Retail Focus
AUGUST 20, 2021
Fashion retailer Mango has launched a new flagship store in London. The new space will be located at 223-235 Oxford Street, taking the total number of stores in the United Kingdom to 43. The aim is to create a functional, relaxed and welcoming space that promotes and simplifies the interaction between the customer and store staff, as well as improving the distribution of collections.
Design Week
AUGUST 20, 2021
When it comes to stereotypes, Canadians don’t do too badly. “Canada has a stereotype of being very nice and friendly – and that’s true – but the net benefit is that it’s a pretty safe space to do risky things,” designer Chris Braden says, pointing to the network of talent and social safety nets, as well a can-do attitude in the industry.
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Talking Retail
AUGUST 20, 2021
Nisa Retail’s chief operating officer has spoken of the “challenging operating conditions” the industry is facing as driver shortages, the impact of Covid and the “pingdemic” hit the supply chain. John McNeill says the recent combination of one-off factors “have cumulated to create an extraordinary environment the likes of which we have never seen before.
Design Week
AUGUST 20, 2021
Biles Hendry has unveiled the branding for Urban Legend, a donut brand that uses a patented steaming method in a bid to make healthier sweet treats. New to the market, Urban Legend says its donuts contain 50% less sugar than traditional offerings. “Shouting about health too much can get in the way” Biles Hendry’s branding for the company seeks to capitalise on this nutritional benefit while still positioning it within the dessert food category, according to creative director An
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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.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Contactless spending is expected to account for almost half of all transactions by the end of 2022 (47%), as it becomes the most popular payment method for the first time, according to new research.
Show Best
AUGUST 20, 2021
With the increasing legalization and popularity of marijuana , dispensaries have since evolved into well-thought-out destinations for newcomers and regulars alike to explore cannabis culture. Looking to keep up with the new wave of modern cannabis dispensaries? Here are 4 must-have dispensary store fixtures to consider incorporating into your shop. Welcome Desk.
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Talking Retail
AUGUST 20, 2021
Retail sales volumes fell by 2.5% last month, the weakest performance since April, but remain well above pre-pandemic levels, according to new figures from the Office for National Statistics (ONS). Food sales declined by 1.5% during the month, compared with June, as more consumers were able to return to hospitality venues because of the easing. This story continues at New figures highlight ‘weak’ retail performance in July.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Amazon's plans to open several department-style stores across the US, offering consumers the chance to physically shop for clothing, household items, electronics, and other popular goods, will send ripples through the retail sector, says software specialist VAI.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 20, 2021
The battle for control of Morrisons is hotting up after the retailer announced it had accepted an improved takeover bid worth £7bn from private equity group Clayton, Dubilier & Rice (CD&R). The company had previously recommended investors accept a £6.7bn offer from a consortium led by Fortress, another US-based investment group. Morrisons is the UK’s.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
itsu – the Asian-inspired healthy food brand – is launching sriracha seaweed thins, continuing to meet consumer demand for adventurous, savoury snacks amidst a surge in popularity for condiments with spice and flavour. First to market, itsu is the #1 seaweed snacks brand in the UK (99% market share).
Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and guest speaker Sucharita Kodali
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Retail Store Windows
AUGUST 20, 2021
We really love the windows at this brand and thankfully they recognise the importance of the visual elements to support their products. The current scheme uses what appears to be plywood as a structure which leads the eye around the space in front of, well, a Topographic graphic, i.e. a drawing of the arrangement of natural and artificial physical features of an area.
VMS
AUGUST 20, 2021
Toys “R” Us (Wayne, N.J.) along with controlling stakeholders WHP Global (New York), is planning to open more than 400 shop-in-shops throughout Macy’s (New York) department stores nationwide by 2022, according to a press release. Until the shop-in-shops open, Toys “R” Us will have an experience for shoppers though macys.com/toysrus.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
If you’ve grown a little tired of your online entertainment, there is more than one way to spice up your online casino experience. Here are some tips on some great ways to make your gambling at home new and exciting again.
VMS
AUGUST 20, 2021
David Drain. (PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — Questex announces industry veteran David Drain will join DSE as the director, event programs. Drain will build a world-class education program for DSE 2022, covering every aspect of digital and interactive display technology, from concept and design to content and analytics. “We couldn’t be happier that David has joined the incredible team that’s being built for DSE,” says VP & Market Leader Marian Sandberg.
