Mindful Design

JUNE 30, 2021

With summer in full force, you may want to spruce up your restaurant’s outdoor area and get it ready for customers in search of fun and fresh air. From umbrellas that raise the cool factor of your place to picnic tables that are anything but rustic, we put together a list of outdoor restaurant furniture […]. The post Fun and Trendy Outdoor Restaurant Furniture for Summer appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 28, 2021

If you have an ecommerce site that’s bringing in plenty of visitors but is underperforming when it comes to your conversion rate, there are some simple strategies you can try. Average conversion rates for ecommerce stores tend to hover at around 2-3 percent. If your site comes in below that, then improvements can be made. If your conversion rate is around that level, then there are still plenty of steps that you can take to get the edge on the competition. . 1.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 28, 2021

KFC Australia has led the growth of its local operator, Collins Foods, as more and more Aussies turned to convenience and brands they trust during the last year. According to Collins Foods’ CEO Drew O’Malley KFC Australia was its “standout performer” in FY21, with same-store-sales growth of 12.9 per cent and underlying EBITDA growth of 17.9 per cent.

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Design Week

JULY 2, 2021

A petition has launched to protect Channel 4’s creative network, following culture secretary Oliver Dowden’s announcement that the government is once again considering the channel’s privatisation. Established in 1982, the television network is a public corporation of the Department for Digital, Culture, Media and Sport (DCMS), though it is mostly commercially self-funded.

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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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Retail Times

JULY 2, 2021

General Mills, the global food company, today announces changes to its UK and Ireland employee benefits plan designed to support families facing life-changing events such as childbirth, adoption and pregnancy loss.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 29, 2021

The employee and customer experience are intrinsically linked. But are we equipping our retail staff with the right tools they need to take it to the next level? . Our retail brand, and the way it’s experienced by the customer, is now recognised as one of the biggest differentiators in the business. It drives our footfall and website traffic, increases willingness to pay and consumer loyalty, sets us apart from our competitors and even helps us attract top talent.

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Design Week

JULY 1, 2021

What does Swiss designer Julien van der Wal’s 1967 work for a sunglass label have in common with Renaissance print branding? Quite a lot, according to the latest issue of LogoArchive. Logo Redux – edited by LogoArchive founder Richard Baird with research from designer Darren Leader – documents early printing press marks and their links to 20th century modernist logos.

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Talking Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

Coca-Cola Great Britain (GB) is now using 100% recycled plastic for its entire range of on-the-go bottles, in partnership with Coca-Cola Europacific Partners (CCEP). The move means that all plastic bottles of 500ml or less are to be made with 100% recycled plastic and will continue to be fully recyclable. The first 100% recycled 500ml bottles will start appearing on shelves from September.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 29, 2021

An entirely new retail experience, the Fifth Avenue store features the most famous landmarks and icons of NYC built larger-than-life in LEGO bricks, alongside brand-new, one-of-a-kind immersions and interactive experiences with play at the heart. The LEGO Store on Fifth is the flagship location in a new retail format expanding globally. The opening is commemorated by the first new Broadway-style performance in over a year, assembled by an iconic team of award-winning choreographers, lyricists, p

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2021

The National Cabinet has agreed that, moving forward, lockdown measures will only be enacted as a “last resort”. The decision comes after industry leaders hit back at the inconsistent approach to lockdown each state premier puts in place, and how the confusion impacts businesses and consumers alike. Prime Minster Scott Morrison also unveiled a four-stage plan to get Australia through the Covid-19 pandemic, which he hopes will end with the country returning to business-as-usual life.

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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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Design Week

JUNE 30, 2021

“I’m happy to collaborate with other designers because this is bigger than us,” says Lucy Hughes. Hughes is the designer behind MarinaTex, a bioplastic film made using by-products of the fishing industry, namely fish skins and scales. Over the last two years, MarinaTex has won a slew of design awards, including the UK national and International Dyson Award s, a D&AD Wooden Pencil and a nomination for Beazley Design of the Year.

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Talking Retail

JULY 1, 2021

The Post Office has responded to the Court of Appeal regarding 25 applications by former postmasters for permission to appeal their convictions in Post Office prosecutions between 2002 and 2012. The Post Office is supporting the applications in 10 cases and opposing after consideration of each case by its board. Appeals of historical cases in. This story continues at Post Office responds to postmasters’ appeals of historical convictions.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2021

Bluewater, one of Europe’s leading retail and leisure destinations, has announced the signing of a new accessible fashion concept brand Vanilla, for its debut standalone store following the success of its established online and concession presence. Located adjacent to H&M on Upper Thames Walk, the 3,616 sq ft Vanilla flagship store represents the first time trend-led, well priced fashion labels Blue Vanilla and Pink Vanilla will have a bricks and mortar home to showcase their collections in

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Inside Retail

JULY 1, 2021

With social media driving brand awareness as well as sales, more and more brands are choosing to diversify their product range or align with influential figures to flaunt their merchandise. Luxury car brand Ferrari has long offered a limited range of merchandise from keyrings to sweaters, but its latest foray into fashion is a new chapter in the brand’s evolution.

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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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Design Week

JUNE 29, 2021

Panel: Happy Hour: Design Edition. Just in time for graduate season, the Happy Hour panel hopes to offer valuable insight for design students and recent graduates. It’s hosted by a Superunion panel – led by creative director Louise Hunter – and will discuss the importance of team work, different studio roles, vital skills and a more elusive topic: the mindset of a creative.

