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giant set of chairs and table shelters nikken sekkie’s mixed-use ‘sweets bank’ in japan

Design Boom

the facility creates a curious new monument for both the city and brand. The post giant set of chairs and table shelters nikken sekkie’s mixed-use ‘sweets bank’ in japan appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Fashion recommerce on the rise – Afterpay report

Inside Retail

Australian shoppers are increasingly buying and selling second-hand clothing items and want more sustainable, gender-diverse and inclusive brands, according to a new report by Afterpay. The rise of recommerce – the selling of previously owned products – is evident with 67 per cent of respondents saying they had bought or sold second-hand clothing items.

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metallic meets vibrant blue inside modes milan’s store design by gonzalez haase AAS

Design Boom

the design creates a transit space between store and city. The post metallic meets vibrant blue inside modes milan’s store design by gonzalez haase AAS appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Mathers parent snaps up Bobux from receivership

Inside Retail

Australian company Munro Footwear Group (MFG) has rescued New Zealand kids’ shoe company Bobux International from receivership. MFG owns and sells brands including Mountfords, Midas, Mollini, Mathers, Williams, Cinori, Ziera, Colorado and Diana Ferrari. It operates more than 290 stores in Australia and employs 2500 staff. In a LinkedIn announcement, Bobux International said MFG has a “shared passion for a customer-centric approach” which aligned well with the brand.

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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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Sprinter launches its most ambitious project, a megastore where shopping is a total experience

Retail Focus

Sprinter, the multi-brand sports retailer, opens its most ambitious store to date in Parque Comercial Alcora Plaza de Alcorcón, in Madrid. A great location, which see the launch of a new store format and concept focussed more on experiences, where the consumer will be able to try the products and have the advice of specialists to find the best products for their needs.

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Ikea Australia trials electric delivery tuk-tuks in Sydney

Inside Retail

Ikea Australia is trialling making customer deliveries in metro areas by two electric tuk-tuks as it looks for ways to reach zero emissions company-wide. The two electric tuk-tuks, both powered by 9kWh swappable batteries, will deliver parcels within a 10km radius of Ikea Tempe until August 16. Tiffany Mosura-Lesnock, manager for Ikea Tempe, said electric vehicles are “shaping the future of delivery” around the globe.

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Stylerunner GM Ryan Edelmuth leaves Accent Group to head startup

Inside Retail

Activewear brand Stylerunner’s GM Ryan Edelmuth has stepped back from the business to lead high chair startup, Catchy. Founded in 2012, Stylerunner is a multi-brand retailer that sells luxe and premium activewear from global and emerging brands and is owned by the Accent Group. In a LinkedIn post, Edelmuth described his time with Stylerunner as a “career highlight” and added: “After an incredible nine years at Accent Group, last week was my final week.” He said the highlight of his time wi

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UK ranks second in G7 economies for economic impact of entrepreneurship, Shopify Entrepreneurship Index shows

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UK is fourth in the world and second out of the G7 economies, in a new ranking of the impact of entrepreneurs on their overall economy from Shopify. UK entrepreneurs in Shopify’s ecosystem generated £28.8 billion worth of business activity in 2022 and contributed £14.3 billion in GDP impact.

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From sky high to ruffled feathers – behind Allbirds’ struggle to diversify

Inside Retail

Global footwear retailer Allbirds has continued to struggle since going public in 2021, with sales slowing and financial losses widening. But does this financial performance signify a shift in consumer preferences, or is it primarily due to a series of decisions made by the company? The certified B-Corp brand – which specialises in woollen shoes, and designed what was dubbed the world’s first zero-carbon shoe – recently announced a net loss of over US$35 million for the first quarter of 2023, up

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Retail revolution: new Klarna data reveals next generation of shoppers ready for AI, AR and robots

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New data released today by Klarna, the global payments and shopping service, reveals how retailers will need to adapt their offering to win shoppers in the future. With recent advancements in technology, AI, AR and robots are likely to dominate the in-store and online landscape with shopping services like Klarna already integrating AI personalisation int

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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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Best & Less reports ‘inconsistent’ trading, revises profit expectations

Inside Retail

Discount apparel retailer Best & Less Group (BLG) says trading conditions were “inconsistent” through the March and April months of the second half year. In a trading update for the 19 weeks to May 14, sales were up 1.8 per cent to $221.9 million when compared to the previous corresponding period. Like-for-like sales were down 1.4 per cent while online sales fell 18.2 per cent.

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VERTO Air Purification Tower by Studio Symbiosis

Retail Design Blog

VERTO is a 360-degree multi-directional air purification system. The name VERTO is derived from the word “turn” The tower rotates.

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Victoria’s Secret steps into Queensland, opens at Pacific Fair

Inside Retail

Victoria’s Secret is to expand its Australian reach by opening its first full-service store in Pacific Fair, at Broadbeach, Queensland. Pacific Fair The US brand says the new store offers designs that provide customers with a one-of-a-kind shopping experience. The store will feature an open concept with streamlined navigation and an improved fitting-room experience.

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Tetra Pak Offices by tp bennett

Retail Design Blog

tp bennett embraced the natural light and playful spirit at the Tetra Pak offices in Tokyo, Japan. The scheme offers.

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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.

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Why it’s time to unpack the complex world of ‘green’ packaging

Inside Retail

As today’s customers demand more sustainability, retailers are re-examining the impact of their packaging decisions, in order to remain both competitive and cost efficient. Globally, retailers are prioritising a fundamental re-think of their delivery chains, coming up with new ways to address the waste challenge. Packaging matters to customers (a lot) Today, customers want to receive their goods in sustainable packaging (namely without plastic) with 73 per cent reporting they intend to cha

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Encoded Craft by Tamara Anna Efrat

Retail Design Blog

A fusion of tradition and the technology, Encoded Craft by Tamara Anna Efrat examines how handmade embroidery, once algorithmically encoded.

