Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Australian mattress retailer Koala has selected South Korea as its second international market, launching into the region this week. The move follows the brand’s recent success in Japan, where consumers are demanding quality international products. “We’ve been [in Japan] for four years and in the last two years, we’ve really seen incredible growth.
Retail Focus
JULY 29, 2021
The Mercers’ Company has today announced that the UK art gallery group, Clarendon Fine Art, has selected 117 Long Acre, Covent Garden, for its latest unique gallery experience in the capital. . Capturing the gallery’s mission to make art accessible and enjoyable to all, from first-time buyers to established collectors, the 3,500 sq ft Long Acre site joins the brand’s portfolio of over 20 galleries across the UK and is just a few miles down the road from Clarendon Fine Art’s first-ever location
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Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
According to a recent online consumer study , published by the e-commerce accelerator, Pattern, 86 per cent of Australians have made a purchase online in the past month. For 54 per cent of respondents, it was in the past week. . As Australians grapple with life in and out of lockdown, online shopping has become the go-to for necessary (and some unnecessary) items.
Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Carling has launched an on-pack giveaway offering consumers the chance to win tickets for an at-home football experience. The brand has hidden 20 golden tickets inside special Carling cans in promotional four-can multi-packs. Each ticket is worth more than £4,500 and offers shoppers the chance to win “everything a football fan will need to enjoy. This story continues at Carling kicks off Golden Ticket competition.
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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
JULY 29, 2021
Talk of non-fungible tokens isn’t slowing down. In fact, this area of innovation is accelerating at a rate faster than most new technologies. However, many people don’t quite understand how NFTs can fit into their everyday lives — the crypto penny hasn’t dropped yet. Newly launched Australian digital art platform NFT Stars is a multi-chain marketplace with numerous products and services for collectors, artists, gamers and entrepreneurs.
Design Week
JULY 29, 2021
Talk: The first five years after graduation, with Theodóra Alfreðsdóttir. How do design graduates move on from university to working in the industry? It’s a question that will be on many people’s mind during graduate season. Icelandic product designer Theodóra Alfreðsdóttir will be discussing her own journey from a master’s degree at the Royal College of Art to starting professional work.
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Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
The government’s latest plan to cut crime has received a mixed response from retailers after its publication last week. Some, including Onkar Sandhu, of Sandhu Stores in Tamworth, Staffordshire, and Amit Puntambekar of Ash’s Shop in Fenstanton, Cambridgeshire, were critical. Puntambekar described the plan as “lip service” and Sandhu said that “it does nothing for.
Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
From Mecca founder Jo Horgan to Kellogg’s managing director Esme Borgelt and Camper managing director Mawuse Ziegbe, we’re shining a light on some of the industry’s most influential women in our new downloadable report, Rise up: The power of women in retail , thanks to our sponsor Impact. In the lead up to International Women’s Day in March, there is always a flurry of podcasts, stories, interviews, panels and breakfasts that take place, where we discuss the challenges of females in the workplac
Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Biscuit brand Mikado has launched a social media campaign to support on-the-go biscuit sales. The campaign is running across Facebook and Instagram, showcasing the brand’s products in out-of-home locations, including Milk Chocolate Biscuits, Mikado Daim Chocolate Biscuits and Mikado & Go Milk Chocolate Biscuits. The campaign is supported by branded POS materials, including a gutter.
Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Ex-Pottery Barn VP to lead Petal + Pup in the US. Australian womenswear label Petal + Pup has named Victoria Estella Perry as its new brand president. Perry, who will take on the role on August 3, will succeed Philip Scarff who will retire this year after five years at the helm. She will be based in San Francisco and will report to the CEO of parent company a.k.a.
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VMS
JULY 29, 2021
Sephora (Seattle) has purchased of online beauty retailer Feelunique, marking its entrance into the British beauty market, reports Pymnts.com. The deal is expected to close by the end of this year. “Sephora is an iconic retailer in the prestige beauty space in Europe. We are looking forward to working together and leverage our respective strengths to drive the prestige beauty segment in the U.K.,” Feelunique CEO Sarah Miles said in a statement.
Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Amazon.com Inc on Thursday said sales growth would slow in the next few quarters as customers venture more outside the home, a tepid start to CEO Andy Jassy’s reign after 27 years with Jeff Bezos at the retailer’s helm. Spending growth by Prime members, Amazon.com’s most valuable customers, has eased as well, the company said. Shares fell 7% in after-hours trade.
VMS
JULY 29, 2021
Dollar General has opened its first two DG Market/pOpshelf combined stores in the Nashville, Tenn., area, according to a press release. “Through this combined format, we aim to deliver the value and products customers trust from a DG Market with the continually-refreshed merchandise including beauty and seasonal products, home décor and arts and crafts through pOpshelf,” said Todd Vasos, Dollar General CEO.
Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
AuMake ’s work transforming its business from a physical daigou chain to an influencer-led social commerce marketplace has continued to weigh on its short-term results, with a revenue figure of $2.6 million for the fourth quarter dragged down by product manufacturing and operating costs. After costs, the business suffered a $1.8 million loss for the period, bringing its unaudited year-to-date loss to $7.8 million.
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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.
Design Week
JULY 29, 2021
Perfecting a portfolio is often a designer’s first step towards entering the job market. The practice is taught on university courses up and down the country, and is drilled in early. Portfolios have been the way of the design industry for decades, but is it all a waste of time? Ikea Retail global experience design operations head Karolina Boremalm is one of a growing number of design leaders to question their utility.
