Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

In a significant move towards improved animal welfare, more than 200 brands have pledged their support to Humane Society International (HSI) Australia’s campaign to eliminate mulesing in the wool industry. The growing list of brands can be found in HSI’s Better Wool Guide for 2023. Mulesing is the controversial practice of removing strips of the skin of a lamb’s rear and is often done without pain relief.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 28, 2023

The VM and Display Show has announced the dates for their eagerly anticipated 2024 event. The show will take place on April 16th to 17th, 2024, at the esteemed Business Design Centre in London. It’s a vibrant opportunity that retail professionals should enthusiastically mark in their diaries. The VM and Display Show is not merely an event; it’s an experience that offers a fusion of learning, inspiration, and networking.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

A two-day immersive Indigenous art, design and food festival will be hosted at the Overseas Passenger Terminal on Sydney’s The Rocks this weekend (July 1 – 2). Dubbed ‘National Indigenous Art Fair’ (NIAF), the program – in its fourth season – celebrates a diverse range of Aboriginal and Torres Strait Islander arts and culture from across Australia. Peter Cooley, CEO of First Hand Solutions Aboriginal Corporation, organisers of the art fair, said the event is designed to welcome, educate and enga

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Retail Focus

JUNE 28, 2023

No matter what sort of retail environment you are working in, there will be some sort of surface available to you. Be it wall spaces in large high street shops and boutique stores, or simple countertops in smaller, even pop-up, locations, surfaces are a blank canvas for retailers to utilise in the most effective manner possible. What is perhaps most surprising is the amount of these areas that go underutilised.

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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.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

Upparel – a textile recovery and recycling startup – has developed a new material that offers sustainable and circular alternatives for corflute, cardboard, fibreglass, polyurethane, and polystyrene – closing the loop on textile waste. Dubbed Uptex, the company said the new material has “exceptional performance and durability”, making it ideal for various applications such as packaging, homewares, insulation, and fashion.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 28, 2023

Armed with a design degree from the GBS School of Design in St. Gallen, Switzerland, Rea Stark swiftly established himself as a prominent figure in the […] The post Embracing the power of design: a conversation with Rea Stark appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Design Wanted

JUNE 28, 2023

Crafting a a mobile extension of architecture that would seamlessly blend into any living space – Italy-based Mattiazzi presented Oto by Studio Œ on the occasion […] The post Furniture that’s perfect for any space – Oto by Studio Œ for Mattiazzi appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

Earlier this year, the European Commission (EC) announced its 2030 vision for textiles, moving the goalposts once again when it comes to sustainable and circular solutions for fashion’s waste problem. According to the report, global textile production nearly doubled between 2000 and 2015, and by 2030, the consumption of clothing and footwear is expected to increase by 63 per cent from 62 million tonnes today to 102 million tonnes.

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Barber Design

JUNE 28, 2023

We know online shopping and we know offline shopping, but what about all the other aspects of digitalisation within the retail environment or in the consumers’ path to purchase? Hybrid shopping is the best of both worlds and is being delivered in various forms. Retailers need to react to customers arriving in their stores or online after experiencing their app, website or prior real-life browsing.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

Despite discretionary spending continuing to soften, retail spending rose 4.2 per cent year-on-year in May, according to data from the Australian Bureau of Statistics (ABS). Shoppers spent $35.5 million in stores and online with significant spending observed in food, up 6.1 per cent and cafes, restaurants, and takeaway services at 12.7 per cent. Clothing, footwear, and accessories sales were up 4 per cent followed by department store sales at 3.4 per cent while household goods fell by 4.4 per ce

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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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Design Wanted

JUNE 28, 2023

Showcasing how design thinking can pave a path for a promising new future utilizing materials already available – FÓLK collaborated with Studio Flétta to fabricate a […] The post A sustainable Airbag by FÓLK x Studio Flétta, presented at 3daysofdesign appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

When tech giant Apple joined China’s livestreaming frenzy, a major driving force of the e-commerce boom in the world’s second biggest economy, it launched without deep discounts or a celebrity host to pull millions of viewers. Yet Apple’s show, hosted by product experts offering tips on making movies with iPhones or using the Apple Watch as a workout aid, drew 300,000 likes and more than 1.3 million viewers within an hour in May.

