Retail Focus

JANUARY 24, 2022

Following the oppression of isolation brought on by the pandemic, shopping-for-leisure in physical stores begins to replenish our essential need for real-time experiences and face-to-face interaction. The joy of shopping in bricks-and-mortar stores retains its pre-covid social value, but the key to on-going success is the industry understanding that customer needs have changed irrevocably, and they need to continue to adapt to meet them. female buyer pays with bank card in tea shop.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 23, 2022

Australia Post managed to deliver 52 million parcels through December last year despite high parcel volumes all through October and November. In one of the busiest periods of the year, Australia Post managed to move 556 tonnes of parcels, which is 13 per cent higher compared to the previous year, and used 25 dedicated freight carriers transporting cargo across the country.

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Design Week

JANUARY 27, 2022

The best record cover design of the last year has been announced as artist and designer Paul Phillips’ artwork for Villagers’ fifth studio album Fever Dreams. Phillips’ artwork becomes the 17 th winner of the Best Art Vinyl Award, and the first to have designed a record cover with interchangeable artwork. Fever Dreams was chosen by public vote from a shortlist of 50, which itself was chosen.

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All Work

JANUARY 25, 2022

A growing number of developers, architects and interior designers are embracing sustainable alternatives in an effort to curb climate change. Reducing waste in the workspace design sector is a trending topic right now. The built environment industry needs to look beyond operational efficiency and focus on decarbonising the materials used in its build and fit out processes.

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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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Retail Focus

JANUARY 27, 2022

Hermès has reopened the doors of the newly renovated store in Pacific Place mall, Hong Kong. A cherished location for the house since it opened in 1991. Spanning 325m2, the new, contemporary vision for this store portrays the unique dynamic between Hong Kong’s urban landscape and its verdant natural surroundings. Awash with light and recast in a warm, welcoming colour palette, the new store boasts a spacious layout where one can discover the sixteen métiers of the house and the spirit of savoir-

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

It’s no secret that brands are now under increasing pressure to take sustainability more seriously, especially as many customers are very clear about their expectations, as a new report from Inside Retail and Klarna has revealed. According to Inside Retail and Klarna’s Going beyond: New insights for retailers embracing sustainability report, 78 per cent of participants believe that the behaviour of a brand is as important as what it sells.

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Dezeen

JANUARY 25, 2022

Shanghai studio AIM Architecture has transformed the second floor of a business park in Hangzhou, China, into a store that resembles a 1970s office for cosmetics brand Harmay. The studio reimagined the space as a retro-looking office complete with desk chairs, phoney bookshelves for makeup items and boardroom tables for other cosmetic products. AIM Architecture wanted the Hangzhou cosmetics store to look like an office.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 26, 2022

Atria Watford, owned by property company SGS, has announced the opening of a new, expanded NEXT store, as well as the addition of Victoria’s Secret. The news follows a string of other leasing deals announced over recent months. The centre’s existing NEXT store will move from its current unit, covering 32,386 sq ft, to a new one, creating one large store spread over three floors, combining its home, beauty and fashion offerings.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

A “particularly strong” run-up to Christmas saw department-store chain Myer achieve solid sales growth in the five months to January 1, despite the company losing 27 per cent of its brick-and-mortar store trading days due to Covid-related trading restrictions. . In a trading update released on the eve of the Australia Day public holiday, Myer reported sales growth of 12.3 per cent year on year, and a 17.1-per-cent boost in the two months to the end of December, which were not impacted by lockdow

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 25, 2022

Ice-cream brand Carte D’Or is switching its entire range from plastic containers into recyclable paper tubs. The new paper packaging is certified as coming from sustainably managed forests and controlled sources. Carte D’Or, owned by Unilever, has also updated the design of its cartons, including a QR code that can tell customers the source of. This story continues at Carte D’Or replaces plastic with paper tubs.

