Design Boom
JUNE 23, 2021
the apple tower theatre encompasses one of apple's most significant restoration projects to date, taking over the historic los angeles' location. The post foster + partners transforms los angeles’ historic tower theatre into an apple store appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Focus
JUNE 23, 2021
Dalziel & Pow developed a new strategic vision for Zürcher Kantonalbank in response to evolving customer needs and aspirations, the exponential growth of digital platforms and tools, and the changing attitudes towards traditional advertising and marketing channels. The vision is to inspire personal progress and financial wellbeing, helping people feel inspired and motivated about their future – from saving and investing, to progressing in life, work and business.
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Inside Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Delivery provider Sendle has completed a $45 million Series C funding round to further it’s market expansion in the United States. Led by Afterpay-backed AP Ventures, the funding round will allow the business to expand its international business – which has grown tenfold since 2019 – and put the business in a good position for it’s next phase of growth, according to Sendle chief executive James Chin Moody.
Retail Focus
JUNE 23, 2021
Packaging data specialist, ecoveritas believes packaging design and innovation investment is now at risk due to the UK government’s Extended Producer Responsibility (EPR) reforms. . Should these proposed EPR reforms be implemented, ecoveritas CEO David-Harding Brown claims that the available budgets for developing effective, sustainable and minimal waste packaging may ‘simply evaporate’ before the revival period even begins. .
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
JUNE 23, 2021
Woolworths’ drinks and hotels business, Endeavour Group, will begin trading independently on the ASX today, 24 June, on a conditional and deferred settlement basis. Shares in Endeavour Group, which owns and operates the Dan Murphy’s and BWS liquor chains as well as a number of hotels, will be transferred to eligible Woolies’ shareholders on July 1, which will see the group trade on a normal basis.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Nisa retailers are today (23 June) introducing a new £5 frozen deal. The offer is supported by dedicated in-store POS, as well as activity on Nisa’s consumer-facing website and social media pages. The deal includes a Goodfella’s Stone Baked Pizza 452g, McCain Lightly Spiced Wedges 650g, Co-op Garlic Baguettes 2 pk, Birds Eye Wholegrain Nuggets. This story continues at Nisa retailers introduce new £5 frozen deal.
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Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
The team behind Local Rewards, the service that aims to help retailers recover from the impact of the pandemic, is searching for 3,600 people to become the champions of their local high streets. Local Rewards enables participating retailers to cross-promote and support their high street neighbours to create an online network of connected traders or.
Inside Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Retail has changed a lot in the last year. And while it’s clear that a lot of that had to do with the pandemic, shutting down bricks-and-mortar, much of the change came from consumers expecting more from retailers’ with regard to their online offers. And, truth be told, they still do. While a lot of businesses jumped on the online delivery bandwagon during the last year, there are very few that are actually doing it well.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Snacking company Pladis is adding an Indulgent Chocolate Cherry flavour to its McVitie’s V.I.B range. The variant will roll-out into convenience stores from July with an RRP of £1.79, joining the existing line-up of Classic Caramel Bliss, Heavenly Chocolate Hazelnut and Luscious Blood Orange. It features a digestive biscuit coated in a layer of chocolate.
Inside Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Australia’s Fashion Capital, also known as Chadstone shopping centre in Melbourne, is celebrating its 60th anniversary this year. In that time, the way people shop has changed dramatically. But according to Chadstone’s centre manager Michael Whitehead, some things have stayed the same. “At Chadstone, we continue to deliver memorable and first-to-market retail experiences for visitors to enjoy,” he told Inside Retail.
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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.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Barr Soft Drinks is kicking off a campaign for its Irn-Bru brand as part of a £6m investment. Launching from July, the campaign includes a TV advert and content across digital and social media platforms, aiming to reach 90% of 16- to 34-year-olds in Scotland and the North of England Retailers will be able to. This story continues at Irn-Bru drives sales with £6m campaign.
Inside Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
New research reveals that a vast majority of Australians do not agree with the government-mandated business closures and do not want small businesses be subjected to these measures again should another lockdown occur. The survey, commissioned by parcel delivery service CouriersPlease (CP) involving 1010 Australians, found that 77 per cent think it was unfair that big retailers deemed essential services could continue trading during last years’ pandemic-induced lockdowns while small retailers had
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
Over half (55%) of UK adults will interact with brands more through digital and virtual channels than face-to-face post-pandemic, according to new research from Nuance.
Inside Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Woolworths is restructuring its NSW distribution centre operations, announcing two new facilities, closing one and repurposing another. The company’s supply chain division Primary Connect will invest $400 million in building a 76,000sqm fresh-food DC in Western Sydney’s Wetherill Park, pictured above, which will serve more than 280 Woolworths stores across the state from 2023.
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.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
More than 87,600 cigarettes and 207 packets of tobacco have been seized by Hull City Council’s Trading Standards Team and Humberside Police during visits to a number of premises. On one site 12,520 cigarettes and 207 packets of tobacco were concealed in a hydraulically operated hidden compartment under a concrete floor in the shop’s toilet. This story continues at Illegal tobacco seized in Hull.
