Design Boom
AUGUST 2, 2021
the indoor pool concept by SAINT OF ATHENS for a high-end store gives jewelry the modern twist it deserves. The post this swimming pool is actually a jewelry store in greece’s popular island, mykonos appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
While the subject of cannabis legalisation still divides countries around the world, there is no denying the influence that legal cannabis products are having on retail and consumer goods. According to Grand View Research, the global cannabidiol (CBD) market size was valued at US$2.8 billion in 2020 and is expected to expand at a compound annual growth rate (CAGR) of 21.2 per cent from 2021 to 2028.
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Retail Focus
AUGUST 2, 2021
We all deserve to treat ourselves from time to time. Whether you have just bagged yourself a promotion at work or are in desperate need of a quick pick-me-up, a luxury purchase or an affordable treat can provide you with instant joy and allow you to celebrate the various wins in your life. Continue reading to familiarise yourself with a number of fun gift ideas to treat yourself to today. . 1.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Despite pledging to stop handing out plastic toys with purchases of groceries on environmental grounds , supermarket Coles last week announced a new line of plastic picnic goods that can be earned by customers using their Flybuys card at a supermarket or online. The difference to Coles seems to be that these picnic goods are ‘reusable’, and provide a sustainable alternative to single-use tableware that the business recently removed from its shelves.
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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 2, 2021
Pentagram partner Marina Willer has redesigned Sight and Sound in an attempt to combine the magazine’s heritage with a digital outlook. The new look is accompanied by a reworking of the title’s editorial content, such as a special archive section which explores features from the magazine’s 90-year history. [link]. Sight and Sound was established in 1932 and is one of the UK’s oldest film publications.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
As Australia gears up to chase a country-wide vaccination target of 70 per cent of the population, with Prime Minister Scott Morrison stating that lockdowns could be a “thing of the past” as soon as next year, business leaders around the country are finding ways to incentivise their workers to get onboard. Amazon Australia, for example, is offering a special ‘vaccination benefit’ payment of $140 for eligible fulfilment and delivery station workers who get fully vaccinated on the advice of a heal
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Ahead of Myer’s upcoming annual general meeting, Solomon Lew’s Premier Investments has called on the department store to disclose its preliminary full-year results early to “allow an appropriate window” for shareholders to decide its board’s fate. Myer typically releases its full-year results in early September, and announces its AGM in late September, which takes place in late October.
Design Wanted
AUGUST 2, 2021
Forget salt and pepper: this futuristic condiment features crayon-based flavouring for a taste explosion in every bite. For the majority of us, gastronomic perfection is impossible to achieve. If it’s not the combination of flavours, the kitchen skills needed to achieve Michelin star presentation are almost impossible to master. That’s why Food Crayon was invented, edible ‘spice pencils’ designed to shave onto your dinner.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Why would the owners of Selfridges, generally considered to be the world’s best department store, decide to sell the business? Unlike other British department stores, such as Debenhams and House of Fraser, which both collapsed into administration after years of erratic sales growth, or even John Lewis, which has been unable to halt a steady sales decline since 2018, Selfridges has actually reported a sales increase every year for the last decade, reaching £1.97 billion (AU$3.72 billion) in sales
Talking Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Haribo has launched a £4m TV campaign for its Tangfastics variant. The campaign includes 20- and 30-second adverts running until 31 October and is expected to reach 70% of Haribo’s audience. Trade marketing manager for Haribo Claire James, said: “This is the first time we have focused on Tangfastics in an advert since 2016. “As. This story continues at Haribo unveils £4m Tangfastics TV campaign.
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Officeworks has launched a new partnership with design platform Canva to make it easier to create personalised designs, with thousands of new templates and designs created by Canva now available in Officeworks’ Print & Create offering. Customers can access the service online and can either have their personally designed product arrive via post or be made available through click-and-collect.
VMS
AUGUST 2, 2021
Gorjana (Laguna Beach, Calif.) has expanded its reach to Chicago and opened its first brick-and-mortar, Midwest-based store, according to a company press release. This location marks the brand’s 21st retail location. The new store features the brand’s “signature details,” like mango wood finishes, brass hardware, shibori fabrics and live greenery. Situated in Chicago’s Lincoln Park neighborhood, the store will also offer onsite bespoke engraving.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Today’s rising expectation of businesses to provide ‘Amazon-style’ service and efficiency has seen many large retailers and suppliers employ integration technology to automate ordering and fulfilment processes. But businesses are now feeling the pressure when it comes to managing their growing ecosystems of suppliers and systems. NZ-based tech-integrator, Crossfire , is helping put an end to that by connecting supply chain operating systems together without the frustrations and errors of managin
Retailing Insight
AUGUST 2, 2021
Hummingbird. 2002 (Randy Copus, Pamela Copus, Sarah Copus) – mindstream. 2002MUSIC.COM. “Hummingbird” was inspired by a handwritten note the Copus family received from a fan who said that their music brought him hope and inspiration every day, just like the mystical hummingbirds in legends. Ten tracks of melodic splendor, with guitar, flute, cello, harp, synth, percussion, and ethereal layered vocals combine together in harmonious wonder.
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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.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Australian bridal retailer Grace Loves Lace is expanding its global footprint with the opening of its first Canadian showroom in Toronto this month. What started out as a digital native brand, 10 years ago this November, now operates 17 showrooms globally, in key markets Australia, America and the United Kingdom. “I actually intended on the business just being online because the dresses were specifically designed and constructed to be sold online.
