Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

More than 55,000 casual and contract workers have signed up for Victoria’s Sick Pay Guarantee program, including retail workers. The two-year pilot program – an Australian-first – offers casual workers without sick leave entitlements up to 38 hours of sick and carer’s pay each year, at the national minimum wage. Industries with the highest rates of casual and contract workers such as supermarkets, food and beverage operators, fast-food chains, and bakeries – together with companies employi

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 5, 2023

We often hear that size doesn’t matter. But there are instances when bigger is better and certainly more impressive, this is the idea behind these mega […]. The post <strong>Mega architecture concepts we’re excited to see</strong> appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Nike is bringing its home workouts to the small screen. The sportswear brand is teaming up with streaming giant Netflix to bring its Nike Training Club (NTC) content to a global audience. Launched on 30 December , the offering gives Netflix members access to more that 90 NTC workouts, which are designed for viewers across all fitness levels and capabilities.

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Design Week

JANUARY 5, 2023

I’m always highly sceptical about ‘trends’ in design. I’m very much of the mindset that fashions fade, while true design (where form follows function) is eternal. A good logo, therefore, should never follow (or be inspired by) a particular zeitgeist. It would not be the purest representation of itself, or the strategy behind it, if it did.

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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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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Under Armour announces new CEO. In December, Under Armour announced that Stephanie Linnartz will be its new president, CEO and board member, effective 27 February. Her appointment follows a seven-month search after the brand’s former CEO Patrik Frisk announced his resignation in May 2022. Linnartz currently serves as the president of Marriott International, the world’s largest hospitality company, with a portfolio of nearly 8,200 properties across 138 countries and territories and 30 brand

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 5, 2023

The right pair of wireless headphones can make or break your day, whether you’re listening to your top podcast or favorite tune. Long gone are the […]. The post Wireless wonders: cool headphone concepts for the modern age appeared first on DesignWanted.

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VMS

JANUARY 5, 2023

Footwear retailer Designer Brands Inc. (Columbus, Ohio) has unveiled a CEO transition process that calls for Doug Howe, President of its DSW unit, to succeed Roger Rawlins this April 1. Rawlins will then continue to work with the company for a 12-month period in a strategic advisor role to facilitate the leadership transition, the designer, producer and retailer of footwear and accessories said. “I am focused on continuing to execute on the long-range plan the team laid out at our 2022 Inv

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

US home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond is likely to file for bankruptcy protection as there is “substantial doubt about the company’s ability to continue” after sales floundered over Christmas-New Year. In a business update, the company said a turnaround plan initiated at the start of the third quarter with a refocus on merchandising and inventory control while strengthening its financial position had failed to deliver anticipated results.

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VMS

JANUARY 5, 2023

Amy Hauk is leaving her post as chief executive of the Victoria’s Secret brand, effective March 31. Her departure was announced in a securities filing this week. Martin Waters, CEO of Victoria’s Secret & Co. (Reynoldsburg, Ohio), will fold Hauk’s responsibilities into his own. Hauk’s exit announcement comes less than six months after she was promoted to her current role.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Nic Szerman lost his job at Meta Platforms in November, just two months after joining full-time, falling victim to a sweeping 13 per cent reduction of its workforce as the advertising market cratered. Days later he was back working, seeking investment for his own company Nulink, a blockchain-based payment company, and sent pitches to startup accelerator Y Combinator and Andreessen Horowitz’s cryptocurrency fund. “As counterintuitive as it may sound, this layoff left me in a really good pos

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JANUARY 5, 2023

Struggling home goods retailer Bed Bath & Beyond Inc. (Union, N.J.) says it may not be able to stay in business. The company made that announcement in a business update that included its preliminary, unaudited estimated financial results for the three months ended Nov. 26, 2022, which showed its sales for the period were about $1.259 billion, down from $1.878 billion a year earlier.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Priceline Pharmacy’s loyalty program Sister Club has just signed up its 8 millionth member, cementing its place as the nation’s largest health and rewards scheme. The 8 millionth member signed up at Brisbane’s Priceline Pharmacy Ashgrove. Sister Club turned 21 last year and Priceline Pharmacy GM Andrew Vidler says customers are attracted to it for more than just discounts.

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Design Week

JANUARY 5, 2023

Hackney Council is seeking to appoint an experienced design team to reimagine the permanent exhibition space at Hackney Museum, focussing on the borough’s history through stories of migration and settlement. The chosen team will lead on both the design development and delivery with a budget of around £750,000 for the project. The fee for the design work is approximately £114,000.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Under Armour announces new CEO. In December, Under Armour announced that Stephanie Linnartz will be its new president, CEO and board member, effective 27 February. Her appointment follows a seven-month search after the brand’s former CEO Patrik Frisk announced his resignation in May 2022. Linnartz currently serves as the president of Marriott International, the world’s largest hospitality company, with a portfolio of nearly 8,200 properties across 138 countries and territories and 30 brand

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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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Design Week

JANUARY 5, 2023

Social enterprise Power Out of Restriction (POoR) Collective and workspace provider The Office Group (TOG) have revealed the projects designed by students on its Makers and Mentors programme for TOG’s latest office space The Black & White Building. As central London’s tallest mass-timber commercial structure, The Black & White Building has an emphasis on sustainable materials.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

We recently sat down with David Sylvester, the executive vice president of global retail at Las Vegas Sands Corporation, for his thoughts on his career thus far and how he keeps himself grounded while at the same time managing a dizzying array of responsibilities. Inside Retail: Tell me about your career journey. How did you get into the industry, what are some of the different roles you’ve held along the way?

