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new dior flagship blossoms in geneva with architecture by christian de portzamparc

Design Boom

maison dior has unveiled its newest swiss boutique in geneva, a landmark flagship designed by christian de portzamparc. The post new dior flagship blossoms in geneva with architecture by christian de portzamparc appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Viva Energy’s first-quarter convenience sales dip

Inside Retail

Viva Energy’s convenience sales declined 4.4 per cent year over year to $259 million in the first quarter. The company attributed the lower turnover to the divestiture of 25 Coles Express sites to Chevron, the timing of Easter in March, and lower tobacco sales. However, the company said its acquisition of OTR Group provides a platform to boost its convenience business.

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Delivery management platform, Scurri topped over €12 billion in Gross Merchandise Value (GMV) in the total value of shipments processed in 2023

Retail Focus

Delivery management platform, Scurri , today reported an increase in the total gross merchandising value (GMV) of goods processed through its platform, which totalled over €12 billion in 2023. Already working with hundreds of retailers and brands, Scurri added a mixture of enterprise and mid-market retailers, including The Perfume Shop, BrandAlley, Victoria Plumbing, Loake Shoes, LeMieux and Weird Fish, to its roster of clients last year.

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Wray & Nephew Iaunches funding initiative to support UK Black businesses

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Wray & Nephew, in partnership with Foundervine, has launched the third year of its Wray Forward programme. In collaboration with Foundervine, one of the largest and most active accelerator ecosystems in the UK, Wray Forward is an ambitious, free programme that supports Black founders across the UK by giving them access to mentorship opportunities, ed

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

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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STEPS architecture’s red dot design museum nestles within shopping mall in china

Design Boom

LED screens and dynamic displays enhance the museum experience, providing visitors with immersive visuals and interactive elements. The post STEPS architecture’s red dot design museum nestles within shopping mall in china appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.

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Clorox in court over Glad bag greenwashing

Inside Retail

Clorox Australia is facing legal action from the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC) over allegations it made false or misleading representations about certain Glad-branded kitchen and garbage bags being partly made of recycled “ocean plastic”. Clorox advertised that its Glad Kitchen Tidy Bags and Garbage Bags were made of 50 per cent plastic collected from the ocean or sea.

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Acoustics in design

Design Middleeast

Dima Alkawadri, Assistant Professor at Heriot-Watt University Dubai, outlines how to incorporate acoustic solutions into a design for enhanced environments. Designers are increasingly recognising audio as an essential element to enhance the multi-sensory experience in spaces. Multi-sensory spaces engage and stimulate users more effectively, promoting creativity and creating a sense of satisfaction.

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The Oksýs chaise longue taps Pininfarina’s automotive heritage

Design Wanted

In the collection of the Museum of Modern Art in New York, there is an iconic car—a Cisitalia 202, born from Pininfarina‘s visionary design in 1947. […] The post The Oksýs chaise longue taps Pininfarina’s automotive heritage appeared first on DesignWanted.

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What Coles and Woolworths chiefs told the supermarket pricing inquiry 

Inside Retail

The CEOs of supermarket giants Coles and Woolworths stated their cases to the Senate inquiry this week as the government looks into the allegations of price gouging and anti-competitive practices. Both companies have now uploaded their opening statements online. And both outgoing Woolworths CEO Brad Banducci and Coles CEO Leah Weckert said their supermarket chains have tried to help customers cope with the rising cost of living during the past years.

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L’OBJET Appoints New CEO, Stanislas Le Bert

Retail Focus

International luxury brand L’OBJET is thrilled to announce the appointment of Stanislas Le Bert as Chief Executive Officer, effective immediately. Boasting over 15 years of experience in the luxury beauty & lifestyle industries, Le Bert is a global brand leader with expertise in transforming organizations and in omnichannel marketing & sales growth strategies.

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

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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Harnessing Pallet Skirts for Club Store Success

Creative Displays Now

Shopping in-store allows customers to get a product immediately, leverage customer services and explore other items in the same product range. These reasons prove why 73% of consumers would still buy items in brick-and-mortar retail spaces. Custom pallet skirts enhance the in-store shopping experience by showcasing your brand and making your products more accessible.

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Abstracta is improving workspaces with its wellness-inspired acoustic panels

Design Wanted

Dedicated to enhancing workplace environments through innovative acoustic solutions, Abstracta has one mission—to boost productivity and foster a positive working environment. This year, the brand expands […] The post Abstracta is improving workspaces with its wellness-inspired acoustic panels appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Westfield Bondi Junction to reopen Friday; ‘Reflection Day’ on Thursday

Inside Retail

Westfield Bondi Junction has invited the community and customers to a Community Reflection Day on Thursday, from 11am to 5pm. The shopping centre will remain closed for trading on Thursday and resume trading on Friday, April 19. The Community Reflection Day will be held on the fourth level of the shopping centre, Myer side. The centre will not play any background music and advertisements on digital screens, calling for a peaceful and quiet reflection moment for participants.

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Deliveroo x Boots launch a ‘Marathon Roo-covery’ hub

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As the nation gears up for the UK’s biggest running race in London, Deliveroo has teamed up with Boots to create the ultimate ‘Marathon Roo-covery’ hub to help aid runners post-marathon recovery. Handpicked by Warren ‘Woz’ Whitely, a celebrity fitness and running coach, the Deliveroo and Boots ‘Marathon Roo-covery’ hub shows runners ten products selected

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

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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Choosing a Distribution Model: Drop Shipping vs Traditional Inventory

Retail Bound

Welcome back, retail enthusiasts! One of the topics that consistently comes up in the retail world is the logistics of shipping. From the manufacturers to the distributors, to your retail store – there are many factors and unexpected costs to consider during the shipping process that can be often overlooked. There are many facets of shipping that every merchant will need to understand in order to be successful, but we start with one of the fundamentals: choosing a supply distribution model.

