Thu.Jan 25, 2024

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Levi’s new CEO Michelle Gass: “In retail, everything matters”

Inside Retail

Michelle Gass’ first day as CEO of Levi Strauss & Co on January 29 has been several months in the making. The global apparel company, which owns Levi’s, Dockers and Beyond Yoga, announced Gass as the successor to outgoing CEO Chip Bergh back in November 2022. The unusually long transition period was designed to ensure a smooth handover, and Gass and Bergh have been working together for the past year.

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Make Llum BCN’24 a part of your ‘Destination for Innovation’ experience at ISE 2024

Retail Focus

Prepare for an electrifying fusion of artistry and technology as Integrated Systems Europe (ISE), the unrivalled global hub for professional audio-visual (pro AV) and systems integration, proudly announces its third-year sponsorship of the dazzling Llum BCN’24 light arts festival. Transforming Barcelona into a luminous masterpiece from 2 – 4 February, Llum BCN’24 promises an immersive journey into the realms of contemporary art, technology, and cutting-edge lighting design and is a programme of

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What Stitch Fix signals about the future of personalised subscription boxes

Inside Retail

Online shopping service Stitch Fix’s recent announcement that it would be cutting all full-time stylists and opting for a more casual approach to staffing these roles has raised questions about the viability of the business model, which was first popularised by the likes of Trunk Club in the early 2010s. A Stitch Fix spokesperson confirmed the change to the media and said the reasoning behind the unstitching of its current employment structure for stylists was to ensure flexibility and continue

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Jason Wu store by SLT Design

Retail Design Blog

New York City-based Taiwanese-Canadian designer Jason Wu established his eponymous fashion brand in 2007 while also doing stints at other.

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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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Restaurant Brands’ sales increase amid recovery from Covid impact

Inside Retail

Restaurant Brands’ sales increased last year, thanks to recovery from the impacts of the Covid-19 Omicron outbreak and the addition of new stores. Full-year sales reached $1.32 billion, up 6.7 per cent from the prior year, with the largest growth experienced across all brands in New Zealand, were sales surged 8.1 per cent to $571.8 million. The company opened two stores there during the fourth quarter of last year, taking the number of stores to 147, in addition to the 118 Pizza Hut stores

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Mel Honey by Constantin Bolimond

Retail Design Blog

Wildflower honey belongs to the floral honeys. It is produced from the nectar of flowers and collected from various wildflowers.

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Tripledot Studios Offices by NT Studio

Retail Design Blog

NT Studio designed the Tripledot Studios offices with ample workspace and bold colors in Barcelona, Spain. Tripledot offices is a.

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Aiming high for a better world

Design Middleeast

Nithin Gangadharan, Co-Founder and Managing Director of Aujan Interiors, on the region’s evolving fit-out market, key offerings of the latest ventures, exciting projects, and aiming for the better of the world. Briefly discuss your current role and responsibilities at Aujan Interiors and your vision moving forward? I am the co-founder of Aujan Interiors.

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Azabudai Hills store by CASE-REAL

Retail Design Blog

The plan for the Azabudai Hills branch of “Suzukake,” a wagashi (Japanese sweets) store with its headquarters based in Fukuoka.

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Too Good To Go launches AI-powered solution to help retailers manage surplus food

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Too Good To Go, the social impact company behind the world’s largest marketplace for surplus food, announces the launch of Too Good To Go Platform. This modular end-to-end surplus food management solution enables grocery retailers, from hypermarkets to convenience stores, to unlock value from excess inventory.

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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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Trophy and Sign Center in Wonderland with Drytac ReTac Textures for wallcovering project

Drytac

The Virginia-based company used ReTac Textures film to produce the set of striking wall graphics themed on the classic children’s book, ‘Alice in Wonderland’. Virginia-based diversified printing and signage business Trophy and Sign Center used Drytac ReTac Textures wallcovering film to create a stunning wall mural based on the iconic children’s book, ‘Alice in Wonderland’.

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Co-op launches sustainability pilot to decarbonise beef

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op announces pilot scheme to financially reward farmers in its beef supply chain for sustainable farming practices. In partnership with its supplier Dunbia, the leading convenience retailer outlines plans to rapidly decarbonise its supply chain in a new ‘Beef Sustainability Pilot’, which will see farmers rewarded for reducing their impact on the envir

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Libérer le potentiel des hôtes dans un réseau ouvert de consignes

Parcel Pending

L’expansion mondiale du commerce électronique a entraîné une augmentation significative des livraisons et des retours pour les transporteurs et les détaillants. Beaucoup de ces entreprises investissent désormais dans des solutions de livraison en magasin pour gérer efficacement ces défis. Cependant, pour maximiser la croissance et offrir une expérience fluide et étendue tout en réalisant des économies substantielles, la mise en place d’un Réseau Ouvert de Consignes se présente comme

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GroceryAid announces 2023 award winners

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! GroceryAid has announced its 2023 award winners, with 440 organisations achieving an award in recognition of their help in fundraising, increasing awareness and providing expertise for the industry charity throughout last year.

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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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The Best Examples of OOH & Guerrilla Advertising

Contra

In the sprawling urban jungles, where digital screens and billboards vie for attention, Out-Of-Home (OOH) and Guerrilla advertising have emerged as a breath of fresh air, blending creativity with physical space. Here, we delve into nine exemplary campaigns that underline the boundless potential of OOH and Guerrilla advertising. What is OOH & Guerrilla Advertising?

