January, 2020

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Creating an effective retail space

Design Middleeast

How the challenging and demanding customers and clients are pushing the boundaries of retail design. Here’s what experts have to say…. The retail landscape is drastically changing not just in terms of brands but the way a place looks and feels. This segment is currently undergoing a major transformation to keep up with the changes and influences that have swept our daily life in a storm.

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In-Store Product Placement Choices: Magnetizing Your Customer's Basket

Natural Insight

Want a store that overflows with customers? How about knowing where in-store product placements make the most sales impact? Let’s explore some of the magnetizing in-store best practices that crank up revenue, below.

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Tips for Navigating Your Non-Profit's Rebranding

Onyx

Branding adds value to your non-profit by providing a thoughtful, purpose-driven identity that communicates a clear and consistent message of positivity and a sense of place among its people and those seeking help. Here are some tips on how to navigate your non-profit’s rebrand and ultimately achieve your mission. Define your core project team Choose a small group of people to be in your core project team.

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Put your customers right in the middle of a great day of riding!

Fixture Lab

You’ve heard it a thousand times. Show your customers experiences, not just products. This display that we built for Bicycle Sport Shop in Austin does a great job of taking the customer’s mind right to a great day of riding their mountain bikes with friends. It never fails to get a comment from people walking in the front door. It also gives the team at BSS a chance to display other types of merchandise right along side the bikes.

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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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NEW YORK NOW | DOWN inc. Trade Secrets

Down inc

“The epicenter of design, trends, fashion, food, and fun. There’s no other market like it – and city. Source great products by day and discover the city by night.” NY NOW is one of our favorite markets – and not just because of all the fun things to explore in the city, we promise. […]. The post NEW YORK NOW | DOWN inc. Trade Secrets first appeared on DOWN inc.

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Happy New Year! Here’s what we’ve got planned for 2020 so far…

Barber Design

Welcome to 2020! We are working on a lot of interesting projects this year, most of which we are unfortunately unable to tell you about until they launch! Kompanero Launch. Just before Christmas our client Kompanero opened their first UK store in Neal Street. The brand takes their name from the Spanish word for ‘companion,’ producing timeless bags made from ethically manufactured leather and natural, sustainable materials.

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What You Need To Know About Logistics Management Software

Ship STC

There can be so many choices of software when it comes to logistics management that it’s hard to decide which one is best. What’s perfect for you may not be ideal for another company, and vice versa. Which software you choose could have a drastic impact on your business, so you must choose wisely. Let’s take a look at a little bit of information as it applies to logistics management software and how to make that wise choice.

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A Store San Miguel

Crioll

A store in San Miguel was a collaboration with Mexican fashion designer Alex Medina. The space was designed in an attempt to create a flexible space that would focus on the products in exhibition, so we went for black on black. Using the modularity of the concrete pavers, we created a flexible space that can continuously change depending on what is being exhibited.

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Fixture Lab reveals retail store design secrets that will give your store an unfair advantage!

Fixture Lab

If you are an NBDA member you need to know about this fun Webinar. How’s an independent retail store supposed to compete with the big guys these days? How can I make my own store as engaging as the national brands/stores? And how the heck can I make my store’s brand stand out without spending zillions of dollars? If you’re asking questions like these, this webinar is just what the doctor ordered for you!

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AmericasMart Atlanta Market | DOWN inc. Trade Secrets

Down inc

A fresh year brings a fresh market, with fresh possibilities! We love Atlanta Market because it’s the nation’s “No. 1 Product Destination”, overflowing with home accents, tabletop, gourmet, area rug, and fashion apparel merchandise. All fifty states and more than 70 countries are represented at the International Home Furnishings and Gift Show! To help […].

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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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5 Major Retailers That Nail Sustainable Design In Their Brick And Mortar Stores And How They Do It

Quarter 20

It’s the retail trend that’s gone from out of the ordinary to mainstream. As consumers become more aware of the impact their lifestyles have on the environment, they’re demanding the manufacturers and retailers they support take a more sustainable approach to how they do business. To be sure, major players in the retail industry have been moving towards sustainability since the turn of the century.

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Retail Design : What it is and why it is important in 2020

Greater Group

We work closely with each of our clients to understand their design intent and develop a strategy that responds to their goals. Our end-to-end solution for creating intelligent retail environments has helped brands to keep their physical store channels ahead of the curve for the past 30 years. So we are able to explain you what exactly retail design is and why it is so important.

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Top Tips To Find A Reliable 3PL Provider

Ship STC

There are numerous benefits for a scaling business when outsourcing e-commerce warehousing to a 3PL provider (third-party logistics provider). Good 3PL providers are experts in the following fields: Keeping track of pallets. Paying rent. Maintaining equipment. Hiring warehouse workers. All necessary operational tasks. But that’s not all. All those tasks can be completed by 3PL’s more efficiently, cheaper, and quicker than in the company’s own warehouse.

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6 Simple Details That Can Brighten up Your Store

Firefly Store Solutions

Perhaps it’s the middle of winter and the sun has set before your customers are out of work. Or, maybe it’s been quite some time since you’ve reorganized or redecorated the store and it seems a little bleaker. No matter the reason, there’s always an opportunity to implement small changes in your store that can actually make a huge difference in the way your customers feel when they’re shopping.

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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.

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Transformation of Third Ave

Design Republic

NY Post talks about the transformation of Third Ave including 825 Third Ave. Design Republic, working with The Durst Organization, is currently underway with the amenity space for the building! Read the article HERE.

