Tue.Nov 19, 2024

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Why consumer spending in one retail category is outpacing all others

Inside Retail

As retailers gear up for peak season, many are fine-tuning sales strategies as shoppers’ spending capacity and preferences change. That includes addressing the ongoing impact of cost of living pressures on spending behaviours and variations across categories and age groups. The newly released Cost of Living Insights from CommBank iQ explores how economic uncertainty is flowing to people’s wallets.

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Jaguar attempts to pounce on the future with major rebrand

Design Week

As it approaches its 90th anniversary, Jaguar is looking to re-launch its brand to bolster its future plans. “It wasn’t always distinctive enough in the last decade”, said Adrian Mardell, CEO of Jaguar Land Rover at a press briefing at the company’s 12,000-person site in Gaydon, Oxfordshire.

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Nick Scali at risk of missing profit guidance due to container shipment delay

Inside Retail

Nick Scali is at risk of not meeting its first-half net profit guidance for Australia and New Zealand due to delays in the delivery of its products. One of the furniture retailer’s freight forwarders and custom agents is now under the administration of a liquidator, resulting in the company’s containers remaining stuck at the port. Nick Scali has made an application to the Federal Court of Australia to facilitate the release of the company’s containers through giving certain un

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Désirée’s Melvil Sofa is a contemporary twist on Bauhaus design

Design Wanted

Quality, innovation, and collaboration—these values form the perfect trifecta at the heart of Italian design brand Désirée. Since 1968, the […] The post Désirée’s Melvil Sofa is a contemporary twist on Bauhaus design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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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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Just Cuts unveils new store design

Inside Retail

Hairdressing franchise Just Cut has introduced a brand revamp as part of its efforts to improve customer experience. The new design, built in collaboration with creative firm The General Store, incorporates a “Salon of the Future” idea that will be implemented throughout Just Cuts locations across the country. The updated Just Cuts logo has a sleek black design and brand guidelines that are consistent with the salon’s new look.

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The top 10 hotspots for independent shops, as revealed by American Express Shop Small research

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! New research by American Express Shop Small reveals the nation’s top 10 hotspots for independent shops, showcasing the small businesses and the valuable role they plan in their local communities. American Express partnered with retail experts GlobalData to identify the top high streets for independent shops through ranking factors such as the number of i

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Theatro Launches GENiusAI, Revolutionizing Frontline Productivity and Engagement with Generative AI Assistance

Theatro

DALLAS, November 19, 2024 – Theatro, a pioneer in voice-controlled mobile communication technology, is proud to announce the launch of Theatro GEN iusAI , an innovative suite of voice offerings that integrate Generative AI with Theatro’s Intelligent Virtual Assistance (TIVA) and Theatro’s portfolio of Digital Workflows. Theatro GEN iusAI equips frontline workers with on-demand, context-specific knowledge, enhancing their ability to deliver seamless customer interactions and enabling them t

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Phillip Island gift shop operators charged with underpaying staff

Inside Retail

A retail shop on Phillip Island in Victoria is facing legal actions for allegedly underpaying three workers $40,009. The Fair Work Ombudsman is taking to court Phillip Island Souvenirs, trading as U-Neek Souvenirs & Motorsport, after three workers sought assistance due to underpayments, which occurred between October 2018 and December 2020. The store paid the workers flat hourly rates of $20 on weekdays and $25 to $27 on weekends, despite the workers being allegedly entitled to hourly rates

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Altruist office by Tangram Interiors & ENTOS Design

Retail Design Blog

When quickly-growing Altruist, a digital brokerage platform for RIAs, decided to open an office in Dallas, ENTOS Design engaged Tangram.

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Why slowing down in stores can drive big sales: The science behind dwell time

Inside Retail

Speed. Efficiency. Instant gratification. These are the buzzwords of our age, even as we sit in traffic jabbing our phones to order oat milk flat whites we barely have time to drink. Everything is about getting things done faster. It’s the reason your local supermarket is now one giant self-checkout dystopia and why even the idea of browsing feels as old-fashioned as sending a telegram.

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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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What makes a great Eye magazine cover?

