Promotion Tech
DECEMBER 10, 2024
In todays competitive landscape, brands need more than clever content to stand outthey need memorable, interactive experiences that create a lasting impact. Enter experiential marketing, a strategy that transforms audiences from passive observers into active participants. By tapping into emotions and engagement, experiential marketing builds stronger connections between customers and brands.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 8, 2024
The Memo, Australias premium destination for expecting and existing parents, has created its own product line, Due. Co-founders Phoebe Simmonds and Kate Casey said the name of the private-label brand came from a similar frustration that gave birth to The Memo: That an industry focus on mothers is long overdue. We were playing with the concept of time for Due and in the creative process, we were working around the line: It’s time to put you first, Simmonds told Inside Retail.
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Design Boom
DECEMBER 11, 2024
'pleats please issey miyake' is located within the tadao ando-designed building at 14 kenmare street, in the heart of nolita. The post pleats please: issey miyake flagship opens in tadao ando’s first new york city building appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Retail Design Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
This is a redesign of the Swedish Fish packaging done for my package design class. My main objective of this.
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 Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Fragrance Shop, the UKs leading independent fragrance retailer, marked its 30th anniversary with a record-breaking moment at its headquarters in Central Manchester. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of The Fragrance Wall, an extraordinary installation showcasing 3,000 fragrances, earning the retailer a coveted spot in the Guinness World Re
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Bed Threads, The Iconic, and Oroton ranked ahead of other retailers in November for overall returns experience in the Online CX Index, Australias first and only online retailer performance platform powered by real data. The Online CX Index, a partnership between Inside Retail and Humii, covered the returns experience for November, from customer re-packaging and returning a product to receiving their refund.
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Theatro
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The retail worlds pulse beats strongest at one event each year: the National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show. This premier trade show, held annually in New York City, gathers retailers, technology innovators, and thought leaders from across the globe to showcase the latest advancements in the industry. Theatro is excited to be part of the NRF 2025 Big Show, and we invite you to visit our booth to experience firsthand how were transforming frontline communication and productivity.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! With the festive season in full-swing, and ahead of Katherine Jenkins & Friends annual Christmas concert at the Royal Albert Hall, founders of Cygnet Gin, Katherine Jenkins OBE and Andrew Levitas, are thrilled to announce an exciting new partnership with Matteo Fantacchiotti, who has joined Cygnet as Partner and Chairman.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The Australian Retailers Association (ARA) is calling for national consistency in knife laws after new regulations took effect in New South Wales. Under NSWs new knife laws, it is illegal to sell knives to a child under the age of 18 (with exemptions for retailers selling to those who need a knife for their work or study). Police also have the authority to scan people for knives or weapons without a warrant in public.
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The 2024 edition of MAPIC has now closed, but once again it has affirmed itself as an indispensable business platform in an ever-evolving industry. Despite the many challenges facing the retail sector, these three days of networking and information exchange demonstrated that the sector’s fundamentals remain strong and its determination unwavering.
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Design Week
DECEMBER 11, 2024
I’ve worked in the creative industry for nearly three decades, and I’ve been sitting between the worlds of in-house and agency for at least 15 years. Through all these years, I’ve watched trends come and go, disruptive technologies shake things up, and new business models rise and fall. But right now, we are on the […] Source What to read next: “It’s design leaders, not Gen Z, who need to change” | “How graphic design ruined a good pint” | We
Retail Times
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Primark has hit a new milestone, opening four new stores across four countries yesterday as its ambitious international expansion continues ahead of the festive season. The four stores in Glasgow, Scotland, Tours, France, Madrid, Spain (a relocation) and Queens, New York, US represent a combined investment of37 million.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 10, 2024
The Reserve Bank of Australias latest cash rate decision has been described by the Australian Retailers Association as a missed opportunity to provide relief for households and businesses this festive season. The RBA on Tuesday decided to hold the cash rate at 4.35 per cent, which has remained unchanged since December last year. This comes as bad news for retailers, especially smaller businesses, amid challenges from subdued consumer spending and rising business costs, according to ARA chief ind
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 9, 2024
This holiday season (and beyond), its even easier for shoppers at Benuta to find whats on their wishlists. Just in time for the holidays, Benuta Europes largest online store for rugs, and a provider of complementary home decor has teamed up with US-based Constructor , an ecommerce search and product discovery platform. With its large, diverse product catalogue including more than 20,000 items for all spaces and aesthetics Benuta uses Constructor so shoppers can pinpoint whats best for them.
