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What retailers can learn from Starbucks’ accessible store design

Inside Retail

In the same statement, Tony Coelho, a former US congressman and the primary author and sponsor of the Americans with Disabilities Act, commented that the opening the new store built with inclusive design elements is “a big moment” in the effort to make retail spaces more accessible and inclusive. “We

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For Singapore’s Capitaland, the mall comes roaring back

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Improved sales flowing through to rents In recent years, with retail chains aggressively pruning their real-estate portfolios, sometimes withdrawing completely from national markets, it has become increasingly important for shopping-centre operators to ensure that they are not overly dependent on revenues from one or a small number of tenants.

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Parcel Pending by Quadient to Host Retail Trends Virtual Forum on April 15

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The two-hour online event, “Strategize Your Retail Delivery Experience for Tomorrow’s Success”, will feature insights from former North America executives of U.S. We encourage all those who work in the retail space to attend what is sure to be an engaging virtual forum.”. current retail logistics challenges. Eastern Time.

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Brick & Mortar Remains King: The Value of In-Store Experiences

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Clearly, the year 2020 was the year of e-tailing, e- shopping , and eCommerce with Digital Commerce 360 reporting that US “ retail chains will end the year with a collective 76.8% However, don’t write off brick and mortar retail stores yet. Brick and Mortar Retail Stores: A Place to Try, Touch, & Taste.

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Making Your Store A Welcoming Space

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If you place your best items front and center, there’s a good chance shoppers are going to pass them by as they make the brief transition to a new space. For this reason, you need to focus on creating a comfortable and inviting decompression zone that prepares consumers for an enjoyable shopping experience. Slow it Down.

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India set to revamp its retail landscape with policy overhaul

Inside Retail

Kirana stores, the neighbourhood convenience shops, are a distinctive feature of India’s retail landscape. These small-scale retailers are deeply embedded in local communities, offering personalised service, credit facilities, and familiarity with consumers’ preferences. For instance, about 2.16