Wed.Feb 23, 2022

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kengo kuma tops retail pavilion in thailand with rhythmic sequence of floating roofs

Design Boom

the pavilion fuses traditional asian architecture and modern design, generating an iconic addition to the well-known amanpuri resort in phuket. The post kengo kuma tops retail pavilion in thailand with rhythmic sequence of floating roofs appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Research sheds light on the Australian e-commerce consumer journey

Inside Retail

The e-commerce boom of the last two years has been felt across the globe, and the Australian market is no exception. If last year felt slightly less volatile than the one before it, it might be because business owners and markets as a whole have learned to keep a finger on the pulse of change and respond quickly. There has been a wealth of research carried out in an attempt to shed light on the rapidly changing e-commerce landscape.

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Danish fashion retailer, Colorful Standard, opens flagship space in Seven Dials

Retail Focus

Shaftesbury has announced that popular Danish fashion retailer, Colorful Standard, has opened a permanent flagship space in Seven Dials. This coincides with the opening of two new experience-led retail brands within the Seven Dials neighbourhood, Apex Rides and Hidden Planet, demonstrating the destination’s continuous retail appeal. Colorful Standard was first introduced to Seven Dials last year, with a pop-up store located on 18 Earlham Street as part of the retailer’s London expansion.

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Sportscraft parent APG & Co appoints new CEO

Inside Retail

Australian fashion and lifestyle retailer APG & Co has appointed Elisha Hopkinson as its new CEO. APG & Co owns Australian fashion brands Sportscraft, Saba and Jag. The company operates around 200 brick-and-mortar stores across Australia and New Zealand, along with concessions in David Jones department stores. Hopkinson has more than 14 years of experience working within the fashion industry both in Australia and internationally.

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Turn Payments Into Personalization: Unlock the Value of Transaction Data

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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Luxury tableware emporium Bonadea opens on Pimlico Road

Retail Focus

The exclusive interior design of Bonedea brings to life the narrative of ‘Bona Dea’ the roman goddess that inspired the name of the luxury emporium. Studio Clementine has created a stunning backdrop to display the exquisite objet d’art, it is an invitation to step into an ethereal world full of intricate details, romantic and playful touches befitting a goddess.

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Higher average spend, overseas growth boost Retail Food Group’s first half

Inside Retail

Retail Food Group says an increase in average transaction values across its franchised cafe and restaurant chains shows its ‘franchise first’ turnaround strategy is paying off. Bookended by different waves of the Covid-19 pandemic, the company’s half-year was marked by falling customer footfall in many of its mall-housed outlets, especially in NSW, Victoria and the ACT where varying degrees of lockdown and social-distancing measures were in play during the six months.

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Analysis: Here’s how the pandemic has permanently changed the supply chain

Inside Retail

Whether a crisis lasts for weeks, months or years, it is clear that the global response to the pandemic has fundamentally changed consumer realities and the retailers they do business with. Whether it’s political upheaval causing shortages in microchips for cars or electrical devices, volcanoes grounding international travel, or more recently, a global pandemic, consumer behaviour has significantly changed as a result.

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Top 5 Cannabis Architectural Design Firms in the U.S.

Instore Design

Choosing a firm to design your cannabis space isn’t a decision to take lightly. Your choice will impact more than the look and feel of your facility or dispensary; because the cannabis industry is so highly regulated, your choice of architect could make or break your business.

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Allbirds sales increase, but losses continue

Inside Retail

New Zealand-founded eco-friendly lifestyle apparel brand Allbirds has just closed its best quarter yet, but the Nasdaq-listed company remains far from profitable. The company has reported a 27-per-cent increase in sales for the full 2021 year to US$277.5 million, despite the impact of Covid-19 on retail trading. Fourth-quarter revenue grew 23 per cent year on year and 43 per cent against 2019.

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New Dessert Shop Equipment to Consider for Your Store

Mindful Design

If you own a dessert store, offering a generous product selection is essential to attract today’s sophisticated customers. Even more, reinventing yourself and introducing new desserts based on new trends keeps it all fresh and ensures constant interest in your business. In order to do this, some new dessert shop equipment is in order, so […].

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

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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Woolworths’ ballooning underpayments muddy a strong half

Inside Retail

In its half-year results yesterday , Australia’s largest private employer Woolworths Group declared that it found another $144 million in staff underpayments through its own payroll system review – bringing the running total to around $550 million. Specifically, the retail conglomerate said it had incorrectly accounted for long service rules across various states, as well as failing to properly pay team members overtime rates.

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UK retailers see a decline in footfall and a slow start to 2022

Retail Times

January is traditionally a month where footfall in stores is high, with customers swarming to the high street to bag some bargains in the January sales. However, a combination of events including the Covid 19 pandemic, a cost-of-living crisis and a move to online shopping may have contributed to disappointing footfall figures in the UK in January.

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Adairs’ growth remains stable in the first half

Inside Retail

Bedding and homewares retailer Adairs reported that the business continued to perform well despite Covid-related disruptions in its first half results. . Group sales were estimated at $241.8 million with Adairs contributing $131.7 million, Focus on Furniture $12.5 million and Mocka a further $34.3 million. . Underlying EBIT was estimated at $32.9 million while net profits after tax came to $17.6 million.

