The Retail Doctor
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail's dirty little secret? Most of our systems don’t talk to each other. For years, we’ve bolted on new tech in hopes it would create clarity. Instead, we ended up with disconnected software—each tool with its own data, interface, and logic. The warehouse couldn’t see labor needs. POS had no idea what was stuck in the receiving area. Scheduling was a guessing game.
Inside Retail
JUNE 9, 2025
Food, liquor and hardware retailer Metcash will merge its Independent Hardware Group and Total Tools Holdings to strengthen the brand’s hardware pillar. The merger will bring together Metcash’s hardware brands, including Mitre 10, Home Hardware and Total Tools. Metcash says the merger will result in the company having a single, leading, scaled hardware business serving home builders, professional tools and commercial trades, and the DIY home improvement sector.
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Retail Focus
JUNE 9, 2025
As UK consumers navigate ongoing cost-of-living pressures, affordability and convenience remain decisive factors in where and how they shop. According to new research conducted by Ipsos, online marketplace Temu is rapidly gaining favour among British shoppers — not just as a source of budget-friendly goods, but also as a platform driving creative and entrepreneurial activity.
Inside Retail
JUNE 9, 2025
In its second major collapse in less than a decade, Toys R Us Australia and New Zealand has once again handed itself over to administrators , marking the latest chapter in a cautionary tale of retail miscalculation. Once the go-to destination for generations of Australian children, the beloved toy brand has been suspended from the Australian Securities Exchange and is now searching for buyers under the stewardship of administrators from BDO.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail Focus
JUNE 9, 2025
Photographer: Jason Alden, www.jasonalden.com 0781 063 1642 Hammerson announces that Rita-Rose Gagné has informed the Board of her intention to step down and retire from her position as Chief Executive Officer of Hammerson in 2026. She will remain with the business for the next 12-months, bringing continuity while a successor is identified. This timeframe will also allow for a full handover and orderly transfer of her responsibilities.
Inside Retail
JUNE 9, 2025
Indonesia, where 17,000 islands stretch across three time zones and 300 languages, the idea of national retail dominance can seem like a logistical fantasy. Yet Alfamart, a chain many outsiders might casually categorise as a convenience store, has not only conquered this fragmented landscape, but is now redefining the very notion of what a “store” can be.
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Inside Retail
JUNE 9, 2025
More than two-thirds of Australians plan to shop during the end-of-financial-year sales period to optimise their saving due to rising living costs, according to PayPal Australia research. The survey revealed that during major sales events, more than three-quarters tend to shop with price awareness to avoid overspending, and most of them maximise best-price purchases by taking advantage of flash deals.
VMS
JUNE 9, 2025
Auntie Anne’s (Atlanta) has taken the wraps off new store design that invites guests to “twist up your day” with a fresh, brand experience, the company said in a news release. “The space is brought to life through eye-catching materials, signature blue accents and fresh textures — infused with unique design elements such as the “naturally knotty” wall graphic and the twisted mural design, evoking the visual of Auntie Anne’s iconic knotted and twisted pretzels,
Inside Retail
JUNE 9, 2025
Laura Youngson started Ida Sports in 2018 after identifying a gap in the market for soccer boots made for women. With an expanding partnership with a major US sport retailer and a pop-up opening in London this month, the brand is on the brink of broad awareness. Here, we speak with the founder about Ida Sports’ origin story, what’s next for the business and how it has been hurt by tariffs.
RetailMinded
JUNE 9, 2025
Running a retail business comes with its fair share of financial ups and downs. Whether you’re preparing for a busy holiday season, restocking inventory, renovating your storefront, or simply trying to stay afloat during slower months, the need for fast capital can arise at any time. In such situations, many retail business owners turn to what appears to be a quick and accessible solution: the Merchant Cash Advance, or MCA.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Scrube
JUNE 9, 2025
Learn how custom retail display cases can enhance your store's appeal and boost sales. Discover design tips, materials, and supplier insights in this complete guide.
Shopperations
JUNE 9, 2025
Do you struggle with actualization of your shopper marketing events? Many CPGs do. Here we dissect why and what you can do about it.