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Talking Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

Treasury Wine Estates is kicking off a digital competition for its Blossom Hill brand, to celebrate International Friendship Day (30 July). Shoppers can enter the competition by sharing an image of their friends on Instagram, using the hashtags #UnfilteredFriendships and #TogetherLetsBlossom, to be in with a chance of winning a gift box containing a polaroid.

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Retail Focus

JULY 1, 2021

Grosvenor has announced the arrival of Clarendon Fine Art, the UK’s largest art gallery group, to Liverpool ONE. The brand has opened a 2,000 sq ft gallery at 7 Peter’s Lane, within the destination’s premium lifestyle-led district. . The new Clarendon Fine Art site is the brand’s first in Liverpool. It will serve as the region’s flagship, capturing the gallery’s mission to make art accessible and enjoyable to all, from first-time buyers to established collectors. .

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

Carl’s Jr. will open up to 200 restaurants over the next 10 years in Australia under a new master franchise agreement. The burger brand’s parent company CKE Restaurants Holdings has signed an agreement with CJ’s QSR (Franchise) Group, which will now oversee expansion of the US brand across the country. Since introducing Carl’s Jr. to Australia in 2016 in Bateau Bay, New South Wales, the brand has grown to nearly 30 restaurants throughout Victoria, Queensland, South Australia and NSW under separa

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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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Design Week

JUNE 30, 2021

The City of London has unveiled details of the structure that will replace the capital’s traditional police boxes. Police boxes have been a staple part of London’s urban architecture since the 1930s. At their most popular, there were some 685 on the streets of Greater London. Earlier this year , however, the City of London launched a competition to find a “modern, multifunctional” replacement for the boxes. “Digital service points” Given that technological adv

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Talking Retail

JUNE 28, 2021

Suntory Beverage & Food GB&I is kicking off a text-to-win summer promotion across its leading soft drinks brands, as research revealed that summer 2021 will unlock £160m soft drink sales. Running across Lucozade Energy, Lucozade Sport and Ribena, the promotion offers shoppers the chance to win prizes, including camping trips, barbecue experiences and bike rides.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 28, 2021

This premium pop-up space in Harrods was designed, manufactured and installed by Lucky Fox for wellness brand, OTO – the UK-based brand bringing the benefits of CBD into the beauty industry. Lucky Fox wanted to keep the scheme super light and contemporary to echo the minimalist aesthetic of the brand. But ensuring the space made an impact amidst a busy department store was important too.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

Australia’s first Indigenous-led online marketplace Welcome to Country is anticipating a boost in sales this week, as lockdowns across the country coincide with a social media competition to raise awareness in the leadup to NAIDOC Week. Like many online retailers, Welcome to Country is benefiting from the ‘cocooning’ trend, where spending on furniture and homewares spikes as people are forced to spend more time at home due to Covid-19 restrictions.

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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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Design Week

JULY 1, 2021

Penguin Random House UK has revealed the winners of this year’s Student Design Award, which sees students redesign the covers of well-known books. Now in its 15th year, the Student Design Award aims to find “the next generation of book cover designers”, according to the publishing house. This is done by giving students experience of “real cover design briefs” first-hand.

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Talking Retail

JULY 2, 2021

Growing convenience group Amacor Capital has signed a deal that sees them take on their third former Co-op site this week. The new store, situated in Garden Village, Wrexham, will be the 16th for the group. The latest acquisition has been fitted with a Nisa Local fascia, and services including Costa Coffee, Tango Ice Blast, This story continues at Amacor opens Wrexham store.

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Retail Focus

JUNE 29, 2021

Bottega Veneta has opened a new pop-up shop in Williamsburg, Brooklyn, which will operate throughout the summer. Situated in one of New York City‘s most hip neighbourhoods, Daniel Lee‘s first concept store adds to the community’s love for trends and fashion. The summer pop-up will be hosted in a former bank and will be dedicated to small leather goods and a selection of ready-to-wear without special editions or huge media strategies.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

The retail industry in Malaysia has struggled during Covid, but shopping centre Pavilion in Kuala Lumpur has continued to find a way to reach consumers. Here, we chat with CEO of retail, Dato’ Joyce Yap, about the future of malls and how sector have evolved in the past year. Inside Retail: Malaysian retail has been reported to be at an all-time low.

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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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Design Week

JUNE 28, 2021

A new traffic light food labelling system, designed to help consumers make more environmentally conscious shopping decisions, will be trialled in the UK this autumn. The eco-labelling scheme has been developed by Foundation Earth, a new non-profit backed by the UK government and several food giants like Nestlé, Marks & Spencer, Sainsbury’s and the Co-op.

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Talking Retail

JUNE 28, 2021

The Home Affairs Committee is calling for a much stronger policing response to tackle violence and abuse against shopworkers, as well as more support from employers and more prevention work on local high streets. The committee, a cross-party committee of MPs responsible for scrutinising the work of the Home Office and its associated bodies, has. This story continues at MPs call for new protection of shopworkers law.

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Retail Times

JUNE 30, 2021

It has been 25 years since American businessman William Scott launched the world’s very first real money online casino. In the early years of online gambling, classic table games like poker, baccarat and roulette were the most popular with players.

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Inside Retail

JUNE 30, 2021

From using non-toxic paint in stores to digitising documents to avoid paper waste, more businesses are taking steps to make their physical operations more sustainable. That includes the Japanese department store chain Takashimaya. While its bold approach to sustainable store design entails high upfront costs, it will lead to long-term benefits in the future.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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