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ACCC allows talks among retailers, others over cash transit plight

Inside Retail

The ACCC has authorised – with conditions – that retailers, the Australian Banking Association (ABA), the Customer Owned Banking Association, banks and other industry participants can participate in talks over the distribution of cash in the country. The move came after Armaguard – a major supplier of cash-in-transit services – expressed its concerns about its operational future in the industry, given the declining use of cash.

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CUN design transforms 70s textile warehouse into clothing brand headquarters in beijing

Design Boom

CUN design incorporates two white architectural volumes to the rosemoo headquarters design, preserving the original brick architecture of the warehouse. The post CUN design transforms 70s textile warehouse into clothing brand headquarters in beijing appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Merchandise strategy pays off for Reject Shop

Inside Retail

The Reject Shop says its new merchandise strategy is showing positive results. FY24 is the first full year the strategy has been “meaningfully” deployed and the discount retailer achieved annual comp-store sales growth of 2.7 per cent and overall sales growth of 4.2 per cent. During the second half, comparable store sales rose 3.3 per cent while total sales jumped 4.1 per cent, attributed to a continuation of the positive sales momentum from the first half.

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acne studios’ signature flamed pink granite envelops beijing sanlitun flagship store

Design Boom

the expansion realized by halleroed celebrates acne studios' signature brand colors, materials, and curated furnishings. The post acne studios’ signature flamed pink granite envelops beijing sanlitun flagship store appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

Speaker: David Nisbet, 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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Mango increases UK presence with a store in Angel Central

Retail Focus

CBRE Investment Management has announced Mango , one of Europe’s leading fashion brands, has opened at Angel Central , the retail and leisure destination located in the heart of Islington, as the brand continues to roll out its ambitious expansion plans. The leading retailer has opened a 3,200 sq ft unit on Angel Central’s ground floor, exclusively stocking Mango’s womenswear lines.

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Architecture Leaders Awards 2024: Winners Revealed

Design Middleeast

26 Winners and 9 Highly Commended were announced at the Architecture Leaders Awards 2024 The winners of the Architecture Leaders Awards 2024 were announced on May 22, 2024, at Habtoor Palace, LXR Hotels & Resorts. The event was organised by Design Middle East and BNC Publishing. It’s incredible to witness the Architecture Leaders Awards 2024 receive such a positive response from the industry, making it one of the most eagerly awaited events.

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Pandora GM talks Pamela Anderson and the brand’s foray into fashion

Inside Retail

Pandora is on a quest to be the world’s most desirable jewellery brand, not just the largest, but what’s fashion got to do with it? Earlier this month, 200 carats of Pandora lab-grown diamonds graced the decolletage of Pamela Anderson at the Met Gala. And its newest collection, Essence, debuted at the sold-out closing night runway at Australian Fashion Week (AFW), alongside on-site activations including a personalisation station.

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Entertainment Options to Keep You Energised on a Long Shopping Day

Retail Focus

Shopping can be an exhilarating experience, but even the most avid shopper needs a break after hours of walking and browsing through endless aisles of products. Whether you’re shopping alone, with friends, or with family, incorporating moments of relaxation and entertainment can transform a tiring shopping day into a delightful adventure. It’s not just about making purchases; it’s about enjoying the journey.

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Shicken Foods is first to market in plant-based meat, free from top 14 allergens

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Authentic Asian plant-based meals challenger, SHICKEN is launching a category-first plant-based meat recipe – free from top 14 allergens, using British ingredients. Made in the brand’s newly certified allergen-free site, in Kent, SHICKEN’s new next generation plant-based chicken has changed from a soy and wheat-based recipe to pea proteins, solely

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Meeting a Retail Buyer: How to Prepare and Ace It

Retail Bound

If you are looking to secure a contract with a retail buyer, there are a few musts everyone should follow. One of these key rules is to only contact a buyer if you are prepared. Buyers can’t stand when vendors have not prepared before a sales presentation – it wastes the time of the buyer, and the vendor misses out on an opportunity. In order to avoid the nasty scenario above and ensure that you are ready to meet with a potential buyer, be ready to answer any and every question about your produc

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

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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First Nations fashion design can be a powerful method of healing

Inside Retail

Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander readers are advised that this article contains names, images and stories of deceased people. Around the world, fashion researchers, designers and artists are exploring the links between clothing, adornment and wellbeing. “ Enclothed cognition ” considers the psychology of clothing, and designers are exploring how to create garments to heal the wearer.

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colorful roofed units compose TKCA architect’s sama square market village in kuala lumpur

Design Boom

tkca architect maximizes the ground plane to create a multi-layered experience of public plazas, markets, and retail spaces. The post colorful roofed units compose TKCA architect’s sama square market village in kuala lumpur appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Vida – “Pura Vida” Cocktail by Horus Academy

Retail Design Blog

Vida is a canned Cocktail product with an inclusive spirit, unique, modern and more accessible than traditional cocktails. There is.

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José Mourinho orders modesty and a team to coach on Uber Eats

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Uber Eats Portugal has just launched the ‘Get Almost Almost Anything’’ campaign, starring football coach José Mourinho, his daughter Matilde and other Portuguese celebrities. The campaign aims to test the limits of the app with unusual requests from these portuguese celebrities.