Design Wanted
JUNE 23, 2021
We talked to Eberhard Schrempf, the managing director of Creative Industries Styria about the designers’ responsibility in shaping our future, and how the Austrian creative community is evolving towards that purpose. Founded in 2007, Creative Industries Styria is the Austrian organization that acts as a bridge between the creative industries and the traditional economy.
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
Hold on to your Dough Balls, it’s gonna be one hell of a ride. When PizzaExpress founder, Peter Boizot, opened his first pizzeria in London in 1965 he brought more than just pizza…he created an entire new dining culture in the UK. Having injected noise, fun, and innovation to the UK in the 1960’s, in […].
Design Wanted
JUNE 23, 2021
One of the most influential designers of our time, Karim Rashid has created more than 3000 designs, won more than 300 awards, and worked in over 40 countries. Born in Cairo, and raised in Canada, Rashid attended Carleton University in Ottawa and pursued his graduate design studies in Italy with Ettore Sottsass. Today, he runs his private studio in New York, where he works on projects ranging from products, furniture and lighting to interiors and fashion items.
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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.
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
It’s not just frocks which are seeing a rental boom, with John Lewis announcing today that it will be expanding its first furniture rental service - doubling the range to offer over 200 lines - following last year’s hugely successful trial which partnered with Fat Llama.
Design Week
JUNE 23, 2021
London-based branding studio Turquoise has unveiled new branding for the UEFA Europa League and the soon-to-be-launched UEFA Europa Conference League. The Europa League was founded in 1971, and is the second-tier of European club football after the Champions League. This year sees the league restructured however, with the number of teams involved streamlined from 48 to 32.
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
Decathlon UK is delighted to have opened a concession store at Tesco’s Culverhouse Cross supermarket near Cardiff on Thursday 17 June. This is Decathlon’s first store opening in Wales as the company continues to expand its physical presence across the UK, helping the British population lead healthier and more active lifestyles.
Dezeen
JUNE 23, 2021
Chinese studio FOG Architecture has added curved walls, mirrored surfaces and faux stone to the interiors of aromatherapy brand ToSummer's flagship store in Beijing. Located in Beijing's Taikoo Li Sanlitun shopping village, FOG Architecture designed the 170-square-metre ToSummer store to recall the atmosphere of a cave. Top: a mirrored screen was placed at the entrance to the store.
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
JUNE 23, 2021
Tiboo has just launched a new e-commerce website enabling consumers to purchase bamboo-based products including Toilet Paper and Kitchen Rolls. Customers can purchase the products individually, or in packs and can also subscribe to receive regular deliveries throughout the year. Tiboo does not use paper pulp from trees, they use pure bamboo instead which is one of the world’s fastest-growing plants regrowing fully within two years.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Imperial Tobacco has launched Gold Leaf Carnival Edition Papers and an improved click and close pouch feature. The limited edition papers will be available from July for its Gold Leaf 30g pouches (£12.80) until the end of September, featuring one of four carnival designs rotated throughout the launch period. The click and close feature will. This story continues at Gold Leaf unveils limited edition carnival papers.
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
It is fun, dynamic and elegant: This summer sees the launch of YOU.FO throughout Europe. YOU.FO is an innovative sports and leisure game based on throwing and catching an aerodynamic ring with specially designed sticks. You can play freestyle, in pairs or in teams of three or four people. You score by throwing the ring into your opponent’s zone. Brookline is already distributing YOU.FO among retailers throughout Europe and the United Kingdom.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Henderson Group has renewed its partnership with renewable electricity supplier 3T Power for a third year. The group’s Mallusk-based headquarters will continue to be powered by wind electricity generated via 3T Power’s network of independent wind turbines across Northern Ireland. 3T Power has been supplying energy to the group’s warehousing facilities and retail network since.
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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
JUNE 23, 2021
Miele has launched a global brand campaign that shows how the brand is offering its customers ‘Quality Ahead of Its Time’, underpinned by its core values of craftsmanship, performance and sustainability. The campaign also highlights that Miele products are designed for long-lasting performance – providing a level of quality and sustainability that makes an important counterpoint to a throwaway culture.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
The rapid delivery channel, which delivers food and groceries to consumers in less than one hour and often under 30 minutes, is currently worth £1.4bn, new research reveals. A report from IGD, which looks at the size, scope and growth of the new channel, also reveals that the estimated size of the opportunity will grow. This story continues at Rapid delivery sector worth £1.4bn, IGD estimates.
Retail Times
JUNE 23, 2021
To align with Autumn Fair at the NEC Birmingham, Moda will now open its doors on 5th-8th September 2021 allowing buyers to experience the all-encompassing fashion and retail destination for a whole extra day, with a line-up of exclusive and new brands including Fly London, Hukka Design, Jayley Collection, and Godske, and a headline partnership with the British Footwear Association.
Talking Retail
JUNE 23, 2021
Nescafé has launched its Gold Iced Coffee products into convenience stores. Nescafé Gold Iced Cappuccino and Nescafé Gold Iced Latte Salted Caramel contain seven sachets per box, retailing at £2.98 each, and are available in Unitas wholesalers now. They will also roll-out into CJ Lang wholesalers from tomorrow (24 June). Laura Branch-Parker, senior brand manager at Nestlé.
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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