Inside Retail
JULY 29, 2021
As consumer businesses grapple with the latest enforced shutdowns, an all too familiar feeling is setting in. The impact on businesses and their staff can’t be understated. However, it’s worth remembering that during and after the first series of lockdowns in 2020, consumers came out strongly in support of businesses. They recognised many were doing it tough, but even more importantly, applauded business’ ability to adapt to the pandemic and their rapidly changing needs.
VMS
JULY 29, 2021
Starbuck (Seattle) is reporting record third-quarter sales that increased 78 percent to $7.5 billion, according to The Seatle Times. Global same-store sales grew 73 percent from the same period last year, at the height of the pandemic. U.S. same-store sales were up 83 percent with rural and suburban traffic leading the growth. Sales in urban areas also reached positive growth for the first time since early 2020.
Design Wanted
JULY 29, 2021
Daniele Mingardo, from the homonymous metallic carpentry, has invited ten internationally acclaimed designers to support the Mario Negri Pharmacological Research Institute IRCCS. With over fifty years of expertise in metalworking, Mingardo, an Italian design and craftsmanship brand, is proud to actively take part in the fight against cancer with “A flame for research”, a fundraising initiative in support of Mario Negri Pharmacological Research Institute IRCCS.
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
VMS
JULY 29, 2021
SmartWork Media and SHOP! Association have agreed to a formal management relationship beginning September 1, 2021. SmartWork Media will support SHOP!, the leading association for retail experience developers, with the creation and delivery of improved member benefits, event production, marketing, promotions and administrative support. The organizations are well aligned since both share both a passion and a common mission to provide retailers with the tools, ideas and practical business informati
Design Wanted
JULY 29, 2021
Multifunctional and multipurpose, the “Better” furniture concept utilises space with modular tables and chairs. The idea of adaptable furniture like Better has gained momentum since the pandemic started. In some sort of way, it feels like a remedy to uncertain times, empowering users by equipping them with all the tools they need to work, rest and play all in the same environment.
Home World Design
JULY 29, 2021
Wutopia Lab designed Duoyun Bookstore in Huangyan, which was officially completed and grandly opened on June 26, 2021. Continue reading.
Retail Store Windows
JULY 29, 2021
There's a bit of a Moschino vibe happening at this brand at the moment. Large and out-sized props has been Moschino's domain for a number of years however currently this brand have also picked up the baton and produced their own version of land-of-the-giants-type-props with the use of these larger then life handbags. Or rather, bits of them. Naturally this has been executed exquisitely as one would expect although perhaps the narrative might have been a bit deeper or at least rather less obvious
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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.
Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Mars Petcare is launching a Natural Goodness range under its Cesar dog food brand, in a move designed to tap into the trend for premium and natural products across the pet care category. The range is available now in three flavours: Cesar Natural Goodness rich in chicken, garnished with sweet potato, peas and cranberry –. This story continues at Cesar taps into ‘natural’ ingredients trend with new dog food range.
Retail Times
JULY 29, 2021
Happi Free From has unveiled a brand new range of Oat Drinks that will go on sale in 459 Holland & Barrett stores across the UK, Ireland and the Netherlands from the beginning of August. The new vegan-friendly Happi Oat Drinks will launch with two delicious flavours: Chocolate and Strawberry and promise an all-natural, not-from-concentrate gluten and dairy-free oat milk drink to appeal to vegans, flexitarians and dairy-reducers.
Design Wanted
JULY 29, 2021
Urth proposes a revolutionary design for sustainable beauty with lipstick dispensers and cartridges that disintegrate in an at-home compost bin after 12 weeks. There is an ugly side to beauty. It doesn’t revolve around the impossible standards it imposes on people or the hefty price tag often attached to quick-fix products. It’s to do with the 120 billion units of packaging the beauty industry produces every year.
Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
Unitas Wholesale has partnered with Mars to produce a guide for independent retailers on how to best display and sell confectionery. The guide is the latest in the Unitas ‘Plan for Profit’ series, which focus on particular categories that feature in a typical convenience store. Tracey Redfearn, Plan for Profit category controller, said: “Throughout the.
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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
VMS
JULY 29, 2021
Partnering with Avion 44 Tequila (Mexico), Dallas, Texas- based retailer Stanley Korshak recently designed these intriguing window displays with an exotic twist. Using intricately cut vinyl to create abstract Avion 44 logos, the concept stretched almost 1000 feet in length and was on display for nearly three months beginning in November 2020. Featuring life-sized animals paired with boldly blocked colors and materials, the displays were spearheaded by the specialty apparel retailer’s Creative Di
Talking Retail
JULY 29, 2021
The Association of Convenience Stores (ACS) has launched a survey to find out how retailers and suppliers intend to respond to forthcoming regulations on high fat, salt and sugar (HFSS) products. Last week, the Department for Health and Social Care confirmed plans to introduce promotion and location restrictions on HFSS products in stores. Multi-buy promotions are.
Bay Cities
JULY 29, 2021
I sat through a Merrill Lynch briefing on “What could happen in our economy next?” feature. Once again, they are all bought in on the fact that Transitory Inflation is what we are experiencing today as a result of peak demand after the world was shut down. I am still at a loss for this idea, as I guess if you make boxes, you can’t be that bright! Well, ok my back does hurt from “falling off the turnip truck” but my mind is working.
RepslyBlog
JULY 29, 2021
With the summer in full swing, many retailers have relaxed protective measures which have increased foot traffic and in-store shopping. While the retail environment is always ready for discovery, now more than ever, the summer’s battle for the shelf is as competitive as we’ve seen in a long time.
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