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Booktopia searches for new CEO after Tony Nash steps aside

Inside Retail

Booktopia CEO Tony Nash is to step aside to take up a new position within the company focused solely on growth as the company struggles in a “volatile and unpredictable” market. Nash, the online book retailer’s co-founder, will stay on the company’s board and remain fully involved with the business. He will continue in the CEO role while the board searches for his replacement.

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DEmark to present lessons for a post-pandemic future at Milan Design Week 2022

Design Wanted

The DEmark Awards is back, and this year Thailand’s most prestigious awards program is celebrating the work of designers whose work reflects a post-pandemic world. Since […]. The post DEmark to present lessons for a post-pandemic future at Milan Design Week 2022 appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Woolworths sales soar 10 per cent despite challenges of last quarter

Inside Retail

Woolworths Group has overcome the impact of Omicron and severe flooding to post a 9.7-per-cent increase in like-for-like sales during the third quarter to $15.123 billion. . The growth rate was significantly higher than the 3.9-per-cent increase reported by archrival Coles Group last week. E-commerce sales soared 33.4 per cent year on year reaching $1.456 billion. .

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What Is Frustration-Free Packaging and Why Does It Matter

Bay Cities

Opening a package may not seem like a big deal — until you encounter one that you feel like you need a degree in rocket science to open, that is. Enter Frustration-Free Packaging (FFP).

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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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Coca-Cola opens London flagship store

Inside Retail

Coca Cola has launched its first flagship store in London, following the successful opening of similar retail stores in the US. According to the company, customers can have a chance to experience the ‘Real Magic’ of Coca Cola, purchase limited-edition collection drops, taste Coca Cola at the Beverage Bar and personalise their cans at a customisation centre.

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Feltrin+Masarin’s Swing Door is testament to the brand’s perfect precision

Design Wanted

Last year, we were lucky enough to be invited inside the multidimensional industrial reality that is Feltrin+Masarin, the Italian brand, which has over forty years developed, […]. The post Feltrin+Masarin’s Swing Door is testament to the brand’s perfect precision appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Meet these bespoke products inspired by the stigma of waste excess

Design Wanted

Regenerating carpet waste with a fresh perspective to craft one-of-a-kind products – Italian designer Riccardo Cenedella introduces ‘Carpet Matter’ featuring a handcrafted lamp and stool. As […]. The post Meet these bespoke products inspired by the stigma of waste excess appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Hotter, quicker, faster: Domino’s GM on what NZ customers want

Inside Retail

Domino’s has long been a leader in retail technology. The pizza chain has been a proponent of QSR delivery for decades, and has heavily invested into making itself accountable to customers: from cameras in stores showcasing a customers’ order for their approval before it has even left the store, to an aim to deliver a meal within 10 minutes of an order being made.

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Longchamp, London

Retail Store Windows

This is such a departure and change of visual direction for this brand, don't you think? Normally we see a few props and of course the obligatory mannequin but here we have a very colourful scheme with cartoon graphics. Obviously the promotion is their new range of products in collaboration with Andre Saraiva. If you want to know more please do check out their website.

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‘The opportunity for augmented reality is in its infancy’: Snap APAC GM

Inside Retail

Last week, Snap unveiled a slew of new tools and features that aim to make it easy for retailers and brands to create 3D versions of their products, and enable users to ‘try on’ clothes and accessories and make purchases, without ever leaving the Snapchat app. The updates promise to help businesses create more engaging online shopping experiences, while reducing the rate of returns.

