March, 2023

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Velocity Pricing: What It Is & When to Use It

Wiser

It’s no secret that there is an abundance of different pricing strategies to choose from. It’s a big decision, and the health and success of your business rely on you making the right choice. One popular pricing strategy that you can choose is velocity pricing. What Is Velocity Pricing? Velocity pricing uses a product’s “sales velocity,” or the speed at which a product sells, when determining prices.

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Record retail theft puts pressure on Australian supermarkets

Inside Retail

Retail theft has hit record levels in Australia, government statistics show, putting pressure on grocery giants Woolworths Group Ltd and Coles Group Ltd that are already struggling with soaring supply costs and freight blockages. Store theft rose 23.7 per cent in New South Wales, the home state of a third of Australians, from 2021 to 2022, state government figures showed on Thursday, the fastest year-on-year increase since records began in 1995.

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Kohl’s to Bring Sephora Shop-in-Shops to 7 New States in 2023

Retail TouchPoints

Kohl’s has announced the locations of the next 250 stores that will be opening 2,500-square-foot Sephora shop-in-shops in 2023. Last year Kohl’s and Sephora announced plans to expand their partnership to all of Kohl’s more than 1,100 locations. With the addition of these 250 locations, the total Sephora at Kohl’s fleet will reach more than 850 by the end of this year, in line with the planned timeline of the rollout.

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Elton John Takes Over Selfridges in Corner Shop Transformation

Retail Focus

Selfridges has unveiled its latest installation, “Elton John at The Selfridges Corner Shop”, which aims to transform the retail space into a glittering reimagining of the iconic performer’s world. Customers are invited to explore Elton’s archive and shop for limited-edition fashion, accessories and lifestyle collaborations in-store and online.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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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Greedflation: What is it and how is it impacting the retail industry?

Tokinomo

Everybody knows that rising inflation has a negative impact on retail sales and is putting pressure on customers who are just trying to make ends meet. While some retailers and brands are trying to help shoppers face the rising cost of living situation, there are others that might want to profit during this period.

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Americans tip less as more businesses request tips

Retail Wire

Forty-eight percent of quick-service restaurants now offer customers the option of adding tips to orders. That’s up from 38 percent in 2020, according to Toast. The average tip today is 15.9 percent, down from 16.4 percent last year.

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Redbubble co-founder Martin Hosking named CEO

Inside Retail

Martin Hosking has been appointed CEO and MD of the Redbubble Group, effective immediately. Outgoing CEO Michael Ilczynski resigned to pursue other opportunities in a non-competitive area and will provide assistance to Hosking until June 30 to ensure a smooth transition. “While I am disappointed the group has not returned to growth under my leadership, I am proud of the progress we have made towards achieving our strategic objectives,” said Ilczynski.

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Top Wish Execs Share Plan for Winning Back Consumers, Beginning with ‘Wishmas’

Retail TouchPoints

When Wish debuted in 2010 it took the U.S. by storm, rising to the top of the app charts and garnering millions of fans, until consumers began to realize the cost of those ultra-low prices — long delivery times and often poor quality products. Now, 12 years later, the similarly meteoric rise of apps like Shein and Temu has proven there’s still demand for Wish’s original proposition.

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11 digitally native retailers at risk of bankruptcy

Retail Dive

These companies were meant to be disruptors to the industry. But as macroeconomic pressures intensify and capital gets harder to find, they may be put to their biggest test.

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Endless aisles in Retail: How does it work?

Tokinomo

After the Pandemic changed the way we shop, customers are expecting a lot more from retailers. A lot of consumers got used to online shopping. However, brick-and-mortar is not dead and many shoppers still prefer to buy in-store. One of the biggest issues when shopping in-store is the low stock of products. Due to the finite space, retailers need to have a smaller stock of products compared to eCommerce retailers.

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Less Stress, More Success: Accounting Best Practices & Processes for 2025

Speaker: Amanda Adams, Fractional CFO, CPA

Are you ready to elevate your accounting processes for 2025? 🚀 Join us for an exclusive webinar led by Amanda Adams, a seasoned fractional CFO and CPA passionate about transforming back-office operations for finance teams. This session will cover critical best practices and process improvements tailored specifically for accounting professionals.

