Wed.Aug 14, 2024

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Delivery times get longer and more expensive, research finds

Inside Retail

Online shopping delivery lead times are getting longer – and getting more expensive – according to research from shipping software developer Shippit. The company’s State of Shipping Report found that the estimated delivery time has risen from two days in 2018 to 5.6 days now. Concurrently, the cost of standard shipping grew from $9 to $10.26 during the six-year period.

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The Paris 2024 Olympic games; a missed pop-up store opportunity?

Retail Focus

Ghalia BOUSTANI. Expert Manager at Univers Retail | Published author | Visiting lecturer. Pop-up stores present a unique opportunity for brands to engage directly with their target audience or potential customers during a specific period. The Paris 2024 Olympics, a global event attracting millions of visitors, offers an unparalleled platform for such engagements.

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David Jones reopens reimagined beauty floor at Bourke Street Mall

Inside Retail

After a $15 million refurbishment, the beauty floor of David Jones ‘ Bourke Street Mall, Melbourne, flagship has reopened, showcasing a range of makeup and fragrances. “Welcoming over 9 million visitors annually, our Bourke Street flagship is a true destination, and we are proud that the ground floor beauty space is now the perfect stage for our beautiful beauty offer, complementing our incredible brand, product and services available across our other categories,” said Alicia S

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Westgate Oxford Announce Refreshed Brand Lineup for Summer

Retail Focus

Westgate Oxford has announced a refreshed brand offering for guests to enjoy this Summer. The Danish homewares and lifestyle retail chain, Søstrene Grene, who have over 300 stores worldwide, opened on Friday, 9 th August, at 10am. Meanwhile local pizza business, Slice & Dice, opened at the Oxford-based shopping centre on 12 th July in Westgate Social Street Food and shoewear brand, Clarks opened in a 2,699 sq ft unit on the Upper Ground floor next to Schuh last month.

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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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How Aussie retailers can prepare for TikTok Shop’s inevitable launch

Inside Retail

Combining the influence of viral content with the ease of online shopping, the triumphant success of TikTok Shop is no secret. Despite launching in select markets less than a year ago, in September 2023, TikTok Shop aims to grow its US e-commerce sales to US$17.5 billion in 2024, according to a report by Bloomberg – taking the “TikTok made me buy it” hashtag to new heights.

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How to Optimize Retail Storage with Sustainable Equipment

Retail Focus

Retail storage can feel like solving a 3D puzzle with ever-shifting pieces. With space as a premium and sustainability becoming non-negotiable, most businesses that own retail storage spaces must find ways to optimize. This is why sustainable equipment can be the right option for you. Solutions like modular shelving and repurposing old equipment can save space and money, while solar-powered lighting is both eco- and budget-friendly.

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How CBD Vapes Have Gained Popularity In Culture In 2024

Retail Focus

CBD vapes have emerged as a leading cultural wave, gaining wide acceptance and epitomizing a significant shift in public opinion on issues related to health and lifestyle. It is not just about the product itself but also the kind of life it represents—a combination of wellness, progressiveness, and individuality. The beauty of CBD vapes is that they are adaptable and available to everyone.

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Accent Group’s head of retail on leading with empathy and delivering results

Inside Retail

Cristiana Bronson is the type of leader who, instead of telling you what kind of leader she is, she asks her team. The head of retail at Accent Group’s Hype DC, The Trybe and Subtype ispassionate about championing retail as a career, and a lucrative one at that, and firmly believes that leaders can lead with empathy and get commercial results. Bronson joined Accent Group in 2021 as a national retail sales manager for Vans before a position as head of retail at Hype DC and Subtype presented.

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The rise of XRP payments: what retailers need to know about consumer preferences

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Source: StockCake As the world continues to embrace digital currencies, XRP is emerging as a preferred payment method for a growing number of consumers. This trend is not just a fleeting interest in the cryptocurrency market but is rooted in significant shifts in consumer behavior.

