Retail Focus
AUGUST 10, 2021
Space NK brought their ‘My Beauty Space’ campaign to life with a pop-up experience in Old Spitalfields Market between Friday 30 July – Sunday 1 August. The space allowed visitors to discover new products, curate the ultimate beauty shelfie and enter an infinity room where lights and a magical mirror can become the backdrop for a photo opportunity. .
Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
With many parts of Australia once again plunged into lockdown, non-essential retail stores shut and supermarkets under more pressure than ever to manage home deliveries, retailers are leaning heavily on delivery services to get goods into the hands of customers. But Australia’s essential delivery drivers are calling for more support and better protection while doing their jobs, as the country’s Covid crisis worsens.
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Retail Focus
AUGUST 10, 2021
Covid-19 hit the retail sector hard. Shops were closed. Consumer spending shifted online. High street stalwarts struggled or, in the case of Debenhams , collapsed. Even with the vaccine rollout well underway and lockdown now behind us, shoppers are yet to return to the high street in the same numbers. Footfall was down by one third in July on the same month in 2019, according to the British Retail Consortium.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Business groups have been left frustrated and open to legal challenges after the Federal Government refused yesterday to offer protections to firms that opt to make vaccination against the Covid-19 virus mandatory. Treasurer Josh Frydenberg told Seven News that while public health orders had been made to mandate vaccines in certain industries, and that doctors would not be liable for recommending the vaccine, businesses would not be afforded such comfort.
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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.
Design Week
AUGUST 10, 2021
The number of students studying art and design at A-Level has gone up for the first time since 2017. Grade data released today by Ofqual , the non-ministerial government department that regulates qualifications in England, shows that 39,295 students took A-Levels in art and design subjects in 2021. High attainment in 2021. The number of top grades awarded for art and design courses has also increased in England.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Online surfwear retailer SurfStitch is to start stocking General Pants’ 11 private label brands after forming a long-term collaboration with the casualwear brand. . And the e-commerce business expects to work with new and existing brands to continue to broaden its offer on the platform during the months ahead. . Richard Facioni, executive chairman of Surfstitch parent Alquemie Group, described the partnership as part of a broader plan to grow SurfStitch’s consumer value proposition via the marke
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Ikea’s shopping malls business – one of the world’s largest – has kicked off the sales process for some 500 flats at its first-ever mixed-use retail and residential development, in Changsha, southern China. Cindy Andersen, MD at Ingka Centres since February, said in an interview she expected flat buyers to start moving in during March next year, after the adjacent mall opened last month following pandemic-related delays.
Design Week
AUGUST 10, 2021
London studio Alphabetical has designed a suite of interactive elements for Thamesmead, located in south east London, in an effort to engage local communities with the environment. Alphabetical has created typographic installations for the area, an AR app with educational and gaming elements as well as a brand identity for the area. The work has been commissioned by Peabody estate, which owns a majority of the area’s land.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Online luxury firm Yoox Net-A-Porter has signaled an exclusive global partnership with ‘pay later’ provider Klarna, allowing shoppers to access the business’ luxury pieces while paying in installments. The new payment option is already being made available across the Yoox Net-A-Porter portfolio, with shoppers currently able to shop own-brand Mr Porter and pay in three or four installments through Klarna in a number of the marketplace’s international territories, with more to be opened up as 2021
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Bestway has appointed property agent Christie & Co to market a new tranche of stores for sale as part of the retail group’s plan to offload property. All of the stores for sale were bought from the administrators of Bargain Booze in 2018, when Bestway Wholesale created Bestway Retail to manage those stores. The stores. This story continues at Bestway Retail puts more stores up for sale.
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
The turbulent retail patterns and panic-buying of Covid-19 have changed the way Australian brands and retailers make short- and long-term strategic decisions. Data-driven insight is driving increased sales for suppliers and retailers by putting the right amount of products in the right place at the right time and most importantly in front of the right shoppers.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Irish whiskey brand Jameson is rolling out an orange variant into Booker from mid-August. The 700ml variant retails at £23.95 and has a 30% ABV and will be supported by digital, social media, video-on-demand and off-trade activity throughout October. Jameson Orange “introduces a modern, low-sugar twist to the growing flavoured spirits category”, which brand owner.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Fashion and footwear brand Etiko is rolling out new initiatives that bridge the gap between consumers and ethical and sustainable retail. This includes a new tree planting project with a difference and a tip-the-workers campaign. In an attempt to reclaim forests decimated by the Indonesians during occupation in Timor Leste, Etiko has bought 1000 trees and will plant them on behalf of customers.