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Celtic Whisky Distillerie drops new Gwlarn Celtic Malt

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! French whisky brand, Celtic Whisky Distillerie is dropping a fresh new taste with the launch of its new whisky blend, Gwalarn Celtic Malt. The premium spirit is distilled at 40% ABV and joins the growing Celtic Whisky family, alongside the previously launched Gwalarn Celtic Whisky Blend and the distillery’s established French whiskys Glann Ar Mor and Kor

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Smart charge: Sainsbury’s unveils new ultra-rapid EV charging hub at Fosse Park store

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Sainsbury’s has launched an exciting new service in Fosse Park, Leicester with the introduction of a brand-new ultra-rapid Electric Vehicle (EV) charging hub at its store at the Grove Farm Triangle. Offering EV drivers speed, reliability and competitive prices the arrival of the new Smart Charge hub, which is easily accessible from the M1 motorway, [R

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Single Malts of Scotland releases new whiskies

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Single Malts of Scotland is a range of exemplary single malt Scotch whiskies carefully selected by Elixir Distillers Master Blender from the five main producing regions of Scotland. With a commitment to quality and a passion for the art of whisky making, each release showcases the unique characteristics of Scotland’s diverse distilleries and in

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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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Shanky’s Whip strikes retail campaign with Costco

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Shanky’s Whip Irish Whiskey Liqueur has embarked on a play for major independent and convenience retail, launching an in-store campaign with Costco which will see the brand sample across 28 Costco depots on 124 dates in the next three months.

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Top UK supermarkets win customer experience awards

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Uncrowd, a technology that uses observational data to compare customer experiences between brands, has announced 12 customer experience awards for UK supermarkets, according to data gathered in December. The awards recognise which supermarkets did best on 12 different areas of customer experience in-store.

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Product of the Year turns 20 and announces 2024 award winners

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! DIY, skincare, sleep tech, confectionery and petcare, were just a handful of the 43 categories announced by Product of the Year at last night’s awards ceremony hosted at iconic London venue, Quaglino’s, by acclaimed TV personality Tom Allen (Bake Off: An Extra Slice co-host, The Apprentice: You’re Fired).

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Aldi reveals another round of price cuts

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi has announced another round of price cuts on a range of fresh produce and everyday essentials. The latest price cuts mean the UK’s lowest-priced supermarket* has now invested more than £30 million in lowering its prices for customers in the first month of 2024, with reductions across around 100 lines.

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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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N Brown appoints Natalie Rogers as chief people officer

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! N Brown Group, the inclusive fashion and homeware digital retailer, is delighted to announce the appointment of Natalie Rogers as the business’ new Chief People Officer. Natalie will lead the People function and team, with a focus on fully embedding the Group’s agile operating model as it continues an enterprise wide agile transformation across all relev

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Merry Hill reports landmark 2023, with 65 leasing deals covering more than 330,000sq ft completed across the year

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Sovereign Centros has reported a landmark year at Merry Hill, one of the UK’s top ten retail and leisure destinations, with 65 leasing deals covering more than 330,000sq ft completed across the year. The destination also increased its sales – 2023 exceeding 2022 by 7%, and December up 6.5% year-on-year – while footfall rose by […] If you want more

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Bloom & Wild’s exclusive insights into this year’s most anticipated flower trends

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Brace yourselves for a vibrant floral revolution as 2024 bids adieu to the serene luxury trends of 2023, welcoming back maximalism with open arms. Bold statement pieces and lively colours are reclaiming their spotlight in the realms of fashion, interiors, and floral arrangements, marking a dynamic shift in the aesthetic landscape.

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Struggling families send children to school without food in England’s school lunch postcode lottery

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Earlier this month it was announced that Universal Free School Meals for state primary school children in London will be extended for another year, whilst families across the rest on England are still facing strict eligibility criteria.

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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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Wet weather applies the brakes to Halfords’ sales, 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 Halford’s figures for the 13 weeks ending 29th December 2023; Jamel Boughedda, retail analyst at GlobalData, a leading data and analytics company, offers his view: “The combination of mild and rainy weather, which reduced footfall and demand for winter items, and consumers prioritising spending in more essential areas, harmed

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ACS welcomes continued small shop exemption from unit pricing regulations

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! ACS (the Association of Convenience Stores) has welcomed the Government’s decision to continue exempting small shops from unit pricing regulations. In its response to the consultation on improving price transparency and product information for consumers, the Department of Business and Trade has concluded that there is no compelling case for removing the

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IKEA reduces climate footprint by 12.7% against a 30.9% increase in revenue

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ingka Group, the largest IKEA retailer, today publishes its Annual Summary and Sustainability Report FY23*. Despite a year with global challenges, the new report shows good business performance as IKEA celebrated 80 years and continued to progress on its journey to become ever more affordable, accessible, and sustainable.

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New IGD report and food inflation forecast say companies should plan ahead for a critical 2024

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! At the start of a critical year for the food and consumer goods industry and households across the UK, IGD has released an in-depth Economics Viewpoint Report and new food inflation forecast. With a general election looming and low household income on the rise, food and consumer goods businesses will need to move through a complex economic and […]

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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.