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Latitude Group says customer information stolen in cyber attack

Inside Retail

Australian digital payments and lending firm Latitude Group Holdings Ltd said on Thursday that a hacker had stolen personal information held by two service providers through employee login credentials. About 103,000 identification documents, more than 97 per cent of which are copies of drivers’ licences, were stolen from the first service provider, while about 225,000 customer records were stolen from the second service provider.

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The Top 4 Challenges of Managing Large Projects

Retail Focus

Managing a project is like solving a complex puzzle; you need to keep an eye on each moving piece and ensure everything works as it should. Project managers should also manage various resources and ensure the product is of the required quality, within budget, and delivered before the deadline. When doing all this, project managers encounter several challenges , which are amplified in larger projects with much more to think about and handle.

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Flinders + Co to open first retail store – in South Melbourne

Inside Retail

Family-owned meat brand, Flinders + Co, will open its first retail concept store this month in Stall 13 at South Melbourne Market. The brand’s founder David Madden will be in charge of running the new retail store, which will provide a line of kid-friendly meat products that are gluten, salt, and preservative-free and contain more than 30 per cent veggies.

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4 Tips for Buying a Home When You Run Your Own Retail Business

Retail Focus

Operating a retail business comes with its complications, and you might be so rushed off your feet that the idea of applying for a mortgage to buy your own home seems like it’s impossible at the moment. If you do decide to take this step, then there are a few unique things to consider as a business owner. Let’s go through the main aspects worth knowing about so you can move forward with confidence.

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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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“A great deal of support”: NZ retail community steps up after cyclone

Inside Retail

A number of New Zealand businesses and retailers have launched drives and initiatives in order to support other businesses and communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. The devastation wrought by the significant weather event is set to cost the local economy billions of dollars , while a Retail New Zealand survey forecasted on 24 February that sales for businesses in affected areas were down by 20-30 per cent, with costs for those hardest hit up to $150,000.

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The Wizards Magic Chocolate Easter Egg has landed in Aldi

Retail Times

York-based chocolate brand, The Wizards Magic has launched its sustainable, functional Magic Egg into Aldi. Aldi showcases one of the brands most popular range: 0% SUGAR, but in an Easter Egg form. This incredible sugar-free chocolate is ideal for anyone who cannot consume sugar or for those who like to their figure.

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Signage Design Ideas for Small Restaurants

Mindful Design

Whether used indoors or outdoors, your signage is your chance to attract attention and express who you are at a glance. The challenge in designing the signage for your restaurant, bar, dessert shop or cafe lies in its very simplicity: While it has to be eye-catching and self-explanatory, it must remain uncomplicated and memorable. It […] The post Signage Design Ideas for Small Restaurants appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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How to boost your competitive edge with an omnichannel retail strategy

Inside Retail

Executing an omnichannel strategy is vital for gaining that competitive edge. Today, with the drastic changes in shopping behaviour, having an omnichannel plan is critical for bottom-line success. While in-store shopping was once the only way to make a purchase, consumers have become accustomed to shopping online, from their laptops, and from their phones.

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2K Offices by ACDF Architecture

Retail Design Blog

The Montreal office for 2K takes inspiration from mid-century residential architecture, with a monochrome color scheme, contrasting areas for focused.

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“A great deal of support”: NZ retail community steps up after cyclone

Inside Retail

A number of New Zealand businesses and retailers have launched drives and initiatives in order to support other businesses and communities affected by Cyclone Gabrielle. The devastation wrought by the significant weather event is set to cost the local economy billions of dollars , while a Retail New Zealand survey forecasted on 24 February that sales for businesses in affected areas were down by 20-30 per cent, with costs for those hardest hit up to $150,000.

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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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Official 2024 Dates for the Topeka Farm Show  

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

TOPEKA, KS – The Topeka Farm Show is returning at the Stormont Vail Events Center in Topeka, Kansas for their 34 th annual edition. The official 2024 dates for the Topeka Farm Show are January 9 th – 11 th , 2024. The Topeka Farm Show has been a gathering place for farmers, ranchers, and industry professionals for over three decades under one roof.

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Three senior retail leaders weigh in on the state of supply chains in 2023

Inside Retail

Since the onset of the pandemic, retail supply chains have been under constant pressure. The strict lockdowns in China started a domino effect that quickly engulfed global supply chains, leading to disruptions and inefficiencies across the board. Looking back, the pandemic highlighted the importance of having robust and flexible supply chains, and retailers have been forced to rethink their supply chain strategies and invest in new technologies to be dynamic, nimble and agile to evolving market

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Dynamic Yield launches Element, bringing the power of Mastercard to personalisation

Retail Times

Dynamic Yield, a Mastercard company, today unveiled Element, an exclusive suite of Mastercard applications and extensions integrated into Dynamic Yield’s Experience OS. As consumer demand for personalisation continues to grow, brands must differentiate their approach to providing relevant experiences at scale.

