Retail Focus

APRIL 27, 2023

Sportano, a start-up digital brand, has recently launched its first physical store experience in Warsaw, designed by leading retail design agency, Dalziel & Pow. This new flagship store offers an innovative proposition that combines a showrooming experience with fast and convenient digital fulfillment, and in-store order and collect services, bringing the brand’s online and offline presence together.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

At the forefront of the New Special Economic Zone, Qianhai continues the innovative characteristics of Shenzhen for more than 20.

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Design Boom

APRIL 23, 2023

ice-like coating made of epoxy resin mixed with white pigment forms rough textures over existing elements. The post DDAA’s store design superimposes architectural layers of old wooden house in osaka appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 28, 2023

Two beloved British brands came together to create a magical collection that captured the essence of the Wizarding World in everyday items. Cath Kidston, the iconic lifestyle brand known for its vintage-inspired prints, and Harry Potter, the worldwide phenomenon that has captured the hearts of millions, collaborated to create a range of products that brought a touch of magic to daily routines.

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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.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 27, 2023

Despite Australia being firmly into autumn, Budgy Smuggler isn’t going into hibernation until the temperature rises. Rather, the Australian swimwear company – which also has an accessory and apparel line – has big plans at home and abroad. The brand sold 100,000 swimwear products over summer – representing a 50 per cent sales increase on the previous year – and is set to open a satellite office in France next month.

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New data has revealed retail professionals are one of the most likely to work on days when experiencing poor mental health instead of taking sick leave compared to employees in other sectors, with almost a third (28%) having done so in the last year.

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Retail Focus

APRIL 24, 2023

The 11 th year of the CX Retail Exchange , 11-12 July 2023, will invite senior customer experience leaders in retail to the Hilton, Syon Park, to explore the biggest challenges and solutions in the industry. When the event launched a decade ago, there were no self-service checkouts, QR codes were non-existent, and same-day delivery was unheard of.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 27, 2023

Coles says sales volumes improved in the third quarter despite mounting cost-of-living concerns and inflation. For the 12 weeks to March 26, group sales increased 6.5 per cent to $9.7 billion as consumer hospitality spending and increased immigration drove growth. Supermarket sales grew 7 per cent to $8.6 billion supported by an expansion of the ‘Dropped & Locked’ value campaign and the commencement of the MasterChef Cookware continuity program.

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RepslyBlog

APRIL 27, 2023

In today’s retail landscape, many brands are attempting to use their existing CRM software as a retail execution platform believing that this is the fastest and easiest solution. While at face value, this may seem like a quick fix to get what they need, what they are not aware of are the hurdles and challenges they’re about to face in the process.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 26, 2023

Milan isn’t just the business, financial and fashion capital of Italy: it’s also home to Milan Design Week (MDW), the world’s largest annual design fair. This […] The post ‘Assembling the Future Together.’ – an interview with IKEA’s Marcus Engman appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Retail Times

APRIL 25, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Klarna, a leading global retail bank, payments and shopping service is today showcasing a suite of new innovations as it celebrates its 18th birthday. The new products revealed today build on nearly two decades of innovation in the payments and shopping space.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2023

Amid intense cost of living and other inflationary pressures, retail workers are among the hardest hit within the Australian workforce, a new report has found. Many retail staff are struggling to make ends meet, with wages not proportionate to rising expenses. According to the 2023 O’Brien report – conducted by labour economist Dr. Martin O’Brien and engaged by the SDA, which surveyed retail industry employees – the proportion of households with a member of the family working in the retail indus

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Dezeen

APRIL 25, 2023

Lime-washed walls meet aluminium display fixtures in this minimalist studio and showroom that designer Hollie Bowden has devised for London brand Completedworks. Set over two floors of a former pub in Marylebone, it provides space for Completedworks to design and display its jewellery and ceramics, as well as to host an array of craft-focused classes.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 26, 2023

Polygood by The Good Plastic Company is a series of decorative panels obtained from discarded appliances such as refrigerators, electronics, and generally speaking industrial consumables, aiming […] The post Polygood: a conscious material unlocking sustainability on a large scale appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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Retail Times

APRIL 28, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading coding and marking equipment specialist, Macsa ID UK ([link] has launched the Lasertex Retail, a safe, sustainable and stylish looking laser marking system which has been specially developed to allow brands and retailers to transform products as part of a promotional campaign or into a unique personalised item for customers in real time on [̷

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2023

Chemist Warehouse has hit a mega milestone, officially opening its 500th store. The pharmacy retailer commemorated the landmark new store, at Croydon Central, Victoria, with a ribbon-cutting ceremony. Co-founders Mario Verrocchi and Jack Gance cut the ribbon in-store to officially kick off trade. Chemist Warehouse hosted a family-friendly day of activity for local Croydon shoppers to celebrate the store opening.

