Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2022

Andre Reich, CEO at The Reject Shop, has stepped down with immediate effect. He left the role yesterday having determined the “fix phase” of his strategy to turn the business around was complete. Chairman Steven Fisher said “everyone at The Reject Shop wishes Andre well in his future endeavours”. “We

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 23, 2023

Jim Berndelis: My first role at Officeworks was on the shop floor at Maribyrnong, Melbourne while I was studying at university in 1995. As I’ve progressed in my career, I’ve spent more time focusing on strategy, team culture and supporting our people rather than the ‘doing’. Inside Retail: Tell me about your career journey.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 1, 2023

Retailers faced with rising delivery costs driven by shippers can implement several strategies to mitigate the problem, said Pope. link] “One is a multi-carrier strategy. Another strategy, she says, is to automate fulfilment. That sustainability mindset provides an opportunity for retailers to engage with Gens Y and Z, she said.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 10, 2021

The group has successfully enabled customers to shop seamlessly either online or in-store during the Covid-19 health crisis. The post Premier Retail sets record guidance as Covid strategies pay off appeared first on Inside Retail. Currently, most of the group’s stores have resumed trading across most markets. .

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Creative Displays Now

OCTOBER 11, 2023

So, what is seasonal merchandise, and how can you execute a seasonality strategy effectively? In this guide, we’ve outlined all you need to know about what seasonal merchandise is and five seasonal merchandising strategies you can implement for retail success. Balance those trends with originality.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 13, 2023

How does music support these brands, and what subconscious effect is this having on our shopping behaviour? We can control many of the factors that encourage us to spend impulsively , such as avoiding shopping in the evening, socially, or under time pressure. Christmas music in shops Music has long been used to influence our spending.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 4, 2024

Removing friction from the checkout process and personalising the experience were some of the strategies for delivering results. Removing friction across the customer journey Once QBD Books had turned its attention to streamlining the shopping experience, the checkout came into sharper focus.

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Inside Retail

SEPTEMBER 20, 2021

Although many retail locations have reopened for in-person shopping, at least for periods of time between lockdowns, experts believe that the emerging preference toward e-commerce retail solutions, especially hybrid solutions like click and collect, is here to stay. The post Will curbside retail be a viable strategy post-Covid?

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Retail Focus

APRIL 4, 2024

Expert Manager at Univers Retail | Ephemeral Retailing Specialist | Published Author | Speaker In the dynamic and ever-evolving landscape of contemporary business, the concept of digital transformation has emerged as a pivotal force shaping industries and strategies at an unprecedented pace.

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Creative Displays Now

MARCH 4, 2024

Whether you’re an experienced product developer or new to the retail industry, you must know strategies for introducing customers to your products and continuing to grow revenue. In most cases, consumer product manufacturers use a combination of online and offline marketing strategies to reach as many customers as possible.

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Inside Retail

MAY 23, 2024

As the end of the financial year approaches, Australian retailers are adapting their strategies to meet the evolving expectations of modern consumers. Today, customers aren’t choosing between shopping online or in-store; 75 per cent of consumers rely on both physical and digital touchpoints throughout their buying journey.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 4, 2024

As the driving force behind a new era of hyper-personalisation, efficiency and sustainable retail experiences, its impact on the way we shop cannot be understated. So as more and more retailers integrate the benefits of AI into their growth strategy, what will be next for this transformative technology?

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Inside Retail

APRIL 30, 2024

In an exclusive interview, J Michael Prince, president and CEO of USPA Global, told Inside Retail about the pivotal strategies that have fueled the brand’s success. “We The venue spans 160 acres, encompassing multiple grass polo fields, fine dining, tennis courts, stadium seating, a swimming pool and the NPC retail shop.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 5, 2024

It requires a delicate balance between preserving the traditional allure of luxury retail and embracing the opportunities presented by digital technology. To effectively manage this transition , several key strategies should be considered: Integrate, Don’t Replace : The key is to use technology as an enhancer, not a replacement.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 5, 2023

Corr is the founder and principal of Retail Network Strategies which is redefining the approach to developing retail store networks, by working with landlords and store owners to develop a collaborative approach to lease negotiations aiming to put the consumer first, to the benefit of all parties.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 19, 2024

Making the whole international shopping experience seamless is a journey that takes time, so don’t expect everything to be perfect right away,” she continues. Even better, she says, look at ways to integrate another shopping experience if customers want to exchange goods, by offering incentives for additional orders.

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Inside Retail

MAY 8, 2024

I was a consultant at PwC in London before that, which gave me a strong foundation in how to approach business and strategy, but ultimately my short tenure there also made it clear to me that building my own thing was the way I needed to take my career. GG: We increasingly see consumers looking to be more conscious in how they shop.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 8, 2024

The rise of the shopping mall and cookie-cutter chain stores in the 90s and 2000s played a part in disengaging us from our local communities. As many of us work from home some of the time, our high streets and neighbourhood shops matter again. Simply put, we’ve lost our town centres, our meeting points, our sense of community.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 10, 2022

With marketplaces serving as “digital malls”, shopping inspiration coming from social media content and curated experiences in high demand, brands are trying to succeed on several fronts at once. . Building a winning strategy through product catalogue selection, pricing, inventory management and great customer service.

