Design Boom
AUGUST 9, 2021
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
The Queensland Government has offered a number of initiatives to help businesses struggling with the spreading state lockdown. The measures include deferring payroll tax payments for eligible businesses, deferment of some fees, and the extension of a $5,000 one-off payment across the entirety of the state. Yesterday, Queensland’s lockdown extended into Cairns.
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Design Week
AUGUST 9, 2021
Salone del Mobile is set to make its return to Milan this September with a special edition of the annual festival. Usually held around April, Salone was one of the first major design events to be postponed – and eventually cancelled – last year as coronavirus swept through Italy. Supersalone, which takes place 5-10 September, will mix both digital and physical elements in an attempt to showcase over 400 brands both in-person and to those watching internationally.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Debate is raging as to whether COVID-19 vaccinations should be made mandatory for employees in certain industries , and who should be responsible for making the call. But, if the decision comes down to small business owners, they must be mindful of what they’re signing up for, and what liabilities they could be opening themselves up to. In New South Wales, at least, there’s legislation in the works that could make employers liable if their employee has an adverse reaction to the jab.
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
AUGUST 9, 2021
Jack Coker is a 21-year-old sustainable product design graduate from Falmouth University. His final project is the E-Ink Smart Card. Design Week: Can you explain what your final project was about? Jack Coker: For my final year project, I wanted to explore unplanned over-consumption. It’s a topic which in the UK is currently being promoted by rising contactless payment limits, and a loss of tactile presence provided by physical cash currencies.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
The retail landscape has shifted quite a bit in the last 18 months – with much of the change having been driven by a greater acceptance and use of e-commerce by customers as we move in and out of lockdowns. The businesses that were ready for the shift saw their foresight pay dividends, while those caught unaware have since struggled to keep up. However, one of the largest pain points for big and small retailers continues to impact the industry at large: how do you read and understand all the tra
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Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
When it comes to the biggest markets in the world, in terms of consumers, China is at the top of the list. Since men make up the majority of the market, they are the largest consumer group in the world, numbering over 723 million, according to figures from the National Bureau of Statistics in China.This is almost 35 million more than the number of women in the country.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Beer brand BrewDog is kicking off a campaign focusing on its environmental credentials. The “The Planet’s Favourite Beer” campaign includes a TV advert running throughout August and September across ITV programmes such as Love Island and Coronation Street, English Premier League Games on Sky Sports and the upcoming Paralympic Games on Channel 4 and All4, This story continues at BrewDog celebrates environmental initiatives with TV campaign.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Nano-gifting app Shouta is giving away $5 ‘Shouts’ for hospitality, retail and healthcare workers this August, hoping to help Aussies that have been helping the country get through the pandemic. The business allows users to easily give digital, customisable ‘nano-gifts’ to others in order to brighten someone’s day – with options starting at $5.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Snacks manufacturer Calbee is launching a plant-based snacking range, in a move designed to provide a “healthy alternative to traditional fried crisps and snacks”. The Harvest Snaps range will be available from September in two varieties – Sour Cream & Chive Lentil Rings and Thai Sweet Chilli Lentil Puffs – in a “variety of pack. This story continues at Calbee unveils new plant-based snacking range.
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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
AUGUST 9, 2021
As consumers, we’ve all experienced times when things have gone wrong with a purchase or service. An online order that gets lost in the post, going to a store to find an empty shelf, or finding a rip in a new jumper. These experiences are frustrating and can turn the excitement and anticipation of a new purchase into a negative experience. I experienced this recently.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Food and drink sales returned to year on year growth in July, after several months in which sales struggled to match last year’s peaks in the lockdown. In the latest BRC-KPMG sales monitor food sales increased 0.8% on a like-for-like basis over the three months to July. Susan Barratt, chief executive of the Institute of. This story continues at Food and drink sales rise again for first time since lockdown peaks.
Inside Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Last month, Australia’s competition and consumer watchdog, the ACCC, announced it was launching an inquiry into online marketplaces such as eBay, Amazon, Catch and Kogan, including their pricing practices, how they use seller data to launch competing product lines, how they handle consumer complaints (or not) and the ability of customers to leave and read reviews of sellers and products.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Ritter Sport has launched a range of impulse bars into Spar stores in Scotland, offering retailers an “entry-level trial size opportunity” to stock the brand. The Ritter Sport Mini range is available in 33g duo bars in Cornflake, Whole Hazelnut, Alpine Milk Chocolate and Butter Biscuits, retailing at 60p each. Katy Clark, head of marketing. This story continues at Ritter Sport rolls out impulse bars into Scottish Spar stores.
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.
