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Sydney is to invest $43.5 million converting the city’s downtown retail destination George Street into what it hopes will become a ‘world-class pedestrian boulevard’. . The project will include new green space and street furniture, wider footpaths, and outdoor dining areas. Already a 9000sqm car-free area is already underway, spanning from the George Street light rail route from Town Hall down to Railway Square.
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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.
Australia Post has appointed Paul Graham as its new CEO and managing director five months after former CEO Christina Holgate resigned amid what’s now known as ‘the Cartier controversy’ Graham, who will start in the role in September, joins Australia Post after a tenure at Woolworths Group as chief supply chain officer and an extensive career working in e-commerce.
Today, Selfridges reopens its four stores in London, Manchester and Birmingham. Packed with energy and excitement, each store is set to share the most exciting, unique-to-Selfridges experiences and curated products with its customers. While its doors have been closed, Selfridges has been busy dreaming up new ways to invite its customers to reconnect with the pleasure of the unique shopping experience its stores offer.
The convenience sector needs to improve its use of data in order to compete with Amazon, which could be the 6th largest supermarket if current shoppers swapped just one grocery shop per month, new research indicates. The TWC Trends Spring 2021 Report, from intelligence and technology consultancy TWC, highlights that the online delivery trend is. This story continues at Convenience retailers need to improve their use of data.
The convenience sector needs to improve its use of data in order to compete with Amazon, which could be the 6th largest supermarket if current shoppers swapped just one grocery shop per month, new research indicates. The TWC Trends Spring 2021 Report, from intelligence and technology consultancy TWC, highlights that the online delivery trend is. This story continues at Convenience retailers need to improve their use of data.
the 3,000+ pound piece was no easy feat to install — 'it was like building a ship in a glass bottle,' margaritis told designboom. The post new york sunshine plants massive ‘basketball bouquet’ in the window display at eric emanuel’s soho retail space appeared first on designboom | architecture & design magazine.
Since the Covid-19 pandemic forced many Australians to slow down during lockdown, a change in attitude has become apparent. Over half of Aussies (57 per cent) are more mindful of their impact on the environment than ever before, and a number plan to pass this attitude through to their shopping, according to new research from Mastercard. Three in five Australians believe its more important than ever that businesses and brands do their part to help the environment, with 26 per cent of Generation Z
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Carling is partnering with sportswear brand Umbro to launch an on-pack competition to win one of 10,000 limited-edition football shirts. To be in with a chance of winning, shoppers will need to find a golden can hidden in promotional 10-can and 18-can multi-packs of Carling and redeem a code found on each pack on the. This story continues at Carling kicks off football shirt competition.
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
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Nike will start collecting and cleaning some of the sneakers that are returned by customers and reselling them at a discount in stores as part of its Nike Refurbished program, which launched on Monday. . Shoes that are returned within a 60-day window will now be inspected by Nike Experts, and if eligible for resale through the Refurbished program, they’ll be cleaned by hand and given a condition grade before they land back in-store at a reduced price. .
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Hovis is launching a Bakers Since 1886 range, consisting of premium buns and two half cob loaves. The Premium Burger Buns have been “designed with the ultimate burger in mind” and will be available in packs of four (£1.35) from Nisa from 19 April and Spar Blakemore from 10 May. The two 450g half cob. This story continues at Hovis unveils premium bakery range.
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Based on a unique concept, MAD Bars House gathers 5 bars and restaurants while respecting the local culture. It is a six-storey venue with a unique concept that is reflected in its interior. MAD Bars House gathered 5 bars and restaurants under one roof. The higher the floor, the higher the alcohol percentage in beverages they serve. . The building is located on pedestrian street in the historical center of Lviv.
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To celebrate the launch of Pangaia at Selfridges, installation specialists Diagon and designer Bevan Roper have unveiled a brand-new retail environment for the material science brand. Housed in the world’s most famous department store, the space will provide an immersive customer experience, as retailers reopen their doors following months in lockdown.
Politicians in Scotland have called for action to protect independent retailers from crime and financial harm. The candidates were speaking ahead of online hustings being organised by the NFRN. The hustings, on 19 April, are before elections to the Scottish parliament on 6 May. Anas Sarwar, Scottish Labour leader, said: “Shopworkers have been the unsung.
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The Association of Convenience Stores has partnered with the Food and Drink Federation and other food and drink industry groups to hold a Welsh hustings event ahead of the Welsh Assembly elections taking place on 6 May. The event gave the opportunity for political parties to provide more detail about how their policies will support. This story continues at Industry bodies hold Welsh hustings.
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