RetailMinded
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
As a marketplace seller, you’re probably familiar with the standard advice for e-commerce marketing: take out ads on sites like Google, issue coupons, and use social media to name just a few examples. But if you’re hoping to be a successful seller, you may want to go beyond the basics. We turned to two experts at DealNews to get their best insider tips on how to market your marketplace store.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
The first Augmented Reality (AR) British Sign Language (BSL) book for children and a virtual stage-building platform have joined the government’s tech innovation scheme Digital Catapult. Digital Catapult’s Augmentor programme works with promising start-ups that use immersive technology to help bring them to market through workshops and networking.
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Retail Design Institute
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
It is with great sadness that we share news of the passing of Claudia Cerchiara, RDI. Claudia joined the Retail Design Institute’s Ohio Chapter in 2008. She was a valued and dedicated member who served first as Chapter Secretary, Vice President and then President before becoming International President in 2017. She continued to serve as International Chairwoman until October 2020.
Home World Design
JANUARY 30, 2021
The owner of Absolute Flowers, Ms. Jing, has an instinctive and timeless love for flowers inspired by her first glimpse of a boutique when she was a child. She established Absolute Flower Shop in 2012 and over the past 8 years. Continue reading.
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Bay Cities
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
When your product sell-through numbers aren’t hitting the goals you established in your business plan, you know it’s time to evaluate how you are marketing and promoting your products.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
Irish language channel TG4 has revealed a new brand identity and range of animated idents, to match the platform’s positioning of “Expect the unexpected” The updated look has been designed by London-based agency Red Bee Creative and has begun to roll out. The work was a collaboration with TG4’s in-house design team. Deconstructing the logo.
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Show Best
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
(Photo of Logan Airport from Jesse Costa/WBUR). In August of 2020, Showbest officially announced our partnership with XpresSpa to launch the first ever airport COVID testing center in the U.S., XpresCheck, within John F. Kennedy International Airport. This pop-up COVID testing center, located in terminal 4, opened for testing for JFK terminal employees, airport workers, contractors, airline employees, and served as a beacon of hope for the future of travel.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Spaceagency has designed the wayfinding and signage system for Expo 2020 Dubai, incorporating a local UNESCO-protected weaving technique. Expo 2020 was due to open at Dubai in the United Arab Emirates (UAE) in October last year but has been postponed until October 2021 and is set to run until March 2022. It’s the first time that the world exposition has been postponed.
Bay Cities
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Bay Cities’ triumphs despite any given challenge and that is due to the immense efforts of all our departments. The start of 2021 presented many challenges for the Production department, that was inclusive of, but not limited to: personnel absence, attaining material, plant space limitations, and staffing challenges. As COVID-19 continued to bring havoc, Production faced a drastic absence of personnel totaling up to 20 employees out amongst two shifts while the needs of our clients were still at
Speaker: Ethan Woolley, Director at Kharon
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
Retail Design Institute
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
The Retail Design Institute New York Chapter celebrated the New Year by hosting presentations from three leading brands that have re-imagined the health and wellness industry, through spatial experience, products, and services. We learned from the founders of three innovative companies about their approach to health and wellness and how they intend to disrupt the industry.
Parcel Pending
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Social distancing protocols and remote work have completely redefined our way of living…and our way of shopping. As BOPIS (Buy Online, Pick Up In- Store ) becomes increasingly mainstream, it’s paramount to adopt these BOPIS best practices to bring in revenue, attract more customers, and increase customer loyalty. Make it Easy for the Customer.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
Design by Structure has rebranded sustainability certification Planet Mark, as the organisation seeks to expand its international reputation and champion positive change. Planet Mark was established in 2013 by Steve Malkin and Sir Tim Smit, the co-founder of the Eden Project, with the intention of building “a brighter future” for the planet.
Ultra Flex
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
The COVID-19 pandemic continues to test people and industries in ways we never imagined. Not only has it resulted in a worldwide health crisis, but it also has created supply chain bottlenecks for businesses trying to keep up with customer demands for imported products. Dock worker shortages, port congestion, cargo container shortages, lack of vessel space causing ship dates and arrival dates to push out, and major holidays, like the Chinese New Year, are jeopardizing the timely delivery of fo
Speaker: Benjamin Woll, Tiffany Spizzo, and Jaime Santos Alcón
Enterprise commerce is evolving fast, and brands relying on rigid, one-size-fits-all solutions risk losing agility. But modernization doesn’t have to mean disruption. In this webinar, we’ll explore how an extensible, modular approach empowers brands to integrate new capabilities, enhance performance, and scale efficiently—all while leveraging Shopify’s strengths.
RepslyBlog
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
At Repsly, we’re constantly thinking about how we can continue to provide additional value to CPG brands and their field teams to win more at the shelf. In doing so, we’ve created the Drive to Growth series, where we’ll be breaking down some of the largest trends and opportunities around the retail space throughout the year.
Mindful Design
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Maybe it’s the fast approaching Valentine’s Day that makes our sweet tooth act up again, or maybe it’s just our old hobby of looking for new desserts to try. Either way, we collected here a few of the latest dessert trends both for our own satisfaction and to remind you that a new take on […]. The post Get Inspired by the Latest Dessert Trends appeared first on Mindful Design Consulting.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
London-based studio SomeOne has rebranded property technology business WiredScore with a crown-shaped logo in a lattice design. The project also includes a new brand strategy, a wider lattice-based visual system as well as animations and photography guidelines, which help anchor a variety of work including technology ratings for buildings. [link]. Established in 2013, WiredScore assesses the connectivity and smart tech potential in homes and offices across 160 cities.
