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Community-Based Retail Design

CAAD

Community-based retail design focuses on designing spaces that not only adapt to local preferences but also foster a sense of belonging and connection with the social and cultural environment. This approach involves understanding community dynamics, local values, and creating experiences that resonate with the people who live in or frequent a specific area.

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OZ Hair & Beauty, H&M, Lululemon top Online CX Index’s dispatch and delivery experience

Inside Retail

Oz Hair & Beauty, H&M, and Lululemon stood out in October for dispatch and delivery experience in the Online CX Index , Australia’s first and only online retailer performance platform powered by real data. The Online CX Index, a partnership between Inside Retail and Humii, covers the entire website experience through checkout, delivery and even returns, evaluating eight key criteria based on up to 200 data points.

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Hackett London & David Gandy Wellwear launch AW24 collaboration collection; sleep and loungewear

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Hackett London and David Gandy Wellwear are delighted to announce the second chapter of their partnership, introducing a new collection that elevates the off-duty moments of daily life with comfort that doesn’t compromise on style.

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How Millennials are shaping the future of B2B e-commerce

Inside Retail

By next year, US research and consulting firm Gartner predicts, 80 per cent of B2B sales interactions between suppliers and buyers will occur in digital channels. Why? Because 64 per cent of B2B buyers are Millennials and Gen Z. The research found that 44 per cent of the Millennials prefer no sales rep interaction during the purchase process. So how does this change your future B2B strategy?

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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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“How graphic design ruined a good pint”

Design Week

The other weekend I went to Sussex, walked across some fields and ended up at a pub. This is a familiar and normally pleasant excursion. But I’d barely sat down at one of the garden tables before my toes began to curl. Everywhere I looked, the place was awash with signage.

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Three malls with great CX: American Dream, Battersea Power Station, Chadstone

Inside Retail

Shopping is about more than just a transaction, as evidenced by our inaugural global feature on the ‘Most desirable shopping precincts’. With a strong resurgence in bricks-and-mortar retail after the global pandemic, Inside Retail decided to compile a list of the malls, high streets and neighborhoods going above and beyond to optimise the customer experience (CX) with innovative features and services.

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Google AI product overviews launched – here’s how to get featured

Inside Retail

Google has recently begun rolling out its new AI overviews to Australian search customers, including product overviews for Google Shopping. These AI-generated product overviews provide customers with a brief summary of items that are the most relevant to their product-related search. For this reason, they’re a feature to watch for small businesses in the e-commerce space.

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Villa y Zapata Tequila by Helix Branding

Retail Design Blog

Villa y Zapata Tequila is a revolutionary, handcrafted spirit crafted for those with discerning palates. It pays tribute to individuals.

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Yours Only to disrupt sensitive skincare space with nationwide Priceline launch

Inside Retail

Sensitive is often the last word brand founders want to be described as but it’s a label the founder of sensitive skincare brand Yours Only, Ashli Templer, takes in stride. “I have always had allergies and intolerances and skin conditions, and they kind of just got a lot worse,” Templer told Inside Retail when asked what motivated her to start a skincare brand.

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Cadbury core sharing bars to be wrapped in 80% recycled plastic packaging

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Mondelēz International today announces that its Cadbury core sharing bars, manufactured in Bournville and Coolock and sold in the UK&I, will be wrapped in 80% certified recycled plastic packaging, which can be attributed to plastic sourced from advanced recycling technology.

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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.

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“It is only the beginning of our transformation”: Toys ‘R’ Us Asia’s CEO Leo Tsoi

Inside Retail

Toys ‘R’ Us Asia is shifting away from traditional retail formats, introducing a series of innovative concept stores across Asia, as it seeks to tap into the lucrative ‘kidult’ segment. Kidults are adults who purchase toys and collectibles. “We are transforming our brand experience to deepen our engagement with kids and kidults in Asia,” Leo Tsoi, CEO at Toys ‘R’ Us Asia, told Inside Retail.

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Eggshell bowls and smart blinds star in GREEN GRADS showcase

Design Week

Bowls made of eggshells, trainers that dismantle and a repairable kettle are all on display as part of this year’s GREEN GRADS exhibition. Now in its fourth year, GREEN GRADS is a platform for new graduates with ideas to heal the planet.

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The Embassy of Ireland by One Space

Retail Design Blog

Ireland’s Department of Foreign Affairs is responsible for the establishment and management of all Irish diplomatic missions around the world.

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Turning Points: Brand and experience agency LOVE

Design Week

LOVE is a Manchester-based agency delivering branding, packaging and experiential design for clients across sports and food and drinks, including Moët Hennessy, William Grant & Sons and Jim Beam.

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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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Michel Charlot: Design as it should be

Design Wanted

When I first encountered Michel Charlot’s work, I was struck by how something so seemingly “normal” could feel so effortlessly […] The post Michel Charlot: Design as it should be appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Pact Coffee brings brewing equipment to the Waitrose coffee aisle for first time

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! London speciality roaster Pact Coffee is bringing the first item of brewing kit to Waitrose coffee aisles. This drip filter, the V60, is made by Pact Coffee in collaboration with Japanese manufacturer Hario.

