space NK Liverpool ONE promises to feature a curated collection of over one hundred of the most sought-after, innovative and cutting-edge beauty brands.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Design Wanted

APRIL 14, 2023

ANDEAN has launched its second high-end residential furniture collection named SITIERA, which focuses on seating and decorative mirrors. This collection takes inspiration from the baroque and […] The post The SITIERA collection is inspired by baroque and sacral archetypes from Quito appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

During the years affected by Covid-19 pandemic restrictions, when freedom of movement was restricted, Australian retailers redoubled their efforts to consolidate their position in the local market. But, following the opening of international borders, it appears that more businesses are expanding their horizons, and are looking for ways to reach new markets and audiences.

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Retail Times

APRIL 12, 2023

McVitie’s has launched a national campaign to reinstate the office tea and biscuit break amid research revealing that overworked employees are so busy they don’t even know the names of their work colleagues.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 11, 2023

TAG Heuer has opened its first standalone boutique in Birmingham’s iconic Bullring shopping centre, showcasing a sleek 1,400 sq ft store designed by the brand’s in-house team in Switzerland. The minimalist design combines grey tones with smoked mirrors and hints of blue, reflecting the brand’s Monaco heritage, while sustainably sourced stone and wooden elements pay homage to its Swiss roots of craftsmanship.

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Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 13, 2023

Artu, a relatively new furniture brand created just four years ago, has quickly gained recognition and respect within the industry for its unique, modern furniture designs. […] The post Modern furniture committed to innovation, quality, and sustainability appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 12, 2023

Wesfarmers has sold all of its remaining shares in the supermarket chain, Coles Group, which it spun off in 2018. “Since the demerger of Coles from Wesfarmers in November 2018, Wesfarmers has gradually reduced its shareholding in Coles,” said the company in a statement. According to Reuters, the deal value is estimated at $688 million or $18.50 per share.

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APRIL 12, 2023

Retailers and logistics providers are feeling the strain of scaling their businesses to meet the rising consumer demand for deliveries and returns spurred by growth in e-commerce. Inefficient, traditional delivery methods, growing customer-to-customer (C2C) deliveries, increased returns, and sustainability initiatives are key areas that are addressed with an Open Locker Network (OLN) to create a comprehensive out-of-home (OOH) proposition.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 13, 2023

As Cath Kidston commemorated its 30th anniversary, the iconic British brand looked back at the vibrant journey through the artistry of print, honouring its rich heritage of unique, joyful designs. For three decades, Cath Kidston’s emotive collections had woven seamlessly into the tapestry of their community’s lives, forming an extraordinary bond between the brand and its loyal customers.

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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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Design Wanted

APRIL 12, 2023

Pininfarina, known for its 100-year expertise in design for cars, products, and architecture, has now entered the world of sports design. Its Turin-based studio has collaborated […] The post Iconic Padel Court takes sports design to a whole new level appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 13, 2023

Australian specialty pet care provider Greencross Pet Wellness Company is set to acquire Habitat Pet Supplies. Habitat Pet Supplies is a family-owned business that sells a range of pet products including bowls, toys, collars and treats along with in-store pet grooming services. It has five stores in Melbourne across Altona North, Burwood, Chirnside Park, North Melbourne and Port Melbourne, and sells online.

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Retail Times

APRIL 11, 2023

Alex Baulf, senior director global indirect tax at Avalara, talks tax must-knows for retailers operating in the metaverse The Metaverse continues to attract retailers across the globe. In a recent survey of 1000 retailers in the UK, US and India, Avalara found that 86% of retailers already consider the metaverse an important channel for e-commerce.

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APRIL 11, 2023

The National Gallery’s Portico Shop reopens its doors after a three-month refurbishment, revealing an entirely new design by Lumsden, the award-winning firm specialising in retail and F&B for cultural and visitor attractions. Located in London’s Trafalgar Square, the National Gallery houses the nation’s collection of paintings in the Western European tradition from the late 13th to the early 20th centuries.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 12, 2023

We are a long-standing partner of Shin Software, thanks to which we will present three innovative projects during the upcoming Milan Design Week, with the help […] The post SHOWin3D: an outstanding interactive 3D application, totally codeless appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 13, 2023

Australian luggage brand July has opened a flagship store in Melbourne’s QV Centre. Designed by architect Ewert Leaf and builders Trust Projects – who created the famous pastry brand Lune Croissanterie stores – the flagship references “the golden era of travel”. The store stocks the brand’s colourful, functional range of luggage and bags along with travel accessories and offers personalisation design service in-store.

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Retail Times

APRIL 13, 2023

Ahead of the King’s Coronation on 6th May, Tesco has unveiled a new range of food and homeware to help the nation celebrate like royalty – whether they’re marking the historic occasion, or simply getting together with friends and family to make the most of the long weekend.

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APRIL 11, 2023

Now open at Harrods in London, Prada Caffè invites guests to immerse themselves in an extraordinary design experience that embodies the essence of the iconic brand. This carefully curated space offers visitors an opportunity to engage with Prada’s distinctive world view, with every detail – from the atmosphere and decor to the menu and tableware – echoing the brand’s unique approach and style.

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Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.

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