Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Australia Post and its subsidiary StarTrack have committed to pay about $2.9 million in compensation for lost or damaged parcels. The failure affected about 10,500 business contract customers and fewer than 1000 recipients of StarTrack deliveries, according to the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission (ACCC). The consumer watchdog said that the two companies admitted they likely committed misleading or deceptive practices when they declined compensation requests and incorrectly told som

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Contributing to a circular society, Philips MyCreation luminaires make a statement by demonstrating how technology and sustainability can be a powerful and beneficial match that holds […] The post Philips MyCreation circular approach brings sustainability to the next level appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Polo Ralph Lauren is growing its presence in Australia by opening a new store in Sydney’s Westfield Warringah Mall. The store stocks Polo Ralph Lauren men’s and women’s clothing, which will be available to customers right before Christmas. The product selection includes the latest items from the women’s Spring Summer 2023 collections, with some pieces available exclusively to the new store.

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Mindful Design

DECEMBER 20, 2023

If you’re anything like us, the one thing you love about the holidays is that you feel less guilty when it comes to enjoying your desserts. Office holiday parties turn into a collective excuse to dive into cakes and cookies out of solidarity, gratitude, and an all-around sense of celebration. Family gatherings end up turning […] The post Fun Holiday Desserts to Add to Your Menu This Year appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Kristy Dickinson is a jewellery designer and founded Haus of Dizzy, to amplify the voices of those who have been silenced. Haus of Dizzy was featured as one of the 20 Coolest Retailers in Australia, in the November issue of Inside Retail magazine. Inside Retail : Tell me about your career journey – as a jewellery designer and the founder of Haus of Dizzy.

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Design Middleeast

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Ignacio Gomez, Global Design Principal at Aedas, addresses what differentiates the company from its competitors, making a positive influence on communities, development under his leadership, and how innovation is key to success. By Roma Arora What would you say are the three most important aspects that sets Aedas apart from other architecture firms globally?

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

OskayStore is a curated space in the historic First Bank Warehouse in Yancheng, Kaohsiung. Drawing inspiration from my perspective growing.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Melbourne furniture businessman Franco Cozzo – whose catchy television commercials and larger-than-life personality made him something of a Victorian identity – has passed away at the age of 87. “It is with great sadness that we announce the passing of our beloved Franco Cozzo,” his family said in a statement. “He was surrounded by his loving wife and family.” Cozzo rose to fame after appearing in a series of TV advertisements for his furniture store in the 1980s, with hi

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Raw Design Consultants completed a playful and yet sophisticated space for the Media.Monks offices in Singapore. A harmonious fusion of.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The retail world is abuzz with the $742 million (US$500 million) acquisition of Farfetch Holdings by South Korean e-commerce company Coupang together with investment firm Greenoaks. In a statement, Bom Kim, founder and CEO of Coupang, declared, “Farfetch is a landmark of the luxury landscape and has been a transformative force in demonstrating that online luxury is the future of luxury retail.

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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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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Little over eight years after first opening up shop in Munich, cosmetics brand Aesop has opened a second retail space.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As 2023 comes to a close and we look back on the year that was – and the year ahead – the Australian retail sector is on fast-forward. Once upon a time, the festive season was the last gasp before a January slowdown. Multiple industries across the country took a much-deserved breather. But it feels like in the past decade, that break has been eroded.

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Design Wanted

DECEMBER 20, 2023

SELK technology, MotorSkins‘ flagship innovation, integrates soft robotics, fluid logic, and software/API into a cohesive and dynamic system. Its sophisticated multilayered textile structure exemplifies programmable matter, […] The post MotorSkins is reshaping the way humans interact with technology appeared first on DesignWanted.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

As your brand grows and you incorporate more tools into your tech stack, it’s time to start thinking about how you put all your customer data into action. A customer data platform (CDP) is an essential tool for maximising the value of zero- and first-party data – especially when it comes from multiple data sources. The right CDP serves as a single source of truth that unifies all your customer data across different formats, platforms, and systems – all accessible in one place.

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Retail Design Blog

DECEMBER 20, 2023

For this edition of Curator’s Insight, we will take a deep look at Peter Voth‘s design for Wonka x theory11.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Societal pressures and a sense of entitlement suggest that this Christmas period will be a challenge for retailers to manage theft and customer aggression. The need for continued vigilance and innovative approaches towards retail crime prevention is essential to maximise retail profits and workers’ safety. High foot traffic and crowded stores during this period make it easier for shoplifters to blend in and commit theft.