VMS
AUGUST 9, 2021
Amazon (Seattle) has ordered all of its U.S. employees to wear masks at work regardless of their vaccination status, reports Reuters. Amazon has extended its remote work dates for U.S. workers until Jan. 3. “We are monitoring the situation closely and will continue to follow local government guidance and work closely with leading medical healthcare professionals, gathering their advice and recommendations as we go forward to ensure our buildings are optimized for the safety of our teams,&#
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Bakery brand Mademoiselle Desserts is launching its filled French Mini Beignets into Spar stores across Scotland. The pastries are available in three flavours – Chocolate & Hazelnut, Speculoos, and Double Choc. The brand said the range will bring a premium and more permissible French twist to everyday snacking and dessert occasions. Gareth Jones, commercial director.
VMS
AUGUST 9, 2021
Airport retailer Hudson (East Rutherford, N.J.) has launched Evolve by Hudson, a shop-in-shop that blends a specialty brand experience with travel essentials for on-the-go travelers, according to a press release. The first location is expected to open at Nashville International Airport later this summer. Brian Quinn, Hudson EVP and Deputy CEO, said, “Our new Evolve store will transform larger retail footprints, with the existing Hudson convenience model in mind, to curate a multi-brand concept t
Shopperations
AUGUST 9, 2021
When I started the “CPGers Who Rock It As Entrepreneurs” blog and podcast series, I focused on the people who left the corporate world entirely to start a new venture. Imagine my surprise when I learned that there is a different way to go about entrepreneurship, a less typical but, perhaps, a smarter way to.
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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.
VMS
AUGUST 9, 2021
U.S. malls are bucking recent trends, delivering results that are handily beating analyst estimates as well as besting 2019 performance, reports CNN. “Malls have certainly recovered from for the pandemic,” said Neil Saunders, managing director of GlobalData Retail, a consulting firm. “Consumer spending right now is robust. People haven’t spent all of the stimulus money yet.
Dezeen
AUGUST 9, 2021
Italian architect Vincenzo De Cotiis has designed Burberry 's London flagship store with mirrored lighting grids and chequerboard tiles that allude to the brand's signature check pattern. Opened last month, the shop on Knightsbridge's Sloane Street is spread over 857 square metres and three floors, which Burberry says were designed to "encapsulate the essence" of the fashion house.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 9, 2021
Turn Studio is Atlanta’s showcase fitness destination and features 5,000 square feet of luxury dedicated to interval training, cardio dance,
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Cider brand Frosty Jack’s has launched a limited edition strawberry variant exclusively available through Bestway. Frosty Jack’s Frosé is available in 440ml cans and is targeted at shoppers aged between 18 and 35. The flavour has been launched to offer increased sales opportunities for the independent retail sector, as “warmer summer weather helps drive increased.
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 Design Blog
AUGUST 9, 2021
The Australian food landscape is an amalgamation of food from all around the world, bringing together Asian and Western flavours.
Retail Times
AUGUST 9, 2021
Herefordshire-based fruit farmers turned craft gin distillery, Penrhos Gin has won a life-changing competition to have its bottles stocked in 900 supermarket stores and online. Aldi will sell 18,000 bottles of its gin made from ¼ of a tonne of fruit which would otherwise have gone to waste.
Retail Design Blog
AUGUST 9, 2021
COVID-19 has brought tremendous changes to our everyday lives, especially in the way we work.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
The Scottish Retail Consortium (SRC) has given a cautious welcome to the further lifting of lockdown restrictions from today (9 August). Ewan Macdonald-Russell, the SRC’s head of policy said: “Removing restrictions such as physical distancing in shops and welcome changes on self-isolation rules should simplify store operations. “However, many retailers are likely to maintain some.
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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 Design Blog
AUGUST 9, 2021
théATRE tea shop and pastry bakery is a small project characterized by a curved hand-made ceiling created by folding steel.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Several convenience store operators have been named and shamed among 191 businesses discovered to have broken minimum wage law. Her Majesty’s Revenue and Customs (HMRC) found that among all employers £2.1m was owed to more than 34,000 workers who were underpaid between 2011 and 2018. All the businesses have been ordered to repay the workers. This story continues at Convenience stores among those breaking minimum wage law.
Retail Store Windows
AUGUST 9, 2021
Wow these guys are changing their schemes faster than we can get out and capture them for you. The current scheme is a collaboration between the brand and Eva Jospin; You may remember that incredible embroidered backdrop to their recent AW21 haute couture show recently. Just look at these incredible plaster casts which form the backdrop to the product.
Talking Retail
AUGUST 9, 2021
Bestway Wholesale has revealed the seminar dates for its 2021 Retail Development Programme. The seminars provide retailers with an opportunity to learn best practice on how to best meet their customers’ needs. Retailers will hear directly from some of the biggest brands in the sector, who will provide company, category and brand performance updates, as.
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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