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Kith creates "industrial ambiance" for its Williamsburg store

Dezeen

American clothing brand Kith has created a flagship store in Williamsburg , Brooklyn, that uses brick, wood and steel to reference the industrial history of the neighbourhood. Designed by Kith 's founder Ronnie Fieg and the brand's in-house team of architects, the Williamsburg location is located in the Gensler -designed 25 Kent Plaza office building, where Kith also has its corporate offices.

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How Wiser’s Price Intelligence Compares to Pricing Web Scrapers

Wiser

Data is one of the hottest commodities in the business world. For retailers, this is especially true when it comes to pricing data. Having thorough, up-to-date intel can set one brand apart from the rest and allow them to make important decisions that get a leg up on the competition. Pricing data can be gathered from a multitude of different web locations—competitor websites, social media, Google ads, etc.

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La Prairie opens Australian-first airport beauty lounge

Inside Retail

Luxury skincare brand La Prairie has partnered with Heinemann Tax & Duty Free to launch a luxury beauty lounge at Sydney International airport. The lounge offers a customised luxury spa service with a skincare consultation for travellers. The store has a welcome lounge and two private treatment rooms where customers can choose from a range of treatment options to suit their needs.

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From Product Descriptions to SEO: How Retailers are Putting Generative AI to Use

Retail TouchPoints

[Editor’s note: This is the third article in our series on AI in retail. Be sure to check out our other stories on consumer attitudes toward AI and store design applications.] Since OpenAI debuted ChatGPT a little over three months ago , “generative AI” has become a hot topic and no industry has been left untouched — least of all retail. “The advancements in just three months feel like they should have taken 10 years,” said Darren Hill, Chief Digital Office at BrandX , which owns the Bon-Ton bra

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NEWS: SML RFID Delivers 98% Inventory Accuracy to Gina Tricot

I’m getting in touch with the news that fashion retailer, Gina Trictot, has achieved 98% inventory accuracy thanks to its partnership with SML RFID. Please see the full press release below, including exclusive quotes.

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The Entertainer joins forces with retail charity Retail Trust

365 Retail

The UK’s largest independent toy retailer, The Entertainer , has partnered with retail industry charity the Retail Trust to introduce a range of new measures to support its employees’ health and wellbeing. The partnership is set to give over 2,000 employees at The Entertainer, and their families, access to a range of personalised wellbeing resources from the Retail Trust.

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In-stock levels, grocery prices, and AI in retail - Weekly Snacks #48

Tokinomo

Campaign corner Smart Jar. Hellmann's, a popular mayonnaise brand, has released a new product called "Hellmann's Smart Jar." This jar is designed to fight food waste by using a built-in thermometer to tell users if their fridge is too warm, which can cause food to spoil faster. The Smart Jar also features a label that changes color if the contents inside are starting to spoil.

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Foot Locker to shutter 400 mall-based stores by 2026

Retail Dive

As the retailer looks to simplify its business, CEO Mary Dillon also said the company is “revitalizing” its Nike partnership.

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Bright Ideas Closer Together

LS Retail

©2023 Laurel J. Delaney. All rights reserved. "Everyone is a genius at least once a year. The real geniuses simply have their bright ideas closer together." – Georg C.

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eCommerce in 2025: How Customer Experience Drives Online Retail Success

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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Roughly three in four Australians buy preloved clothing, survey finds

Inside Retail

Research by Reluv, an online fashion retailer, in partnership with Monash University students, has revealed that about 75 per cent of Australians purchased used clothing last year. According to their Fashion Resale Report 2022, economic considerations follow sustainability as the primary two motivators of second-hand clothing purchases. The study found that 73 per cent of Australians said they purchase pre-owned apparel, 80 per cent believe they wear less than 60 per cent of their wardrobe, and

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Rue21 Taps GNC Exec as its New CEO

Retail TouchPoints

Rue21 has named Josh Burris CEO and member of its board. Burris replaces Bill Brand, who announced his intention to step down this month. Burris joins the retailer from GNC , where he has served as CEO since February 2021 , leading a successful restructuring under new ownership. Burris brings more than 25 years’ experience leading consumer-focused retail brands, including Abercrombie & Fitch, Hollister, DKNY, Karl Lagerfeld Paris, Calvin Klein Performance, Wilsons Leather and GH Bass & C

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Yodel to Open New Depot in Coventry, Signaling Continued Growth

365 Retail

Yodel, the UK independent parcel carrier, has announced plans to open a new depot in Longford, Coventry. The company’s sustained growth has led to the need for additional capacity, and the new facility, covering over 6.5 acres of land and at almost 135,000 sq. ft, could process and deliver up to 50,000 parcels per day at peak. This represents a 28% increase in output from the Leamington Spa depot, making it the largest within the Yodel property estate.

