RetailMinded
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
2021 is in full swing and the reality is, it isn’t necessarily a breeze for small merchants in particular to capture consumer attention or dollars. This said, customers are spending despite the challenges of COVID-19. In fact, retail sales jumped over 5% at the start of 2021 and consumers do not seem to be slowing down when it comes to spending.
All Work
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
In a hybrid workforce world, it’s not only about the plexiglass. It’s about the person. Offices must change not only how they look, but how they accommodate a diverse hybrid workforce. Laura Vierling from Perkins+Will explores the design requirements of the post-pandemic workplace for unique requirements and personalities. This article was originally published on Work Design Magazine.
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Bay Cities
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Here we go again! It doesn’t seem to be getting better with the supply of linerboard and the raging consumption of this darling. We are witnessing a perfect storm in linerboard supply. Manufacturers are coming off a wild whipsaw holiday season, when demand for boxes skyrocketed and the industry, already dealing with input costs like run away transportation costs, rising OCC costs, and labor blasted with COVID-19, struggled just to keep up.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Pride in London has unveiled a new visual identity, which features an adaptable logo to showcase the many groups that make up the LGBT+ community. The work has been carried out by the organisation’s internal brand and design team with help from London-based studio Egg. The volunteer-run organisation runs the annual Pride parade in the capital as well as a series of events including Pride’s Got Talent.
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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.
RetailMinded
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Fast fashion, or clothing that is produced cheaply and en masse for disposable use, is on the decline. This means it’s time for a much-needed strategy change for clothing and accessory retailers. In 1989, the New York Times first used the words “fast fashion” to describe the strategy that Zara, a clothing retailer, used to bring designs to life in under 15 days.
Frank Mayer
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
This year marks Frank Mayer and Associates, Inc.’s 90 th anniversary, and the milestone has caused me to pause and reflect on our journey. What began as a humble screen-printing operation started by my grandfather in 1931 has evolved into a renowned company in the point of purchase and kiosk industries. We’ve designed, engineered, prototyped, and manufactured merchandising displays, interactive kiosks, and store fixtures for some of the world’s best-known companies.
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Design Week
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
BrandOpus has rebranded Miller Genuine Draft (MGD) in an attempt to win back the relevance among consumers, according to the design studio. The overhaul includes a redesigned logo, colour palette and typography and rolls out across all packaging and communications. It’s been developed jointly by BrandOpus studios in New York and London. Before (left), after (right) Miller Brewing Company first created the cold-filtered MGD in 1985, and it surged in popularity in the following decade.
RetailMinded
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Individuals and businesses that sell online or offline understand the elements of retail and wholesale. However, there is a larger audience that seeks valuable information. If you are looking to translate the differences between the two, then you are in the right spot. Retail and wholesale each have amazing benefits, but they also each have their challenges.
Jahabow
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Regardless of the price or value of the jewelry being sold, it would be a disservice to simply place it in a display case and cross your fingers that it will sell. Many times customers will enter a store without even knowing what they want, and merchandising displays will work to help them make up their minds. In fact, luxury jewelry designers spend a good portion of their budgets building flashy, immersive merchandising displays that make an impact.
Home World Design
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
The Portfolio Vinhos project is an holistic exercise on what we expect to use from the space and what the space gets in return from us. Continue reading.
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
Design Week
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
“The mentorship element of the project was really why I was so keen to be involved,” says Kate Moross, founder and creative director of their eponymous Studio Moross, of their recent work with beer brand Desperados. In 2020, during the first national coronavirus lockdown in the UK, Moross was approached by the brand to lead a creative project which also involved mentoring a group of young designers and artists from around the world.
RetailMinded
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Customers shop online these days. It’s faster, easier, and more convenient for them to shop from the comfort of their own homes. Yet, convenience, in this case, comes with plenty of cybersecurity threats. And, it’s your job to protect your business and your customers from hackers. Here’s how. . Over the last few years, e-commerce enjoyed significant growth.
Frank Mayer
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
As standard and custom kiosks spawn innovation and provide convenience across several industries, college campuses can capitalize on many of the same benefits for students, faculty, and staff. From streamlining student services to delivering information and ensuring public safety, there are countless opportunities for college campus kiosks to transform the higher education sector.
Home World Design
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Founded in Germany in 1948, REHAU are best known for their quality doors and windows, alongside a vast range of interior finishes. Continue reading.
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.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
New York-based branding studio Watson & Company has designed the identity for the newly opened Moynihan Train Hall in Manhattan. The project has been called New York’s “most ambitious transportation and infrastructure upgrade in decades” and involves the extension of the city’s Penn Station. Penn is one of the city’s busiest stations, servicing some 600,000 travellers every day (pre-pandemic).