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 Works Inc
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Kesslers Diamonds new store in Kenosha, Wis., makes a statement about the employee-owned business emphasis on customer service, engaging clients from the moment they pull into the parking lot with a blend of beauty and functionality, according to Kesslers operations director. Click to read full article The post From Baubles to Beer: Kesslers Long-Anticipated Kenosha Store Has It All appeared first on Retailworks Inc.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Kennet Crayfish Company was a top three finalist in the “Food Producer of the Year category at the BBC Food and Farming Awards 2024. The finalists and winner were recognised at a ceremony in Glasgow by an expert panel of judges led by chef Hugh Fearnley-Whittingstall.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Marieke Van Bruggen has been coding for nearly 30 years, but she still feels like she’s “learning a lot in this space” “This space” being the realm of data and digital analytics , a part of the retail industry that has become increasingly critical to business success. “There’s been a lot of change, even just since Covid with e-commerce obviously getting much more of a focus than it was previously,” Van Bruggen told Inside Retail.
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Derbion, the East Midlands premier retail and leisure destination, has announced that 2024 saw a series of new openings, upsizes and relocations across the shopping centre as it continues to attract and retain leading retail and F&B brands. Derbion store and facilities photography 2024. Pictured by Shaun Fellows / Shine Pix Ltd Over the past 12 months the shopping centre has welcomed seven new arrivals including established names such as B&M, White Stuff, and Pavers, whilst also attracti
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
DECEMBER 11, 2024
How much time do we really spend working? More than we spend at home. Yet, finding a balance between work […] The post Transforming ceramic slabs into eco-active materials for hygienic workplaces appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Pricer, the leading in-store automation andcommunication solutions provider, has announced a collaboration withGoogle Cloudto accelerate retailers pricing automation and shelf-edge digitalisation. Thecollaboration, which sees Pricers Plaza platform enabled by Google Cloud, will delivergreater speed, scalability and security to power in-store efficiencies
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 8, 2024
Woolworths has reopened its four distribution centres after reaching a deal with the striking workers but expects about a $140 million negative impact on food sales due to the picketing, which began last November 21. Woolworths said that the United Workers Union (UWU) has endorsed the new individual enterprise agreements comprised of wage increases of a cumulative 11 per cent over three years.
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 9, 2024
True Fit , the leading AI-driven solution that decodes size and fit for shoppers and fashion retailers, has announced its certification as a Shopify Plus Certified App Partner, helping fashion retailers selling on Shopify leverage AI-size and -fit recommendations to power conversions, improve customer lifetime value (CLV) and reduce returns. As a hallmark of innovation and proven performance, True Fit is the first – and only – size and fit app to be certified on the Shopify Plus Cert
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.
Design Week
DECEMBER 9, 2024
One of a number of challenges facing design leaders today is recruiting a balanced team who work well together and deliver against the tasks put to them by the businesses they work for. There can be few leaders who haven’t got this wrong at least once in their careers, and when it happens, it’s a […] Source What to read next: “Dear agencies, you need to change…” | “How graphic design ruined a good pint” | Welcome (back) to the new Design Week | Wha
Retail Times
DECEMBER 11, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Product barcodes could disappear within five years and be replaced with ‘smart’ QR codes which communicate useful information to consumers, according to experts. The new technology would enable consumers to see anything from a products environmental impact to the labour standards involved in its production.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 10, 2024
Samsung Electronics has introduced its Customer Service Store in Sydney, the first of its kind in Australia. Located at Macquarie Centre, the concept store aims to showcase the companys latest technology and innovations, providing an immersive shopping experience alongside unparalleled customer service. The South Korean brand says that with customer centricity at its core, the facility features self-discovery zones and consultation lounges equipped with advanced diagnostic tools to troubleshoot
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 9, 2024
Streamlining the payout experience for merchants and other businesses,Ecommpay, the inclusive global payments platform, has launched a new Payouts via Hosted Payment Page facility. The new, efficient way to process payouts to payment cards as well for deposits made toApple Pay and Google Pay, the advanced Payouts via Payment Page solution is an industry first and game-changer for businesses where senders dont have the beneficiary’s details.
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Design Wanted
DECEMBER 13, 2024
Listone Giordano, the renowned brand specializing in luxury wood flooring, has introduced Trafic, a vibrant new parquet collection designed by […] The post A timeless fusion: wood surfaces that unite history, modernity, color and form appeared first on DesignWanted.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Heinz and the Lean Kitchen Network (LKN) have today announced the launch of its new Heinz Brekkie grab-and-go meals, available in-store at WHSmith. Building on their successful partnership, which delivers delicious Heinz-filled breakfasts straight to the countrys front doors, Heinz and LKN are now bringing these bold flavours to hungry commuters across t
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 11, 2024
After 30 years of adorning brides with bespoke wedding gowns, Australian designer Steven Khalil is rolling out the couture carpet in collaboration with Designer Rugs. The collection marks the couturiers first release in the interior design category, with three rugs that draw inspiration from some of Khalil’s most intricately detailed red carpet gowns.
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 9, 2024
The 2025 Retail Visual Merchandising and Display Awards are officially open for entries, offering an exceptional opportunity for retail professionals to celebrate their creative achievements and gain valuable industry recognition. Taking place on 12th March 2025 in London , next year s event will continue its long-standing tradition of spotlighting the talent that shapes retail spaces into captivating experiences.
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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