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Her work is an emphasis on research, exploration, and collaboration with artisans

Design Wanted

Alice Mandelli is not just a designer; she’s a dynamo of energy and passion with a deeply introspective and problem-solving mindset. In 2022, she embarked on […] The post Her work is an emphasis on research, exploration, and collaboration with artisans appeared first on DesignWanted.

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When creativity gets reduced to a commodity: What is the real cost of dupes?

Inside Retail

Knockoffs, fakes, replicas and imitations have long held a place in retail but dupes and their growing acceptability on TikTok have taken consumer behaviour to new heights. No product category appears to be safe with the existence of retailers dedicated to systematically ripping and profiting off popular designs, products and formulas. Sydney-based entrepreneur, Julia Sakr, founded the luxury dog-bed brand, Barney, one of the brands that was “duped” recently by multinational supermarket Aldi.

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Dubai Design District hosts first knowledge-sharing event with Durini Design Association

Design Middleeast

Representatives from the two design districts plus key industry stakeholders came together at the iconic Four Seasons Hotel Milano to engage and share insights Dubai Design District (d3) , the global creative ecosystem by TECOM Group PJSC, this week expanded its profile in Italy by organising its first-ever networking and knowledge-sharing event in Milan.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

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

Retail Bound

Developing and launching a product that can help you gain profit is the first step that you have to overcome in starting or growing a wholesale business. However, the real challenge for entrepreneurs comes after the product launch— and that is sales and distribution to retail stores. However, the trick of the trade is that if you want a large profit margin, you also have to widen your reach.

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Sushi Hotaru – QVB

Retail Design Blog

Bursting from the QVB’s lower floor, Sushi Hotaru Charcoal Bar offers a dynamic dining affair. Inspired by the luminous flight.

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Vicinity sells Perth shopping centre for $107 million

Inside Retail

Vicinity Centres has agreed to sell the Maddington Central shopping centre in suburban Perth to property investor Realside for $107 million, the Australian Financial Review reported. According to the report, Realside purchased the asset in an off-market trade at a premium to the $97 million book value. It noted that the acquisition cost represents more than 40 per cent discount to the land and replacement value.

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Mint Velvet to open its Milton Keynes city debut store at centre:mk

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Mint Velvet, the British womenswear brand renowned for its relaxed yet glamorous style, has announced it will open a key regional store at centre:mk in Milton Keynes. Set to open this Summer, Mint Velvet’s 2,800 sq.ft. debut store will be located on centre:mk’s premium Silbury Arcade and will stock a full collection of their womenswear, […] If you

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

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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Sedus: Ergonomic Excellence

Design Middleeast

Joelle Nader, Sedus’ Managing Director, discusses ergonomic furniture, the impact of technology on design, workplace trends, and what to expect from the brand in the near future. Can you give a quick overview of what you do professionally at Sedus and what do you find most meaningful about your work? I belong to Sedus family since 2009, and currently responsible of Sedus Office Furniture LLC, a subsidiary of Sedus, overlooking the Middle East markets.

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Parc Olympique by Lemay

Retail Design Blog

Architectural and design firm Lemay, and lighting agency LumiGroup, have combined their expertise to transform a partially under-exploited sector of.

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Why the founder of Culture Kings wants retailers to sell with emotion and magic

Inside Retail

Culture Kings is an Australian retail phenomenon, what started as a Carrara market stall in 2008 evolved into an international retailer being listed on the stock exchange with a $600 million valuation. Founder and CEO Simon Beard took to the stage at Retail Fest 2024 in the Gold Coast, the city where it all started for him, to share what he refers to as the art of retail.

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Antolini’s Cristallo Vitrum “WOW” looks like a sheet of glacial ice

Design Wanted

Italian stone manufacturer Antolini has prepared something cooling as we slowly edge ourselves into the summer. Okay, maybe “cooling” is a little bit misleading—on the occasion […] The post Antolini’s Cristallo Vitrum “WOW” looks like a sheet of glacial ice appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Mapping Digital Transformation: Retail’s Strategic Shift

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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Amex backs grant programme supporting London and Manchester’s small and independent operators

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Small independent restaurants in London and Manchester can now apply for a share of £220,000 to help grow their business as an American Express-supported grant programme returns for a third year to the UK. Run by the International Downtown Association (IDA) Foundation in partnership with the Association of Town & City Management (ATCM) in the [̷

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Manpower office by Kragelj Architects

Retail Design Blog

All too often, success in business is all about embracing change. Recognition of changes that have taken place, and acknowledging.

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Westfield Bondi Junction remains closed after Saturday’s tragedy – updated

Inside Retail

Westfield Bondi Junction remained closed on Monday as authorities investigating Saturday’s mass murder combed the mall for evidence. Well-wishers and grieving locals placed floral tributes to the victims outside its entrances on Sunday. In a statement issued Monday morning, Scentre said the mall would “open in due course” once on-site police enquiries are complete.

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Alcova 2024: ‘Barely There’ furniture and standing chandeliers take over historic villas

Design Wanted

From a former abattoir to a panettone factory and even a serene convent on the outskirts of Milan, Alcova has always been synonymous with redefining space […] The post Alcova 2024: ‘Barely There’ furniture and standing chandeliers take over historic villas appeared first on DesignWanted.

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2 Retail Sectors That Are Completely Changing the Game: FMCG & Q-Commerce

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.