Mon.Dec 05, 2022

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Five e-commerce trends to shape your 2023 strategy

Inside Retail

Consumers are the driving force behind a constantly changing, fragmented and evolving e-commerce landscape. To understand the way they shop online today, ChannelAdvisor , a complete multichannel solution for brands and retailers, recently surveyed more than 5000 global consumers across Australia, the US, the UK, France and Germany in partnership with global research firm Dynata. .

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MAPIC 2022 concludes with strong industry attendance

Retail Focus

This year’s MAPIC hosted over 5,000 participants, including exhibitors and participants from 75 countries. Whilst European exhibitors maintained a strong presence, the growing importance of the Middle East and Asia was reflected in the growing number of exhibitors and participants from these geographies, including those from Saudi Arabia, Kuwait and Uzbekistan.

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How Camilla Franks stepped out in ‘The White Lotus’

Inside Retail

Australian fashion designer Camilla Franks has picked up some screen time on the cult comedy-drama series, The White Lotus. The designer’s looks were first worn by the series’ protagonist Tanya McQuoid, played by Hollywood actress Jennifer Coolidge in the first season. And having collaborated with costume designer Alex Bovaird, Franks has since been invited as a ‘friend-of-the-crew’ extra in a decadent party scene episode that airs this week.

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Giuseppe di Morabito, Harrods

Retail Focus

Working with Harlequin Design , Milan-based fashion designer Giuseppe di Morabito has launched a monochromatic retail space in the world-famous Harrods Department store. Giuseppe di Morabito (born in 1992) founded his eponymous brand in Milan in 2015. The brand’s style plays with a sense of elegant bizarreness, the art of tailoring in different shapes and forms: the garments vary from ready-to-wear to the more sophisticated.

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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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The great resistance: Why union representation is growing

Inside Retail

Say what you will about the challenges faced by retailers recently, it’s clear that the last few years have also had a disproportionate impact on workers. Whether being locked down and unable to work, being let go at the height of the pandemic to keep costs down , or being monitored through surveillance technology while working from home, many workers have become disillusioned with the nature of employment in the retail industry, compounded by years of underpayment and harassment scandals.

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John Lewis and Partners help build happier future’s in 2022 Christmas window scheme

Retail Focus

The 2022 John Lewis & Partners Christmas campaign centres around children in care, and how small acts of kindness can go a long way for a vulnerable child. This year’s TV advert features a middle-aged man repeatedly trying and failing to learn to skateboard while they prepare for Christmas. He is about to foster a child who is a keen skateboarder and wants to make them feel welcome.

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Cartier Opens Elegant Boutique in Amsterdam

VMS

Luxury jeweler Cartier (Paris) has opened its third boutique in Amsterdam, at P.C. Hooftstraat 129. Studio Parisien oversaw the boutique’s design inside and out, inspired and supported by local Dutch talents. The boutique’s ceramic façade, designed by Amsterdam-based artist Eva Crebolder, is inspired by the perfect imperfections of the city’s canal houses.

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How Singapore’s first checkout-free store, Pick & Go, continues to evolve

Inside Retail

These days, frictionless shopping is becoming more commonplace around the world. But a few years ago, it was still fairly cutting-edge. Back in 2019, three homegrown retailers in Singapore, namely Pick & Go, Octobox and Omo Store, showcased their versions of the unmanned retail store at a local exhibition. Their concepts essentially utilised radio-frequency identification, cashless payments and artificial intelligence (AI) to enable shoppers to enter stores and buy items without having to in

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SomeOne rebrands Santa’s Lapland to be “more authentic” to its destination

Design Week

London-based SomeOne studio has rebranded a travel operator known for organising package holidays to Lapland to veer away from Christmas clichés and better represent its offer. SomeOne’s instinct was to move the brand towards “more authentic stories” linked to its location in the far north of Finland among the snowy forests of Saariselkä, more than 200km above the Arctic Circle.

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Melbourne Fashion Festival 2023 plans revealed

Inside Retail

Australia’s “longest-running consumer fashion event” – the Paypal Melbourne Fashion Festival 2023 (MFF) – will return to the Royal Exhibition Building in March. Now in its 27th year, the event provides a platform for emerging designers, creatives, writers and filmmakers to showcase their achievements. Running from March 3-11, the festival will welcome about 3000 guests each night to the building’s reimagined fashion-forward social quarter, dubbed Fashion Forecourt.

