Retail Focus

DECEMBER 21, 2023

With rapidly increasing use and adoption of artificial intelligence (AI) in their day-to-day lives, UK shoppers are increasingly expecting retailers to leverage AI to improve their buying journeys, the latest research from Intellias , the global retail technology partner, reveals. Top 5 areas where AI delivers the most value to UK consumers:- 1 – Pricing and promotions – 28% 2 – Loyalty – real-time personalised rewards – 18% 3 – Product discovery when searchin

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Dezeen

DECEMBER 21, 2023

3D-printed shelving structures informed by Catalan-modernist buildings were used for shelving in this store designed by External Reference for a Spanish jewellery brand. Experimental jewellery designer Adriana Manso asked Carmelo Zappulla's studio External Reference to develop a suitably unusual interior concept for her first physical store in the city.

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Retail Focus

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Laminate is becoming increasingly realistic and it has a huge number of benefits. If you have a busy household then laminate is a fantastic choice too. If you want to find out more about laminate or what benefits it has to offer then the only thing you have to do is take a look below. Easy Manufacturing Process One thing to know about oak laminate flooring is that it has a photo image that has several high-density and protective layers.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, Krispy Kreme announces a brand new concept for its ‘hottest’ new shop, set to open on 16th February 2024. The new shop will bring the brand’s iconic Hot Light experience to the West End for the first time ever, giving doughnut lovers the chance to try hot Original Glazed doughnuts, fresh off the line.

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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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Design Middleeast

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Professor Louise Valentine, Head of the Design School at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, discusses how COP28 sustainability goals can be included into architectural design. Architects and designers help people see the potential in their environments. They use their entrepreneurial mindset to solve problems and facilitate innovation creatively. As a snapshot, architectural designers are concerned with creating quality construction, materials, energy efficiency, environmental conditions, policy deve

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Eye on ESG

DECEMBER 21, 2023

On 7 December 2023, the Commission tabled three legislative proposals (the “ Proposal(s) ”) to implement the “One-substance-one-assessment” (“ OSOA ”) announced in the European Green Deal and the Chemicals Strategy for Sustainability (“ CSS ”). At present, different harmonised agencies may carry out the safety assessments of the same chemicals under different pieces of harmonized legislation, at different times and often using different data.

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

DECEMBER 21, 2023

WASHINGTON, DC – The Otakon 2024 event is a three-day conference held at the Walter E. Washington Convention Center in Washington, DC. The Otakon show dates are August 2 nd – 4 th , 2024. Established in 1994, Otakon is an annual summer event celebrating Asian pop culture, including anime, manga, movies, video games, and more, along with its enthusiastic community.

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RepslyBlog

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Embarking on a mission to revolutionize retail execution, the Repsly team has consistently delivered on its commitment to enhancing the mobile and web app experience for users. As we reflect on our journey, the focus remains steadfast on providing a platform that not only meets but exceeds expectations.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Famed for its craftsmanship, quality and distinctive flavour profiles, Salcombe Distilling Co., proud creators of Salcombe Gin, is thrilled to announce their multi-award-winning flagship gins ‘Start Point’ and ‘Rosé Sainte Marie’ are now available at numerous airport duty-free stores.

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Design Middleeast

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Pooja Dhingra, Regional Sustainability Manager, Al-Futtaim IKEA in the UAE, Oman, Qatar, and Egypt, discusses the brand’s commitment to sustainability and how they are working to achieve their goals. By Roma Arora Do innovation and sustainability go hand in hand? At Al-Futtaim IKEA, we’re more than just a family-owned business. We are deeply rooted in the success of the region.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cribbs Mall is gearing up for an exciting New Year following a successful 2023 in which 36 leasing transactions took the principal West Country shopping centre to almost 100% occupancy. Joint asset managers of Cribbs Mall – M&G Real Estate and Pradera Lateral – reported that during 2023, 110,663sq ft of leasing transactions were concluded. […]

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The popular shopping centre situated in the heart of Stirling, Thistles has reported as successful year, stating a 7.2% increase in footfall in comparison to 2022. As the combined average of all Scottish retail’s footfall comes to 4.6%, Thistles now reflects on a highly successful year while also looking ahead to the projected increase as […] If yo

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Jordan 1 is the most popular trainer of 2023, according to new data. The research, conducted by sports fashion retailer JD, has revealed that the iconic sneakers synonymous with legendary basketballer Michael Jordan came out on top as the biggest trainers of the year.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Almost half of Brits (47%) hosting Christmas dinner admitted that they would lie and serve a vegan guest a non-vegan dish in a bid to make their lives easier. Furthermore, a shocking 36% of those surveyed admitted they’d avoid inviting anyone with any challenging dietary preferences to their Christmas dinner.

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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 Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Seven out of 10 small business owners (70%) have spent less time with family and friends while facing challenges caused by the cost-of-living crisis, according to a survey. Half of entrepreneurs (47%) said their work/life balance had changed over the past 12 months and 34% said they have been forced to spend less time with […] If you want more info

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Toolstation, one of Britain’s fastest-growing suppliers of tools, accessories and building supplies, has joined forces with its sister company, Travis Perkins, the UK’s largest distributor of materials to the construction sector, and Places for People, the UK’s leading social enterprise, to support Volunteer It Yourself (VIY) and help transform the

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Landsec has today announced that Nike will bring its concept store, Nike Rise, to Trinity Leeds next year. Nike will join a number of international brands who have signed at the centre this year. The 10,000sq ft Nike Rise store is expected to open in 2024.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Over the past three years, it’s been an honour to be part of the Sustainable Packaging team at IGD, and the latest phase of our work has been especially exciting – In partnership with environmental charity, Hubbub, we’ve just completed a revealing series of ‘refill on the go’ trials with three major UK retailers – […] If you want more informa

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the nation gears up to hit the road for the Christmas holidays, bp is getting ready for its annual rush as festive folk stop off to stock up on food, drink and last-minute gifts. The retailer estimates that in the three-week run up to Christmas day, a staggering 1.5 million cups of coffee will be sold in its 300 company owned stores across the UK as B

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Majestic, the UK’s largest specialist wine retailer, has rewarded its colleagues with additional time off during the Christmas and New Year period as a thank you for their hard work during 2023. Majestic has confirmed that it will close all 208 of its stores across England, Scotland and Wales for an extra day, on 2nd […] If you want more informatio

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As 2023 comes to a close, IKEA Retail has revealed the most searched for items this year. Celebrating 80 years of enriching homes, IKEA Retail (Ingka Group) has identified the top searches for products across its website, revealing that even in this dynamic era, classic products continue to capture the attention of consumers.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! UK retailers are predicted to see sales reach £1.37bn on the last Saturday before Christmas (23rd December) as consumers stock up on last minute items ahead of the big day. The Shopping for Christmas: The build up to Christmas and Boxing Day sales report by VoucherCodes.co.uk forecasts that retail spending will decrease by 12% YoY […] If you want

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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

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lounge Underwear has continued its exciting expansion plans after agreeing a 10-year lease for a 2,746 sq ft unit at Manchester Arndale. Founded in 2015, Lounge’s new location at Manchester Arndale will become the underwear and apparel retailer’s fifth UK store, as it continues its mission of supporting and encouraging women worldwide to feel sexy [̷

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 21, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi Scotland has raised over £10,000 for Scottish foodbanks in 2023 thanks to its popular Supermarket Sweep initiative. Launched in 2016, Aldi’s Supermarket Sweep gives customers in Scotland the chance to dash through the aisles in a nostalgic take on the 90s show, all while supporting local foodbanks.

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