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INC Coffee by LABOTORY

Retail Design Blog

From the design of the space, the branding, application design, communication of the brand, etc., of INC Coffee, we took.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

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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EDIT Napoli: the open call for national and international exhibitors is now live

Design Wanted

The fourth edition of the fair of editorial and author design takes place from 7 to 9 October 2022. The appointment with the fair dedicated to editorial and author design is back: it will animate several prestigious venues in the capital of Campania, confirming its presence not only at national but also at international level in the sector of events dedicated to the world of living.

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Tods, London

Retail Store Windows

This is certainly not the finest scheme we have seen from this brand although anything visual right now is appreciated. Large format graphics always make our eyes smart and actually something we don't see often from luxury brands. To us at least images of the product behind the product itself (or worse still, images of product when it hasn't actually arrived in store) just screams mid-range or lower and probably always best avoided.

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Drytac announces global availability of Polar Choice White gloss and matte films

Drytac

Suitable for both indoor and outdoor applications, the films are ideal for flat signage and general advertising applications, including windows, POP displays, stickers and decals. Drytac, the leading international manufacturer of self-adhesive materials for the large-format print and signage markets, has announced the global availability of its popular Polar Choice White monomeric PVC films.

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7 Retail Merchandising Strategies to Drive Sales

RepslyBlog

One of the most common reasons brands lose out to a competing brand is because customers change their minds based on something they see, learn, or do when interacting with a product in-store. Follow these retail merchandising rules to tip the scale in your favor.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

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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Tackling Greenwashing: ESMA publishes its Sustainable Finance Roadmap for 2022-2024

Eye on ESG

On 11 February, the European Securities and Markets Authority (“ ESMA “) published its Sustainable Finance Roadmap for 2022-2024 (the “ Roadmap “). The Roadmap builds on ESMA’s 2020 Strategy for Sustainable Finance and will be of interest to those in the EU and beyond looking to understand the focus and ambition of the EU’s securities market regulator in this area.

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Look no further—the Cowboy 4 is the e-bike to beat

Design Wanted

Designed around the city commute, this smart and stylish e-bike combines integrated lights, no gears and a near-silent motor. With flexible working redefining our daily commute, and the value of space and hygiene gaining merit because of the pandemic, electric bikes are enjoying a moment in the spotlight. That’s a good thing for Belgian company Cowboy, whose mission is to free cities of cars with the help of design and technology, offering a more environmentally friendly and relaxed alternative

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Human Rights and the Environment – EU publishes draft Corporate Sustainability Due Diligence Directive

Eye on ESG

On 23 February 2022, the European Commission published its much-anticipated draft corporate sustainability and due diligence directive (the Draft Directive ), after a number of delays (see our Previous Blog ). The Draft Directive sets out a proposed EU standard for human rights and environmental due diligence ( HREDD ). This includes an obligation for companies to take appropriate measures to identify actual and potential adverse human rights and environmental impacts arising from their own ope

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How New Balance utilize digital brand trust and transparency to enhance digital customer experience

Retail Times

When the pandemic rocked the global supply chain, beloved sports brand New Balance used Contentsquare insights to understand customer expectations, prioritize transparency, and keep the digital experience in motion. For brands like New Balance, an omni-channel brand with a digital value extending beyond eCommerce, pandemic-related manufacturing shutdowns have caused issues along the supply chain and put a temporary strain on the customer experience.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

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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John Lewis begins electric trial for Home Services fleet

E Delevry

The John Lewis Partnership is replacing its Home Services fleet with electric vehicles. The move comes as part of its pledge to move 4,000 cars, vans and light trucks to electric by 2030. The company will begin a trial in partnership with EV technology specialists Flexible Power Systems, which is establishing a mixed charging solution incorporating depot, public network and home charging.

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Interior accessories manufacturer Rothley launches Kitchen Utensil kits in contemporary finishes

Retail Times

Interior accessories manufacturer Rothley introduces a stylish new kitchen utensil rail kit, combining a number of top selling items to deliver a practical solution for DIY savvy consumers.

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How&How is branding four climate-tech start-ups for free

Design Week

How&How has announced it will be branding four climate-related projects for free as part of its GetSet programme. The design consultancy – which has offices in Lisbon and London – is putting aside £200,000 of its budget to help four climate-tech start-ups, explains studio co-founder Cat How. “Brands are like people,” she says. “Good ones stick in your head.

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The Watches of Switzerland Group opens a new TAG Heuer boutique at Touchwood, Solihull

Retail Times

The Watches of Switzerland Group, the UK’s leading luxury watch and jewellery specialist, has partnered with TAG Heuer to open a new boutique in Solihull.

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The Personalization Playbook: 2024 Strategies

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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Nothing Fancy café by Eduard Eremchuk and Katya Pititskaya

Retail Design Blog

The hospitality scenes in Russia‘s biggest cities have evolved tremendously in the past decade, adapting to new consumer habits, budding.

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Ribble launches RWPC ground breaking new team bike at flagship showroom

Retail Times

Ribble Cycles launches Ribble Weldtite Pro Cycling team bike at their state of the art Flagship Showroom in Clitheroe.

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Prendi Coffee Beans by Studio Metis

Retail Design Blog

Prendi coffee brand has added new products to its product portfolio. The design and implementation of these packages was the.

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The Kavli Group, owner of Primula Cheese, donates all 2021 profits to good causes

Retail Times

Kavli Trust is the sole owner of The Kavli Group, which employs 840 people in four countries has contributed a total of £62.7 million to good causes around the world since 2012.

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How Personalized Customer Experiences Drive Retail Growth and Revenue

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