Ultra Flex

JANUARY 9, 2025

Riverview, FL – We want to provide an important update regarding the potential impact of upcoming strikes at East Coast ports, which begin on October 1. These labor disputes are creating uncertainty for shippers and may have significant ramifications for the broader supply chain. Potential Impact: East and Gulf Coast ports handle approximately 43% of U.S. imports.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

Once, borrowing money to make a purchase was a relatively tedious process, not a spur-of-the-moment thing. True, some stores offered lay-by plans that would let you pay for goods in instalments. But if they didnt, and you didnt already have a credit card, youd have to go to a bank and apply for one. That would mean providing a range of supporting documents, negotiating an appropriate credit limit, and waiting for approval.

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Dezeen

JANUARY 9, 2025

Goan furniture brand Josmo has opened a flagship store in Mumbai , designed by founder Anjali Mody to reflect a contemporary approach to Indian design craft. With India's interior design market growing fast , Josmo is one of several homegrown brands on the rise. The Mumbai store is the company's first outside Goa, where it was founded by Mody in 2010.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

Over the past few weeks, the retail industry has been buzzing about the news of legacy retailer Nordstroms privatisation plans. In late December, the company announced that the Nordstrom family, including Erik, Pete, and Jamie Nordstrom, among others, and Mexican retail group El Puerto de Liverpool would acquire all the outstanding common shares for US$6.25 billion.

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AI is rapidly transforming digital commerce, but how do you separate real opportunities from hype? Moderated by Orium, AI for Commerce: Foundations, Aspirations, and Hype , experts from Bloomreach , commercetools , Contentstack , and Fluent Commerce explores where AI is already delivering results and where its potential is still unfolding. This masterclass dives into proven AI applications, emerging innovations , and the gaps between promise and reality in commerce.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ben & Jerrys, the UKs number one ice-cream tub brand, is launching two new indulgent SKUs. Bohemian Raspberryisa Non-Dairy music-inspired raspberry SKU celebrating 50 years of one of the worlds most iconic songs.Ben & Jerrys Brookies & Cream Sundaeis an innovative new flavour, inspired by the flavour combination of brownies and cookies to cre

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JANUARY 9, 2025

I get a little obsessive about the ~98 per cent of people who visit a site and dont buy. Why did they come? And what did they want that we didnt give them? To help answer this, I spend a lot of my time having conversations with prospective customers – the 98 per cent who could buy your product but dont. Not selling enough dog accessories? Talk to dog owners.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

As China’s luxury market continues to evolve amidst economic shifts and changing consumer behaviours, understanding the complex dynamics of this vital sector has become increasingly crucial for global luxury brands. MDRis China Luxury Consumer Forecast 2025 offers insights into Chinas luxury sector and a roadmap for brands seeking to navigate this complex market.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Innovative bakery brand, Deli Kitchen, owned by Signature Flatbreads, is hitting the ground running this year following another strong year seeing double-digit growth in 2024 and with Signature Flatbreads announcing a 150m investment plan for the company over the next five years.

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

Once, borrowing money to make a purchase was a relatively tedious process, not a spur-of-the-moment thing. True, some stores offered lay-by plans that would let you pay for goods in instalments. But if they didnt, and you didnt already have a credit card, youd have to go to a bank and apply for one. That would mean providing a range of supporting documents, negotiating an appropriate credit limit, and waiting for approval.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! ManiLife, the premium peanut brand known for using the finest Argentinian peanuts, is expanding into the on-the-go snacking category with the launch if its new 25g peanut packs. This marks the brands first-ever venture into smaller portion formats, tapping into the growing demand for portable, high-quality snacks that deliver both convenience and taste.

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Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon

This webinar will explore how companies can proactively address compliance risks–rather than reactively responding to–UFLPA enforcement actions. Ethan Woolley will provide insights into the latest CBP enforcement trends, entity list updates, and industries under increased scrutiny, with a look at potential shifts under the Trump administration. Ethan will also explore how predictive data and strategic due diligence can help organizations stay ahead of regulatory challenges and strengthen complia

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Design Wanted

JANUARY 9, 2025

Its a futuristic balloon, Its a space cushion, Its a floating pouf! Thats one way of reacting to HeFlies upon […] The post HeFlies: the art of being present appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Lolas has announced the opening of its latest London location inSouth Kensington, situated at10 South Kensington Station Arcade, SW7 2NA. The new store will bring Lolas signature hand-crafted cupcakes to one of Londons busiest and most iconic neighbourhoods.

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Onyx

JANUARY 9, 2025

Onyx Creative, Inc. and RSA Architects are happy to announce a merger. Emphasizing innovation by collaboration, the combined team is excited to continue their long-established relationships and project partnerships. RSA brings talented architects and design professionals to Onyx Creative. The combined project portfolio and client list for RSA and Onyx Creative includes many industry leaders in the retail and foodservice sectors, along with single and multi-family residential clients.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Luxury floral delivery service FLOWERBX has successfully transformed its subscription offering, partnering with objectsource to implement Ordergroove, a leading subscription management solution. FLOWERBX faced challenges with an outdated and inflexible legacy system, hindering its ability to effectively manage and scale its subscription business.