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Parcel Pending

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Shifting demands for dorm amenities that blossomed during the pandemic are becoming a reality in student housing. Now, residence hall administrators are reviewing the research to differentiate between “nice to haves” and campus living necessities. Below are the top university campus improvement ideas and dorm amenities every institution should offer and a glimpse into over-the-top extras that a few college campus housing options offer. #1 Fast, Free Internet Everywhere With textbooks, assignment

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Fashion Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2023

New Year, New Adventures. The Fashion Retailer blog officially becomes TFR Management Consulting, specializing in supporting lifestyle brands in the development of their strategy and execution, as well as improving operations throughout the value chain.

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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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Eye on ESG

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Following COP28 in Dubai, where our partner Luiz Gustavo Bezerra was present and participated in various discussions related to the transition to a low-carbon economy and the role of economic instruments and carbon markets, among several other topics, the implementation of initiatives that financially value the adoption of environmentally desirable practices by individuals and institutions is appropriate and urgent, in addition to command and control mechanisms that are limited to penalizing env

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Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

DECEMBER 20, 2023

This Texas city is genuinely out of this world. Houston is renowned for its unique blend of Southern charm and cosmopolitan flair. As the saying goes, just like in Texas, everything is bigger in Houston – and so are its trade shows. Another profound aspect of Houston is its diversity; it’s a melting pot of cultures, cuisines, and languages, making it one of the most ethnically diverse cities in the United States.

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Retail Design Solutions

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Introduction. In today’s digital age, retailers are constantly seeking innovative ways to enhance the in-store shopping experience and boost spending. As the year draws to a close we look back over 2023 and one such technology that has gained significant attention, Digital Display Systems. RDS uses a range of digital design tools and techniques to create compelling layouts to engage and entice customers, ultimately leading to increased sales.

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Theatro

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Excelling Again in Technology Innovation, ROI, and Customer Satisfaction Dallas, TX – December 20, 2023 – Theatro, a leader in voice-enabled mobile communication solutions, announces its impressive performance in the 2024 RIS Software Leaderboard. This prestigious annual retail customer satisfaction survey of the industry’s top software vendors, conducted by RIS, highlights Theatro’s formidable presence in retail technology.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! According to a recent consumer survey conducted by people and place specialists, CACI, the majority of people aged over 55 believe there are not enough shops tailored to them on the high street. This sentiment was reflected across all Acorn groups that have an older demographic, and despite being satisfied with local services and leisure options, […

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Retail Bound

DECEMBER 20, 2023

The product development process is an intricately woven journey, marked by a multitude of complex tasks. From the first idea to the final launch, each phase demands close attention to detail, strategic planning, and cross-disciplinary collaboration. The complexity arises from the need to seamlessly integrate several diverse elements. Market research, technical feasibility, user-centered design, engineering, manufacturing, and quality testing all must be considered.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Say goodbye to post-Christmas blues, as LEON introduces its Veganuary 2024 menu, which is all about Gut-Healing Goodness and Plant Power. Get ready for a line-up of plantilicious dishes that are not only a treat for the taste buds but are a treat for the gut too.

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Design Week

DECEMBER 20, 2023

For all the supposed leaps forward we’ve made in terms of gender equality, we’ve still got a long way to go when it comes to women’s healthcare: many conditions are woefully under- or mis-diagnosed, and there still remains a baffling sense of taboo in discussing things affecting around half the population, like periods.

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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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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Festive indulgence comes with an extra sprinkling of sugar and spice this year as Lola’s Cupcakes unwraps its delectable range of Christmas treats. Capturing the true enchantment of the most magical time of year, each expertly hand-crafted creation from Lola’s’ master bakers, will bring an extra dollop of Christmas cheer to any seasonal celebration – be

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Design Week

DECEMBER 20, 2023

For all the supposed leaps forward we’ve made in terms of gender equality, we’ve still got a long way to go when it comes to women’s healthcare: many conditions are woefully under- or mis-diagnosed, and there still remains a baffling sense of taboo in discussing things affecting around half the population, like periods.

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Award-winning sustainable period brand, TOTM, is launching into Co-op stores in the UK, making eco-friendly, 100% organic cotton products more accessible than ever. Co-op will be stocking four of TOTM’s most popular products – regular applicator tampons, super applicator tampons, medium flow pads and super flow pads – in more than 90 locations na

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Retail Times

DECEMBER 20, 2023

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Christmas is one of the most stressful events of the year, resulting in many forgetting to pick up key items and then struggling to purchase them closer to the day thanks to limited shop opening times and availability.

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