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Brand loyalty tactics for FMCG brands

Tokinomo

In this competitive industry, it’s crucial to maintain your loyal customers. Nowadays, shoppers have so many options to choose from and it’s getting harder to achieve brand loyalty. In this article, we are going to share the most important brand loyalty tactics you can use to maintain your loyal customers.

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How to Maximize Amazon Sales and Crush the Competition

With over 9 million sellers on Amazon, online marketplaces are more crowded than ever. Whether you’re looking to fine-tune prices in real-time or align strategies across channels, this guide provides the tools to understand how to maximize sales and secure a lasting competitive edge. Download now to transform your pricing strategy and drive holiday success.

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Amazon closes, cancels more warehouses as cost-cutting persists

Retail Dive

The e-commerce giant canceled, closed or delayed 99 facilities in its U.S. fulfillment network, according to a firm tracking the company. Amazon disputed its findings.

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How to Build a Customer Company Through Integration

Mulesoft

Learn how integrating your touchpoints throughout your customers' buying journeys will help you develop a true customer company. The post How to Build a Customer Company Through Integration first appeared on MuleSoft Blog.

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Aussie retailers and manufacturers ‘dangerously overstocked’

Inside Retail

Australian manufacturers are dangerously overstocked, carrying an average $231,700 in additional products or ingredients, according to research from inventory management software provider Unleashed. “You can’t blame Australian businesses for taking on extra stock while supply chains were lagging behind,” Unleashed head of product, Jarrod Adam, said.

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Half Price Books Implements New Solution to Tie Digital Ads to Store Traffic

Retail TouchPoints

Half Price Books has partnered with Reveal Mobile to utilize its geofencing and digital campaign measurement platform to optimize its marketing efforts. The retailer will tap into Reveal’s Visit Local solution to measure incrementality from paid social and programmatic campaigns, create and activate custom audiences based on places consumers shop and understand store-level analytics such as visitor volume, frequency and competitive analysis. “Visit Local will provide Half Price Books with

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Innovation Fest: Summer of AI

Join Bloomreach at Innovation Fest: Summer 2024, a virtual event, to explore the future of personalized marketing and merchandising! Along with the company’s top product experts, CEO Raj De Datta will provide an exclusive look at the company’s latest AI innovations reshaping the omnichannel experience. Don’t miss out on this exciting opportunity to connect with fellow industry leaders and explore the latest trends in retail technology.

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Moschino flagship store references the "history of ancient Italy"

Dezeen

Italian studio Andrea Tognon Architecture has collaborated with former Moschino creative director Jeremy Scott to renovate the brand's flagship store in Milan. Located on Via della Spiga, one of Milan's famed shopping streets, the store sits within the 18th-century Palazzo Perusati, which was recently transformed by real estate company Hines into a luxury retail development.

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e-Grocery, Sustainability, and In-store merchandising - Weekly Snacks #47

Tokinomo

Campaign Corner From farm to bag. Lay’s wants to show consumers that their chips are made out of real potatoes from local farms. In a new commercial, a female speaker informs us that Lay's potato chips are produced using genuine potatoes obtained from more than 100 farms across the United States. To demonstrate her claim, she starts placing flags bearing Lay's logo on a map, and each flag represents a specific farm she mentions.

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Bed Bath & Beyond plans another 1,300 layoffs

Retail Dive

The layoffs affect workers in the company’s New Jersey operations, including at its Harmon beauty unit, according to information filed with the state.

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How to Achieve Application Automation With MuleSoft RPA

Mulesoft

Automating applications can be a game changer for businesses, helping to save time and improve accuracy by eliminating repetitive manual tasks. With App Automation and MuleSoft RPA, you can interact with application elements directly through their XPaths without being affected by their appearance or position on the desktop. The post How to Achieve Application Automation With MuleSoft RPA first appeared on MuleSoft Blog.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

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.