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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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Cracker Barrel to Open More Maple Street Biscuit Locations

VMS

Cracker Barrel Old Country Store Inc. (Lebanon, Tenn.) plans to open between 15 to 20 new Maple Street Biscuit Company restaurants through the end of its coming fiscal year, and only three to four new units of its family-oriented flagship brand. The chain disclosed that information in its financial results for the first quarter of fiscal 2023, ended Oct. 28.

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How to optimise your e-commerce site, according to science

Inside Retail

Australians’ love affair with online retail therapy thrived during the pandemic and since then has continued on an upward trajectory. With the biggest online shopping period looming, consumers are inundated with offers and a wide selection from retailers. This year, Australia Post anticipates a 3 per cent increase in online purchases in the five weeks before Christmas. .

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Todd Snyder, New York City | 51st International Design Competition Winner

Retail Design Institute

Todd Snyder, New York City. Design: AEO, Pittsburgh. Photography: Phillip Gutman, New York City. For this 1600-sq-ft Todd Snyder holiday pop-up at Rockefeller Center, the in-house team’s goal was to design a freestanding modular fixturing structure that could be installed quickly within a multi-level space. They wanted the temporary space and serve as a fully functioning store before completing a permanent Todd Snyder store in New York City in the same space.

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Tips to avoid sensory overload at Christmas

Inside Retail

The silly season, as it has come to be affectionately known, is a time when we are expected to be socially available, navigate crowded stores and attempt to find the perfect gifts for loved ones. We reflect on the year that was, take some time out to recalibrate and think about the year to come. For the estimated 20 per cent of the Australian population who identify as neurodistinct, however, Christmas is one mighty sensory roller-coaster during which cognitive reserves are drained. .

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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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Random Studio creates "giant fragments of a woman's body" for Mugler pop-up

Dezeen

Dutch design studio Random Studio has created Bodyscape, a "futuristic" pop-up store, to celebrate the 30th anniversary of French fashion brand Mugler's fragrances. The Mugler installation, which was designed for luxury department store Selfridges , includes sculptural, chrome-effect fragments designed to evoke a woman's body. These were organised across the ground floor of the Corner Shop , an ever-changing retail pop-up space.

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Emma CEO Manuel Müller on the secret to his mattress brand’s global success

Inside Retail

German sleep tech company Emma is expanding its presence in Australia through a new partnership with Everyday Market, Woolworths’ online marketplace for household appliances, electronics, toys, home decor and more. Everyday Market is Emma’s first official retail partnership in Australia, but it won’t be its last. In June, the brand announced its plan to form partnerships with online marketplaces and retailers in the FMCG, technology and lifestyle space, as well as traditional mattress reta

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Hancocks unveils Veganuary range

Talking Retail

Confectionery wholesaler Hancocks is sharing its extensive range of vegan sweets ahead of Veganuary. With 4% of people in the UK following a vegan lifestyle in 2022, vegan confectionery sales have grown in line with those hoping to follow a meat and dairy free diet. Hancocks said Veganuary is a great time for convenience retailers. This story continues at Hancocks unveils Veganuary range.

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Humanscale Achieves 26 Net-Positive Certified Products

VMS

(PRESS RELEASE) NEW YORK — Humanscale, a leading designer, and manufacturer of high-performance ergonomic products, has become the first and only furniture company to offer 26 certified net-positive products. Meeting this goal required Humanscale to perform a holistic examination on new ways to reuse material, recycle hard-to-recycle materials, and work with suppliers to proactively develop a culture of responsible and ethically-sourced materials for these 26 products. .

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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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Opening of nearby Tesco Local prompts refit at Guildford c-store

Talking Retail

The opening of a rival convenience store in the neighbourhood was the catalyst for a long-time retailing couple to invest in their shop and show shoppers how independent retail can really stand out from the crowd. Siva and Jamuna Thampoo had been trading under an independent fascia with Nisa for more than a decade when. This story continues at Opening of nearby Tesco Local prompts refit at Guildford c-store.