Hunton Andrews Kurth
AUGUST 2, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic caused supply chain interruptions across industries, from toilet paper and cleaning supplies, to red meat. Although most states have resumed close to “normal” capacity and operations, the nation still faces an historic and unprecedented lumber shortage. The shortage is the result of growing demand for bigger homes, new construction, and a surge of new DIY-ers amid the pandemic, coupled with supply chain disruption caused by the virus as production cuts and government shut
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
In July, German supermarket brand Aldi opened its first Corner Store concept store in North Sydney to little fanfare. Given Sydney was in the midst of a Covid lockdown at the time, there wasn’t much of a song and dance, but it shows we should never forget that convenience will always be the fundamental battle ground of retail. On its website, Aldi describes the store as being, “like a regular Aldi, only a bit smaller.
VMS
AUGUST 2, 2021
Target (Minneapolis) announced it will require its employees to wear masks in high-risk counties across the U.S., reports CNBC. The new guidelines will begin Tuesday, August 3. Face coverings will be strongly encouraged for shoppers in those counties but will not be enforced. Walmart (Bentonville, Ark.) announced last Friday that it would require staff to wear masks in counties with high rates of transmission.
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
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
The lessons learned during Melbourne’s extended lockdown have been front of mind for Jax Tyres & Auto in recent weeks with the retailer quickly extending its remote video vehicle checks to NSW customers in response to restrictions across Greater Sydney. As a tyre retailer and mechanical services provider, Jax Tyres & Auto qualifies as an essential retail and can remain open during lockdowns.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
The Midcounties Co-operative has announced a soft plastic collection scheme in more than 200 of its stores, meaning that all of its Co-op branded packaging is now 100% widely recyclable. The scheme is in addition to the similar plan announced for 1500 Co-op stores nationally announced last month (9 July). The initiative will help customers. This story continues at Midcounties Co-op launches soft plastic collection scheme.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Online retail sales accelerated 7.6 per cent in June, following a rebound in May from a down-note in April, according to NAB’s monthly online retail sales index. In year-on-year terms the acceleration pushed June’s growth back into double digits, landing 18.1 per cent higher than a year prior. According to NAB chief economist Alan Oster, this is indicative of the “considerable strength” of online sales during the month, given June 2020 was already 53 per cent higher than June 2019.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Two retailers, based in Bolton and Banbury, have had their tobacco display gantries removed by Imperial Tobacco following violations of the Tobacco and Related Products Regulations 2016, and they will no longer receive any sales support from the company. Zeashan Muhammed Din, of AHZ News, Oasthouse, Sandhurst Drive, Breightmet, Bolton was convicted by Wigan magistrates.
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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.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Since the pandemic hit, people all around the globe are focusing on leading a more sustainable lifestyle, which has seen a rise in micromobility, according to Alison Angus, head of consumer lifestyles at Euromonitor. “The pandemic has shaken consumers to their core. They’re reevaluating how they live and the choices that they make,” Angus said at last week’s Euromonitor webinar The World Beyond The Pandemic.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Rum brand Dead Man’s Fingers has released three limited edition design bottles for its Spiced Rum variant. The £50 bottles include three different designs, including flaming red and green skulls, available in 1.75-litre packs to “tap into the trend for larger pack sizes”. The brand has also kicked off a sampling campaign running until 4. This story continues at Dead Man’s Fingers limited edition design supported by £250k campaign.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Confidence among those in the restaurant sector has fallen from +42 (net balance) in January 2021, to +25 recorded in June, due largely to concerns about the slow progress of Covid vaccinations in Australia. According to the the latest Deliveroo HospoVitality Index Report , only 46 per cent of hospitality businesses say they feel positive about the future of their sector in Australia, a decline from 59 per cent at the start of the year, while 21 per cent feel negative about the future of the sec
Retail Times
AUGUST 2, 2021
EQUANS, (the new name for ENGIE’s services-led activity), has reached a major milestone through its rapid electric vehicle charging network partnership with Morrisons. In total, the partnership has now enabled customers to save 2,000 tonnes of carbon and has dispensed 2,500 megawatt hours of energy – which is enough to power a vehicle around the planet 350 times.
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
Inside Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
In July, German supermarket brand Aldi opened its first Corner Store concept store in North Sydney to little fanfare. Given Sydney was in the midst of a Covid lockdown at the time, there wasn’t much of a song and dance, but it shows we should never forget that convenience will always be the fundamental battle ground of retail. On its website, Aldi describes the store as being, “like a regular Aldi, only a bit smaller.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 2, 2021
Black and White Impressions of the Film WThey were born for each other. The white geometric forms are placed in.
Retailing Insight
AUGUST 2, 2021
A re you new to the world of influencer marketing? If so, you might be wondering where to begin. Do you know influencer marketing helps both startups and brands build their brand awareness, get more customers, and drive conversions? But you can’t just jump into any influencer marketing campaign without a strategy! To get you started, here are five tips to help launch your first campaign: 1 Set Campaign Goals.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 2, 2021
Snappy Shopper and Central England Co-op have signed a deal under which shoppers in the Midlands and East Anglia will now be able to order rapid-delivery groceries online from 141 local Central England Co-op stores. The scheme aims to have orders delivered in “as little as 30 minutes”. The number of Central England Co-op stores. This story continues at Snappy Shopper’s expansion continues in deal with Central England Co-op.
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