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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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Dezeen

JANUARY 22, 2022

A colour scheme informed by soil and moss features inside this showroom in Antwerp , Belgium, which Yakusha Design has developed for its own furniture line Faina. The retail space, named Faina Gallery, is set inside a 500-year-old building. As a result, the studio steered away from making major structural alterations to avoid disturbing its historic framework.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 26, 2022

Landsec , part of The St David’s Partnership, owners of St David’s in Cardiff, has announced that award-winning luxury watch and jewellery retailer, Laings The Jewellers , is to open its debut mono-brand OMEGA showroom, at the destination. The 838 sq ft unit will be operated by Laings and presented as OMEGA, the brand it will exclusively stock. Set to open in Spring 2022, the showroom will complement Laings’ other recently launched store at St David’s, which underwent a £3 million investment las

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 23, 2022

Australian specialty retailer Dusk, has reported poor sales based on unaudited management accounts for the first half of the financial year. In a trading update, the company said sales fell 12 per cent to $80 million compared to $90.9 million in the first half of FY21 and $59.6 million in the first half of FY20. On the other hand, online sales were up 4.3 per cent contributing 9.3 per cent of total sales.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 25, 2022

PepsiCo Europe, one of the world’s biggest convenience food producers, has said its crisp and snack packets will be made entirely from recycled material by 2030. The corporation’s brands, which include Walkers crisps and Doritos, will eliminate all virgin fossil-based plastic in their bags, which will themselves then be completely recyclable. New Walkers crisp packets.

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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

Shopping

Design Week

JANUARY 28, 2022

Located within a 17-storey office building and serving local employees and neighbours is the new Casa Dani restaurant from Spanish Michelin-starred chef Dani Garcia. It forms part of a wider food market in New York’s Manhattan West. Rockwell Group has developed the space, saying that the restaurant has been designed as a “progressive journey” which leads from a series of small.

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 26, 2022

Bradford city centre has been chosen as the location for the UK’s first Green Street action research pilot that aims to help small and independent businesses go green. Led by successful Bradford retailer and businesswoman Victoria Robertshaw, with initial funding from the Department for Business, Energy and Industrial Strategy (BEIS), Green Street is supported by the Retail Sector Council (RSC), Bradford Council and West Yorkshire Combined Authority (with support from the European Regional Devel

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 26, 2022

Premier Retail says it achieved a modest increase in sales for the half year to January 29, despite losing 42,000 trading days to Covid-related lockdowns and movement restrictions. Referencing a ‘volatile trading environment’ the parent of retail chains Portmans, Dotti, Just Jeans, Smiggle, Peter Alexander, Jay Jays and Jacqui-E, said it will close four stores in the Mid City Arcade in Sydney’s CBD.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

Chocolate-maker Ferrero has given makeovers to many of its well-known ranges in time for Easter. Thorntons, owned by Ferrero since 2015, is also refreshing its packaging. Levi Boorer, customer development director at Ferrero, said: “Easter is a great time to celebrate with your favourite chocolate confectionery. “Compared to Christmas, shoppers were more likely to make.

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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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Drytac

JANUARY 26, 2022

Authored by Jerry Hill, Vice President of Sales, Drytac. Mounting adhesives, sometimes referred to as double-sided adhesives or double-sided mount film, were used extensively in the early days of digital imaging, but their use has waned as the availability of speciality adhesive-backed media has increased. However, this practice is by no means obsolete, with mounting adhesives still having plenty to offer the modern-day print businesses due to the fact they can be used across a wide range of app

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Retail Focus

JANUARY 26, 2022

Akeneo , a global leader in Product Experience Management (PXM) solutions, today announced several key executive appointments to support its rapid expansion in the global marketplace. Following Akeneo’s recognition as one of Built In’s Best Places to Work and as an Innovatech Award Winner, the hires leave the company poised to expand, drive innovation, and unlock customer success.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 27, 2022

Pureplay electronics retailer Kogan has struggled to maintain momentum in its first half, although its New Zealand subsidiary Mighty Ape reduced the impact on its bottom line. Citing Covid-related supply chain interruptions and “associated fluctuations in demand” Kogan’s post-tax profit was $14.6 million, down 70.1 per cent, however Mighty Ape’s profit soared 147.3 per cent to $7.1 million.