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A Guide To Improving IT Security For Businesses

RetailMinded

As information and sensitive data become increasingly valuable, businesses must push cybersecurity to the forefront of priorities. The growing reliance on online tools coupled with the progressive sophistication of cyberattacks have also heightened potential vulnerabilities. . This post provides tips for improving IT security, helping ensure your business can focus on critical objectives instead of worrying about malicious attacks.

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Chika’s aims to shake up Veganuary with non-HFSS rice crisps

Talking Retail

This Veganuary, Chika’s, the brand behind natural, plant based, gluten free snacks that embody the energy and vibrancy of Africa, is looking to shake up the snacking sector with a tasty new trio of non-HFSS Rice Crisps that are under 100 calories. The new vegan non-HFSS Rice Crisps are available in three feisty flavours – This story continues at Chika’s aims to shake up Veganuary with non-HFSS rice crisps.

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Fluffy, adorable, loving, and comforting: 4 well-designed pet robot concepts

Design Wanted

It turns out that a man’s best friend can also be robotic. Here are some of the coolest pet robot concepts on the market. When Mother […]. The post Fluffy, adorable, loving, and comforting: 4 well-designed pet robot concepts appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Cartel Beverages launches Narcos High Energy Drink

Talking Retail

Cartel Beverages has launched its new high energy drink – Narcos, designed to boost energy, increase focus and enhance mental performance. Produced in London, Narcos enters the UK’s energy drinks sector, as a disruptor brand, taking on the likes of Boost and Monster as a premium beverage, without compromising on quality and the integrity of. This story continues at Cartel Beverages launches Narcos High Energy Drink.

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The European Financial Reporting Advisory Group submits draft European Sustainability Reporting Standards to the European Commission

Eye on ESG

On 23 November 2022, the European Financial Reporting Advisory Group (“ EFRAG “) submitted the first set of draft EU Sustainability Reporting Standards (“ ESRS “) to the European Commission. As discussed in our previous blog post (which you can read here ), the draft ESRS – which in-scope entities will be required to report against under the Corporate Sustainability Reporting Directive (“ CSRD “) – were released on 29 April 2022 and made available for public consultation until 8 August 2022.

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5 Ways Retail Businesses Benefit From A Merchant Cash Advance

RetailMinded

Retail businesses usually have peak and down seasons. They must thrive by obtaining immediate cash flow support to sustain operational expenses during market fluctuations. Therefore, a merchant cash advance is a very practical funding option for many retail businesses. . What Is A Merchant Cash Advance? A merchant cash advance is a flexible business loan for short-term business funding needs.

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Boost Drinks acquired by AG Barr

Talking Retail

Energy and sports drinks company Boost Drinks has been acquired by AG Barr, the long established drinks company well known for brands such as Irn-Bru, Rubicon and Funkin. Talking about the acquisition, Simon Gray, chief executive, Boost Drinks, said: “This is a really exciting next step in Boost’s journey as AG Barr has a proven. This story continues at Boost Drinks acquired by AG Barr.

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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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Silver Diner Ballpark

Retail Design Blog

The design of Silver Diner’s first location in Washington, DC capitalizes on the prominent corner location across from Nationals Park.

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£100,000 worth of prizes up for grabs in AF Blakemore Christmas campaign

Talking Retail

AF Blakemore is set to launch a Spar Christmas campaign giving away up to £100,000 worth of prizes. ‘Merry Textmas’ is a 25-day text-to-win competition that will be live in more than 300 Blakemore Retail and independent stores across Spar’s Meridian & Welsh Guild from 8 December to 1 January. The competition will feature both. This story continues at £100,000 worth of prizes up for grabs in AF Blakemore Christmas campaign.

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Hull retailer joins mission to tackle food waste

Talking Retail

Sewell on the go has become the latest retailer to join forces with world-first mobile app Gander to enable its customers to snap up reduced-priced foods and mitigate food waste. Its stores on Chanterlands Avenue and in Cottingham are the first to be integrated with the app. Speaking on the new partnership, head of customer. This story continues at Hull retailer joins mission to tackle food waste.

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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