Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

Retention of key talent is a major challenge in any industry, but particularly in retail with its high turnover rate. At the World Retail Congress in Paris, industry executives and experts weighed in on a panel to advise retailers on the best strategies to improve employee retention, create jobs that meet needs and ensure effective management. Because despite retail businesses having some of the best marketers in the world, attracting and retaining frontline staff has escalated into a crisis.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

In a pharmacy in Seattle, when the temperature in its drug storage refrigerator falls below protocols, an automated alert warns the store manager before temperature-critical medicines spoil. In a clothing store in Phoenix, the AC automatically adjusts to keep customers comfortable and lingering longer, happily trying on sweaters in the store’s new fall collection despite the blistering 100-degree late-summer day.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

Australian retailers are set to benefit from a surge in spending on Mother’s Day despite the current cost-of-living crunch, according to research conducted by the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) in collaboration with market research company Roy Morgan. The study predicts that Australians will spend $995 million on Mother’s Day this year, which is $70 million or 7.5 per cent more than last year.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

NBCUniversal and Instacart are expanding their existing partnership to include a new retail media workstream that will enable Instacart’s CPG advertisers to connect with consumers via NBCU’s streaming and linear television content. In late 2023, the companies teamed up to include access to NBCU’s streaming platform Peacock as part of the Instacart+ membership package.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

New legislation will require furniture suppliers to provide safety warnings about the dangers of toppling furniture hazards, in a bid to lessen injuries. The legislation will apply to a clothing storage unit or bookcase with a height of 686 mm or more and entertainment units of any height typically used for housing televisions, home theatre systems or gaming consoles.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

Seven years into its most recent comeback, teen fashion retailer Rue21 has filed for its third bankruptcy, citing “the continued growth of online shopping, industry competition, inflation and macroeconomic headwinds.” Over the past two decades the mall-based retailer has struggled to regain the popularity it enjoyed during its heyday in the late ’90s.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

Walmart has simplified the process for shoppers who want to support their local schools with the new Connected Accounts feature on the Box Tops for Education app. Shoppers can now give back by connecting their Walmart account with the Box Tops app, without needing to scan or submit receipts. Families can earn when they download the app, connect their account and buy Box Tops’ participating General Mills products at Walmart, both in-store and online.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Nurses play a vital role in healthcare, and their dedication often goes unnoticed. National Nurses Week, spanning from May 6 to 12, aims to acknowledge their hard work.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

The grand reopening of Levi’s Bangkok flagship at CentralWorld marks a significant milestone in the brand’s direct-to-consumer trajectory and speaks to its commitment to the region. The 364sqm NextGen Indigo store promises a redefined denim experience, tailored to the discerning tastes of Thai shoppers through various personalisation offerings. This includes the Levi’s Tailor Shop, an embodiment of craftsmanship where denim aficionados can breathe life into their apparel through bespoke touches

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Steward Health Care's plunge into bankruptcy protection has stirred considerable attention and concern.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

I’m just back from a mini retail tour in Queensland and Northern NSW. I visited a variety of retail destinations in and around Brisbane, Toowoomba, Gold Coast, Byron and Ballina. From local shopping experiences to big destinations and shopping centres, these locations are a great barometer for the state of the Australian retail nation. I was struck by how homogenous shopping centres and local ‘high street’ shopping experiences have become.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Rue21 is the latest brick-and-mortar clothing retailer to file for bankruptcy.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

Retailers expressed support and welcomed a recent proposal to authorise the NSW Police to ‘wand’ or scan people for knives without a warrant in designated areas – part of proposed legislation seeking to reduce knife crimes and modelled after Queensland’s Jack’s Law. “The measures proposed by the NSW Premier are a step in the right direction, however, there is detail we are keen to work on, particularly on what constitutes a ‘weapons-related offence’ and the pr

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Qantas is paying the biggest fine of its history to settle the reputational crisis.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

Kohl’s has become the latest retailer to enable same-day delivery via Instacart , allowing customers to have accessories, home goods, skincare and beauty items delivered in as fast as one hour from all 1,172 Kohl’s stores. Shoppers using the Kohl’s Instacart storefront can earn Kohl’s Rewards on these orders, which are priced the same for delivery and in-store purchase.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Hyundai is set to invest almost $1 billion in Motional, securing a majority stake in the self-driving startup and providing vital capital for its ongoing operations.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 6, 2024

Rebecca Minkoff doesn’t just like taking risks — she’s addicted to it. “It’s all about pushing myself out of my comfort zone continuously,” she said in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. “That’s where I get my adrenaline. I have team members helping me every day, but I’m spearheading the ideation and planning every day. That’s what takes me out of my comfort zone.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

European Commission President Ursula von der Leyen emphasized the EU's readiness to utilize all available trade tools to safeguard its economies amidst concerns over China's market practices.

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Inside Retail

MAY 6, 2024

Fitness company Pvolve has introduced a limited-edition equipment bundle and companion workout calendar in collaboration with renowned actress Jennifer Aniston. Founded in 2017 by Rachel Katzman, Pvolve offers a workout method that pairs low-impact, functional movement with resistance equipment to build strong, mobile bodies. The limited edition collection includes several pieces of equipment Aniston uses in her Pvolve workouts, including the patented Pball, Pband, and P3 Trainer, plus the Slant

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Tyson Foods Inc. recently saw a significant drop in its shares due to ongoing inflation impacting consumer demand.

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Intelligence Node

MAY 6, 2024

In the rapidly evolving landscape of retail, the digital shelf has emerged as a pivotal battleground for consumer packaged goods (CPG) companies. In 2024, the shift towards digital retailing is. The post Boosting CPG Sales with Six Pillars of Digital Shelf Success appeared first on Blog.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

An increasing amount of people are opting to work remotely from Disney World theme parks.

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Retail Gazette

MAY 6, 2024

Waitrose has been accused of lowering redundancy payouts for warehouse workers already at risk of losing their jobs. The supermarket has come under fire for offering affected staff a reduced redundancy package after proposing a higher payout back in January. Earlier this year, John Lewis told workers it planned to halve redundancy payouts, which made it cheaper for bosses to lay off staff.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

Those who live in Florida, Georgia, Alabama, North Carolina, and South Carolina should check their pantries.

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Shopping Center

MAY 6, 2024

Atlanta — Atlanta-based fast-casual cheeseburger brand Smalls Sliders has signed two multi-unit franchise deals in the state of Florida. An entity doing business as DPC Smalls Investments, which is led by… The post Smalls Sliders Signs Franchise Deals for 12 New Units in Florida appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Retail Wire

MAY 6, 2024

This once-a-year sale can save shoppers a pretty penny.

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Retail Dive

MAY 6, 2024

In addition to education and funding, “The Workshop at Macy’s” provides various opportunities to sell via the department store.

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Dezeen

MAY 6, 2024

Architecture studio EBBA has completed a store for coffee brand WatchHouse that draws on modernist design to provide a calming environment in the heart of the City of London. Situated in the 30 Fenchurch Street building of the Square Mile financial district, the store was designed by EBBA for coffee company WatchHouse , which has several cafes around London and also sells its own roasts.

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Wiser

MAY 6, 2024

In the fast-paced retail industry, strategic assortment optimization is essential for maintaining relevance and profitability. Retailers are constantly required to adjust to changing market trends, consumer preferences, and competitive dynamics. Although price intelligence is important, the true foundation of retail success lies in effectively curating a product assortment.

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Retail Customer Experience

MAY 6, 2024

Upcoming trends include growth in cloud-based digital signage, AI driving automation, dynamic content via integrations, and personalization for employees and customers alike.

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