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

Typhoo Tea has launched its first brand campaign in nearly five years. The “OO Please” campaign, which will include radio advertising, sponsorships and social media, kicked off last week with a special evening in several locations in Liverpool. This included setting up Typhoo dedicated sites with free sampling of tea. Des Kingsley, chief executive, said: This story continues at Typhoo launches first brand campaign for five years.

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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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Design Wanted

JANUARY 27, 2022

The collection by German designer Jörg Hugo comprises four digitally produced vases that fit together perfectly. Hugo’s work focuses on the relationship between materiality, form and space. He develops research-driven techniques in the field of design and architecture by digital and analogue design methods and production techniques. Ceramic Bodies is a collection of four vases that fit together to form a three-dimensional puzzle of mutually deforming vases, which seemingly lean on one another th

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Bish

JANUARY 27, 2022

? Check out our latest Retail Insights video featuring President & CEO, Jerry Fox. Jerry discusses the importance of interactive displays. These displays bring human interaction into the store and create an experience for people of all ages. We are bringing the fun to shopping! This month’s topic is Interactive Displays. Thanks for watching! Interactive … The post Bish Creative – Retail Insights #24 appeared first on Bish Creative.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

French fashion designer, Manfred Thierry Mugler, who was behind designs worn by Beyonce and Lady Gaga, has passed away, aged 73. . “We are devastated to announce the passing of Mr Manfred Thierry Mugler on Sunday, January 23. May his soul Rest In Peace,” said a statement on Mugler’s official social media accounts. . The cause of death was reported natural causes, according to his agent. .

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

Rural stores should play a significant role in the government’s “levelling-up” agenda, says the Association of Convenience Stores (ACS). The ACS Rural Shop Report, launched today (Tuesday), reveals that half of rural stores operate with no other retail or service businesses nearby, acting as a lifeline for their customers. It said that these stores should.

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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 Times

JANUARY 25, 2022

An entrepreneur, mixologist and an artist walk into a bar. and on that seminal day, The Artisan Drinks Co was born. With creativity at the heart of the brand and a now 10-strong range of mixers, since launching in 2018, they have gone from strength-to-strength; 2021 saw 147% growth, as well as winning an armful of accolades. Hitting 2022 at full speed, Artisan Drinks is cementing its position as the most innovative mixer brand in the category with the launch of the perfect serve 200ml cans in Oc

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 24, 2022

Great collaborations are at the core of great brands. Here, Italian lighting company Masiero and designers from its previous collaborations share thoughts on their potential. Since it was founded in 1981, Masiero has transformed from a small atelier in Northern Italy’s Casale sul Sile, to one of the world’s leading specialists in lighting. A passion for blending traditional Italian craftsmanship with sophisticated contemporary aesthetics drives Masiero, as well as a collaborative approach, which

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 24, 2022

Sydney-based fashion label Injury is set to launch Australia’s first digital fashion non-fungible token (NFT) art series. The unique three-piece range, Extended Dreams, has been developed in collaboration with CG visual art and music collective Real Parent and will be available for purchase in early February via NFT creative agency Culture Vault. Inspired by the ACG (anime, comic and gaming) subculture, the digital fashion items are extremely rare and upon purchase, the owners will have the opti

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Talking Retail

JANUARY 25, 2022

Magnum is introducing new versions of its classic, almond and white chocolate flavour ice-creams. The new versions include extra elements to each ice-cream, including giving them a further half-dipping in chocolate. Versions include the Magnum classic remix (three-pack), the Magnum almond remix (three-pack); the Magnum white chocolate and berry remix (three-pack); and the Magnum almond.

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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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