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The secret sauce behind foodie-inspired retail collaborations

Inside Retail

When we think about collaborations in the retail industry, we typically think about luxury brand partnerships like Gucci x Balenciaga or high-low brand match-ups, like Rowing Blazers x Target. More recently, the collaborations that have been garnering consumers’ attention have been those between fashion brands and food and beverage companies. Some notable examples include Ben & Jerry’s x Nike, Oreo x Supreme, Zabars x Coach, Shake Shack x Studz and, to the surprise of many consumers, Heinz x

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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 To Use Web 2.0’s Follower Model To Revitalize Work 2.0

All Work

The evolution of the internet into a creator-based Web 2.0 can help guide organizations through a successful transition to Work 2.0. Success in both Web 2.0 and Work 2.0 hinges on having a clear, compelling purpose that resonates with participants (employees), fostering engagement and cohesive culture. Organizations, like Web 2.0 creators, must offer value and opportunities for personal and professional growth, creating a learning environment that rewards creativity and collaboration.

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How business owners can continue to shape company culture as they grow

Inside Retail

As a business owner since 1987, I have discovered a lot about culture. Whilst economists define SMEs by the number of people employed, I define them by the overlap between ownership and leadership. The owner-leaders will always be the ultimate leaders of company culture because their values and philosophies will define that culture. Also, they will be there for the long term and hence it is unwise to take a hands-off approach by delegating culture to others.

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Ella’s Kitchen launches new yoghurt multi-pack format

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Ella’s Kitchen, the UK’s leading kids’ food brand, has announced the launch of a new multi-pack format for their strawberry and mango yoghurts. Designed specifically for children from six months, the multi-packs aim to provide parents and carers with tasty and convenient yoghurts in a budget-friendly format.

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Pandora reports strong Q2 growth, expands manufacturing capacity

Inside Retail

Global jewellery maker Pandora has shared a positive outlook for the second quarter of this year, attributed to its Phoenix strategy, which aims to expand both its product line and global footprint. The company’s revenue grew organically by 15 per cent in Q2, driven by an 8 per cent increase in like-for-like (LFL) sales and a 6 per cent contribution from network expansion.

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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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Saltaire Brewery aims to be leading craft beer in UK pubs following acquisition by Paramount Retail Group

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Saltaire Brewery, renowned for creating exceptional, award-winning brews embarks on a bold mission to elevate its presence in the craft beer scene, following a strategic acquisition by Paramount Retail Group (PRG).

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Raishma’s founder: “Setbacks only fuel my determination to overcome challenges”

Inside Retail

In an ambitious move that signals its intent to capture a share of the burgeoning luxury market in India, London-based fashion label Raishma has recently expanded its operations into the country through strategic partnerships with leading e-commerce platforms such as Nykaa Fashion, Myntra, Ajio, and Tata Cliq Luxury. The brand’s founder, Raishma Islam, shared with Inside Retail about the story behind the brand and elaborated on the strategic intentions driving their expansion into the Indian mar

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Mount Gay announces Official Partnership with West Indies Cricket Team

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Mount Gay, the world’s oldest running rum distillery, is proud to announce its official partnership with the West Indies Cricket team for the 2024 season. Unveiled during the Men’s ICC T20 Cricket World Cup, held in Barbados in June, Mount Gay supported the team on their UK tour, marking a significant alliance between two iconic […] If you wa

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TOTO Marks First Anniversary of Operations in Abu Dhabi

Design Middleeast

Al-Futtaim Contracting (AFC), celebrates the first anniversary of its state-of-the-art TOTO showroom in Abu Dhabi. This milestone marks a significant achievement in AFC’s ongoing strategy to strengthen TOTO’s presence in the United Arab Emirates and meet the growing demand for luxury sanitaryware. To commemorate this special occasion, AFC hosted an event at the Abu Dhabi showroom on 25 July with architects, interior designers, and top clients in attendance, to tour and review TOTO

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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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LinkedIn Offices by ZYETA

Retail Design Blog

ZYETA‘s design for LinkedIn’s Bengaluru hub focuses on inclusivity, sustainability, and employee well-being, setting a new benchmark in workplace innovation.

