Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail’s blocks used to be entirely brick and mortar. E-commerce then shifted some blocks online. Now, blockchain is building on the foundations of both by influencing everything from payments and loyalty programs to retail locations and supply chains. Building payments with blockchain The idea that a major retailer could provide its own stablecoin, or fiat-backed cryptocurrency, is tantalising.
Retail Focus
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Grosvenor has announced that women’s active streetwear brand, Red Run, has opened the doors to its new flagship store at Liverpool ONE. The opening is an important milestone in the growth of the popular fashion-forward brand and represents Liverpool ONE’s dedication to supporting the development of local, independent businesses. The new 1,400 sq ft store on Liverpool ONE’s Manesty’s Lane showcases Red Run’s cleverly curated, high-quality active streetwear collections and to celebrate the openi
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Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
L’Occitane beauty brand Sol de Janeiro is expanding in Asia Pacific travel retail channels through a partnership with Heinemann Australia, starting with an installation at Sydney Airport’s international departures area. Sol de Janeiro, meaning “Sun of January” in Portuguese, was founded by Heela Yang, inspired by her time in Brazil.
Dezeen
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Cultural centre Het Nieuwe Instituut is rethinking the archetypal museum shop with a pop-up at Dutch Design Week , designed to encourage more ethical, resource-conscious consumption. Instead of offering a straightforward exchange of wares for money, New Store 1.0 offers patrons the opportunity to trade their urine for a piece of P**s Soap and encourages them to place their phones on specially designed fixtures to provide lighting for the venue once the sun goes down.
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.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
US modern home furniture chain Blu Dot has opened a showroom in Collingwood, Melbourne. The launch marks the brand’s second brick-and-mortar store in the country and 17th worldwide since its establishment in 2008. Preston Lane designed the building’s architecture while Hecker Guthrie was in charge of its interiors, combining modern and heritage architectural elements.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A new study has revealed that Korean food is the cheapest cuisine to make at home, with a meal on average costing £2.69 per portion and £10.79 for a family of four* – over half the price of the UK’s favourite Chinese dishes including the chow mein.
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All Work
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Text generators, harnessed by the power of AI Large Language Models (LLMs) such as ChatGPT or Bard, have become useful companions for architects and designers. AI tools have immediate value in marketing and very early design exploration, but they are not yet game changers in the design process or in driving final outcomes. It is becoming clear that a new generation of AI tools will assist in speeding up many complex or repetitive tasks such as code review, adjacency optimization, or sustainabi
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Greeting card retailer Hallmark Australia has opened a new concept retail store at Blackburn Square Shopping Centre in Victoria. Aside from gift cards and gift packaging, the new store offers Hallmark-branded collectibles such as Keepsake ornaments, recordable storybooks, and newly launched Better Together plushies. In addition, the store offers locally sourced items including Frankie Gusti candles, Miss Frankie nail polishes, and Bopo Women beauty products.
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2023
We used available finishing materials to embody this aesthetic in the space. Rough textures on the walls resembling concrete and.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
As China’s economy grapples with the aftermath of the pandemic, e-commerce giants Alibaba and JD.com are pulling out all the stops for their annual Singles Day shopping festivals, with both players set to unleash an unprecedented level of discounts and deals. While Alibaba seeks to offset declining consumer confidence with a wide array of 80 million discounted products and price reductions of up to 15 per cent, JD.com has chosen to break away from traditional pre-sales, offering genuine l
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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 Wanted
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Over the past few months, my interest in designer work gear has grown significantly. Here’s a fun anecdote: a couple of years ago, I was assembling […] The post How to work more efficiently: the remarkable tale of a Keyboard appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Founded in 1934, Ashford Handicrafts is a family-owned New Zealand brand that specialises in manufacturing spinning wheels and weaving looms for crafting. Here, director James Ashford discusses re-entering a business he grew up working in, and how it’s using emerging technology to facilitate innovation in the crafting category. Inside Retail : Tell me about Ashford Handicrafts?
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 23, 2023
UK-based designer Yihan Dong develops Viwipe with bioengineering researcher and doctor Kenny Malpartida Cardenas – a prototype HPV home-testing kit utilizing menstrual blood collected in the […] The post Breaking social taboos and ensuring accessibility with at-home HPV test Viwipe appeared first on DesignWanted.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Providoor has relaunched in Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane following the acquisition made by founder of Seventh Street Ventures Sam Benjamin. The company’s comeback features a line-up of celebrity chefs and food personalities such as Matt Preston, Silvia Colloca, Anna Polyviou, Luke Nguyen, Gary Mehigan, Manu Feildel, Justin Narayan, and George Calombaris.
