Theatro
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Panic Button on the Sales Floor New York Governor Kathy Hochul recently signed the Retail Worker Safety Act into law, requiring retailers with 50 or more employees to implement safety measures like better lighting, adequate staffing, and employee training, alongside installing panic buttons. These buttons, when pressed, immediately dispatch local law enforcement.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Woolworths and Coles are facing charges from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) for allegedly misleading customers about the discounted pricing of their products. The ACCC alleged that the supermarkets increased the prices of the products by 15 per cent for a brief period before being subjected to Woolworths’ ‘Prices Dropped’ and Coles’ ‘Down Down’ promotions.
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Design Boom
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
the existing architecture is left visible, allowing the historic first bank warehouse character to remain intact. The post OSKAY store echoes industrial roots of taiwanese port city through raw materials appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Focus
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
The creative sector was partying last week after the announcement of the winners of the Creative Retail Awards 2024. At a crucial time for the industry, The Creative Retail Awards is the ultimate celebration of innovation and excellence in retail, leisure and hospitality design. It allows retailers and creatives from around the world to compete for glory in a range of categories, culminating in a glittering awards presentation in London, a global hub for the creative industries.
Speaker: Steve Worthy, MBA
The rapid rise of AI-powered displays, touchless technology, and sensory marketing is reshaping the future of in-store engagement. Yet for many retail executives, the real challenge is not identifying new tools - it is knowing which signals to trust, which inputs to prioritize, and how to architect decisions that elevate in-store leadership rather than dilute it.
All Work
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Effective collaboration between facility staff, building owners, users, and consultants is crucial for the success of zero waste buildings. Achieving TRUE certification involves a comprehensive approach, including maintaining a 90% diversion-from-landfill rate, implementing upstream and downstream waste management practices, and ensuring staff training and reporting.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Bridgestone Select Tyre & Auto has opened a new store in Werribee, Victoria, taking its nationwide store count to 200. The new store is in a franchise agreement with Marco Licalsi. “Australians trust Bridgestone more than any other tyre brand, they set the standard in our industry and importantly, I’ve always been a fan of their product,” said Licalsi.
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Retail Focus
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Fastic , the world’s largest fasting app and AI-driven leader in weight loss and nutrition tracking, has leveraged advanced personalisation to drive user engagement and revenue growth, partnering with MoEngage , the insights-led customer engagement platform. Fastic has experienced hyper-scale since its launch in 2019, growing registered users of its free intermittent fasting app to an audience of 12.3million.
All Work
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
A Journey Through Workplace Design: Insights with Janet Pogue McLaurin Setting the Stage: An Architect’s 42-Year Legacy We kick off with a warm welcome to Janet Pogue McLaurin , who has dedicated over four decades to Gensler , contributing her vast expertise to workplace research and design. Janet’s experiences range from working with the largest global corporations to managing offices across continents.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
KMD Brands has swung to a net loss amid lower sales across all brands in the last fiscal year. The company’s underlying net loss stood at NZ$48.3 million as sales fell 11.2 per cent to $979.4 million. Rip Curl’s sales declined 7.3 per cent to $538.9 million while Kathmandu’s decreased 14.5 per cent to $361.1 million. Oboz’s sales slid 20 per cent to $79.4 million.
Arch Daily
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Discover the advantages of continuous interior finishes: seamless designs that combine aesthetics with practical durability.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail Focus
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
The Portman Estate and Derwent London have unveiled plans for the launch of Loxton Walk, the West End’s latest retail and leisure destination in the heart of Marylebone. With public space, sustainable design and a new retail offering, Loxton Walk will be an entirely new and carefully curated street for the area. Launching in 2025, Loxton Walk will deliver 28,500 sq ft of new retail and leisure space across 17 ground floor units, accessible via four new avenues from George Street, Blandford Stree
All Work
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Inclusive design focuses on creating spaces that cater to a diverse range of human abilities and experiences, aiming for equitable access and comfort rather than just meeting functional minimums. Implementing inclusive design requires involving diverse user groups in the design process, balancing competing needs, and employing varied design elements like zones, materials, colors, and lighting to accommodate different users.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Pandora says it will no longer use virgin gold or silver in its jewellery products, committing to using only 100 per cent recycled gold and silver from now on. The Scandinavian manufacturer will source gold and silver from industrial waste, manufacturing scraps, old jewellery or silverware, and other materials in an initiative it hopes will save 58,000 tons of carbon dioxide per year.
Retail Times
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Kenco has announced the launch of the Kenco Gold Indulgence instant coffee into the convenience sector with a new 95g jar format. Available to convenience retailers from October with a retail of £4.89*, Kenco Gold Indulgence provides a premium indulgent experience for the instant category.
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AI agents already analyze trends, draft content, and trigger actions across leading commerce platforms. Yet most organizations still rely on workflows built for human‑only teams, losing speed, margin, and customer loyalty. Humans + Agents: Rethinking Enterprise Commerce in the Age of AI Collaboration shows how to close that gap. In one concise read you’ll see where agent gains surface first, how early adopters prove ROI, and which lean controls keep innovation moving without risking data or bran
Retail Focus
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
The online landscape has numerous activities aimed at keeping users engaged and entertained. These events are held occasionally and attract tons of crowds from different parts of the globe. So, whether you prefer the Valorant eSports tournaments or are a fan of Call of Duty (CoD), there are numerous options available for you to explore. The interesting part is that these tournaments are not only entertaining but also profitable.
