Tokinomo
JULY 18, 2023
The retail industry is rapidly evolving and technology has an important role to play in this. Since 80% of retail sales happen in-store, brick-and-mortar retail needed to find ways to get shoppers’ attention and keep them engaged.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 17, 2023
Connecting the world of physical objects into a smart network, IoT technology brings new business opportunities for retailers and provides data-driven insights for decision-makers. According to Grand View Research , the global IoT retail market was valued at $42.38 billion in 2022 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 28.4% from 2023 to 2030. The statistics show that more and more retail businesses are implementing IoT solutions to explore new ways of connecting with customers, boost sales and st
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Wiser
JULY 18, 2023
The Fourth of July is a time for celebration in the U.S., and this year was no different. People around the country enjoyed barbecues, fireworks shows, parades, and more as they celebrated America’s Independence Day. But what many people don’t realize is that behind all the fun and festivities are insights to be gleaned from shopper purchase data. Customer behavior is constantly changing and evolving, making it essential for brands and retailers to keep up with the latest trends.
Retail Dive
JULY 17, 2023
Cosmetics and beauty products can create a lot of waste, leading to renewed interest in reusable and refillable options. But designing those options, and ensuring that consumers will adapt to them, is a complex task.
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RIS News
JULY 18, 2023
Sam’s Club announced additional features for its Sam’s Club Member Access Platform (MAP), including targeting, usability, and design features to benefit omnichannel advertisers.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 19, 2023
Walmart will offer “sensory-friendly” hours for customers with sensory disabilities on designated days throughout the back-to-school shopping season. Every Saturday for the rest of July and all of August, from 8 a.m. to 10 a.m. local time, most Walmart stores will feature a quieter shopping environment, with store lights dimmed, music turned off and any screens with moving pictures switched over to a stationary image.
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365 Retail
JULY 19, 2023
Grosvenor has announced that women’s active streetwear brand, Red Run, is set to open its flagship store at Liverpool ONE. Trading from 1,400 sq ft on Manesty’s Lane, Red Run Liverpool ONE will open in autumn and stock the brand’s range of versatile, comfortable and high quality active streetwear for women, including exclusive collections and limited edition pieces.
Inside Retail
JULY 20, 2023
For medium-to-large retailers, it’s mission-critical to understand the dynamics between consumers and the brands they love. This understanding is key to developing growth strategies to resonate with target markets, as different customer cohorts each have their own distinct relationships with brands – variously prioritising factors such as price, quality, and a shared sense of purpose.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 21, 2023
Macy’s has unveiled the first of four new private label brands it plans to roll out through 2025 as the department store reimagines its private label offerings. The new brand, called On 34th in homage to the location of the brand’s historic NYC flagship, features apparel and accessories “designed for women, by women.” With On 34th and the three other new brands it plans to introduce, Macy’s is aiming to make its private label offerings more “customer-centric,” the company said in a statement.
Tokinomo
JULY 18, 2023
Campaign corner Peculiar mural. Planters introduces its new line of flavored cashew snacks with an “interesting” commercial. In the video, a man is taken aback when he lays eyes on the mural his wife has chosen to create on the nursery wall for their baby. Instead of the previously agreed-upon elephant, the soon-to-be mother has opted to paint a pickle with human-like features, gently holding a Planters cashew in its embrace.
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Retail Wire
JULY 20, 2023
Quiznos is making a comeback by bringing back its creepy corporate mascots, the Spongmonkeys, in a new digital ad campaign. The Spongmonkeys, which last appeared in 2005, were featured in an ad where one sings while the other plays the guitar. Quiznos is trying to regain its former glory after facing financial troubles that led.
Inside Retail
JULY 19, 2023
Toymaker Zuru has lost a trademark case against Danish toy company Lego regarding the packaging of its Max Build More products. Zuru began selling its Max Build More building bricks in 2018 and put a statement on its packaging saying the bricks were compatible with Lego’s ones. After Lego took exception to this and prompted retailer The Warehouse to withdraw the products from sale, Zuru replaced the statement with a notice stating its products were “compatible with major brands”.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 21, 2023
Coach has unveiled a new Coachtopia store experience in New York City’s SoHo. The pop-up, which is inspired by the circular-focused sub-brand that launched earlier this year, is designed to bring the “imaginative and playful spirit” of today’s consumer into a unique space that also represents the Coachtopia brand. Located on the bottom floor of the Coach SoHo store, the Coachtopia pop-up features architectural elements that aim to highlight the brand’s circular design philosophy.
Intelligence Node
JULY 20, 2023
Market Comparison Between Two Premier Retail Giants In the original report, Intelligence Node compared two of the largest departmental stores in the US- Macy’s & Kohl’s. Both these retailers have. The post An In-Depth Data Analysis of Macy’s and Kohl’s Retail Competitiveness appeared first on Blog.
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Retail Wire
JULY 19, 2023
David’s Bridal, the largest bridal retailer in the U.S., has experienced a tumultuous journey from its founding in 1950 to its recent second bankruptcy filing. The company initially thrived by offering affordable wedding dresses but faced challenges as the bridal industry evolved and online shopping became popular. David’s Bridal attempted to appeal to higher-end brides.