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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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Stella McCartney, London

Retail Store Windows

With sustainability at the core of this brand and a very worthy and extremely important aspect of the way we should all be living too (or at least trying), the current scheme, we imagine is to the nod to the development of new products from sustainable sources, and in this case the development of leather from mushrooms (or mycelium as its known). There are numerous examples of this product being used and in particular in the U.S. where some amazing products have been produced using this material

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Swimwear label Fella opens first store, in Sydney’s Paddington

Inside Retail

Niche swimwear label Fella has opened its first own-brand store, in the hip Sydney suburb of Paddington. . Founded by Rosie Iffla and Christine Tang-Corte in 2012, the brand’s minimalistic style of swimwear has previously only been available online or via selected resellers. . Iffla and Tang-Corte created Fella after recognising a gap for ‘sleek simplicity and elevated fabrications’ in a market then dominated by big brands marketing skimpy bikinis and surf-inspired wear. .

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Quadient and Decathlon Reaffirm Partnership on Parcel Lockers

Parcel Pending

Following a tender process, world sporting goods retail leader Decathlon has chosen Quadient to strengthen its omnichannel strategy and offer more delivery options to its customers. Paris, May 3, 2022. Quadient (Euronext Paris: QDT), a leader in helping businesses create meaningful customer connections through digital and physical channels and a major global parcel locker operator, announced today that Decathlon , a leading global sporting goods retailer, will equip dozens of additional stores w

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Apac tipped to fuel global airport retail market recovery

Inside Retail

Asia Pacific’s airport retail market is projected to grow to US$33.8 billion by 2026, driving the global market to $63.4 billion thanks to a compound annual growth rate of 7.8 per cent. According to GlobalData, the growth will be driven by the increase in retail space and passenger numbers as cross-border travel resumes and the relaxation of lockdown and duty-free regulations.

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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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Modern Wood Wall Paneling: A Fresh Look at a Timeless Material

Elmwood Timber

Classic materials are used in modern spaces to create fresh and modern looks that feel natural and are timeless. Mid-century modern designs and minimalist spaces can often feel cold and clinical without the addition of warmer, high-quality , organic materials. Modern rustic has become a mainstream trend among architects and interior designers , encompassing clean straight lines with rustic materials.

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Top features not to miss at Naturally Good 2022

Inside Retail

Australia’s most popular health and well-being trade show – the 2022 Naturally Good Expo – will be on once again from June 6-7 at Sydney’s International Convention Centre, with registration open for free entry. . Now in its eighth year, this year’s B2B expo is ramping up to be bigger and more innovative than ever with 100 per cent of the show floor about to sell out and the industry keen and ready to get back to business. .

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Need to de-stress and relax? – LEGO has the perfect distraction for you

Design Wanted

Inviting a touch of nature into one’s home décor, the Danish brand LEGO unveils two breathtaking new additions to its organic ‘Botanical Collection’ – an Orchid […]. The post Need to de-stress and relax? – LEGO has the perfect distraction for you appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Spirit Thief Distilling Co. by whisky by Tucker Creative

Retail Design Blog

While the Spirit Thief Distilling Co. Exploration Series was a collaborative affair (a celebration of distinguished distilleries across the globe.

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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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John Lewis Partnership launches recruitment drive to attract tech talent

Retail Times

The John Lewis Partnership is recruiting for more than 150 roles as part of a major investment in digital. The specialist roles will play a major part in helping keep John Lewis and Waitrose the go-to brands for customers who want omni-channel access to quality, value and sustainability.

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Wine Nuts by WT Architects

Retail Design Blog

What is Natural Wine? Natural Wine is naturally brewed with organic or biodynamic grapes, we use only wild yeast during.

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Analysis: Why rethinking demographics leads to better segmentation

Inside Retail

Segmentation is core to many marketing functions. In fact, it is one of the first things we teach in undergraduate marketing courses, as part of the segmentation-targeting-positioning (STP) process we teach as an introduction to marketing strategy. The idea is quite intuitive; it is hard to please everybody with a single product or offer so, instead, we identify groups that share common needs (segment), choose one of them to focus on (target), and then create a product or offer that would appeal

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Hegen Offices by Conexus Studio

Retail Design Blog

Conexus Studio worked to create a space that reflected the brand as well as the company values for the Hegen.

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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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Casa LOEWE

Retail Design Blog

LOEWE is on a roll.

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