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How to Enhance Customer Engagement Through Dessert Shop Design

Mindful Design

Customer engagement is all about creating meaningful connections with your visitors, encouraging them to interact with your brand, and building a sense of loyalty that keeps them coming back. In a dessert shop, this goes beyond just serving delicious treats—it’s about crafting an environment that resonates with your customers. The design of your shop plays […] The post How to Enhance Customer Engagement Through Dessert Shop Design appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Bytes with Bites: How Tech is Transforming College Dining Services

Parcel Pending

Navigating the New Normal: Dining Services Face Fresh Challenges Higher education institutions face a challenging environment. Coupled with lingering challenges from COVID-19, enrollment has steadily declined since 2011 by about 1.5% each year. Undergraduate college enrollment dropped from 18.1 million to 15.8 million over the last 13 years. 1 Since dining services are a revenue source, lower enrollment directly translates into reduced revenue.

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AI and Retail Execution: Highlights from Repsly’s Image Recognition Roundtable

RepslyBlog

This May, CPG and Retail Service leaders from around the world convened at the top of Boston’s Prudential Tower to discuss all things Image Recognition (IR) at our “Elevate Your Vision” roundtable. It was a fantastic opportunity for our community to connect in person and talk about this exciting technology—how it’s being used in retail execution, the impact it’s having, and where it’s headed.

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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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Top 10 U.S. Government Trade Shows and Conferences

Trade Show Booth Companies - Trade Group

Today, we will enter the world of U.S. Government trade shows and Conferences. We live in a country where our government has become such a force in our lives that we need to keep up with all the vast knowledge of what’s happening throughout our country. We will discuss government trade shows, what happens at these vitally important events, and our specialized list of the top ten U.S.

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Cheerios launches new packaging to showcase the key nutritional attributes of its breakfast cereal range

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Cheerios® has launched new packaging to showcase the key nutritional attributes of its breakfast cereal range, highlighting its multigrain and high-fibre contents. With a refreshed pack design, the new packaging underlines Cheerios® nutritious offering, delicious taste and iconic branding.

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Zeus Eyewear by studio LETTAR

Retail Design Blog

Glasses are among the most delicate and functional items we wear, possessing structural and mechanical characteristics. They serve a functional.

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Bensons launches luxury, handcrafted and made to order mattress range

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Introducing Bensons new Artisan mattress collection, a range of five of its finest quality mattresses – supremely comfortable, completely recyclable and surprisingly affordable. Delivering the most luxurious sleep, night after night.

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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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Sign Design Guidelines

Retail Works Inc

How many of your in-store signs do your customers actually read? Click for full article. The post Sign Design Guidelines appeared first on Retailworks Inc.

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SWA launches wholesale fund to boost local Scottish produce

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! A new Scottish Wholesale Local Food and Drink Growth Fund has been launched by the Scottish Wholesale Association (SWA) as it seeks to further support wholesalers and food producers to increase the volume of local Scottish produce being sold through wholesale channels.

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NS–2 / ESTUDIO–PELO by toro arquitectos

Retail Design Blog

We’ve talked about ESTUDIO–CAFE, a cool coffee parlour in Montevideo, in a previous post. The café is a side activity.

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Morrisons extends partnership with Deliveroo to 500 of its convenience stores

Retail Times

Retail Times publishes international & UK retail news covering products, data, tech, packaging, people, research, comment and more besides! Morrisons is extending its partnership with Deliveroo so that customers can order groceries from 500 of its Morrisons Daily convenience stores and have them delivered to their doorstep in under 30 minutes. Customers will be able to order from 2,500 fresh, frozen and ambient items for the on-demand delivery.

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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.