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US retailers’ members-only programs under scrutiny with Amazon lawsuit

Inside Retail

Amazon.com isn’t the only US retailer accused of using deceptive tactics to sell memberships to shoppers. From big-box chains Walmart and Best Buy to specialty retailers like Savage X Fenty and Adore Me, retailers’ subscription programs are facing growing scrutiny. The retailer reached a $2.35

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The story behind Australia’s first online homewares supercentre

Inside Retail

Gremos – who founded and was previously the CEO of the Decorug retail group – told Inside Retail that Homemakercentral enables traditional stores to compete against pure-play e-commerce vendors , while also providing consumers with a one-stop-shop to browse, compare and shop. For us the equation is very simple,” he said. “To

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So you think it’s time for a digital transformation. Read this first

Inside Retail

So, how can traditional retailers take advantage of the opportunities online, stay relevant to their customers, and embrace an omnichannel sales approach? If you’re looking at venturing into the direct-to-consumer world of digital sales, here are five common challenges to consider, to help you be strategic about your move online.

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How Malaysian department store Pavilion is connecting with customers

Inside Retail

The retail industry in Malaysia has struggled during Covid, but shopping centre Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur has continued to find a way to reach consumers. Here, we chat with CEO of retail, Dato’ Joyce Yap, about the future of malls and how sector have evolved in the past year.

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From Cobblestones to Cyberspace: VMSD Celebrates Its 125th Year of Service to the Retail Industry

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Consumers wanted berry spoons, mustard spoons, sugar spoons, and soup spoons in ever increasing variety.”. Right, Left: An advertisement for decor references the return of American soldiers from WWI (left). A walk down any retail corridor was akin to a walk through a crystal wonderland; window displays were ubiquitous.