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Major retail chains yield to consumer pressure over facial scans

Inside Retail

A list of major retail chains that have confirmed they do not scan the faces of customers and use facial recognition technology has been published by consumer advocacy group Choice. The two retailers initially refused to back down but were today reported to have paused the technology.

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Grill’d CEO Simon Crowe on how drive-thru will inform its future growth

Inside Retail

Meanwhile, in Australia, retail chains including 7/11, Ferguson Plarre Bakehouse , and BWS have recently explored the drive-thru concept. He added that the brand will gain market and operational insights from the first drive-thru location, which will inform future growth plans. “We per cent to 2030.

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Danish brand Søstrene Grene to open 100 UK stores in expansion plan

Retail Times

After an incredible response to the homewares brand in the UK, Danish retail chain, Søstrene Grene, has ambitious growth plans in place to open over 100 UK stores before the year 2030. After […] If you want more information Retail Times get in touch!

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US brand Nautical Bowls primed for Australian launch

Inside Retail

Nautical Bowls, an acai bowl retail chain founded in the US, is heading to our shores. I am working on additional locations for next year with some leases already signed off on for an additional two locations with a total of 10 planned for roll out next year,” Lightfoot told Franchise Executives. “We

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Jollyes secures investment to supercharge its next phase of growth

Retail Times

Jollyes, the Pet Industry Federation’s current retail chain of the year, today announced it has secured significant backing from investment funds managed by TDR Capital LLP to enable it to accelerate its UK store growth plans.

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A Guide on How to Approach Retail Stores to Sell Your Product

Retail Bound

Head office meetings: For larger retail chains, you may need to approach the head office directly. You need a retail store that can highlight your product and show its value to consumers. Either way, you’d want a retail store that runs a strategic marketing plan. Plus, you can form lasting relationships.

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Collaborating as One Team with a Fully Connected Frontline?

Theatro

In addition, team members also gain immediate access to a suite of purpose-built applications designed to help them quickly find information, request assistance, and deliver game-changing customer experiences all while working “Heads Up & Hands-Free.” The Results: The $100 Million Insight.