Design Week

Since it launched in 1990, London-based magazine Eye has showcased the “names, studios, movements, subjects and obsessions” that define the graphic design sector. This week, for one night only, every cover in the publication’s history goes on show at graphic design studio SEA. The event is also a celebration of typefaces.

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Coolmate plots international debut after securing $6 million in Series B 

Inside Retail

Vietnamese online-first D2C menswear platform Coolmate secured US$6 million in its series B funding round led by Vertex Venture Southeast Asia and India. The round was also joined by Malaysia’s Kairous Capital, bringing the total amount Coolmate has raised to $11 million. “The funding round is a significant step that validates our growth potential and provides the resources to scale locally and internationally with strategic backing,” Nhu Pham Chi, CEO and founder of Coolmate, told Inside Retail

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CASETiFY Dosan flagship store by Crosby Studios

Retail Design Blog

There’s no denying, Seoul has the most exciting retail scene of the planet, and it has been like that for.

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Subway reveals new design, Fresh Forward 2.0

Inside Retail

Subway has revealed its latest restaurant image, set for a global rollout in 2025. The “Fresh Forward 2.0.” follows the original Fresh Forward brand reset in 2017. Since then more than 20,000 restaurants worldwide have remodelled or built new locations in Subway’s modern image. The latest iteration brings added brand personality and vibrant décor elements to the sandwich chain.

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Secrets of a Successful Sale: Optimizing Your Checkout Process

Speaker: David Nisbet, Everett Zufelt, and Michaela Weber

Once upon a time, in the vast realm of online commerce, there lived a humble checkout button overlooked by many. Yet, within its humble click lay the power to transform a mere visitor into a loyal customer. 🧐 💡 Getting checkout right can mark the difference between a successful sale and an abandoned cart, yet many businesses fail to make payments a part of their commerce strategy even when it has a direct impact on revenue.

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Jolli’s Cocoa chocolate by Studio Zak

Retail Design Blog

For Jolli’s Cocoa, an artisan chocolate brand, we designed a series of packaging that captures the essence of their handcrafted.

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SomeOne breaks through “crude parameters” for Motability rebrand

Design Week

SomeOne has rebranded the organisation that leases new vehicles to disabled people across the UK. Motability Operations runs the Motability Scheme, which provides disabled people with wheelchairs, cars, scooters, and wheelchair accessible vehicles (WAVs) at an affordable price.

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Festive savings with Nectar prices: three for two on party food and up to half price meat centrepieces

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! To kick off the hosting season, Sainsbury’s is helping customers make the most of the festivities with some cracking deals across party food, meat centrepieces and desserts with Nectar Prices. For the first time, Sainsbury’s is offering 3 for 2 on own brand party food with Nectar Prices including the delicious new Taste the Difference Crispy King Prawn T

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andwander GINZA SIX by Schemata Architects

Retail Design Blog

and wander features a wide range of unisex items available in various colors. Each item has its own unique cutting.

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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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MDF boards: pros, cons, and creative applications

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Medium-Density Fiberboard (MDF) is a popular material in the world of woodworking, furniture design, and interior construction. Known for its affordability and versatility, MDF has carved a niche as a go-to material for both professionals and DIY enthusiasts.

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Why Shoreditch Design used AI to make the invisible visible for Polaron

Design Week

Polaron is a material design tool for microstructures, tiny elements which are smaller than 0.1mm. It analyses images on this scale and then uses AI to “rapidly model and optimise” the material to help scientists and engineers improve it.

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Seven & I shares soar as founder family reportedly speeds buyout plan

Inside Retail

Shares in Seven & I Holdings jumped in early Tokyo trading on Wednesday following a media report that the founding family behind the Japanese retailer was aiming to take it private within this financial year ending in March. The shares surged as much as 11 per cent and finished the morning session up 8. per cent at US$17.07, compared with a 0.45 per cent drop in the benchmark Nikkei average.

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Why Customer Reviews Help Product Brands Expand in Retail

Retail Bound

In today’s digital-first world, the voice of the customer is louder than it’s ever been. For product startups dreaming of seeing their creations on the shelves of retail giants like Best Buy, Target, or Walmart, understanding this voice is crucial. While launching online offers a global audience, transitioning to physical retail is a chance to capture tangibility and visibility in a whole new way.

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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.