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Bunnings rebrands some stores under cartoon character banner

Inside Retail

Home and lifestyle retailer Bunnings is collaborating with popular animated TV series Bluey to rebrand several of its stores in Australia and New Zealand. The rebrand, which affects six stores across all states in Australia and one store in New Zealand, is inspired by Hammerbarn – an episode from Season 2 of Bluey. In the episode, the Heeler family visit a local hardware store that resembles the Bunnings Keperra location in Queensland.

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Fun Dessert Bar Design Wows with Neon Signs and Vibrant Colors

Mindful Design

In May 2024, residents of Prescott, Arizona, will have a sweet reason to celebrate: Mango Bliss Dessert Bar will open its doors to all lovers of ice cream, yogurt and gelato with refined tastes and eager appetites. The name is fitting: The shop promises “bliss in every bite,” while its menu suggests a large variety […] The post Fun Dessert Bar Design Wows with Neon Signs and Vibrant Colors appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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The e-commerce trends set to accelerate this year

Inside Retail

The Australian e-commerce market is set for a dynamic evolution this year. Consumers will be even more selective, payment flexibility and innovation will be vital, and new tools to boost online security will gain momentum. Last year was another turning point for digital commerce. Following an earlier pandemic-induced surge, total online spending had climbed 5 per cent year-on-year to September.

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Click & Collect: Curbside Pick Up vs. Retail Parcel Lockers

Parcel Pending

Updated Jan 28, 2024 Retail shopping has forever changed with the exponential growth of online shopping and the evolution of click and collect shopping during the COVID-19 pandemic. After all, e-commerce’s share of all retail sales has now hit a jaw-dropping 23% during the third quarter of 2020. 1 Retail innovation , such as improved technology and order fulfillment options, have revolutionized the way consumers shop.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Metcash enters into $558.5 million acquisition agreements

Inside Retail

Wholesaler Metcash disclosed it has signed three acquisition agreements cumulatively valued at around $558.5 million. Metcash agreed to pay up to $412.3 million to acquire Superior Food Group , a foodservice distribution business with 23 branches nationwide and a 80,000sqm warehouse space. The company boasts an estimated over 20,000 customers including quick service restaurants, corporate caterers, cafes, restaurants, and hotels. “Superior Food provides a compelling opportunity to expand i

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Report outlining changing priorities in skills development has lessons for FMCG and retail organisations

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A new report on the trends and priorities shaping workplace learning and development in 2024 has important messages for those operating in the FMCG and retail sectors, capability development specialists Bridgethorne has advised.

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Commercial kitchen operator Karma Kitchen launches sixth site

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Karma Kitchen, the commercial kitchen operator, has announced the launch of its sixth site, a 14,682 sq ft, 26-unit strong location in Wimbledon, South West London. Joining sites across the capital, Wimbledon adds another key strategic location to Karma Kitchen’s growing portfolio.

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Why Apple’s Vision Pro may appeal more to businesses than consumers

Inside Retail

Apple’s Vision Pro could upend how people watch television at home and how they use computers at work, potentially positioning the headset to be a successor to both traditional television and the Mac. The US$3,500 headset (A$5400), which blends three-dimensional digital content with a view of the outside world, landed in the company’s physical US stores on Friday.

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Co-op serves-up two new stores creating 30 local jobs

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op has aunched two new stores on 2 Feburary to serve and support communities in Costessey (Norfolk) and Hednesford (Staffordshire) The near 3,000sq ft purpose-built convenience store located in the Queen’s Hills community, Costessey opens between 7am-10pm daily and, has created 15 jobs, while the Hednesford store is located in Noble Road, off Pye Gree

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Growth potential is not enough: Why Amer Sports’ IPO fell short

Inside Retail

Amer Sports’ initial public offering (IPO) has been making headlines after it discounted its stock almost immediately after being listed on the New York Stock Exchange. The company sold 105 million shares for US$13 instead of the US$16-18 it originally floated, putting Amer Sports’ valuation at over US$6 billion. The sporting goods conglomerate has a unique proposition with its broad portfolio of 11 brands that include Wilson Sporting Goods, Salomon and Arc’teryx.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

Speaker: Jennifer Wright and Nick Barron

2025 is right around the corner, and with it comes a new wave of consumer expectations, competitive pressures, and operational challenges. Success lies in finding the balance between operational flexibility and creating experiences that keep customers coming back. The future of retail belongs to those who can stay ahead of shifting customer preferences and marketing trends. 🔮 In this session, we’ll dive deep into what it takes to keep customers engaged and your operations nimble, no matt

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lululemon expands footwear offerings with casual and performance styles

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! lululemon has revealed its 2024 spring and summer footwear offering with new casual and performance innovations, including the brand’s first men’s collection. lululemon’s debut casual sneaker, cityverse, will be the first new style to launch, starting on February 13. lululemon also revealed new running models: beyondfeel and beyondfeel trail, which will

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Inside Nike’s cutting-edge, youth-centric sport hub in Singapore

Inside Retail

Nike’s latest flagship store, recently unveiled in the heart of Singapore, marks a significant milestone for the sportswear giant. The Nike Orchard Road store, a sprawling 28,000 square-foot sport hub, promises to be more than just a retail space, offering a revolutionary sport performance-led experience for athletes of all ages. Partnering with GMG, a global retailer and distributor based in the Middle East, Nike’s new store is one of the largest stand-alone Nike stores in Asia, outside o

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Bestway invests £3m into market leading deals and BOGOF offers

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Bestway Wholesale has announced that it is offering its customers market leading wholesale deals and Buy One Get One Free Offers (BOGOF) as part of a £3million ‘Thank you’ and Christmas investment into price, promotions and local support.