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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RODA and NextSpace form partnership for outdoor luxury furniture

Design Middleeast

RODA, the distinguished purveyor of outdoor furniture renowned for its refined functionality and impeccable design, proudly announces its strategic alliance with NextSpace, a leading representative of luxury outdoor furniture brands specializing in the Middle East and Africa regions. Nextspace is now officially the representative agency for RODA in the GCC.

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‘Speechless’: Aussie sportswoman Mary Fowler gets her own Barbie doll

Inside Retail

Barbie is celebrating Australian footballer Mary Fowler, alongside eight other athletes, for the fashion doll’s 65th anniversary. “When I saw myself as Barbie for the first time, it was crazy; I was honestly just a bit speechless. I never would have thought that I’d have a Barbie that looks just like me,” said Fowler. “Being a positive influence, and seeing young girls recreate my look has been so special, and to finally hold my doll and see her wear my bubble braid

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Four Creative Trade Show Booth Ideas For Your Retail Brand to Attract More Visitors

RetailMinded

A trade show is a competitive playground where multiple upcoming businesses are eyeing consumer attention. It presents an excellent opportunity for you to network and generate immediate leads. However, how do you attract visitors who are spoilt for choices in the event and probably have short attention spans? You need something that serves two purposes: it is relevant to the ecosystem and is eye-catching.

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AI and Robotics Ventures Offices by YAAF DESIGN

Retail Design Blog

YAAF DESIGN created a comfortable, collaborative office space for AI and Robotics Ventures in Bangkok emphasizing productivity, well-being, employee satisfaction,

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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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Retail sales fell 2.3% in April with clothing and furniture impacted by poor weather, ONS reports

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Retail sales volumes (quantity bought) fell by 2.3% in April 2024, following a fall of 0.2% in March 2024 (revised from 0.0%), the latest figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS) reveal. Sales volumes fell across most sectors, with clothing retailers, sports equipment, games and toys stores, and furniture stores doing badly as poor […]

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Plust: a new evolution of plastic rooted in years of experience

Design Wanted

“At the core of [the company], there is a family,” says Vittorio Moretti, the Sales and Marketing Director of Plust, which has since 2007 dedicated itself […] The post Plust: a new evolution of plastic rooted in years of experience appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Top Bunnings management depart in ‘reshaping’

Inside Retail

Four executives in Bunnings’ management team have departed the hardware chain in a move that was described as a “reshaping” rather than a restructure. Chief commercial officer Ben McIntosh, chief transformation officer Leah Balter, and GM of corporate affairs Maria McCarthy have exited the company. Jen Tucker, the director of merchandise, also decided to leave following a family bereavement.

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Polished Interiors transforms villas into personalized luxury

Design Middleeast

Polished Interiors is intensifying its efforts in customization to create a larger and more sustainable impact Polished Interiors, a leading interior design firm spearheaded by lead designer Maisa Saif, is revolutionizing the concept of builder’s grade villas by offering bespoke upgrades that elevate the standard of luxury living. Unlike conventional villa upgrades, the company delves deeper into customization for a bigger, more sustainable impact – focusing on key elements such as f

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Jetcraft Offices by Studio BV

Retail Design Blog

Studio BV designed a high-end, textured space in Wayzata for Jetcraft, featuring stone and metal accents, warm wood floors, tactile.

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How 4PL is guiding logistics companies through market uncertainties

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Like many other industries, logistics has faced major challenges in recent years, with traditional peak seasons disrupted by economic uncertainties and shifting consumer behaviours. As companies prepare for the upcoming summer peak, it’s important to understand the distinct nature of the current economic landscape and adapt logistics strategies according

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Not all store entrances are the same – Meet the UNIQLO Entrance Box

Design Wanted

What sets one store apart from another? What are the key factors, not only architecturally but also in terms of communication, that define street-level retail spaces? […] The post Not all store entrances are the same – Meet the UNIQLO Entrance Box appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Dion Lee placed in voluntary administration

Inside Retail

The Australian business of unisex fashion brand Dion Lee has been placed into voluntary administration, with the company’s financial status remaining undisclosed. The brand has appointed DVT Group as voluntary administrators for its Australian-based operations. Administrator Antony Resnick and his team are working to assess all options regarding the company’s US business.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

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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Drytac prepares for global showcase at drupa 2024

Drytac

A wide range of Drytac’s leading products will feature in product demonstrations on manufacturer’s stands throughout 2024. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce that several leading manufacturers will use its materials as part of live product demonstrations at drupa 2024.

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Triage Staffing Offices by LEO A DALY

Retail Design Blog

LEO A DALY transformed four abandoned floors into a vibrant, employee-focused office space for Triage Staffing in Omaha, reflecting the.

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John Lewis launches biggest multi-brand menswear rental platform on the UK high street

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! John Lewis has launched the biggest range of menswear brands available to rent on the high street with the likes of BOSS Tailoring, Charles Tyrwhitt and new brand Hay Life among others. This comes after the huge success of our womenswear rental platform launched in 2022.

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What type of services does a car design consultancy offer in 2024?

Design Wanted

I was recommended to meet one of the best in the field to gain insight into this multidisciplinary world, which operates on various design levels, both […] The post What type of services does a car design consultancy offer in 2024? appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

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.