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Greater Group

JULY 27, 2023

A company must connect its design vision with its commercial fitout strategy to be able to communicate it effectively to its fitout provider, and ultimately, complete a fitout best equipped to achieve its business goals. These images do not have to be of fitouts nor related to the industry.

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Inside Retail

MAY 18, 2021

Former design lead at Scentre Group, Reid Nakou, has joined the team at independent retail strategy agency, The General Store, taking on the role of head of retail and design. He also worked on Westfield Chermside, which was shortlisted for Best Shopping Centre in the World at the 2018 World Architecture Festival.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 28, 2022

Reject Shop CEO quits, interim chief named. Andre Reich, CEO at The Reject Shop, has stepped down with immediate effect. He left the role earlier this week, having determined the “fix phase” of his strategy to turn the business around was complete. Amy Eshuys has taken on the role of COO effective tomorrow.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 3, 2023

More than just shops The unique backstory to this initiative is the 4,000-strong network of Australia Post stores. Of course, these Post sites are much more than just shops. Customer-first approach Given the chance to review the strategy, the Australia Post team has flipped the focus.

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Inside Retail

FEBRUARY 25, 2024

These acquisitions reflect the group’s strategy for building a geographically balanced brand portfolio of premium beauty and fragrance brands. Dr Vranjes Firenze was founded by Dr Paolo Vranjes in 1983 from a small shop in the heart of Florence. Who is Dr Vranjes Firenze?

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Retail Focus

JUNE 17, 2022

Sybarite distilled the essence of Theory into a cohesive design language centred around timelessness, construction, balance, and openness. As such, the shop is navigated through a series of shoppable layers that are continually uncovered as the customer moves around the environment.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Williams has endeavoured to create a warm and inviting shopping experience for customers. Ralph Lauren, Victoria High-end fashion brand Ralph Lauren has recently unveiled its latest offering – a Polo Ralph Lauren store in Melbourne’s Highpoint Shopping Centre. This is in service of creating a calmer shopping experience.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 12, 2023

Therefore, they should be looking at implementing strategies to ensure sustainability. Premium brands maintain a balance between product quality and price, making them accessible to a broader consumer base compared to luxury brands. Both types of brands face difficulties in the retail environment.

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Inside Retail

AUGUST 15, 2022

Black Friday is one of the year’s most hotly-anticipated shopping events. From a day that began in the US as a post-holiday shopping opportunity to a global weekend-long omnichannel experience leading into the end-of-year holidays. As a savvy marketer, you know that Black Friday success is driven long before the shopping begins.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 8, 2024

Owners, boards and management teams too often struggle to step back to look at the bigger picture of what is going on and remain stuck in the day-to-day business operations, or remain attached to a strategy that isn’t working. Often the best ideas (and the easiest to execute) come from the shop floor. You just don’t know until you ask.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 22, 2023

Alpha, Asics, Ascent, New Balance have all partnered well, and we’re seeing strong market and consumer demand for Hoka,” Taunton said. He added that Officeworks are continuing to innovate in its product range, while prioritising value, to help parents save on their back-to-school shop.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 5, 2023

In a move that promises to redefine the online grocery shopping landscape in Singapore, Foodpanda has teamed up with DFI Retail Group to bring consumers a one-of-a-kind shopping experience that is fast, fresh, and fuss-free. Customer experience Man hopes that the collaboration will boost customer retention and loyalty.

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Retail Focus

AUGUST 3, 2021

To keep pace with the challenging retail environment and shoppers’ ever-changing behaviours, retailers are turning to science-driven and AI pricing and promotional strategies to not only help them navigate these rough, unpredictable waters, but to thrive. Price Strategies at the Product Group or Item Level, Especially for Private Label.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 12, 2023

For many retailers, the months of November and December make up a large chunk of their annual sales, with customers out shopping in droves ahead of the Christmas season. For Levine, retailers can bring customers in by ensuring that the shopping process is as easy as possible. “We

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 29, 2024

While this might lead to a spike in short-term sales, it’s a strategy that can erode long-term profitability and dilute brand value. Here, the focus is on achieving balanced growth, anchoring strategies in long-term value creation through strategic pricing, effective customer relationship management, and a thorough grasp of unit economics.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2024

In response to changing shopping behaviours influenced by the pandemic, the brand invested in digital capabilities, leveraging artificial intelligence and automation to offer personalised recommendations to online shoppers. “For Moreover, she said they had to be authentic to ensure high engagement rates.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 12, 2022

Sydney-based non-alcoholic bottle shop Sans Drinks believes the market is getting big enough to support an entire chain of alternative bottle shops. That education helps customers to have the perfect balance of ingredients to make the best drink.

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Retail Focus

SEPTEMBER 26, 2023

Luxe Dressing, the only luxury consignment shopping experience in Mayfair and the West End, recently started welcoming shoppers at 4 Conduit Street. This latest announcement marks another step in our long-term strategy to keep the West End exciting, welcoming, accessible and inclusive.”

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