Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

Australian app Gander has launched with the aim of combating food wastage among retailers – and saving money for grocery shoppers. Gander, describing itself as an Australian first, connects shoppers with reduced-price foods nearing their expiration dates, offering discounts and reducing food waste in supermarkets and grocery stores. Gander has teamed with Spano’s IGA and County Grocers to offer this sustainable solution in stores in Queensland and Victoria, making the chains the country

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Retail Focus

JULY 6, 2023

In the ever-evolving world of retail, personalisation has become a key driving force in enhancing customer experiences. As a retail journalist with two decades of experience, I’ve closely observed emerging trends in the UK’s retail sector. In this blog, we’ll explore the five new retail trends that are shaping the personalisation gift market in 2023.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

Armani Beauty has opened a flagship in China in the city of Hainan, following the December debut of the first one in Shenzhen. The 140sqm flagship store features a ‘conveyor belt’ called Red River, displaying cosmetic products from brands such as Power Fabric Foundation, Lip Maestro Satin, Lip Maestro, and Lip Power, as well as the brand’s fragrance collections including Acqua di Giò, Armani Code, Sì, and My Way.

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Retail Focus

JULY 6, 2023

Wearable electronic devices have become an integral aspect of daily life for most consumers. In particular, the smartwatch has been one of the most popular accessories of the last decade – and how its capabilities have skyrocketed from year to year. From the Apple Watch to Fitbit Sense, these technological marvels can perform a range of impressive tasks from monitoring heart rate to tracking your sleep pattern, all with a view to enhancing our lifestyle and helping us to reach our fitness goals.

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Speaker: Loreal Lynch, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

Following a $75 million cash injection from US investor Prysm to stave off “tight capital market conditions” and ensure a steady path to growth, pet care business Pet Circle is laser-focused on the growing pet wellness market. The last few years have seen an explosion in pet ownership, thanks in part to people spending more time at home during the Covid-19 pandemic, and seeking companionship from animals.

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Retail Focus

JULY 6, 2023

Staking in crypto presents a viable avenue for reaping passive gains through the act of securely immobilizing digital assets for a designated duration. The conditions and stipulations associated with staking hinge upon the specific nature of the cryptographic resource being employed as well as the chosen service provider. Nonetheless, as a whole, this practice offers an appealing alternative to the mere possession of cryptocurrencies, as it expedites the arrival of monetary returns.

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Design Wanted

JULY 6, 2023

With an aim of creating a pared-back health space, today designers are harmoniously weaving together neutral, minimalistic, sustainable and calming interiors with a Scandinavian aesthetic as […] The post Nothing like your ordinary dental clinics – step inside these 5 spaces appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

Angry Birds’ creator Rovio Entertainment has partnered with SCG America to launch a world-first retail cafe, iSwii by Angry Birds, in the US. The cafe, is due to open on Saturday (July 8) in Flushing’s Tangram, a 1.2 million sqft mixed-use new development in Queens, according to a deal facilitated by Angry Birds’ global licencing agency IMG.

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Design Wanted

JULY 6, 2023

With an aim of creating a pared-back health space, today designers are harmoniously weaving together neutral, minimalistic, sustainable and calming interiors with a Scandinavian aesthetic as […] The post Nothing like your ordinary dental clinics – step inside these 5 spaces appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

Supermarket chain Coles is taking its products to Malaysia under a partnership with local retailer Jaya Grocer. Under an exclusive agreement, Coles will introduce 200 products to the market, taking Jaya Grocer’s Australian products offerings to more than 1000 across its network of 43 stores and GrabMarts. “This partnership is a strategic decision from Jaya Grocer’s end to serve the large Australian expat community,” said Daniel Teng, deputy CEO at Jaya Grocer.

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JULY 6, 2023

With many types of wood paneling options available, choosing the best rustic wood wall paneling for your home design is easier than ever. Wood walls are a great home decor addition to any space and can really help to define a room, adding color, texture and giving the space personality. The use of real wood wall panels has come a long way in the last few decades.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

As general manager of Australian swimwear brand Budgy Smuggler , Brendan Hartmann is responsible for ensuring the business has the proper systems and processes in place to keep up its rapid growth as it continues to expand its presence in the UK and Europe. It’s one of the biggest challenges he’s facing at the moment, but he’s navigating it through good time-management and a practical approach to leadership.

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Design Wanted

JULY 6, 2023

Each year, Dutch Design Awards acknowledges exceptional Dutch designers and their groundbreaking projects, while examining the influence of diverse disciplines, perspectives, and solutions on our society. […] The post The Dutch Design Awards 2023 nominees have been unveiled appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

KMD Brands CFO departs KMD Brands group chief financial officer Chris Kinraid has announced his resignation, effective from December 2023. He is set to become the CEO at Hallenstein Glasson Holdings. Kinraid has worked as the parent company – which includes brands such as Kathmandu, Ripcurl and Oboz – for nine years, and was in the CFO role from 2019.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

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Retail Times

JULY 6, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In this feature, Caroline Evans, corporate strategy director at Arden University, discusses the transformative role degree apprenticeships can play in reshaping perceptions of retail and supporting the industry in its battle for talent In the UK retail sector, the average staff turnover rate is 57.3%, meaning that more than one in two members of staff [&

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

The great resignation was a monumental disruption. An employee revolving door and the consequent, relentless search for talent left many hiring managers stressed and feeling hopeless…how to deliver the impossible? The skills shortage was the catalyst for the great resignation, and every business felt the impact. But that’s last year’s story.

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Retail Times

JULY 6, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The cost of living crisis has affected all aspects of life worldwide, and a recent study from Career Ready and Total Jobs showed that 24% of young talent believed university wasn’t an option because of the associated costs.

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Inside Retail

JULY 6, 2023

In 1878, Silviano Venchi, a 20-year-old from Turin and bonafide chocolate aficionado, spent all his savings on two bronze cauldrons and began to experiment with chocolate-making. Today, the passion, meticulous care and courage that Silviano brought to his experiments are still hallmarks of the Venchi brand. Its best-selling products, such as ‘gianduiotto’, a type of chocolate originally from Piedmont, truffles, and gelato, as well as proprietary creations like Chocoviar and Suprema spread, are a

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JULY 6, 2023

The FTC took action last week against a group of New England-based clothing accessories companies for making false claims that certain of its products were “Made in USA.” The FTC’s complaint alleges that Chaucer Accessories, Bates Accessories, and Bates Retail Group have deceptively advertised that their products are “Made in USA” or “Hand Crafted in USA” despite selling certain products that are either wholly imported or containing imported components.

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JULY 6, 2023

EDISON, NJ – The Total Pro Expo & Conference is happening in early 2024 at the New Jersey Convention Center in Edison, NJ. The official dates are January 30 th – 31 st , 2024. The Total Pro Expo (TPE) is partnered with the NJ Land Improvement Contractors of America and the NJ Landscape Association. Between these three organizations, all segments of the hardscape, landscape, tree care, and horticultural industry are covered.

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Eye on ESG

JULY 6, 2023

Climate-related litigation is increasingly being used as a tool to hold private and public sector actors to account over their contributions to climate change. According to the Grantham Institute’s 2023 Global Trends in Climate Change Litigation Policy Report (the “ Report “) – which was published on 29 June 2023 – around two-thirds of climate-related cases have been filed since 2015: between 1986 and 2014, approximately 800 cases were filed, but between 2015 and May 2023, approximately 1,557 ca

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Retail Design Blog

JULY 6, 2023

Excerpt: Cohering the power of creativity ‘Creativity is the art of balancing the infinite and the finite.’ This quote from.

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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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