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Drytac

JUNE 28, 2023

Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the appointment of Kieran Blacknall as Academy Manager in the UK. Based out of Drytac’s specialist facility in Bristol, Kieran will oversee the Drytac Academy’s extensive curriculum of training courses for display graphics professionals.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2023

Earlier this week, Metcash Group’s chief executive Doug Jones fronted investors to talk through a record year. The business’ underlying profit after tax jumped 4.6 per cent year-on-year to $307.5 million, a 54.7 per cent increase from the same period three years ago. But with Australia already in a ‘ retail recession ’, and the chances of an economic recession hitting next year being high , Metcash’s FY24 could look quite different from its FY23 results if the changes in customer behaviour conti

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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.

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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

This innovative and conscious concept demonstrates the role of creatives such as BLOOM to turn a challenge of today in.

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Retail Store Windows

JUNE 28, 2023

We've recently noticed that the hoarding around this brands new store on Bond street and just around the corner from this site has been taken partially down and just a snippet of the new store is revealed although possibly it will be several more months before everything is launched. Very exciting. The store along Regent street is looking fantastic and we love these stacked inflatables currently in their windows.

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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

RARA, a whole-house custom brand, shows the concept of“squareness and roundness”in the exhibition hall which gives the architecture both artistic.

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Mindful Design

JUNE 28, 2023

When you are starting your adventure in restaurant design and ownership, remember that your project involves much more than just creating a beautiful space. Restaurant design also requires meticulous attention to health and building codes, which may put a damper on your enthusiasm. However, these regulations serve to protect the well-being and safety of both […] The post Complying with Health and Building Codes in Restaurant Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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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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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

Situated on the Plateau de Saclay, a science cluster of international renown, the new Research & Innovation Centre of the.

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Fuhrmann Construction

JUNE 28, 2023

Lighting plays a crucial role in commercial interior design. It not only enhances the aesthetic appeal but also impacts the functionality and atmosphere of a space. With the right lighting strategies, business owners can create inviting, productive, and visually appealing environments for their commercial spaces. Here are five lighting strategies to consider: Use Layered Lighting for Versatility and Ambiance One of the most effective lighting techniques for commercial spaces is the use of layere

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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

Curator’s Insight: Mamauki Coffee House is a good example of how the shape of the labels, illustrations and typography can.

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Eye on ESG

JUNE 28, 2023

A new requirement for most developments to achieve a minimum level of “biodiversity net gain” will come into force in November this year. For some this will be an additional burden when preparing planning applications, but others will see it as an opportunity to create value through enhancing biodiversity whilst burnishing their “green” credentials.

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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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Retail Times

JUNE 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Biscuiteers, the UK’s leading hand-iced biscuit company, is proud to announce the expansion of its wholesale offering with the launch of a new bespoke all-year-round co-branded collection at Harrods Food Hall.

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Eye on ESG

JUNE 28, 2023

On 26 June 2023, the International Sustainability Standards Board (“ISSB”) issued its long-awaited inaugural global sustainability disclosure standards: IFRS S1 ( General Requirements for Disclosure of Sustainability-related Financial Information ) and IFRS S2 ( Climate-related Disclosures ) (together, the “Standards”). The ISSB also released a related Sustainability Standards Navigator tool and a three-minute video.

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JUNE 28, 2023

TULARE, CA – The World AG Expo is coming to Tulare, CA showcasing the latest and greatest products in the agriculture industry. The show dates for the World AG Expo are February 13 th – 15 th , 2024. Hosted by the International Agri-Center (IAC), the World AG Expo stands as a global agricultural trade show of immense scale. Recognized as one of the largest of its kind, this event shares the stage with the California Antique Equipment Show.

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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

Founded by husband-and-wife team Rasim and Alla Akperov, the Moskvichka chain of hair and nail salons in Moscow has shown.

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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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Retail Times

JUNE 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In the afterglow of a post-pandemic world, the future of retail is steadfastly being shaped by digital, as shoppers envision a future where nearly two-thirds (64%) of their shopping will be online in the next 10 years.

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Retail Design Blog

JUNE 28, 2023

Evoke Projects was tasked to complete the fit-out and design for the Morrow Sodali offices in Sydney, Australia. Morrow Sodali.

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Eye on ESG

JUNE 28, 2023

On June 22, 2023, the International Capital Markets Association (ICMA) issued its first update of its Climate Transition Finance Handbook (CTFH) since its original publication in December 2020 1 and an updated version of its Sustainability-Linked Bond Principles (SLBPs). In its related press release , ICMA states that the updated CTFH: [I]ntegrates the progress made by the market and the official sector on climate transition guidance and disclosures.

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