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TikTok drives queues at Melbourne’s first DIY Acai bar

Inside Retail

New foodie hotspot Blitz Bar, the first DIY acai bar in Melbourne, has opened its doors to welcome its customers. The space, featuring 60 seats and a courtyard in the centre of Malvern, provides customers with a customisable smoothie bar, as well as a menu full of raw health foods, delectable coffee, and wholesome refreshments. Customers can create their bowls with more than 20 toppings including cut fruits, mulberries, cacao nibs, goji berries, chia seeds, slivered almonds, and buckinis.

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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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Business Gateway helps put Shetland rug maker on the map

Retail Times

A Shetland-based sheep fleece rug maker has increased her sales, after receiving support from DigitalBoost, Scotland’s national digital upskilling programme, delivered by Business Gateway.

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KITH store

Retail Design Blog

There’s no doubt that Miami always had all the ingredients to be a global lifestyle hub, but the arrival of.

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Majestic increases alternative labels to ensure weddings can stay within budget in 2023

Retail Times

Majestic Wine, the UK’s leading wine specialist, has re-launched its wedding package with new features, aimed at further supporting newly-engaged couples in their wedding planning process.

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Winner Project by HOHOHO Creative Group

Retail Design Blog

Samsung organized a remarkable event to introduce Galaxy Fold. Galaxy Fold brought about unprecedented innovation. Instead of having an unpacked.

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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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SRSLY introduces low carb Not Cross Buns for Easter

Retail Times

With Easter just over the next hill, this is the time of year where grills and toasters are primed to receive their next batch of gloriously soft and fruited Hot Cross Buns that can be loaded with butter jam or whatever other joys can be found down the spreads aisle.

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People Over Product: How Community is Transforming Retail

Form Room

The future of retail isn’t just about what you buy, but who you connect with, and where you feel at home (or would like to).

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Accolade Wines’ popular wine brand Mud House launches newest variant Mud House France,

Retail Times

Popular wine brand Mud House is launching newest variant Mud House France, a dry and aromatic Sauvignon Blanc. The launch of Mud House France aims to grow the French Sauvignon Blanc category and encourage millennial consumers to be adventurous and explore old world wines, adding to their repertoire alongside New Zealand and Chile.

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M+MS Bar by Studio GIMGEOSIL

Retail Design Blog

As we know, cork is mainly used to close bottles of wine or whisky. Due to its elasticity and water.

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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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Co-op rolls out robot deliveries in Greater Manchester

Retail Times

Robots are heading to the streets of Greater Manchester from today as Starship Technologies partners with Trafford Council and the Co-op to bring autonomous grocery deliveries to residents across Sale.

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“This can’t just be women’s work”: Amazon Australia boss Janet Menzies

Inside Retail

Inside Retail : You have a long track record of working to create equal opportunities for women in business, from co-founding networking organisation Head Over Heels to serving as chair of the Champions of Change Coalition. What have you learned about the progress that businesses have made towards reaching gender equality over the past 10-15 years, but also the challenges that remain?

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Wickes launches new kitchen design service

Retail Times

Wickes has launched a brand-new, free of charge, design service aimed at supporting customers purchasing its Wickes Lifestyle Kitchens range. The home improvement retailer’s new design service aims to be accessible for all, with a choice of face to face or video call appointments.

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The Powerful Impact Of Mood-boosting Office Designs

All Work

In the U.S. a staggering 400 million work days are lost each year as a consequence of employees experiencing mental health problems. Office designs that incorporate wellbeing elements will not only raise morale but also save companies lost earnings due to absenteeism. With mental health issues on the rise globally, failure to prioritize employee wellbeing within office design is not only unethical, but it is also a huge risk to the profitability of a company.

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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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Promise of 10x accelerated workflows as Scandit launches Scandit express

Retail Times

Retail staff/frontline logistics workers/ are under significant pressure: with increased role scope to serve omnichannel strategies, increased pressure from customers and battling through labour shortages. (In the UK, the sector has lost 15,000 workers this year alone). To navigate these challenges, effective store operations technology/logistics operations technology is essential.

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Critizr changes name to Goodays

Retail Times

Critizr, the specialist in customer satisfaction and experience management for commerce, has announced that it is changing its name to Goodays. The new identity reflects its mission to bring the employees of a company together around a common objective: to satisfy customers.

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illy announced as one of the world’s most ethical companies for the 11th year in a row

Retail Times

illycaffè, a global leader in sustainable high-quality coffee, has been recognized by Ethisphere, a global leader in defining and advancing the standards of ethical business practices, as one of the 2023 World’s Most Ethical Companies. illycaffè has been recognized for eleven consecutive years and is still the only Italian company being honored this year.

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Premium Californian burger brand, ‘Carl’s Jr.’ to enter UK market via Christie & Co

Retail Times

Internationally renowned, premium Californian burger brand, Carl’s Jr.® has exclusively instructed specialist business property adviser, Christie & Co to support its launch into the UK market. The new partnership will see Christie & Co seek out several franchise partners to roll out the top quick service restaurant (QSR) brand nationally. This follows Carl’s Jr.

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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.