Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The holiday sale season is a whirlwind for retailers. Its a time of heightened consumer spending, aggressive promotions, and operational intensity. But once the dust settles, the real work begins: analysing the data generated during this period to inform strategies that can drive growth for the year ahead. Analysing key holiday sales data Retailers are awash with data by the time the sales end.
Retail Focus
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The 2024 edition of MAPIC has now closed, but once again it has affirmed itself as an indispensable business platform in an ever-evolving industry. Despite the many challenges facing the retail sector, these three days of networking and information exchange demonstrated that the sector’s fundamentals remain strong and its determination unwavering.
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Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Marieke Van Bruggen has been coding for nearly 30 years, but she still feels like she’s “learning a lot in this space” “This space” being the realm of data and digital analytics , a part of the retail industry that has become increasingly critical to business success. “There’s been a lot of change, even just since Covid with e-commerce obviously getting much more of a focus than it was previously,” Van Bruggen told Inside Retail.
Theatro
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The retail worlds pulse beats strongest at one event each year: the National Retail Federation (NRF) Big Show. This premier trade show, held annually in New York City, gathers retailers, technology innovators, and thought leaders from across the globe to showcase the latest advancements in the industry. Theatro is excited to be part of the NRF 2025 Big Show, and we invite you to visit our booth to experience firsthand how were transforming frontline communication and productivity.
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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.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The Grand Eastlakes Shopping Centre in Sydney has rebranded to One Global Gallery. The shopping centre is the first of One Global Capital’s planned retail galleries to be created under the brand. The company acquired The Grand Eastlakes Shopping Centre in October and is targeting more acquisitions in the coming months. “We are at the early stage of growth phase of the company,” said Iwan Sunito, chairman and CEO of One Global Capital. “This significant acquisition, in add
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Heinz and the Lean Kitchen Network (LKN) have today announced the launch of its new Heinz Brekkie grab-and-go meals, available in-store at WHSmith. Building on their successful partnership, which delivers delicious Heinz-filled breakfasts straight to the countrys front doors, Heinz and LKN are now bringing these bold flavours to hungry commuters across t
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Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! The Fragrance Shop, the UKs leading independent fragrance retailer, marked its 30th anniversary with a record-breaking moment at its headquarters in Central Manchester. The highlight of the event was the unveiling of The Fragrance Wall, an extraordinary installation showcasing 3,000 fragrances, earning the retailer a coveted spot in the Guinness World Re
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
French fashion house Chanel selected former Bottega Veneta design chief Matthieu Blazy as its next creative director, the company said on Thursday, after months of fevered speculation about the industry’s most coveted job. The choice of Blazy signals a new aesthetic for the privately-owned brand, famous for tweed jackets, double-C logos and No. 5 perfume, and comes amid an industry-wide slump in the luxury sector.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! As we step into the beauty landscape of 2025, Pantones Colour of the Year, Mocha Mousse, emerges as the colour influencer of the year, significantly shaping makeup trends and sparking a surge in searches for mocha mousse makeup by +74%.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Under Armour has announced its growth strategy centered on four pillars and aimed at enhancing and fortifying the brand over the long term. The strategy, revealed during an investor meeting in New York City, focuses on four key elements product, story, service and team. In terms of product, the company plans to streamline its assortment to deliver a simplified and more deliberate presentation.
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
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This festive season, HARIBO has partnered not with one, but two iconic brands, Hamleys and Yorkshires Winter Wonderland to spread childlike happiness across the UK. For the first time, HARIBO partners with iconic toy store, Hamleys, to the embody the spirit of the season and kick proceedings off in style.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Kering has named Louise Trotter as the new creative director of Bottega Veneta, who will take over the role by the end of next month. “Louise brings a wealth of experience and a fresh perspective to Bottega Veneta’s tradition of bold creativity and unparalleled excellence,” said Francesca Bellettini, Kering Deputy CEO in charge of brand development. “Through her sophisticated lens, Bottega Veneta will continue to celebrate its heritage while preserving modern relevance.&#
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Virgin Media O2 has today opened a new concept store in Westfield Stratford City bringing together the best in mobile, broadband and connected living. The concept store, which is the UKs largest telco store at nearly 5,000 sqft, represents a key milestone in the operators retail strategy and adds to the current 300 stores it […] If you want more in
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
It is imperative for retail industry leaders to stay up to date on current and emerging trends important decisions often hinge on relevant data, shared stories and expert opinion. According to a report on research conducted by Honeycomb Strategy and published by iMedia, the Industry Trends & Attitudes Report found that 75 per cent of decision-makers prefer to keep on top of the ever-changing and evolving retail trends by attending key industry events.