Global Shop
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Take a look around your office space. There are many manufactured products that help you get through your workday. Important industries such as the electronics, plastics, soft materials and fixtures are responsible for manufacturing things like your computer, binders and notebooks, lights, pens, keyboards, water bottles, rubber bands, clipboards, desks, chairs, conference room tables and more.
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.
Dimensional Impact
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
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Trade Group
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
If you would prefer to read instead of watching our short video, here is the transcript of the conversation between Mike and Mal Gilvar: Mike: Thanks everybody for joining this latest session of The Bottom Line at TTG. I’m here with Mal and we’re going to talk today about why is it that it’s important right now for companies to get back to trade shows in 2021.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
Pentagram has designed the new visual identity for Frieze, to coincide with the art organisation’s 30th anniversary. Established as a magazine in 1991, the organisation now has three publications: frieze, Frieze Week and Frieze Masters Magazine. It also runs four art fairs anually in London, New York and Los Angeles. More recently, it has expanded into the digital sector with online platform Frieze Viewing Room as well as a line of podcasts and talks.
Mike Anthony
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
Most shopper marketers would agree that they strive to create effective activity. Yet what do we mean by effective? Often the measure of effectiveness will be ‘did it grow my sales?’. Whilst this is an admirable goal, is that single measure truly adequate to ascertain whether an activity was effective? Consumer marketers would (typically) set more than one objective for their activity (build loyalty, share, penetration, etc.) so why is this simplistic view of the world still the norm in the worl
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Contra
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
Since the first UK lockdown our global team have been finding fun ways to stay connected and to keep each other’s spirits up. We started with weekly quizzes which have been a great way to have fun and learn a thing or two but after a year of that you can imagine we started to run out of questions, so we had to get creative with our activities. Our colleagues are multi-talented people who have been sharing their knowledge and interests with the team.
Retail Bound
FEBRUARY 1, 2021
It’s always essential to gather as much feedback as possible before you launch a crowdfunding campaign. This will help you plan your campaign well and give you enough time to work on those loopholes. But when it comes to receiving feedback, there’s a void in getting access to the correct channel for your campaign. It could be social media, emails or just word-of-mouth marketing.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 3, 2021
London-based studio The Clerkenwell Brothers has unveiled the brand strategy and identity for new plant-based food company Unruly Food. Founded by Jason Gibb and Segun Akinwoleola, Unruly Food is a plant-based brand that aims to be “0% preachy” and accessible for meat-eaters, flexitarians and plant-based eaters alike. According to the brand, its mission is driven by “strong environmental values” The Clerkenwell Brothers was approached for the project after having given a
Mike Anthony
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
Most shopper marketers would agree that they strive to create effective activity. Yet what do we mean by effective? Often the measure of effectiveness will be ‘did it grow my sales?’. Whilst this is an admirable goal, is that single measure truly adequate to ascertain whether an activity was effective? Consumer marketers would (typically) set more than one objective for their activity (build loyalty, share, penetration, etc.) so why is this simplistic view of the world still the norm in the worl
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
Nelson Blackley
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
Much of the media coverage over the past ten days or so, following the inevitable but slow demise of both Debenhams and Topshop stores, is the most recent reminder of an unusual social phenomenon (but which has surfaced on regular occasions over the past couple of decades). It has reignited what I can only describe as the UK national ‘collective nostalgia’ for retail brands that are either long gone or rapidly disappearing from the UK’s town and city centres – or as many inaccurately, desc
Tusco Display
FEBRUARY 4, 2021
GameStop - Reinventing the Retail ModelGameStop and other publicly traded stocks like AMC Theaters, Bed Bath & Beyond, BlackBerry, Koss, Nokia, and Tootsie Roll have seen huge run-ups in values due to speculation by investors. To be clear, this isn’t actual investing; it’s a form of gambling that the stock price will go up or down immediately, based on what other investors do, not whether the underlying business is a good bet.Of course, business is always a gamble: Will people buy wh
Design Week
FEBRUARY 5, 2021
For those watching their meat intake, there were two particularly interesting projects featured in last month’s Beazley Designs of the Year showcase. The first was the Impossible Burger 2.0 – the latest iteration of the popular plant-based patty, which boasts as much iron and protein as a comparable serving of ground beef. The second was the Ouroboros Steak, a “DIY meal kit” for growing gourmet steaks from (one’s own) human cells.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 2, 2021
Studio Sutherland has created a shape-shifting typographic identity for social change organisation Perspectiva. The work includes the organisation’s new visual identity, icons and typography, and a range of book covers for Perspectiva titles. The charitable organisation emerged in 2015 from conversations between Scottish philosopher and chess Grandmaster Dr.
Speaker: Becky Parisotto and John Vurdelja
Fulfillment is no longer just about getting products from point A to point B – it's about crafting seamless, scalable, customer first experiences. Flexible fulfillment strategies are more important than ever for those aiming to stay ahead and build resilience as retail enters a new era in 2025. Learn how to optimize fulfillment processes, tackle complex, multi-vendor orders, and create seamless customer experiences – from white-glove delivery for high-value items to quick-ship solutions for ever
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