Retail Design Blog
JUNE 9, 2025
Subscribe to Retail Design blog premium account! Get an unrestricted access to all the blog and those extraodinary functions that can help your business grow in a continuously changing industry. Register & subscribe to a premium membership! Register Subscribe for 9.9 EUR/month Subscribe now Subscribe special price for 99 EUR/year Subscribe now About us Submit your story Advertise Contact Legal Search Map store design hotels & restaurants exhibit design office & healthcare furniture lig
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Dalton Park Outlet, the North East’s largest shopping destination, is set to enhance its dining offering with the launch of Cafebar eighteen38 this summer. The 4,000-square-foot eatery marks the brand’s first venture outside of Scotland, bringing an innovative culinary experience to the outlet’s thriving retail environment.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Design Middleeast
JUNE 9, 2025
At Index, Vishwa Kundariya at Clayark highlights evolving consumer preferences, product innovation, stakeholder engagement, and the brand’s strategic focus following a successful showing INDEX 2025: Vishwa Kundariya, Co-Founder, Clayark Since its inception in 1987, INDEX has been the Middle East and North Africa’s leading international interior design and fit-out exhibition.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! SCOOP, the UK’s leading fashion and lifestyle trade show, is set to broaden its beauty and fragrance curation for the Spring/Summer 26 edition. Taking place this July at Olympia National Kensington, the carefully curated edit responds to increasing retail demand for cross-category buying and presents a strategic opportunity for buyers to explore luxury,
Parcel Pending
JUNE 9, 2025
In times of geopolitical and economic uncertainty, many businesses take a closer look at how any changes might affect their budgets and bottom lines. In some cases, this can mean compromising on important initiatives, like investments in parcel management or first- and last-mile delivery strategies. At Parcel Pending by Quadient, we believe you shouldn’t have to choose between protecting your bottom line and advancing your business.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! IKEA is today announcing the further expansion of its presence in the UK with the upcoming opening of a new Plan and Order Point in Kingston Retail Park, Hull. This marks a significant milestone as IKEA establishes its first-ever presence in the city.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
Design Middleeast
JUNE 9, 2025
INDEX 2025: Shahed Sarsar, Specification & Marketing Assistant, Presto Since its inception in 1987, INDEX has been the Middle East and North Africa’s leading international interior design and fit-out exhibition. INDEX 2025 took place from 27th to 29th May at the Dubai World Trade Centre, drawing over 33,000 visitors across three co-located shows.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Global bag brand, Kipling is also partnering with Just Dance, the number one video game franchise of all time, for a playful and vibrant product collaboration launching 18th June. Featuring seven silhouettes, the Kipling x Just Dance Collection offers two distinct executions: a vibrant gradient print that captures the lively and fun personality of Just D
Design Middleeast
JUNE 9, 2025
At Index 2025, Milad Zein Eddiine at Al Huzaifa’s reveals details about the Signature Closet launch, INDEX showcase, and what’s next for the brand as it expands its footprint across the Middle East Index 2025: Milad Zein Eddiine, Al Huzaifa Design Studio Since its inception in 1987, INDEX has been the Middle East and North Africa’s leading international interior design and fit-out exhibition.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Premium British lifestyle brand, Crew Clothing has announced its return Belfast. Opening its doors on Thursday 19th June, the new 1000sqft space, in Victoria Square Shopping Centre, will be joining Crew’s extensive portfolio of high-street stores.
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Retail Design Blog
JUNE 9, 2025
Subscribe to Retail Design blog premium account! Get an unrestricted access to all the blog and those extraodinary functions that can help your business grow in a continuously changing industry. Register & subscribe to a premium membership! Register Subscribe for 9.9 EUR/month Subscribe now Subscribe special price for 99 EUR/year Subscribe now About us Submit your story Advertise Contact Legal Search Map store design hotels & restaurants exhibit design office & healthcare furniture lig
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! VoCoVo, the retail communications specialist, has today announced key changes to its leadership team. Beth Worrall has been appointed CEO, transitioning from her previous position as Co-CEO, while Rob Gamlin, Co-CEO and Founder, moves into a new role of Strategic Advisor.
Design Middleeast
JUNE 9, 2025
At Index 2025, Dhiraj N Lochani, Founder & CEO of DNL Group – Interiors, highlights new launch, insights from INDEX, and how the event has unlocked growth and partnership prospects INDEX 2025: Dhiraj N Lochani, Founder & CEO, DNL Group – Interiors Since its inception in 1987, INDEX has been the Middle East and North Africa’s leading international interior design and fit-out exhibition.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Snowdon Timber, one of the UK’s fastest growing online timber retailers, has overhauled its e-commerce operations by partnering with Linnworks, a leading global provider of multichannel inventory and order management software.
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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.
Retail Design Blog
JUNE 9, 2025
Subscribe to Retail Design blog premium account! Get an unrestricted access to all the blog and those extraodinary functions that can help your business grow in a continuously changing industry. Register & subscribe to a premium membership! Register Subscribe for 9.9 EUR/month Subscribe now Subscribe special price for 99 EUR/year Subscribe now About us Submit your story Advertise Contact Legal Search Map store design hotels & restaurants exhibit design office & healthcare furniture lig
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Scotland’s Cabinet Secretary for Rural Affairs, Land Reform and Islands, Mairi Gougeon, has paid tribute to the nation’s food and drink wholesalers, highlighting their continued contribution to Scotland’s economy and food system.
Design Wanted
JUNE 9, 2025
Rooted in the industrial heart of Vicenza and part of the renowned VECA S.p.A. group, LYXO has emerged as a […] The post Sculpting stories in sustainable outdoor design appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
JUNE 9, 2025
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Australian sleep and leisurewear brand Peter Alexander is launching its tennis-inspired collection on 9th June featuring playful silhouettes inspired by elements of the much-loved game including strawberries & cream-themed PJs, racket motifs, and tonal pastel colourways.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
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