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Our chosen charity for 2020…

Retail Design Solutions

We are proud to be supporting Essex & Herts Air Ambulance Service this year as our nominated charity and will be holding a few fund raising events through the course of the next 12 months. This is a really worthwile cause supporting the invaluable service they provide so any support that can be given throughout the year will be really welcome. You can find out more about the service, it’s aims, how it’s funded and how it benefits the area by following this link and perhaps join

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Industry Brief: 1.13.20

Fashion Retail Tech

Hi! Happy New Year! If you follow this newsletter you’ve noticed I’ve been radio silent the last couple of months. This is because I’ve been quite busy with a new job of becoming a mama. But, now that my baby girl is two months old and I’m *sort of* out of the initial fog, I thought I’d catch up on what’s been going on in the industry. I won’t go so far as to say this will be weekly this year because, well, I’ve got this new full-time job of being a mom plus my other full-time job, plus tr

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Pinheiros Coffee / Studio Boscardin.Corsi Arquitetura

Arch Daily

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Brick & Mortar Retail Relevance: How to Stay Ahead of the Curve

Speaker: Jay Black, Senior Account Executive

Let's set the record straight: in-store retail isn't dead - it's evolving! Faced with the digital age and the demands of omnichannel shopping, some retailers are thriving while others are struggling to adapt. Join Jay Black in this exclusive session as he explores the strategies that set successful stores apart, including: Crafting unique and unforgettable in-store experiences 🛍️ Mastering the art of retail demands 🛒 Navigating inventory challenges in today's climate 📦 an

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What You Need To Know About NMFC Codes

Ship STC

In the logistics industry, topics about technology and chain efficiency are widely discussed. Oftentimes, certain technical lingo can be confusing for people who are not seasoned industry specialists or thought leaders. In this post, we are going to explain what NMFC codes are why they are important to companies in the freight and logistics industry.

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Social media marketing tips for the snowy season

Firefly Store Solutions

While Black Friday and the holidays, in general, are a very competitive time period for retailers from coast to coast, this tends to fizzle heavily once Santa heads back to the North Pole. Not only do consumers have fewer reasons to get out, browse and shop, but the cold weather and snowy conditions certainly make it less appealing. When there's less foot traffic around and in your store, it may be more difficult to market your products, showcase upcoming sales and find other ways to intrigu

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Understanding The Basics Of Freight Class Calculations

Ship STC

To determine which NMFC class one’s shipment falls under, he or she must first calculate the freight class codes. By doing this, buyers and sellers can estimate their freight shipping costs with greater accuracy and ultimately improve their bottom lines. When it comes to freight class calculations and shipment preparations, there are various important details to keep in mind: An Overview of Freight Class Factors.

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When Do You Need An On-Board Courier?

Ship STC

Today, a wide range of logistics solutions exist to transport materials and substances of different classifications and priorities. Certain goods need to be transported by hand and this often leads to companies using the on-board courier (OBC) option. Also known as hand carry shipments, OBC involves the expedited transportation of fragile goods, perishables, antiques, or other materials of extreme importance that are needed in an emergency.

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Industry Shake-Up: 2023 Commerce Trends To Rock Your World

Speaker: Ashlee Aldridge - Reach Partners LLC | Bill Mirabito - Chameleon Collective | Ronak Shah - PSA Retail & CPG, Amazon Web Services | Wayne Teigen - Pivotree

What trends can online merchants expect after more than two years of exponential growth? Companies must expand on the trends that exploded during the pandemic if they want to see continued growth in their businesses while facing a recessionary economy. From social commerce to BOPIS, the name of the game is to meet and sell to customers wherever they are, through multiple channels.

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Understanding The Differences Between Local And International Freight Forwarding

Ship STC

Freight forwarding, otherwise known as logistics, is the implementation of actions that enable smooth distribution of goods from one place to another. The complex operation is consists of incorporating management and organization of the steps that must be followed in transferring the goods from the point of origin and its consumption as they reach the customers.

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Tips To Enhance E-Commerce Fulfillment Efficiency

Ship STC

As entities such as Amazon and Walmart increase in popularity, e-commerce merchants must find a way to compete. By improving the customer experience, reducing expenses, and improving operations, as well as increasing e-commerce fulfillment efficiency, merchants strive to not only keep up – but exceed the success of the “E-Commerce Big Dogs”. In an effort to assist e-commerce merchants in their endeavor, we have put together a number of ways to improve performance and make fulfillment operations

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Ice cream alchemy…

Retail Design Solutions

We are proud to have been selected to partner with Dubai based brand ‘Ice Cream Lab’ to introduce a new store to the UK. The concept is based around creating fresh, unique ice creams using liquid nitrogen to fast freeze your selected mix in a matter of seconds and created in their own specifically designed machines which provide a sense of theatre as the process takes place.

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Understanding Temperature Controlled Freight Shipping

Ship STC

In the most basic terms, temperature controlled freight shipping means moving goods that are climate sensitive. For instance, you only want your chocolate melting in your mouth, your flowers blooming, and your produce fresh and tasty. From dock to dock, those items must be maintained in a stable temperature, and that requires special storage and handling.

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Sustainability at Retail

Sustainability impacts every nation, company, and person around the world. So much so that, in 2015, the United Nations (UN) issued a call for action by all countries to work toward sustainable development. In response to this and as part of a global Sustainability at Retail initiative, Shop! worked collaboratively with its global affiliates to address these critical issues in this white paper.

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Portugal Vineyards Concept Store / Porto Architects

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Tapbar Proa Brewery / TRPC Arquitetos

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