Tue.Aug 06, 2024

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5 Tips for Overcoming Common Retail Product Launch Challenges

Retail Bound

Launching a new product in retail is an exciting time for any product manufacturer, but it also comes with its fair share of challenges. From inventory management to marketing strategies, there are various factors that can affect the success of a retail product launch. To help you overcome some common retail product launch challenges, we have compiled 5 tips that will guide you in the process.

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Mosaic Brands considers applicability of safe harbour provisions

Inside Retail

Mosaic Brands has confirmed it is considering the applicability of safe harbour provisions amid operational issues adversely affecting its trade. Mosaic Brands’ confirmation came in a stockmarket filing and follows a report in The Australian Financial Review that the company had entered a safe harbour. Safe harbour provisions protect directors from personal liability for insolvent trading while pursuing turnaround options for their companies.

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Consumers still want relationships with their favourite fashion brands even when they can’t afford to buy, new research from Centra reveals

Retail Focus

Over half (55%) of UK consumers still engage with the fashion brands they love, even if they can’t or aren’t buying from them currently, with a view to purchasing from these favourite brands again once their financial situation improves, according to the latest research from Centra , the specialist ecommerce platform for fashion and lifestyle brands.

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Westfield Bondi Junction’s youngest leaseholder talks all things Alana Maria

Inside Retail

The face and hands behind Alana Maria Jewellery is Alana Ellis, a 26-year-old from Sydney’s Northern Beaches who has nurtured a passion for jewellery design since primary school, when she began selling beaded bracelets to her peers. In high school, Ellis experimented with the raw materials and dainty designs the brand is known for today. In 2022, she became Westfield Bondi Junction’s youngest leaseholder and navigating the agreements for her three stores has taught her a lot about holding her ow

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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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Asteri Beauty unveils four brand homes in Jeddah, Riyadh, Abha, and Dhahran, created in partnership with Dalziel & Pow.

Retail Focus

Asteri Beauty continues to invest in boutique brand homes as part of their commitment to empower and connect with discerning modern Saudi Arabian women and put A-beauty on the map, with home-grown high-performance make-up with soul. Asteri – named after Asteria, the Greek goddess of falling stars – has taken a constellation approach to retail, with four new brand homes reflecting their locations, celebrating local heritage and beauty, while collectively shining brighter and represent

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VF Corporation’s net loss more than triples in fiscal first quarter

Inside Retail

Outdoor apparel retailer VF Corporation’s net loss more than tripled in the fiscal first quarter amid lower revenue across the majority of its brands. The group’s net loss surged 350.8 per cent year over year to US$258.9 million as net revenues declined 8.6 per cent to $1.91 billion. The North Face brand’s revenue fell 3 per cent to $524.2 million while Vans’ revenue plunged 21 per cent to $581.8 million.

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Two Australian retailers are leading with empathy to change the fertility industry

Inside Retail

Premium parenting retailer, The Memo, has announced that it will exclusively stock When Fertility’s at-home egg count check test – the first of its kind in Australia. Maz Coote, co-founder and CEO of When Fertility, described the product to Inside Retail as “a customer-first approach, putting control back into the hands of women who want to understand their fertility, and own their fertility journeys.

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Pizza Hut partners with Xbox as part of new Together We Pizza campaign

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Today, Pizza Hut announced that for every new Handcrafted pizza purchase, new customers receive a one-month PC Game Pass membership at no extra cost between 5th August 2024 and 15th September 2024. Pizza Hut has partnered with Xbox for its “Together We Pizza” campaign that surprises and excites communities everywhere, especially in the places you may not

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From cart to click: How technology is transforming the supermarket sector

Inside Retail

No more trudging up and down the aisles, just click and get your goods delivered to your door. The convenience of buying groceries online was of great help for many shoppers during pandemic lockdowns, and it has stuck. In Australia, nearly half of consumers (48 per cent) are now shopping online at least sometimes. While online grocery sales are predicted to keep growing strongly , the majority of grocery shopping still happens in physical stores.

