Retail Focus
MARCH 8, 2022
It is now widely accepted that the role of retail destinations has evolved considerably. Changes that had taken hold in the last decade have been accelerated by the pandemic and by the ensuing change in consumer habits. The response both from the retail industry and the real estate owners/investors has been widespread and varied. But the common theme is ‘relevance’.
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Premium fashion brand Boss has collaborated with NFT company Boss Beauties to introduce the Boss x Boss Beauties Dream Like a Boss program, which aims to mentor young women. One of the Boss Beauties NFTs is on auction until March 12 and the revenue will be donated to the co-created mentorship program. In addition, a limited-edition T-shirt featuring the NFT is being sold on Boss’s website, with a share of sales going to the Dream Like a Boss program. .
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Retail Focus
MARCH 8, 2022
Frasers Group plc has opened the doors to its latest FLANNELS store in Preston. The next generation luxury retailer continues with the commitment to investing in retail and bringing world-class shopping destinations to new locations throughout the UK. Situated in Deepdale Shopping Park, the 15,000 sq ft. site will house a selection of carefully curated men’s, women’s and junior luxury designer clothing and accessories from some of the most coveted luxury names in fashion, including Alexander McQ
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Many Australian retailers, including some of the country’s biggest brands, have been affected by the devastating and deadly floods in parts of New South Wales and Queensland over the last two weeks. More than 20 Woolworths and Big W stores have been forced to close at some point, either because staff couldn’t get to work or the stores had flooded. Four Officeworks stores in Lismore, NSW, and Windsor, Aspley and North Lakes, QLD, have flooded.
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.
Design Week
MARCH 8, 2022
“I strongly believe that challenges in the work environment are always going to be prevalent, for men and women alike, varying across different jobs and roles. As a woman in a highly male-dominated industry, I’ve observed a slow but sure change in the design sector compared to previous years. Today, there is certainly more awareness around gender equality, diversity and inclusion.
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Japanese retail giant Fast Retailing has disclosed that all of 49 Uniqlo stores in Russia will remain open – in contrast to its rivals who are closing stores in protest of Russia’s invasion of Ukraine. President of Fast Retailing, Tadashi Yanai, told the press that the conflict should not “deprive people in Russia of clothing as it is a basic human need” “Clothing is a necessity of life.
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Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Levi Strauss and Ralph Lauren are among US apparel brands likely to be worst hit by Russia’s invasion of Ukraine which is again clogging supply chains in Europe where they derive at least a quarter of sales, Wall Street analysts say. American clothes firms’ European businesses were just recovering from two years of pandemic restrictions.
Design Wanted
MARCH 8, 2022
Every design decision responds to damning reports exposing human’s dependency on technology and the impact this is having on social interaction, in this case, Thailand. The residential project titled ‘The Broken Home’ by Integrated Field intends to elevate the way of life and relationship patterns of a Thai family in the Digital Age. As such, it has been realised as a minimal, boxy architecture with the interior components arranged to cater to the family members’ lifestyles and behaviours. .
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Brands often engage and respond to society’s calls to become an agent of change and make a social impact. With a legitimacy-seeking motivation to ultimately secure their survival, brands tend to adopt two key legitimacy-seeking strategies when addressing social issues. They may passively conform to external pressures, or proactively adopt strategies to address social issues.
Creative Displays Now
MARCH 8, 2022
Anyone in the world of retail knows all the factors that go into curating an exceptional customer experience. Small details like the music played over the speakers and the layout of the shelves and clothing racks set the customer’s journey in motion, often unbeknownst to the consumer themselves. From the type of flooring to the brightness of the lights and even how a store smells are frequently conscious decisions retailers make to entice window shoppers and convert them into buyers.
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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.
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
Consumers are not being served well by the New Zealand grocery duopoly, according to the Commerce Commission – but it stopped short of any major recommendations in the final report into the grocery market tabled this week. . The commission asked the government to undertake an independent review of the $22 billion annual grocery market in November 2020.
Creative Displays Now
MARCH 8, 2022
From the moment consumers step foot in a store, they start making purchasing decisions based on what they see. The display colors, lighting and messaging play a significant role in which products catch their eye. Using these elements to bring attention to your brand is called visual merchandising. It’s a crucial strategy to make your products stand out in a competitive retail space.
Retail Store Windows
MARCH 8, 2022
This is probably not the most exciting scheme we've seen from this brand although it is still early-ish in the retail calendar and we're sure that there are a lot more interesting installations to come. At the moment a bit of symmetry as a window dynamic, graphics forming the backdrop with of course their delicious products is the latest scheme from this brand right now.