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.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! This festive season, Tesco invites customers to indulge in an unforgettable Christmas feast with its exceptional range of Tesco Finest centrepieces, led by the showstopping Chefs Collection. Designed by Tescos expert chefs, this premium range brings restaurant quality dishes to the table with the hard work handled for you, making for a truly magical Chri
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
From a boy, Australian couturier Steven Khalil knew he wanted to design wedding gowns. Khalil recently entered the home interiors market in collaboration with Designer Rugs marking the beginning of his journey to follow the trajectory of Vera Wang with Steven Khalil Interieur. This year he celebrated 30 years in business, dressed hundreds of brides and is preparing to launch a footwear range.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! John Lewis and legendary singer-songwriter Richard Ashcroft have unveiled the winner of the nationwide singing competition, launched as part of this year’s iconic Christmas campaign. John Lewis is renowned for its Christmas adverts featuring cover songs and this year, the retailer used their biggest platform to offer aspiring musicians (and anyone
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Albertsons Companies has filed a lawsuit against The Kroger Co, claiming that the latter willfully breached their merger agreement. Albertsons said Kroger failed to exercise best efforts and to take any and all actions to secure regulatory approval of the transaction. Kroger repeatedly refused to divest assets necessary for antitrust approval, ignored regulators feedback, and rejected stronger divestiture buyers, Albertsons added.
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Outdated platforms are costing you sales. Legacy platforms like Salesforce SiteGenesis and SFRA can slow innovation, increase maintenance costs, and frustrate customers. This playbook provides a strategic roadmap to modernizing your Salesforce B2C Commerce platform using a composable approach to transition to faster, scalable, and flexible e-commerce solutions —without disrupting your business.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Inspired by Spotify Wrapped and a Year in Monzo, retailer Haypphas revealed what a year of spending on vapes looked like for Brits in 2024. From the most popular flavours to the most purchased brands, this years data provides an interesting insight into the current vape market.
Inside Retail
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Outdoor Venture, distributor and retailer of premium sports and outdoor brands, has launched a new retail concept dubbed RL2 by Running Lab in Singapore following its successful Malaysian debut last May. The new RL2 concept caters to both serious runners and fitness enthusiasts, offering a curated selection of performance wear and lifestyle products that blend functionality with contemporary style.
Show Best
DECEMBER 12, 2024
At Showbest Fixture Corporation, we pride ourselves on our ability to transform ideas into tangible, high-quality fixtures that reflect the creativity and vision of our clients. Our recent partnership with the Todd Snyder team is a shining example of this. Together, we brought to life a brand-new retail concept that blends craftsmanship, precision, and efficiency.
RetailMinded
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Recent events have highlighted the critical need for robust supply chain management. The Blue Yonder ransomware attack serves as a stark reminder of vulnerabilities faced by retailers. Understanding and preparing for these disruptions is crucial to maintaining business continuity. In today’s rapidly changing retail landscape, the ability to adapt to supply chain disruptions has become more vital than ever.
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
Retail Design Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
This is a redesign of the Swedish Fish packaging done for my package design class. My main objective of this.
RetailMinded
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Running a retail team comes with its own set of hurdles. From unpredictable work schedules to frequent staff turnover, managing these challenges can feel like an ongoing balancing act. Add in the complexities of payroll and compliance tasks, and its no wonder you might feel stretched thin. The good news? HR platforms are reshaping how retail managers tackle their day-to-day responsibilities.
Retail Design Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
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Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Asda launches anExceptional Bone In Beef Pie for Christmas, 2024. Expecting to sell 10,000 over the festive period, it joins eight other pies in Asdas impressive Christmas pie line-up. NEW FOR 2024 Tapping into the Retro Revival trend as referenced inAsda Trend Book 2024/25, where chefs are looking back for new additions to their menus […] If you w
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Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.
Retail Design Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
The project is located at 8 Marvila, in the former wine cellars of Abel Pereira da Fonseca, in Lisbonan iconic.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A Willy Wonka-esque Figs in Blankets plant-based chocolate bar combining sweet figs with a salty vegan bacon seasoning and oat milk chocolate has been created just in time for Christmas. The novel chocolatey invention has been created by sustainable, small British business H!
Retail Design Blog
DECEMBER 12, 2024
We reimagined 30,000 sq ft headquarters for Landsec at 100 Victoria Street, a key project for our long-term client. The.
Retail Times
DECEMBER 12, 2024
Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Peachies, the premium nappy brand for contemporary parents, is thrilled to announce it has become a Certified B Corporation. Peachies joins over 7,000 Certified B Corporations in over 90 countries, across 160+ industries, which form a global community of businesses committed to the highest standards of social and environmental responsibility.
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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