Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Local luxury fashion brand Camilla is well-loved for its vibrant prints and colours, and glamorously distinctive collections. In this edited podcast interview with Australian Retailers Association CEO Paul Zahra, Camilla CEO Jane McNally discusses what makes the brand so unique, its online and digital growth, and its plans to expand internationally. .
VMS
OCTOBER 11, 2021
California has adopted a law that requires large retailers to create a gender-neutral toy section, reports the Los Angeles Times. The law, signed by Gov. Gavin Newson, will take effect in 2024. It requires retail stores with 500 or more employees to merchandise some toys and childcare products in gender-neutral areas. Stores are still free to sell other toys and childcare items in boy and girls sections as well.
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Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Uniqlo Singapore recently marked the 5th year of its Orchard Central Global Flagship, despite the pandemic presenting various challenges for the business locally. It follows a move last year to reopen its ION Orchard, Plaza Singapura and Orchard Central stores as Uniqlo Towns , a retail destination concept that offers shoppers varied experiences, from sustainability to local arts and culture.
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Medelhan revives and restores the desire to network within the design world by offering a professional platform and community. Designers everywhere look for opportunities to connect and network with minds alike in order to grow and create new projects. Events are the optimal space where these types of relationships are established. Unfortunately, since the pandemic, a void was left and the essential role of connectivity and networking within the design community became more evident.
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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
OCTOBER 11, 2021
A new report into the industry conditions of retail, fast-food and warehouse workers has found that despite many being heralded as ‘essential workers’ for the past two years, most don’t have the same access to better conditions, pay and flexibility that has allowed other industries to survive the pandemic. The ‘Who Cares?’ report comes as workers around the globe are leaving jobs they deem unsatisfying, or who are burned out by toxic industry practices.
Jahabow
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Just because customers consider food a necessity, it doesn’t mean that grocery store owners shouldn’t put work into visual grocery merchandising. In fact, a little more attention in this area can offer a significant return on investment. . What Is Grocery Merchandising? . At the most basic level, merchandising displays refer to the grocery store areas with products in places other than the regular aisles.
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Talking Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Categorised by the current owner as having been an “inconvenient convenience shop”, Massingham Stores & Post Office, Great Massingham, Norfolk, underwent a series of refits during 2020, with all the key decisions shaped by customer research. The result was a full range revamp that included the introduction of more fresh food and a bigger selection.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
From offering soothing facial oils to helping manage major skin concerns, the relationship between beauty retailers and their customers goes far beyond surface level. In fact, it can be a very personal connection, where retailers like Adore Beauty are offering products to help customers take time out for themselves or treat delicate skin issues. . In a traditional brick-and-mortar store, a customer would be able to receive product recommendations specifically catered to their needs from a helpfu
Retail Insider
OCTOBER 11, 2021
You won’t have to grease their palms, shorter hours longer arms, rise just watch them rise, the rise of the robots,” sang The Stranglers back in 1978, when robots looked like metallic-covered humans in films, and the prospect of them impacting our everyday lives was very much the world of sci-fi fantasy. Fast forward to today and things look very different for The Stranglers, with only one original band member remaining as they embark on a European tour, and also for robots.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Luxury spending during lockdowns does not appear to have abated. Retail innovations in indulgence and luxury categories continue apace, and more mainstream categories continue to premiumise. Here are a few of the latest stores to check out from around the globe. Luxury nesting with Nordstrom. Upmarket department store Nordstrom has introduced a two-storey ‘Home’ space at its Manhattan flagship location as part of the launch of the Nordstrom Home collection nationwide.
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.
Dezeen
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Finnish plastic-free paint company Cover Story has opened its first shop : a "paint studio" fitted out by interior designer Linda Bergroth to offer customers multiple ways to explore colour. The Cover Story Paint Studio is located in a small shopfront in central Helsinki. The brand considers this one of its points of differentiation from how paint is traditionally sold, on the outskirts of town in mammoth hardware stores.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Retail shopping centres face a major challenge rebuilding customer traffic and sales after the Covid-19 pandemic is controlled. With occupancy rates under pressure, shopping-centre landlords have already reviewed property valuations to account for tighter rent market conditions and financial concessions required to retain key retail brands. More pain is looming for the shopping centre industry, however, even with the reallocation of retail floorspace to prospective new entertainment, hospitality
Robinson Meyer
OCTOBER 11, 2021
The world doesn’t agree on many things, but one of them is that global deforestation is a problem. If deforestation were a country, it would be the world’s third-largest source of climate-warming pollution, after the United States and China. (It would also be a terrible place to live—bulldozers everywhere and no shade to speak of.) Parts of the Amazon now emit more carbon pollution than they capture because of deforestation, a recent study found.
Inside Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
The pandemic has significantly changed shopper behaviour – from what they buy, to how they buy, and even how much they spend. Not only that, but the pandemic has also changed consumers’ expectations of retailers, with customers increasingly seeking convenience, speed, and transparency from the brands they shop with. In order to help navigate these trends and connect with the post-pandemic shopper, ShipStation, in conjunction with Inside Retail, have released a new research report, Making The Dif
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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
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Among Equals has created the branding for Blue, a new environmental standard from Oceanic Global. Oceanic Global is an international non-profit that works to protect the world’s oceans through education and community engagement. [link]. Blue has been created in an attempt to help businesses operate more sustainably – by reducing plastics, for example – but with a more wider approach to environmental issues, according to Among Equals co-founder Emily Jeffrey-Barrett.