RetailMinded
AUGUST 10, 2021
Online shopping is becoming a popular trend between business to consumers and business to businesses. The coronavirus pandemic also boosted online shopping as people were restricted from going to crowded places like shops. So, with shopping moving online, businesses can take advantage of connecting to more clients online rather than on-premise. . When using your website as your shop, you need to understand that many people will visit your website.
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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.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Spar is launching a new range of own-label household cleaning and paper products. The 12-strong Spar Home + range is rolling out into Spar stores across the UK and are “ideal for everyday use”. The range includes: Thick Bleach Original 750ml Thick Bleach Lemon 750ml Washing Up Liquid 500ml Washing Up Liquid Lemon 500ml Fabric. This story continues at Spar rolls out own-label household cleaning range.
VMS
AUGUST 10, 2021
A Nordstrom location in Walnut Creek, CA has become such a frequent target of thefts that the retailer is willing to pay for extra police, Bay City News reports. It’s believed the grab-and-run thefts are connected to organized retail crime rings, which are reportedly prevalent across the country, but especially so in California. The article says the heightened police presence would come through voluntary overtime from Walnut Creek officers and is estimated to cost more than $230,000.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Stores from opposite ends of the UK have signed deals for electronic shelf label (ESL) systems with a Cambridge-based technology company. Both Scotmid and Southern Co-op have agreed to take the SoluM digital shelf label system from Herbert Retail. Trials of the new system have already been successful, say the companies involved. Allan Robertson, programme manager.
VMS
AUGUST 10, 2021
Retired Best Buy exec Sharon McCollam has joined Albertsons Co. (Boise, Idaho) as its President and CFO, reporting to Albertsons CEO Vivek Sankaran, according to a press release. “We are entering the next phase of our transformation, centered on building deeper relationships with customers through data, technology, and connected omnichannel solutions,” said Sankaran.
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
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Spending at food and drink stores leapt in July compared to the same month two years ago, according to Barclaycard’s latest data. The card company said that an 11.6% overall rise in consumer card spending compared to July 2019 was driven by a 78.5% rise in “specialist food and drink stores” and a 16.6% rise. This story continues at Food and drink spending up on pre-lockdown levels, says Barclaycard.
VMS
AUGUST 10, 2021
The U.S. strategic licensing partner of Canadian cannabis retailer Fire & Flower Holdings has opened its first Fire & Flower branded store in Palm Springs, Calif., according to a press release. “We have reached a significant milestone for our company as we have officially planted our roots in the U.S. cannabis market through our strategic partner, American Acres [now rebranded as Fire & Flower U.S.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Cash withdrawals at post offices hit record levels in July, suggesting that reports of the death of cash might be exaggerated. A record £665m in personal cash was withdrawn in July, the highest for any month ever recorded with the exception of traditionally busy Decembers. Total cash deposits (personal and business) rose slightly, to £2.21bn. This story continues at Cash remains alive and well, say post offices.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
The Knightsbridge Estate shop, a collaboration with architect Vincenzo De Cotiis, honours the brand’s heritage while beckoning toward the future.
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Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Bestway is launching a campaign to attract more retailers to its symbol groups. Bestway’s brands include Best-one, Costcutter, Bargain Booze and Mace as well as several other groups. Mike Hollis, Bestway retail director, said: “We know that ‘one size does not fit all’ and that’s why each of our symbols offer something different within our. This story continues at Bestway launches ambitious recruitment campaign.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
Both tea and alcohol in traditional China were similarly aestheticized, and both influenced the language of literature and art. People.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Oil giant Shell says that it has helped prevent 38 tonnes of food being dumped by its petrol station stores since February and expects this figure to rise to 120 tonnes by the end of the year. The food waste prevention figures are the result of Shell’s partnership with Too Good To Go, an app. This story continues at Shell joins waste warriors. Or just read more coverage at Talking Retail.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
The deodorant is shaped like a pebble, referencing the longevity and sustainability inherent in the product itself. The size and.
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 Store Windows
AUGUST 10, 2021
We do love the windows at Anthropologie, always. And, just look at their latest scheme at their Regent street store here in the centre of it all. Unfortunately the platform we use to show you the latest schemes does appear to alter our images quite considerably however you can view them also on either our facebook or instagram pages (links below) where they appear bigger and clearer.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
Just like any other leading capital city, Moscow never ceases to surprise, and that also counts for its ever-evolving hospitality.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 10, 2021
Hot drink brand Horlicks has kicked off a Summer Club, as part of its 2021 campaign. The Horlicks Summer Club is being hosted on the Horlicks website and provides shoppers with “lots of free, fun activities to help them entertain children” throughout the month of August. The activities include a homemade pizza party and make. This story continues at Horlicks campaign supports parents this summer.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 10, 2021
EN Design Studio was tasked with designing an office to reflect Elementor‘s commitment to sharp aesthetics for their space in.
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