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Charity shops are disrupting the retail sector and Gen Z is our secret weapon, says Save the Children

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! By Kate Bishop Director of Retail and Brand Strategy, Save The Children For too long the charity retail sector has been perceived to be on the outskirts of the mainstream. We’ve made our way into some specific categories with high fashion specialists in the designer second hand market, furniture specialists including up-cyclists becoming more sought [&#

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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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These five core drivers explain why we shop. Here’s how to harness them

Inside Retail

Retail is inherently human, and there are essential drives in consumer behaviour that brands need to understand to build lasting relationships with their customers. In Paul Lawrence’s book Drive , human actions are driven by five fundamental motivations: to acquire, bond, learn, defend and feel. These drives have deep evolutionary roots, formed as humans adapted to survive and thrive over countless generations.

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Primark partners with Kappa on new collection

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Primark, the international fashion retailer, has teamed up with Italian sportswear brand Kappa to launch a 30-piece collection designed for sports and everyday styling. Combining Kappa’s mission of designing innovative and high-performing sportswear with contemporary trends, the range features hoodies, seamless sets and accessories across womenswear and

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Redefining Hospitality

Design Middleeast

Glenn Nobbs, General Manager, Millennium Place Barsha Heights Hotel and Apartments, discusses his journey in the hospitality industry, the significance of rebranding and new openings, and the emerging trends shaping the future of hotel management and guest experiences. Can you tell us about your journey in the hospitality industry and how it all began in Sydney, Australia?

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Consumers still want relationships with favourite fashion brands even when they can’t afford to buy, research from Centra reveals

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Over half (55%) of UK consumers still engage with the fashion brands they love, even if they can’t or aren’t buying from them currently, with a view to purchasing from these favourite brands again once their financial situation improves, according to the latest research from Centra, the specialist e-commerce platform for fashion and lifestyle brands.

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

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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McCarthy Tétrault Law Offices by ACDF Architecture and BVN Architecture

Retail Design Blog

ACDF Architecture and BVN Architecture transformed McCarthy Tétrault law firm’s Montreal offices into open, collaborative spaces with standardized workstations, flexible.

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Barclays: card spending declines in July, despite Euros final and holidays boosting pubs and travel

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Consumer card spending fell -0.3% year-on-year in July – a slight improvement on June (-0.6%) but noticeably lower than the latest CPIH inflation rate of 2.8% – as the mixed weather across the month, combined with Brits’ selective discretionary spending, continued to pose challenges for retailers.

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Tom Wood shop-in-shop

Retail Design Blog

Almost one year after Oslo-based jewellery brand Tom Wood opened up shop in Tokyo, it has raised its profile once.

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The Mercers’ Company announces flurry of leasing activity in Covent Garden

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Mercers’ Company has announced a flurry of leasing activity in Covent Garden, with leading fashion and beauty brands, Nobody’s Child, SpaceNK, Whisltes, and Lipault, committing to over 11,200sq ft of prime retail space on Long Acre and Neal Street.

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Loyalty 101: How To Turn Browsers Into Buyers For Lasting Engagement

Speaker: Shaunna Bruton, Danielle Wyllie, and Kailey Holmes

Say goodbye to one-size-fits-all retail, and say hello to experiences that keep your customers coming back for more! Customer loyalty isn’t just earned - it’s cultivated through meaningful engagement with the help of data. This webinar will take you behind the scenes of how top retailers turn customer data into personalized experiences that drive engagement and retention.

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Zadna dates by Fatma Ayman

Retail Design Blog

The packaging design draws inspiration from the rich culture and iconic landmarks of Siwa, a renowned city in Egypt celebrated.

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Frgranced cleaning brand Zoflora launches £1.7 million national TV campaign

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Zoflora – the indulgently fragranced, award-winning cleaning brand – is kickstarting the second half of the year with a national TV campaign worth £1.7 million. Ready to accelerate an already busy period for the brand with the upcoming launch of seasonal scents, the ad illustrates effortless cleaning and shows how Zoflora’s beautiful fragrances tra

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Driving brand growth via penetration? – Check this first!