VMS
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Culinary wares retailer Williams-Sonoma Inc. (San Francisco) will increase its hourly minimum wage to $15 per hour, according to a press release. “Putting our people first is one of our core values and guides our decision-making in how we invest in our associates with meaningful and competitive pay. Our talented associates in our supply chain, stores, care centers and corporate offices are dedicated to taking care of our customers every day and we are proud to take this step to reward and
Retail Design Blog
OCTOBER 11, 2021
This is a small sushi bar in a back alley in Hochiminh City. There is an izakaya (Japanese pub) downstairs.
VMS
OCTOBER 11, 2021
The submission form for VMSD ‘s 2021 Holiday Windows Recap is now open. Click here to submit your window projects for consideration. It’s that time of year again! Starting now through late November, you can send VMSD magazine photos of your holiday or Christmas-themed window for consideration to help us deck the pages of our annual recap, to be featured in our January/February 2022 “Look Book” issue.
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 Store Windows
OCTOBER 11, 2021
As always this brand deliver beautifully executed schemes. OK, well they are not always the most exciting but they are excellent quality. But. Forget that. We are absolutely obsessed with the reflection in the canopy. Now, if this were one of the other department stores around town they would probably have used that to their advantage and brought it into a scheme.
Talking Retail
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Having run the shop for 34 years, Anita Nye, owner of Premier Eldred Drive Store, Orpington, Kent, has developed a bond with her local community that goes way beyond the usual retailer-customer relationship. She provides free fruit for kids and works closely with the local school to dissuade truancy. The team also keeps an active lookout. This story continues at RIAs 2021 winner: Independent Community Retailer of the Year.
Retail Times
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Amazon and Co-op have announced that for the first time, customers in Bournemouth and surrounding areas including Ringwood, Broadstone, and Ferndown are now able to do their full Co-op grocery shop on Amazon.co.uk and enjoy same-day delivery included with Prime, subject to availability, on orders over £40.
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Medelhan revives and restores the desire to network within the design world by offering a professional platform and community. Designers everywhere look for opportunities to connect and network with minds alike in order to grow and create new projects. Events are the optimal space where these types of relationships are established. Unfortunately, since the pandemic, a void was left and the essential role of connectivity and networking within the design community became more evident.
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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
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Co-op has partnered with new tech-recirculation service, Spring, to enable consumers to get their unused electronic devices back into circulation and tackle the issue of e-waste.
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Designers like Hyogyeong Kang are finding new and exciting ways to switch the light on. Through tactile play, South Korean designer Hyogyeong Kang enhances user interaction with her latest lighting concept. Called GAM, the design involves physical contact with the light source itself featuring two orb-like bulbs that users can “pick” and take with them wherever they go.
Parker Design
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Did you know that the human brain processes images 60,000 times faster than verbal messages? So it’s no surprise that over 90% of the information we process is visual. That’s why the use of infographics can really help you maximise the effectiveness of your marketing or internal engagement campaigns, as they allow your audience to understand complex messages quickly.
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Designers like Hyogyeong Kang are finding new and exciting ways to switch the light on. Through tactile play, South Korean designer Hyogyeong Kang enhances user interaction with her latest lighting concept. Called GAM, the design involves physical contact with the light source itself featuring two orb-like bulbs that users can “pick” and take with them wherever they go.
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
VMS
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Leeds Skelton Lake Services (Yorkshire, England), a motorway service station company, recently partnered with YourStudio (London) to create Sourced Market in Leeds. Combining the ideas of retail, well-being and a focus on environmental goals, the new concept hosts sustainable food choices with eco-conscious packaging. Intended to serve as a backdrop for customer interaction and ease of food selection, the design team strove to innovate the service station retail and dining conventions, while kee
Design Wanted
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Designers like Hyogyeong Kang are finding new and exciting ways to switch the light on. Through tactile play, South Korean designer Hyogyeong Kang enhances user interaction with her latest lighting concept. Called GAM, the design involves physical contact with the light source itself featuring two orb-like bulbs that users can “pick” and take with them wherever they go.
VMS
OCTOBER 11, 2021
Rihanna, the singer-songwriter turned fashion designer behind the Savage x Fenty lingerie line, has plans to open physical stores for the brand in 2022, the Daily Mail reports. Christiane Pendarvis, the brand’s chief marketing and design officer, told the outlet that the stores are for those “customers who don’t feel comfortable purchasing online.” Pop-up shops in Europe are also on the table.
Hunton Andrews Kurth
OCTOBER 11, 2021
In a dramatic recent announcement, EPA suggested that if companies import, manufacture, or process a finished good for commercial sale, and that product is not a pesticide, not a firearm, not a tobacco product, and not a food, food additive, drug, cosmetic, or device, they will need to know all chemicals contained in those products. We explain more about this below.
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Are you considering moving away from a monolith platform and over to composable architecture? Join experts from Google Cloud, GroupBy, and Orium as they discuss the benefits of moving to a modular digital experience platform. In this masterclass, uncover key indicators that show your brand is ready for a modular DXP, and learn how to lay the foundation for composable commerce.
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