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Target US aims to simplify returns. Here’s why that’s easier said than done

Inside Retail

Target US is making shopping easier for customers with the option to make product returns right from their cars at no extra cost. This is one of the latest enhancements to the retailer’s popular ‘Drive Up’ service. The new returns service is already available at over 500 stores across the US and is expected to reach all 2000 Target locations in the next few months.

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Code Mood by Gamal Assy

Retail Design Blog

“A new design project for Code Mood, a premium coffee roastery based in KSA, tasked me with creating a packaging.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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“I hate rules”: How designer Mariam Seddiq is disrupting high-end fashion

Inside Retail

Since launching her label in 2015, Australian designer Mariam Seddiq has forged her own path in the fashion industry, embracing diversity and gaining acclaim for her colourful and architectural garments. Ahead of her runway show at this year’s Afterpay Australian Fashion Week, we spoke with Seddiq about her creative process and what’s next for her business.

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Reasons Why Employee Uniforms Are Important In Retail Industry

RetailMinded

Nearly 10 million people throughout the United States work in retail. If you own a retail business and want to support your employees, provide them with high-quality uniforms. The proper uniform promotes teamwork and helps you and your employees present a united front. Some other important reasons to invest in retail employee uniforms are discussed below, along with tips on how to choose the best uniforms for your team.

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Red Rooster, Cold Rock stores charged with child labour law breaches

Inside Retail

Victoria’s wage watchdog has levelled hundreds of new charges against franchises accused of breaching child labour laws, just weeks before the state overhauls its permit system. On Monday, ABC‘s 7.30 reported Wage Inspectorate Victoria is pressing 355 criminal charges against the Red Rooster Wodonga franchise, whose proprietors are accused of employing 10 children under the age of 15, without the relevant permit, on 168 occasions.

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5 Reasons Why Online Business Is Better

RetailMinded

Online business is any commercial activity that is conducted online. This can include anything from e-commerce sites to social media platforms. Entrepreneurs are constantly seeking new opportunities. However, many become money-suckers due to high overhead and slow scalability. This article will discuss several reasons why an online business is better.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

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Missing or damaged online deliveries cost $224.3 million, research reveals

Inside Retail

Research has found that nearly a third of Australian consumers have had a parcel stolen, lost or damaged in a 12-month period – including instances of doorstep parcel theft. Research by Australian fintech company Ship-Safely found that about 82 per cent of Australians made an online purchase last year spending up to $63.8 billion. Between May 2021 and April last year, $224.3 million worth of goods went missing or were damaged with the problem worst in Adelaide, followed by Sydney, Brisbane and M

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JD is Official Sports Fashion Retail Partner of Longitude Festival

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! JD, the leading retailer for youth fashion and sportswear brands, will be providing the festival vibes in Dublin this July as the King of Trainers becomes Official Sports Fashion Retail Partner of Longitude Festival.

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Coding Simplified with Development as a Service

Global Shop

As a 21 st century manufacturer, technology is a crucial part of your operations. To be without the latest tech can leave you behind the pack. However technology isn’t always plug and play – having an expert at the ready to help you tailor and customize your ERP software can help you get it just right for the way you manufacture. An all-encompassing solution, Development as a Service (DaaS) simplifies the custom coding process by providing manufacturers with direct access to top experts in softw

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Kingsland Drinks’ Mix Up grows range and expands retail footprint

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Mix Up – Kingsland Drinks Group’s range of RTD premium spirit-based pre-mixed drinks – will be stocked in selected Morrison’s stores nationwide and Tesco stores in the UK and ROI this summer, as it builds on its UK retail footprint.

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How Personalized Customer Experiences Drive Retail Growth and Revenue

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio

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Nine-Figure Verdicts: What is BIPA and Why You Should Care

Hunton Andrews Kurth

In 2008, Illinois enacted the Biometric Information Privacy Act (BIPA) to protect individuals’ privacy rights in their biometric information, including retina or iris scans, fingerprint, voiceprint, hand scans, facial geometry, DNA and other unique, identifying biological information. Companies are now paying hundreds of millions of dollars to settle employee and consumer suits for BIPA violations.

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Beyond Meat launches plant-based ready meals in Tesco

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Beyond Meat, Inc., a leader in plant-based meat, is launching a delicious range of plant-based frozen ready meals in the UK, just in time for National Vegetarian Week (15th – 21st May). Offering a satisfying plant-based spin on classic comfort foods, the new Beyond Meals come in three different varieties: Spaghetti Bolognese; Keema Curry & [

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How to Deal with Excess Product Inventory

Retail Bound

Are you stuck with excess product inventory? If so, you’re not alone. Many retailers and manufacturers suffer from excess inventory, which can tie up valuable resources and lead to lost sales. In order to get rid of excess product inventory, businesses need to take action. Here are a few tips for getting rid of excess product inventory: – Offer special discounts or promotions on excess inventory items. – Sell excess inventory through online auction sites or liquidation companie

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Selfridges debuts ‘The Stock Market at the Corner Shop’ in collaboration with The Handbag Clinic, SOJO, SneakersER and Vintage Threads

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Selfridges launches The Stock Market at the Corner Shop, a month-long circular experience where customers can uncover the value of what they already own, exchange items for Selfridges credit and restore or upcycle clothing and accessories.

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Planning the Architecture of Your Modular DXP

Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.