Retail Design Institute
FEBRUARY 19, 2021
Dimensional Impact
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
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Gustie Creative
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
I am pleased to officially introduce Solutions for Disrupting Disruption, COVID-19 Handbook, The Essential Guide for Brands and Businesses, 2021 Edition. This business handbook is now available as a digital download and also in book format here. Hope you enjoy reading the press release below and learning more about the handbook and its contents. This [.].
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.
Design Week
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Innovate UK has launched a funding competition worth £16 million to support and develop sustainable and smart plastic packaging solutions. According to WRAP , around 40 per cent of all plastic is used for packaging. While the material plays an important role in protecting goods and extending the shelf life of products, the UK generates some 2.4 million tonnes of packaging waste a year.
Mindful Design
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Operating a food truck business have always been a common dream of cooking aficionados who yearn for the freedom of working for themselves. When they are part of an established businesses, food trucks also help in reaching more people, marketing services and increasing brand recognition. Photo above via made-in-china.com In 2020, however, adding a food […].
Drytac
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
No fewer than five Drytac products deployed by Buckinghamshire-based Globe Print for social distancing markers and directional graphics at new vaccination centre. Image: Protac AMP antimicrobial film paired with Polar Grip. Drytac’s self-adhesive films continue to play a key role in the battle against Covid-19, with print service provider Globe Print having recently used no fewer than five Drytac products to create graphics, free-of-charge, for a new vaccination centre in Marlow, Buckinghamshire
Gustie Creative
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
I am pleased to officially introduce Solutions for Disrupting Disruption, COVID-19 Handbook, The Essential Guide for Brands and Businesses, 2021 Edition. This business handbook is now available as a digital download and also in book format here. Hope you enjoy reading the press release below and learning more about the handbook and its contents. This [.].
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Design Week
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
Bath-based design consultancy Supple Studio has created the new identity for second-hand retail platform Srchpop, which centres on the search bar icon. The work comprises a new logo, web redesign and tone of voice. It rolls out across the SrchPop’s website, phone app and campaign visuals. Established for the American market, SrchPop lets people search multiple online marketplaces like eBay, Amazon Warehouse and Etsy for second-hand products at the same time. “We wanted the brand iden
Compliantia
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Getting shoppers into physical stores has become more difficult over the past year due to the pandemic. And while industry data shows that foot traffic has somewhat recovered , there’s still plenty of room to improve. . As such, it’s more important than ever to focus on in-store customer conversions. After all, attracting shoppers to your store is challenging enough as is it; the last thing you want is for customers to leave without buying anything.
Drytac
FEBRUARY 15, 2021
Luigi Cristicini has been working with Drytac customers across the world since joining the team in 1991, serving in a number of key roles during his time with the company. Luigi Cristicini, one of the most popular members of the Drytac Canada team, has reached the impressive milestone of 30 years with the company. Luigi joined Drytac back in 1991 having previously worked in the coffee industry, and soon made a name for himself in self-adhesives, overseeing Drytac’s operations in the Quebec and M
Gustie Creative
FEBRUARY 17, 2021
I am pleased to officially introduce Solutions for Disrupting Disruption, COVID-19 Handbook, The Essential Guide for Brands and Businesses, 2021 Edition. This business handbook is now available as a digital download and also in book format here. Hope you enjoy reading the press release below and learning more about the handbook and its contents. This [.].
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
Design Week
FEBRUARY 18, 2021
London’s National Gallery is searching for a design team to work with it on a suite of capital projects that will mark the institution’s 200 th birthday in 2024. The design projects will form part of an “inspirational programme” of events, exhibitions and outreach work undertaken by the gallery, with all celebrations under the banner of NG200.
Compliantia
FEBRUARY 16, 2021
Getting shoppers into physical stores has become more difficult over the past year due to the pandemic. And while industry data shows that foot traffic has somewhat recovered , there’s still plenty of room to improve. . As such, it’s more important than ever to focus on in-store customer conversions. After all, attracting shoppers to your store is challenging enough as is it; the last thing you want is for customers to leave without buying anything.
Thrifts and Tangles
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Today is Valentine’s Day, so I thought it would be the perfect day to share my proposal story! The post Our Proposal Story appeared first on Thrifts and Tangles.
Fashion Retail
FEBRUARY 14, 2021
Last week, Brooke Roberts-Islam wrote “Zara Meets Netflix” (Forbes). In others words, a business model based on “speed-to-market (fast-fashion), customer centricity and excellent operations” meets the “platform economy” The article mentions FINESSE, a startup that replaces designers and buyers with data, describing itself as “Zara meets Netflix” The startup, that raised $4.5 million for AI … More Digital Fashion Platforms: Zara meets Netflix.
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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