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Aesop Suzhou Cangjie Store by Offhand Practice

Retail Design Blog

Aesop Suzhou Cangjie: A Fusion of Ancient Charm and Modern Poetry – As the first soft rays of dawn paint.

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Sainsbury’s introduces new range of pan-Asian ready meals

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! From bustling street food stalls in Seoul to tasty noodle bars in Kyoto, the new by Sainsbury’s Pan-Asian range is inspired by the rich tapestry of Asian cuisine, aimed at bringing its exciting and diverse array of flavours to kitchens across the nation.

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Optimizing Frontend Delivery in Composable Commerce: The Buy vs Build Decision

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RUN TO THE FUTURE store by One Fine Day Studio & Partners

Retail Design Blog

Gender-neutral Chinese fashion brand RUN TO THE FUTURE is taking its operations to a higher level by opening its first.

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NEXT shares this year’s Christmas decor trends

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Whilst the majority of Brits wait until the start of December to put up their Christmas tree (41%), a quarter (25%) said they will be putting their tree up in November¹ this year. Almost two-thirds (61%) of Brits have an artificial tree, meaning they don’t have to worry about the lifespan of their tree when […] If you want more information Retail T

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X-rated blunder leads to Mattel Wicked dolls pulled from retail shelves

Inside Retail

Mattel has withdrawn all Wicked-themed dolls from shelves due to an X-rated “misprint” on the product’s packaging. The dolls were based on the upcoming Wicked movie, and the company intended to add the link of the movie’s official website to the information on the box. However, the web address stated on the packaging took consumers to a porn site instead of the movie’s website.

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Co-op’s newest store launches on the ground floor of a residential development in Heald Green

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Co-op’s newest store launches on the ground floor of a residential development in Heald Green, Cheshire. This week has also seen Co-op relaunch three stores following major refurbishment programmes in Aviemore; Shotts (North Lanarkshire) and Fairwater (Cardiff).

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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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Aldi partners with British suppliers to launch new beers to tackle food waste

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Aldi has partnered with two British suppliers to introduce new beers to tackle food waste. Available in Aldi stores across the UK from 11th November, customers will be able to enjoy two exclusive beer products, developed in partnership with Toast Brewing and Freedom Brewery: The Hop Foundry x Toast Brewing Another Round Session IPA (£1.99, 440ml) The [&#

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HARIBO and Hamleys reveal new Christmas windows and stars enjoy HARIBO sweets at celebrity private party

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Hamleys has officially begun its countdown to Christmas with the unveiling of its highly anticipated Christmas Windows at the world-famous toy shop on Regent Street in London. Known for its magical displays and festive spirit, this year’s unveiling was a truly unforgettable event for families and Christmas lovers alike.

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PAUL Bakery launches Christmas sandwiches

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Spreading plenty of sarnie cheer this year is PAUL with the return of its multiple award-winning Christmas Club and NEW vegetarian Brie and Flaked Almond Sandwich. Available in all PAUL bakeries across London and in Reading and Oxford – plus, for festive gatherings and business meetings, impressive platters can also be ordered online.

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Innis & Gunn launches “totally Spanish” lager in cheeky nod to Brits’ love of ‘continental’ beer

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Fans of “Mediterranean” beer are in for a treat this weekend, thanks to a special, one-off release from Scottish brewer Innis & Gunn. Meet “Iññez & Gunn”, the brand-new, “completely and entirely different” lager inspired by a certain popular “Spanish” beer that’s actually brewed right here in the UK.

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Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition

Achieve more with your commerce with the help of Orium’s Composable Commerce Reference Architecture 2024 Edition. Presented in partnership with commercetools, Contentstack, and Google Cloud, this edition is packed with new insights and practical examples to help you navigate changes in digital commerce and construct an adaptable tech stack optimized for efficiency and scalability.

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Superdrug opens a new store in Stockport Retail Park

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Superdrug opened the doors to a new store on Friday 8th November in Stockport Retail Park, creating 40 new permanent roles in the new 8,200sq. ft retail space. The store is the biggest Superdrug store in the area, as the retailer continues expanding its bricks-and-mortar retail footprint, with plans to open 25 new stores in […] If you want more inf

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Greggs tackles food waste: over one million meals provided to UK-wide food network

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Greggs, the leading UK food-to-go retailer, has provided the equivalent of over one million meals – 420 tonnes of surplus food – to charities and community groups across the UK, in partnership with FareShare.

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Online gaming in the UK: the most popular and played types

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The UK is characterized by a blazing passion for the fascinating world of online gaming. A vast and varied offer, including platforms like Spicy jackpots, always in constant expansion, attracts millions of enthusiastic users.

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KRISPY KREME® to give out +20,000 free Original Glazed™ Doughnuts to celebrate World Kindness Day

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! To celebrate and spread joy on World Kindness Day, Krispy Kreme® today announced that the first 100 guests who visit a Krispy Kreme shop on 13th November will receive an Original Glazed™ doughnut for free when they say the codeword “show me doughnut love” – no purchase necessary.

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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.