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.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! With UK shoppers tipped to spend a predicted £3 billion on Black Friday in 2023, margin protection and mobile engagement will spell the key to successful Cyber Week campaigns, the latest report from Wunderkind, the leading cross-channel performance marketing solution, reveals.
Drytac
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Chris Crawford will bring a wealth of experience to his new role at Drytac, having worked in the print and sign markets for 18 years. Drytac , the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, is delighted to announce the appointment of Chris Crawford as Territory Sales Manager for the Southwest US.
Eye on ESG
OCTOBER 23, 2023
What is a taxonomy anyway? The EU’s “Taxonomy” is a classification framework that determines whether an economic activity is environmentally sustainable. Under EU legislation, “large” EU companies will soon need to report on their taxonomy “alignment” as part of their mandatory sustainability disclosures. This means, at risk of oversimplifying, reporting on the extent to which the activities of their business corresponds to what the EU views as “environmentally sustainable”.
Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Is your company sending you to a trade show for the first time? Are you curious about what you should expect? Are you at all nervous about how you might perform as a booth staff member? First, let me say congratulations. It’s no small thing to represent your company on a show floor that is full of potential clients looking for their next big partnership.
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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.
Eye on ESG
OCTOBER 23, 2023
On 27 September 2023, Brazil’s Supreme Court concluded the trial of Extraordinary Appeal No. 1,017,365, which discussed a cut-off date for indigenous occupation as a requirement for demarcation of indigenous lands. Based on a strict interpretation of the Brazilian Constitution, the time limit thesis tried to implement a cut-off date to restrict indigenous land claims, arguing that only indigenous lands occupied on the date of the 1988 Constitution promulgation could be demarcated by the Federal
Instore Design
OCTOBER 23, 2023
You’ve heard the debate by now: Is eCommerce making brick-and-mortar retail obsolete? Or is there still room for sales success in physical locations? If you are a brick-and-mortar retailer, don’t fret! 90% of sales still occur inside of a physical retail environment. But here's what you need to know: the way consumers shop and engage with your brand is changing!
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Amcor, a global leader in developing and producing responsible packaging solutions, in collaboration with Saputo Dairy UK, a producer of leading British food brands, have been awarded ‘Flexible Plastic Pack of the Year’ at the UK Packaging Awards 2023.
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Founded in 1993, KANIN KONGE Cashmere is a renowned company specialized in cashmere and silk products development, production, sales and.
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
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A headline BA listing isn’t simply a memorable milestone for crisp connoisseurs, Made for Drink, it’s putting to bed down some unfinished business that harks back to 2020, when the out-of-the-blue arrival of COVID resulted in the unfortunate suspension of a one month exploratory collaboration between the nation’s favourite airline and the leading voice w
Bay Cities
OCTOBER 23, 2023
In the ever-evolving world of e-commerce, innovation and adaptation are the keys to success. E-PACK, a conference dedicated to eTail, had its 6th annual session this month with Bay Cities’ very own CEO and Chairman, Greg Tucker, invited back as a co-moderator.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! atria Watford, one of the UK’s most popular retail and leisure destinations, owned by property company SGS and asset managed by Global Mutual, is pleased to announce that leading fashion retailer, ZARA has signed to open a new store at the centre – set to open in early 2024.
CRP
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Custom Packaging Trends 2024: Three Innovations Transforming the Retail & Restaurant Industries Packaging was once considered merely a container for products. Now, it’s a powerful tool that can have a dramatic impact on your brand’s environmental footprint, customer experience, and perceived value. This evolution of packaging reflects the broader changes in societal values, consumer preferences, and technological advancements. 2024 marks a new year in packaging evolution.
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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
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Joe Browns, the Leeds-based, fashion and homes retailer, announced today (23 October 2023) its first ever TV campaign in its 25 year history. The campaign uses SkyAd Smart, with targeted ads reaching Sky viewers across the country and runs for four weeks.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This month sees the official launch of fu:di, a new purpose driven food brand on a mission to improve the metabolic health of the world – one slurp, bite or crunch at a time. Kicking off with an extensive range of sauces, the fledgling brand is the brainchild of two entrepreneurs, Tom Redwood and Ben […] If you want more information Retail Ti
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Alcohol-free beer brand Clean Break has launched a limited-edition Christmas cracker gift pack (filled with 3-cans of its 0.5% Progression Pale Ale) to allow people to give the gift of a clean break from the booze this December.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 23, 2023
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op serves-up its new-look Charminster Road, Bournemouth, store with a fresh new-look following a six-week programme of works and improvements. The convenience store supports 18 local jobs, and opens between 7am-11pm daily.
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
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