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Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón

Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.

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Retail Design Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

Mirra is an immersive VR gaming arena and bar that has opened its first U.S. location in Bellevue, Washington. This.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Perfume Shop, the UK’s largest specialist perfume retailer, has announced its new launch with Optimo, AS Watson’s O+O retail media ecosystem , delivering innovative solutions that help brands create more effective and personalised advertising experiences.

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Retail Design Blog

JANUARY 9, 2025

The first store of the Brazilian chocolate brand Chocolat Du Jour in the city of Goinia introduces a new concept.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Food-Grown supplement brand, Wild Nutrition has launched a new product,Collagen 500 Plus. The launch is Wild Nutritions first collagen product launch and a brand-new venture for the business. Available directly from Wild Nutrition online, Wild Nutritions Collagen 500 Plus contains two game-changing ingredients.

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Onyx

JANUARY 9, 2025

January 2025, Cleveland, Ohio Onyx Creative, Inc. and RSA Architects are happy to announce a merger. Emphasizing innovation by collaboration, the combined team is excited to continue their long-established relationships and project partnerships. RSA brings talented architects and design professionals to Onyx Creative. The combined project portfolio and client list for RSA and Onyx Creative includes many industry leaders in the retail and foodservice sectors, along with single and multi-family re

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! In 2025, the cyber threat landscape for the retail sector has become scarily big. Cybercriminals are discovering more sophisticated ways to exploit online stores and shoppers alike. While online shoppers may suffer from fraud scams, online retail and e-commerce stores accrue heavy financial losses, regulatory fines, and irreversible reputational damage d

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Parcel Pending

JANUARY 9, 2025

In today’s competitive multifamily market, property owners face crucial decisions about which amenities will maximize resident retention, satisfaction, and revenue growth. While location, safety, and security have long been residents’ top priorities, smart package management has emerged as a must-have amenity. Recent data from the National Business Research Institute (NBRI) reveals that 78% of residents prefer smart lockers as their primary package delivery solution, highlighting a s

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Generative AI (Gen AI) is transforming shopping, with 71% of consumers wanting it to be integrated into their purchasing experiences.The preference of Gen Z and Millennials, for hyper-personalization and seamless digital experiences is mainly driving this trend.This is according to the fourth edition ofCapgeminiResearchInstitutes annual consumer trends r

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Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja

Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever

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Inside Retail

JANUARY 9, 2025

Apple clarified on Wednesday that it has never sold the data collected by its Siri voice assistant or used it to create marketing profiles, just days after settling a case in which it faced such accusations. The iPhone maker last week paid US$95 million to settle a class action lawsuit in which plaintiffs alleged it routinely recorded their private conversations after they activated Siri unintentionally, and disclosed these conversations to third parties such as advertisers.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! GAMSTOP, the national self-exclusion scheme for online gambling, has announced record registration numbers for the start of the year. In the biggest daily figures since its inception in 2018, GAMSTOP saw 415 people signing up on January 1st, followed by 413 new registrants on January 2ndand 396 on the 6th the 3 highest daily registration […] If you

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Design Week

JANUARY 9, 2025

Branding projects tend to fall into one of two categories – creating a brand for a new organisation or revamping the brand of an existing entity. But when it came to working on London’s Petticoat Lane market, a third category emerges – a 375-year-old client which had never had its own brand.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Klarna, the AI-powered global payment network and shopping assistant, is strengthening its partnership with Zalando, Europes leading online multi-brand fashion destination, by introducing Klarnas Pay in 3 option in Germany, Austria, the Netherlands, Poland, and Denmark.

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Design Middleeast

JANUARY 9, 2025

After a long, eventful day, the bathroom often provides the first moment of relaxation. The importance of the design and functionality of the mixers is often underestimated, although they can make a significant contribution to the atmosphere and therefore also to the mood. With the new hansgrohe Zesis S mixer range, the premium brand ensures that the bathroom becomes a place of peace and relaxation.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! With the increasing popularity of online gambling, players are exploring options beyond traditional platforms regulated by the United Kingdom Gambling Commission (UKGC). Among these alternatives are trusted non Gamstop slot sites, which offer a unique opportunity for players seeking more flexibility and control over their gaming experience.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Third quarter sales growth m Total Sales % Like-for-Like (LFL) % Food 2,581 8.7 8.9 Clothing, Home & Beauty 1,305 1.0 1.9 Total UK and ROI 3,886 5.9 6.4 International 178 (2.8) n/a Group 4,064 5.6 n/a Food and Clothing, Home & Beauty at reported sales.

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Retail Times

JANUARY 9, 2025

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! FIAT UK has teamed up with Pasta Evangelists to bring the iconic FIAT 500 to the dining table in a fun and delicious new way. For the first time ever, Pasta Evangelists has created a custom-shaped pasta inspired by the timeless FIAT 500 as part of their Winter in Piemonte menu.

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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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