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 5, 2023

Over the last few years, biophilic design has become more popular as people strive to get closer to nature. One of the easiest ways to embrace […]. The post A touch of nature: well-designed pebble furniture and lighting appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Unless you’ve been living under a rock, I’m sure you would’ve heard of the infamous “quiet quitting” — the idea that if you dislike your job, instead of leaving and finding a role you’re more suited to, you decide to do only the bare minimum at work as a way to get back at your boss. Sounds silly? Well, now there’s a new trend taking over TikTok called “acting your wage” — which involves people gloating about how they have decided to stop putting in extra effort at work to avoid bein

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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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Ultra Flex

JANUARY 5, 2023

Introducing UltraVision® Micro-Perf 60/40 , a perforated, high-quality, calendared graphic film perfect for exterior window applications. The hole diameters are 1mm , creating closer spacing and a visually uniform graphic. UltraVision® Micro-Perf 60/40 has a black backing to diffuse light from the inside without compromising the outer print surface and provides an optimal degree of privacy , a preference for privacy concerns in places such as schools.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

People close to you, including family members, friends, and co-workers, frequently express their “stress” at this time of year. As the end of the year draws nearer people are likely to feel weary, irritable and overwhelmed. The definition of stress is the bodily, psychological, and social-spiritual reaction to a demand or stressor. The stressor could be a deficiency (like unemployment), a danger to one’s physical or mental health, or a deadline at work.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Barratt has announced the launch of a new range of ‘Fun and Fantastic’ hanging bags for convenience stores as the brand sets its sights on growing market share in the channel. The ‘Fun and Fantastic’ range offers the consumer a selection of soft gums and jellies in unique shapes created to capture the imagination. The. This story continues at Barratt debuts ‘Fun and Fantastic’ range for the convenience channel.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Australian workwear brand Hard Hakka has partnered with Byron Bay streetwear label to launch a second collection. The new range spans 33 pieces of apparel and 10 accessories and features Thrills’ silhouettes with Hard Yakka’s colourways on fabrics made from organic cotton. It will be available both in-store and online. Hard Yakka brand & content manager Kathryn Dawson-Lee said the brands’ first collaboration in August last year was a “resounding success” which helped introduce the label to a

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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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Talking Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Spar is launching five new own label lines to its overall confectionery range. Available in participating stores around the UK from 9 January, these five new lines will sit under the take home confectionery and impulse categories. Joining the take home confectionery category are Giant Strawberries, which are vegan and vegetarian friendly, Yummy Bears and.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Your online world is probably full of adverts persuading you to buy something with a simple touch of your phone. But away from those personal screens, UK retailers are actually spending most of their digital budgets inside their traditional bricks and mortar shops. For in-store marketing tools have moved far beyond brightly coloured signs and piped music towards a rapidly developing set of technological techniques designed to help you spend.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Spar is launching five new own label lines to its overall confectionery range. Available in participating stores around the UK from 9 January, these five new lines will sit under the take home confectionery and impulse categories. Joining the take home confectionery category are Giant Strawberries, which are vegan and vegetarian friendly, Yummy Bears and.

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Retail Design Institute

JANUARY 5, 2023

Attention Retail Design Institute Professional Members!! If you work for retail company, you could win a trip to EuroShop with euroagogo to Dusseldorf/Milan 2023!! The Retail Design Institute NY Chapter is proud to sponsor one lucky member — who works for a retailer — to attend EuroShop with euroagogo in Dusseldorf and a post-show trip to Milan from February 25 to March 5.

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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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Talking Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Power service stations through Nisa’s Making a Difference Locally charity has helped support local projects and good causes with £17,500 in donations with the charities latest round of Heart of the Community Awards. The initiative enabled Nisa retailers to nominate a local community group to receive up to £3,000 of funding from Making a Difference. This story continues at Power service stations donates £17,500 to support local communities.

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Retail Design Blog

JANUARY 5, 2023

Vacons Architects completed the Hasbro offices with a consistent theme of bold blue colors throughout in Haiphong, Vietnam. Hasbro is.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 5, 2023

Data and digital consultancy TWC Group is launching a convenience market read – branded ‘SmartView Convenience’. It claims to be the most representative EPOS market read covering independent retail and wholesaler-supplied symbol stores in GB. The read comprises a sample of around 6,500 stores, with a combined turnover of £5.6 billion, which have been cherry-picked.

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Retail Design Blog

JANUARY 5, 2023

The interior follows the simple and brisk space patten, with a bright white background and burlywood pallet-style movable tables and.

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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.

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