Design Wanted
MARCH 8, 2022
Industrial designer Joseph Morlote designed the ceiling fan as a way of tying up all of Google’s smart home devices inside your home. The Nest Ceiling […]. The post The Google Nest Ceiling Fan is a smart hub for connecting your devices appeared first on DesignWanted.
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.
Contra
MARCH 8, 2022
What is International Women’s Day? Happy International Women’s Day 2022! Each year on March 8th, the social, economic, cultural and political achievements of women globally are celebrated. The day also marks a call to action for accelerating gender parity. Significant activity is witnessed worldwide as groups come together to celebrate women’s achievements or rally for women’s equality.
Design Wanted
MARCH 8, 2022
The Revi device conceals its webcam function behind a stylish and compact sound system. The camera body, as designed, can be placed on a desk or […]. The post Revi is a pill-shaped speaker that doubles as a portable webcam appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retailing Insight
MARCH 8, 2022
Let’s celebrate with gratitude every opportunity and each small victory that came our way this season! In this issue, discover how to find inner peace through meditation music, find time to reboot, some retail tips to help prepare your business for next year, and more. Read Online. The post Volume 36, Issue 1 appeared first on Retailing Insight Magazine.
Design Wanted
MARCH 8, 2022
Portuguese designer Joa?o Teixeira strikes a balance between Scandinavian and Japanese aesthetics. The Cloth Coffee Table features sinuous curves inspired by the delicate movement of fabric that counteract the hardness of wood for a bold and elegant look. “It’s almost poetic presence follows the new “Japandi” design trend by mixing Japanese simplicity with Scandinavian functionality,” Teixeira explains.
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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.
E Delevry
MARCH 8, 2022
XPO Logistics is to host its second women drivers forum at its national distribution centre in Crick, Northamptonshire. The event takes place on 22 March and the company is encouraging all women drivers in its UK and Ireland operations to attend the event. XPO held the first forum in 2021 to increase dialogue with women drivers about their work in a male-oriented industry, celebrate successes and give voice to the challenges they may face on a day to day basis.
Retail Design Blog
MARCH 8, 2022
daa is an airport industry leader as a global airports and travel retail group with operations in 16 countries around.
E Delevry
MARCH 8, 2022
Coffee subscription service deliveries have seen a 105% rise in year on year sales, according to data from Awin. The data shows that Brits spent more than £500,000 in the last year on coffee subscriptions delivered direct to their door. The increase in subscription sales also coincides with a rise of almost 90% in the average order value, an increase from £18 in 2020 to £34 in 2021.
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
From people of colour to those with disabilities or on the LGBTQIA+ spectrum, there are big chunks of diverse customer bases who are ignored by retailers and only too willing to spend their money at brands who embrace them. During Retail Week recently, disability advocate and consultant Lisa Cox, LGBTQIA+ activist Deni Todorovi? and head of creative and campaign strategy Shanthi Murugan shared their insights on where retailers are failing at diversity and inclusion.
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
E Delevry
MARCH 8, 2022
Made.com is hoping to introduce lead times of three to four weeks by the end of the first half of 2022 halving those seen during the pandemic, the company revealed in its full-year results announcement today. Lead times have been impacted by the global supply chain challenges faced by the industry with gross margin also impacted by global freight inflationary pressures.
Inside Retail
MARCH 8, 2022
ShipStation, the world’s largest multi-channel, multi-carrier e-commerce shipping solution, is launching a new feature designed to bring better savings to small businesses signed on to the service. ShipStation is now offering a single balance account for making payments to any carrier on the system, giving small retailers access to preferred service rates – the kinds of discounts usually only reserved for top ASX companies.
E Delevry
MARCH 8, 2022
As part of International Women’s Day 2022, Shelley Harris, commercial director at pallet pool provider IPP, shares her experiences of the logistics industry and how she has forged a successful career in the sector. Having worked at IPP for over ten years and progressing from manager to director, it’s only upon reflection that I can see how far the industry has come in terms of representation.
Design Wanted
MARCH 8, 2022
Industrial designer Joseph Morlote designed the ceiling fan as a way of tying up all of Google’s smart home devices inside your home. The Nest Ceiling Fan is a compact and stylish two-fin fan with omni-directional speaker, smart light bulb, security camera, sensors for the thermostat, and a smoke detector and alarm that replaces each of the mentioned devices with a single contact point to create an interesting smart home setup.
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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.
Robinson Meyer
MARCH 8, 2022
In December, in a ballet of global logistics, more than 30 tankers ferrying liquid natural gas from the United States to various destinations around the globe—Japan, Brazil, South Africa—canceled their trips and set a new course for the European Union. On the days they pulled into port, the U.S. supplied more natural gas to Europe than Russia did. This represented more than a minor milestone in global energy history.
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