Inside Retail
JULY 19, 2023
It’s been a long road for Australian uniform brand Cargo Crew, but a recent agreement with Glow Capital Partners marks a significant milestone for the brand as it seeks to become a global powerhouse. As part of the arrangement, Glow obtained 51 per cent ownership of Cargo Crew, with the brand retaining full management control. Initially bootstrapped from a $2000 tax return , the family-owned brand was founded by Felicity Rodgers, who runs it with her sister Narelle Craig and husband Paul Rodger
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 21, 2023
Since its launch on July 5, Threads has taken the media world by storm. To say the reviews have been mixed would be an understatement: some have called it a “Twitter killer” while others have called it a mere copy-cat. But folks on both sides of the aisle rushed to see what the hype was all about, and the platform gained a staggering 10 million signups in the first seven hours of launch, and 100 million users in just five days.
Retail Gazette
JULY 21, 2023
Superdry has revealed it is in the midst of shutting eight of its 104 UK stores this year. The closures come after the owner of eight Superdry branches decided to close its operations. However, the clothing retailer stressed that the moved was not related to its cost-cutting measures revealed earlier in 2023. A Superdry spokesperson explained: “We can confirm that eight stores operated by our franchisee under licence from Superdry, are in the process of closing. “The majority of Supe
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Retail Wire
JULY 19, 2023
The new flagship Babies R Us store, located at the American Dream megamall in New Jersey, has been unveiled by the brand’s new owners, WHP Global. The store is designed to showcase the revived brand while offering a wide range of baby products, such as car seats, strollers, furniture, and clothing. WHP Global plans to.
Inside Retail
JULY 19, 2023
On day one of the Online Retailer 2023 conference, industry leaders came together to share insights into what the next stage of e-commerce will look like. With the Covid-19 online shopping boom having slowed, and physical retail back in fashion, e-commerce is no longer the primary focus for many businesses – but that’s not to say there aren’t opportunities for growth.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 21, 2023
Flat. Boring. Uninspiring. These are words often used to describe ecommerce sites, despite the rapid evolution of digital technology. “There’s nothing special about ecommerce,” said Matt Maher, Founder of M7 Innovations in an interview with Retail TouchPoints. “As people go back to stores, they get to flex that shopping muscle again, but most of ecommerce is just a means to an end.
Shopping Center
JULY 21, 2023
Pocatello, Idaho — Kidder Matthews has brokered the sale of Pocatello Square, a 138,064-square-foot shopping center located in Pocatello. Tenants at the property, which was built in 2006 and fully leased… The post Kidder Matthews Brokers Sale of 139,064-Square-Foot Shopping Center in Pocatello, Idaho appeared first on Shopping Center Business.
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Retail Wire
JULY 17, 2023
Wedding gown retailer David’s Bridal has been approved by a U.S. bankruptcy judge to sell its business to asset manager Cion Investment Corp in a no-cash transaction, allowing the company to avoid a total shutdown and keep 195 stores open. The sale will also help David’s Bridal reduce its overall debt from $256.9 million to.
Inside Retail
JULY 18, 2023
Beauty brand Trinny London has expanded its retail offering by opening two new pop-ups in Australia. The company’s latest pop-up store has opened in Perth’s Karrinyup Shopping Centre while another opened in Sydney’s Westfield Warringah Mall. The brand already operates permanent concessions at Sydney’s Westfield Bondi Junction and Westfield Doncaster in Melbourne.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 21, 2023
Walmart has introduced Walmart+ Assist for customers receiving government assistance, providing memberships for half the regular fee: $6.47 per month or $49 per year. The program is available to both new and existing Walmart+ members, and the latter group will receive a prorated fee when they sign up for the program. The retailer is using SheerID to verify members’ status and eligibility for the discount.
Retail Gazette
JULY 21, 2023
In case you missed it, we’ve been living in a Barbie world for a while now. Barbie owner Mattel has ensured that everyone’s world has turned pink by the time the highly anticipated movie starring Margot Robbie and Ryan Gosling finally hits the big screen. The group has forged more than 100 partnerships with everyone from big brands including Zara and Primark to even the unlikeliest of names, such as Burger King and Uno.
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Hyken
JULY 17, 2023
Top Takeaways: Employee experience is the new customer experience. It goes beyond a diverse, inclusive, and equitable workforce. It is also about company culture, training, work environment, and how an organization supports growth that plays into how people think about a brand. Many people in diverse workforces report being discriminated against. According to Deloitte’s State of Inclusion survey , nearly 2/3 of workers have experienced bias in the workplace, and 40% experience bias at leas
Inside Retail
JULY 18, 2023
Woolworths Group is to rebrand its chain of 194 Countdown stores in New Zealand under the Woolworths name. The rebranding is part of a $370 million, three-year transformation plan for the company which will see older stores revamped and an upgraded customer loyalty program. In a statement, the company said the rebranding was to create “a name well known locally given the brand’s long history in the country”.
Retail TouchPoints
JULY 20, 2023
Lowe’s and Petco are expanding their store-in-store pilot program, which launched in February 2022 , from 15 locations to nearly 300 by year-end. The expansion will focus on rural communities and is part of Lowe’s broader rural strategy of tailoring its assortment in up to 300 stores to include everything needed for farm and home. Petco store-in-stores at Lowe’s feature a range of products, from nutrition and supplies to flea and tick solutions, and include both Petco private brands
Retail Gazette
JULY 18, 2023
Hotter Shoes has been rescued by natural knitwear brand WoolOvers in a pre-pack administration deal. The sale will see all 421 employees as well as 27 stores and concessions transferred to the privately owned fashion brand. It is understood that the pre-pack sale will allow owner Unbound to stay out of insolvency proceedings while its board considers its options for the future.
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