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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.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Following today’s release of M&S’ figures for the 19 weeks ending 14 August 2021; Emily Salter, Senior Retail Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “In a surprising turn of events in the retail world, M&S has this morning released a positive unscheduled trading update due to an outperformance of its expectations, raising its guidance for full year profit before tax to be above the upper end of the previous guidance of £300-350m.
VMS
AUGUST 20, 2021
(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — Nemo Tile + Stone, a New York City-based provider of top-performing surface materials, unveils its newest porcelain tile collection, Wyatt. Resembling antiqued wood, each of the collection’s offerings showcases the eclecticism and intricacies attributed to worn, natural wood, while delivering a more durable, cleanable surface perfect for enhancing spaces at every scale.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Lidl is bringing popular decor ‘hacks’ to its shelves this summer, including a self-watering Bottle Terrarium and a 3m LED Light Strip. Easy and quick ways to elevate any room, these zero-fuss TikTok-trending products are the perfect addition to any room.
Hunton Andrews Kurth
AUGUST 20, 2021
The Children’s Advertising Review Unit (“CARU”), a part of BBB National Programs (“BBBNP”), released its revised Children’s Advertising Guidelines earlier this month. These new Guidelines will go into effect in January 2022 and contain some notable changes. CARU’s Guidelines, which previously covered advertisements addressed to children ages 12 and under, now will cover children ages 13 and under.
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
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Demonstrating its ongoing commitment and investment to the industry, Moda, also known as the National Footwear Show, has revealed a line-up of over 160 footwear, fashion, accessories, and jewellery brands as well as digital clinics by partner and Café sponsor Modular Commerce and buyer benefits for members of headline sponsor the British Footwear Association.
RetailMinded
AUGUST 20, 2021
As a retail Jeweller, it’s safe to say that the price of gold and silver rises and falls, rises and falls in a never-ending pattern of unpredictability! There can be long spells of stable prices, which are followed by intense volatile periods of frenetic changes both up and down. In general, though the trajectory for both gold and silver in the long-term has been a rise upwards in the prices of both metals.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Central England Co-op customers and members can now pick up a ‘Magic Bag’ of discounted food in its stores thanks to a partnership with food waste app Too Good To Go which is hoped will save almost 230,000 meals from going to waste every year.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 20, 2021
A new exhibition at the National Gallery of Victoria delves into materials and systems of production. History in the Making at NGV draws on the gallery’s permanent collection to showcase contemporary design across diverse creative fields, including limited-edition craft and design , as well as mass-produced goods and fashion to provide insight into the physical properties and origins of materials and explore the design histories and narratives that have emerged over time to better understand the
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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.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
If you like to play at online casinos or want to get started, you should know the basics behind the machinery. There’s a lot of numbers and terms that you might not know the exact meaning of. Here’s some insight on the most important things to know about online casino games.
Tusco Display
AUGUST 20, 2021
Online grocery shopping exploded during the early days of the Covid pandemic. Consumers continue to love the convenience and the service is likely here to stay. A June 2021 survey of shoppers by online platform Rosie revealed the 50% of those shopping online do so to save a trip to the store and avoid waiting in line. Most respondents (a whopping 80%) reported plans to continue to order online at the same frequency in the next 12 months.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Residents in communities across the UK are being asked to vote for their favourite local community gardening project to receive support from Dobbies, the UK’s leading garden centre retailer.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Hunter announces the launch of its sustainability and accountability strategy and initiatives: Hunter Protect. It will detail Hunter’s special relationship with the forest and how the brand protects and supports the environment and people around it - from using innovative lower impact materials to supporting its communities.
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
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Retail sales volumes fell by 2.5% between June and July 2021; looking more broadly, however, they were up by 5.2% in the three months to July compared with the previous three months and are 5.8% higher than their pre-coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic February 2020 levels, the latest ONS figures reveal.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
Co-op has become the exclusive digital partner for Facebook’s Hack for Good initiative to drive awareness of Marcus Rashford and Tom Kerridge's Full Time campaign.
Retail Times
AUGUST 20, 2021
John Lewis is launching its very first investment products to customers after teaming up with Nutmeg - the UK’s largest digital wealth manager.
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