Dezeen
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Los Angeles-based studio 22RE has combined metal grids, black and mirrored surfaces, and bold splashes of colour inside this men's multi-brand boutique in the city's Arts District. The second Departamento location is situated in the Signal retail enclave, which occupies a series of warehouses southeast of Downtown LA. The Departamento store features custom elements like a green fibreglass and resin jewellery display Using the building's industrial bones to inform design decisions, 22RE took styl
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
Mattel, the 79-year-old toy maker, has found new success in the Asia Pacific region amidst challenging global conditions. During the second quarter of this year, while performance in other regions remained bleak, Mattel’s international revenue grew thanks to a 6 per cent increase in Asia Pacific sales, reaching US$88 million. The brand’s recent triumph extends beyond financial gains.
Retail Times
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The nation’s leading soy sauce brand, Kikkoman is putting major investment into its festive promotional programme. For the first time consumers will see Kikkoman’s iconic 150ml dispenser sporting a Santa Hat in all major supermarkets plus Booths and Ocado this Christmas.
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia
Retail Focus
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Electrical equipment has an essential role in many applications, from homes to factories. These devices help control, regulate, and distribute electricity ensuring things work well in various settings. Having an idea on what these are help to prepare you for any future repairing needs. In this article, we will look at different types of electrical equipment and their functions so that you will never have an issue with it. 1.
Mindful Design
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
With the crisp fall air setting in and leaves changing color, restaurant interiors can be transformed to reflect the warmth and coziness of the season. For many diners, fall evokes feelings of comfort, nostalgia and a desire for intimate, inviting spaces. As a restaurant owner, this season offers the perfect opportunity to refresh your interior […] The post Seasonal Decor Part 3 – Warm and Cozy Fall Restaurant Decor appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Many Australians have lost trust in supermarket pricing, with more consumers now comparing prices between stores before making a purchase. The Australian Competition and Consumer Commission’s (ACCC) interim report for supermarkets inquiry revealed that almost 50 per cent of consumers now ‘often’ or ‘always’ compare prices before shopping, a significant increase from 17 per cent found by the watchdog’s 2008 Grocery Inquiry.
Retail Times
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, 25 September 2024, John Lewis opens its Christmas shop in 35 stores, with trees, baubles, gifting and wreaths all available for organised festive shoppers to start planning and buying now. Lisa Cherry, head of Christmas at John Lewis, says: “We know our customers come to John Lewis for all their festive inspiration, from thoughtfully […] If
Speaker: David Nisbet, 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.
Design Wanted
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
The Italian Lounge marked a successful debut in showcasing and promoting Italian companies, products, professionals, concepts, and values in China […] The post Italian design was prominently showcased at the recent CIFF event in Shanghai appeared first on DesignWanted.
Design Middleeast
SEPTEMBER 27, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that AECOM is the Silver Sponsor for the Design Middle East Awards and Design Forum 2024, which will be held on November 22 at Hilton Al Habtoor City Al Joud Ballroom, Dubai. AECOM launched when a handful of employees from design and engineering companies shared a dream of creating an industry-leading firm dedicated to delivering a better world.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 22, 2024
Aldi is Australia’s most t rusted and top-value supermarket brand, according to a recent customer satisfaction survey. Finder’s Customer Satisfaction Awards named Woolworths as the most loved brand and IGA as offering “legendary service” for the supermarket segment. Aldi was also recognised as the top-value brand for bottle shops, while First Choice Liquor received the most loved, most trusted, and legendary service titles in the category.
Retail Times
SEPTEMBER 25, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! It’s the colour that launched millions of three-piece bathroom suites in the 1970s – and now British homeowners in their 20s and 30s say avocado green is once again a must-have colour for the bathroom. The Great Bathroom Report by home improvement retailer, Wickes, reveals that around a third of 25-34 year old millennials (27%) picked avocado […] I
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is at an inflection point. Rigid, monolithic platforms slow brands down, but a full replatforming is disruptive and costly. Modular architecture offers a flexible, scalable alternative - allowing enterprise brands to modernize without ripping and replacing their entire stack. Learn how a composable approach helps modernize commerce stacks while maintaining control over critical systems.
Retail Design Blog
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Our first activities included undertaking an extensive storage audit which would inform the design development. Wrigleys had been in their.
Design Middleeast
SEPTEMBER 24, 2024
We are thrilled to announce that Design Infinity is the Category Sponsor for the Design Middle East Awards and Design Forum 2024, which will be held on November 22 at Hilton Al Habtoor City Al Joud Ballroom, Dubai. Founded in 2012 to serve the interior design and fit-out sector, Design Infinity was established by architects Pratap Mendonca and Geetha Nayak.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 26, 2024
Endeavour Group CEO and MD Steve Donohue has decided to step down after more than six years in the role and 30 years with the business. “Mr Donohue and the board have determined now is the right time for a new leader to take the group in its next phase of growth,” Endeavour said in a statement to the ASX. Donohue will remain in the position as the company progresses in its search for the new executive, to assist with the transition.
Retail Times
SEPTEMBER 23, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Coronation Street can today share newly released images of the brand new Sainsbury’s and Argos store facade on Victoria Street. Announced earlier this year as a new product placement partnership as part of Argos renewing its headline sponsorship of Coronation Street, the store has been kept under wraps on-screen behind hoardings since July.
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Late deliveries. Split shipments. Spiraling freight costs. For home, furniture, and DIY brands, fulfillment has never been more complex—or more critical. This report outlines how a smarter, AI-ready order management system (OMS) helps you reduce shipping costs, streamline project-based fulfillment, and ensure accurate inventory across every channel.
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