Tue.Jul 09, 2024

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Cross-Promotions Between Casinos and Retail Brands

Retail Focus

We can analyse the gambling and retail industries separately because they are completely different and huge in their own unique ways. But one thing ties them together, and that is the eagerness for extra expansion. Most businesses tend to expand on their own, but sometimes it is good to join forces with another company so as to make the process somewhat simpler (and mutually beneficial).

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Lush extends Bring it Back recycling program to non-Lush packaging

Inside Retail

Lush is extending its all-year-round closed-loop packaging incentive to allow customers to bring even non-Lush plastic cosmetics packaging for its recycling program – but only for a limited time. Lush will deduct $1 from a customer’s purchase for every plastic cosmetics packaging piece brought to its stores as the company seeks to minimise its plastic footprint.

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3 Unique Room Renovation Projects to Consider in 2024

Retail Focus

For many homeowners, their property is in a constant phase of improvement and evolution. When people buy a home, it is unlikely to be exactly to their tastes and plans will be made to redecorate key rooms and spaces so that the home becomes as unique as they are. At first, this may simply involve re-painting key rooms to fit with more modern designs and colour schemes.

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How the Olympics are fuelling the big business of fake fashion

Inside Retail

In the touristy Saint-Ouen flea market, not far from the Stade de France where athletes will compete in this summer’s Paris Olympics, police officers swarmed in at dawn on April 3 and shut down 11 stores selling counterfeit bags and shoes. They confiscated 63,000 items of clothing, shoes and leather goods, including fake Louis Vuitton and Nike products, and threw them into garbage compactor trucks on the spot.

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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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A Thai design studio focused on simplicity, clarity, and meaningful design

Design Wanted

May Narkphanit, the founder of KAOI Studio, blends a rich background in communication and graphic design with a deep passion […] The post A Thai design studio focused on simplicity, clarity, and meaningful design appeared first on DesignWanted.

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The founder of Conserving Beauty on building a startup rooted in purpose

Inside Retail

Natassia Nicolao Grace founded Conserving Beauty with the mission to create a beauty brand that centres water conversation. Since its founding in 2021, Grace has landed investors, stocked her brand on the shelves of Mecca, made the Forbes’ 30 under 30 list, launched internationally in the UK and took home the Business of Fashion Global Beauty Award.

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New York jeweller Harlin Jones makes Sydney debut

Inside Retail

Harlin Jones Fine Jewellery has opened a new studio at the heritage-listed Trust Building in Sydney, marking the brand’s expansion from New York. The new studio showcases Harlin Jones’ signature collections, including engagement rings, wedding bands, and statement pieces. Clients may also work with Harlin Jones’ staff to customise their jewellery pieces. “This new space allows us to connect more intimately with our local clients, offering them a dedicated environment to discove

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Super Co Coworking Offices by Conexus Studio

Retail Design Blog

Conexus Studio designs Super Co in One Holland Village, a novel co-working space adjacent to Superland Preschool, blending work and.

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Vying for a share of the $158 billion food and beverage industry

Inside Retail

Circana’s newly launched Complete Eats report is based on unprecedented cross-channel panel expertise tracking $158 billion dollars of Australian food and beverage spending across FMCG and foodservice. Inflation played a key role in driving growth of 6 per cent in spending per trip in both channels. But other behavioural measures highlight where the cross-channel competition for share of spend is being won and lost.

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Bronx Children’s Museum by O’Neill McVoy Architects

Retail Design Blog

Located on the banks of the Harlem River, the Bronx Children’s Museum aims to engage children with the connectivity of.

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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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Walmart to face class action over ‘deceptive’ pricing

Inside Retail

Walmart is facing a potential class action lawsuit over unfair and deceptive pricing practices that could cost consumers millions of dollars a year. The 7th US Circuit Court of Appeals in Chicago last week ruled that the company must face a lawsuit claiming it charges higher prices at the register than it posts on store shelves. The court order allows customers to prove their case in a proposed class action regarding Walmart’s “bait-and-switch” pricing scheme, which violated consumer protection

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KITH store

Retail Design Blog

Following stores in West Hollywood and Beverly Hills, cult streetwear brand KITH has opened a third outpost in the Greater.

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Lessons in standing out from Trader Joe’s, Migros, Bonobos

Inside Retail

A long-held marketing principle is that brand differentiation is fundamental to success. And there’s no doubt differentiated brands experience higher preference, recall, usage and ‘brand love’. For many brands, however, true differentiation is almost impossible to establish, let alone communicate to customers. Research across 17 markets by the Ehrenberg-Bass Institute for Marketing Science has found lack of differentiation is prevalent in many categories, ranging from banking and fast food to ca

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Design Middle East June/July 2024

Design Middleeast

With 24 years at SOM under his belt, Dmitri Jajich now serves as the Global Director-Structures at KPM, where he focuses on advancing architectural engineering and design excellence in the Middle East.

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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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Venchi’s CEO banks on Asia Pacific, gearing up for the “inevitable upturn”

Inside Retail

Having recently opened a flagship store in Hong Kong’s Lee Garden, the Italian gourmet chocolate and gelato manufacturer Venchi is plotting its larger expansion in Asia Pacific with a meticulous localisation strategy as consumer spending continues to rebound. “The Asia Pacific region is known for its speed, competition, and evolving consumer preferences,” Marco Galimberti, CEO at Venchi Asia Pacific, told Inside Retail.