Mike Anthony

Growing a brand by driving penetration is nothing new. It got a lot more focus after Byron Sharp published ‘How Brands Grow’. But I’ve noticed an interesting quirk in the way marketers interpret ‘driving penetration’ that can lead to significant problems. The challenge? Most marketers when challenged to ‘increase penetration’ automatically focus on recruitment – adding new shoppers.

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Boots launches ‘Maybe Baby’ clothing range with Mollie King in collaboration with Poeticgem

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Maybe Baby’ will be available exclusively at Boots stores nationwide and online from 6th August. A one stop shop for baby’s needs, the brand offers gorgeous contemporary easy wear pieces that combine comfort, quality and style in ages 0-2 years.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s

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Olympic fever: A golden opportunity – if you’ve got cash to splash

Inside Retail

In our fragmented sporting environment, events such as the Olympics should be a unifying cultural event that knocks footy off the back pages and down the pecking order in retail. But strict licensing arrangements make it difficult for retailers and brands to play a meaningful role. Thinking about tapping into Olympic fever? Make sure you know the rules.

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Royal Mail has announced a new partnership with YEEP!, giving its customers 24/7 access to 1,000 more lockers

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Royal Mail is expanding its growing parcel lockers network through a new partnership with lockers provider YEEP!, giving customers more choice to make sending and receiving parcels as convenient as possible.

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GAIL’s Bakery wins 15 Great Taste Awards for 2024

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! GAIL’s Bakery has won 15 Great Taste Awards for 2024. Great Taste is the world’s largest and most-trusted food and drink accreditation scheme – a fitting recognition of GAIL’s Bakery’s commitment to the craft of baking.

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Zalando returns to growth as its efforts to improve its product offering start to pay off, says GlobalData

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Following today’s release of Zalando’s figures for the three months ending 30th June 2024; Louise Deglise-Favre, Apparel Analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers her view: “Zalando’s revenue returned to growth in Q2 FY2024, rising 3.4% to €2.6bn, driven by its improved product selection, notably within sportswear and beauty, re

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How To Craft Your Perfect Retail Tech Stack

Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Brian Walker

The era of all-in-one platforms is over. Now, retail success depends on integrating a blend of diverse technologies to thrive. As customers and stakeholders expect agility and innovation, how can you meet these expectations efficiently without stumbling into complexity? Explore a customer-centric approach to navigating digital transformation in retail.

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Flooring company records 400% YOY growth despite industry challenges

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Flooring King, the Newcastle Upon Tyne-based flooring specialist, has announced a staggering 400% increase in revenue over the past year. This success comes against the backdrop of a challenging industry landscape, highlighted by the recent struggles of competitor Carpetright, which has faced store closures and administration.

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Cathedral City launches Cathedral City Bites

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cathedral City, the UK’s number one cheese brand from Saputo Dairy UK, today announces the expansion of its kids snacking range with the launch of Cathedral City Bites. The total Kids Snacking subcategory is worth £340.3 million, and with health remaining a top priority for parents and 65% of parents considering cheese to be a good snack […]

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Jacksons of Yorkshire launches staycation-themed on pack promotion

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Leading bakery, Jacksons of Yorkshire, is launching an on-pack promotion, championing the brand’s famous Yorkshire spirit. Recently named as the country’s fastest growing bread brand,* Jacksons of Yorkshire’s campaign will go live on August 14th across SKUs in its core range of full-sized Bloomer loaves.

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Fashion icon and staple of nostalgia and style, Miffy, announces new collaborations

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Miffy, the world-renowned, beloved bunny created by Dutch artist Dick Bruna, has announced a number of new collaborations: Vintage brand great Retrospekt will announce later this year its very first Miffy collection, which will be available at Urban Outfitters.

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A Blueprint for B2B Commerce

In the B2B space, digital expectations are higher than ever. Consumer platforms have made online experiences incredibly user-friendly and efficient, adding pressure for businesses to follow suit to meet the expectations of the modern B2B buyer. Take inspiration from B2C commerce strategies and adapt them for B2B digital interactions. Learn to create engaging and well-crafted consumer shopping experiences with insights and tools from Orium’s report, A Blueprint to B2B Commerce.