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All Work

APRIL 28, 2023

In most cases, it’s much more cost-effective for organizations to initially put infrastructure in place to reduce and track all emissions. Increasingly, it will be up to designers, architects and other experts to help organizations work through energy efficiency requirements and metrics. Hopefully, this will be to the benefit of the planet and humanity, with significantly reduced carbon emissions.

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Design Wanted

APRIL 23, 2023

Thailand’s Slow Hand Design Exhibition returns once again during Milan Design Week. Entitled Not A Virgin, the focal point of the exhibition is to reflect on […] The post The Slow Hand Design Exhibition brings Thai Design to an International Market appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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Retail Times

APRIL 26, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lyle’s Golden Syrup is introducing a new limited-edition design of its iconic 454g tin to celebrate The Coronation of His Majesty The King and Her Majesty The Queen Consort. Over 120,000 tins will be produced and offer the perfect addition to celebratory bakes created by shoppers, as they come together with friends and family over the […] If you wa

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Inside Retail

APRIL 25, 2023

Ever since the pandemic shut down much of the retail and other industries, figures around retail crime have been steadily rising. With people more anxious and frustrated, customer aggression became more common, and with an ever deepening cost-of-living crisis (which includes increased prices at the till), theft is becoming more of an issue. So much so, that several retailers are starting to make more dedicated efforts to stamp it out.

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Shopperations

APRIL 24, 2023

The discipline of CPG marketing has become more technical, complex, and dynamic than ever. Expectations for shopper marketing plans have also evolved.

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Drytac

APRIL 27, 2023

Authored by P hil Webster, Head of Industrial Sales for EMEA, Drytac First introduced back in the 1940s, hot melt adhesives have become a popular choice across many industries due to the unique adhesive properties that hot melt adhesives can offer. As hot melts are 100% solid, considerably higher coat weights are possible when compared to water-or solvent-based adhesives that contain liquid carriers.

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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.

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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

Gensler designed the 32,000 square foot Charlotte headquarters for Allspring Global Investments with an emphasis on sustainability, inclusivity, locality, and.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2023

Discount retailer The Reject Shop is facing a class action lawsuit for “purported underpayments” to staff, launched by specialist law firm Adero Law Between February 2016 and April 2021, seven former employees of the discount retailer allege underpayment during their employment with the company. However, in a statement, the retailer responded that “any under-award payments to team members, will be corrected” adding Adero Law has not clarified the details of the claims.

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Retail Store Windows

APRIL 26, 2023

We've never been disappointed looking at the windows at this brand. They always, and we mean always, exceed our expectations no matter where we are in the world. We have no idea what the theme is here and to be honest it was so incredibly busy outside the store when we visited that we actually had to ask people to move out of the way. This is one of four windows however and you can view them all either on our Twitter, Facebook or Instagram accounts.

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Retail Times

APRIL 26, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A new study delving into the experiences at work of 3000 UK ‘deskless’ staff has revealed retail employees feel most appreciated by their managers and are more likely to recommend a career in the industry to others – compared to those working in hospitality, warehousing, transport and distribution.

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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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Retail Design Blog

APRIL 25, 2023

For decades, Guangzhou has been the epicentre of China‘s sizeable textile industry, and this stature has obviously rubbed off on.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 27, 2023

Sustainable product marketplace Banish has launched its first physical storefront this week, tying retail, recycling and customer education together in one place. Here, we speak to Banish founder Lottie Dalziel about her vision for the store, as well as what it could mean for the future of the business. Inside Retail: Just to start with, can you talk us through what a Banish physical space looks like, and what you’re trying to achieve?

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Retail Store Windows

APRIL 24, 2023

We barely notice this brand in London but here in Milan it looks fantastic. The stores are awash with screaming Pink with a big focus it seems on Maximalism. If you are not familiar with the brand they began in the 1980's in Italy. The stores back in London pale by comparison to the ones here in Milan which look absolutely vibrant, fun and are everything a young fashion brand should be.

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Retail Times

APRIL 24, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As part of its ongoing mission to protect the planet, SodaStream, the world’s leading sparkling water brand, has successfully saved five billion single-use plastic bottles from being used and sent to landfill in 2022 alone*.

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Speaker: Joe Heather, Deliverect GM (UK&I) & Noah Hayes, Deliverect GM (US&CA)

Fast-Moving Consumer Goods (FMCG) and Quick Commerce (Q-commerce) are two vibrant sectors that have undergone significant transformations with the advancements in digital technology. With growing internet penetration and the proliferation of smartphones, consumers' purchasing habits have unsurprisingly evolved. They now demand quick, convenient, and seamless shopping experiences, which both FMCG and Q-commerce sectors strive to provide.

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