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From the archives: Picture Post

Design Week

As we delve back into our archives, here’s a gem from March 1990. Jane Lewis looks at the creative ways design firms promoted their services through mail-outs — from knotted handkerchiefs to boxed chocolates. Today, much of this marketing has shifted to digital platforms like email campaigns and social media, reflecting the evolving landscape of self-promotion.

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Alibaba exec bullish about potential for merchants to adopt Gen AI tools

Inside Retail

Chinese tech giant Alibaba’s international e-commerce unit is tapping generative AI-powered tools to help cross-border merchants with translation, content creation and product returns, group vice president Kaifu Zhang said. Speaking on stage at the Reuters Next Conference in Singapore, the executive, who heads Alibaba International Digital Commerce’s artificial intelligence (AI) initiative, said he was bullish on AI’s potential for the company, even in the face of increasing te

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Bursa bar by Nastia Mirzoyan

Retail Design Blog

This Bar is a reflection of contemporary Japanese culture immersed in the world of cocktails and music. Located in the.

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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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Granado’s 154-year journey to bringing Brazilian fragrance to the world 

Inside Retail

Granado is an internationally recognised fragrance brand with a unique backstory. Originally known as Granado Pharmácias, the company was founded in 1870 by Portuguese native José Antonio Coxito Granado who produced remedies, cosmetic products, and other items from the plants, herbs and native flowers of Teresópolis, a mountainous region near Rio de Janeiro.

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We all have products in our lives that make us happy – Meet Tati Ferrucio

Design Wanted

Tati Ferrucio, a Brazilian industrial designer, is passionate about blending culture, innovation, and design to enhance everyday life. With her […] The post We all have products in our lives that make us happy – Meet Tati Ferrucio appeared first on DesignWanted.

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The founder of Conserving Beauty on building a startup rooted in purpose

Inside Retail

Natassia Nicolao Grace founded Conserving Beauty with the mission to create a beauty brand that centres water conversation. Since its founding in 2021, Grace has landed investors, stocked her brand on the shelves of Mecca, made the Forbes’ 30 under 30 list, launched internationally in the UK and took home the Business of Fashion Global Beauty Award.

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Growing numbers of UK retail staff want to quit, as tech-related stress and financial pressures take toll

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Job satisfaction of UK retail staff has fallen in the last twelve months, as new data reveals that shop workers are now more likely than other sector employees to be considering leaving their roles in 2024. Latest global research from workforce management provider Quinyx, in its 2024 State of the Frontline Workforce report, found that 56% of retail worke

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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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Australia Post boosts Gold Coast parcel-handling capacity

Inside Retail

Australia Post has opened a $12 million parcel facility on the Gold Coast as part of its long-term commitment to the region. The facility spans 15,087sqm and can process up to 6000 parcels per hour, 7500 parcels per day, and up to 90,000 at peak hours. It includes sortation technology, which improves the visibility of customer parcels moving throughout the network, as well as integration with Australia Post’s range of services, which includes Express Post, Parcel Post, StarTrack Premium, a

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Aldi reveals new stores opening in the coming months

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi is set to open more than 10 new stores across the UK in the coming months as it looks to bring its low prices to even more shoppers. New stores in Waltham Cross in Hertfordshire and Olney Park in Milton Keynes are set to open in the next month, while towns such as Aberdare […] If you want more information Retail Times get in touch!

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The impact of fresh ideas and true innovation showcased at New Designers

Design Wanted

New Designers returned to the Business Design Centre in London with its Week Two showcase, running until 6 July 2024. […] The post The impact of fresh ideas and true innovation showcased at New Designers appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Curvy Kate’s AW24 designs continue to push the boundaries of fuller bust lingerie

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Olivia Wilson, head of product at Curvy Kate, talks through the inspiration behind the AW24 season: “We have some exciting new ranges this season within our Everyday category. Starting with Lush, a luxuriously soft and glistening full coverage plunge up to a K cup, offering an elevated everyday look.

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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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From Idea to Launch: The Journey of a Successful Product Startup

Retail Bound

Starting your own product startup can be an exciting and rewarding journey. With the right idea, determination, and hard work, you can turn your vision into a successful business. However, the road to success is not easy and requires careful planning and execution. In this blog post, we will take you through the journey of a successful product startup from idea to launch.

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Monsoon and Accessorize launch Fashion Futures Scholarships

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Monsoon and Accessorize are pleased to announce a new commitment to funding scholarships to trailblazing students at London College of Fashion (LCF) and Central Saint Martins (CSM), University of the Arts London (UAL).

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Kingsland Drinks’ managing director Ed Baker to exit drinks industry for new role

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Greater Manchester-based wine and spirits creation, co-packing and filling firm, Kingsland Drinks Group, has announced the departure of managing director, Ed Baker. Baker is set leave the full-service drinks company after more than a decade to take on a new leadership role outside of the drinks sector.

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Seven ways AI is used in e-commerce

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! AI is more than the incredibly popular generative tools like ChatGPT; it’s also the natural language processing (NLP), data mining, and machine learning systems that work behind the scenes of website automation, customer service bots, search results, and more.

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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.