Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 30, 2025

But recently, a lesser-known division of Gordon Brothers found itself in the spotlight when the company sold the iconic British brand Laura Ashley to brand management firm Marquee. The deal was managed by Gordon Brothers Brand Division, which had spent the previous four years revitalizing Laura Ashley after its 2020 bankruptcy.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 1, 2025

How Lalo is targeting young parents In 2017, Davidson and Wieder noticed their friends, many of whom were first-time parents, felt frustrated and lost when shopping for baby items. “Were also doubling down our efforts on beautiful products designed with purpose, longevity and sustainability in mind.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 23, 2025

Founded in 2017 by Junjie Zhang, who at 30 years old now finds himself a newly minted billionaire, Chagee emerged not as another sugary bubble tea vendor but as a disruptor of that very wave. Choose the tea leaf, and sugar percentage, and thats it, Ervin Yeo, commercial management, CapitalLand Investment China, wrote in a LinkedIn post.

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Inside Retail

MARCH 11, 2025

Noni B appeared to fare better under Alceon and Scott Evans who was appointed as CEO following the on-market takeover, but its financial results were flattered by the 2017 acquisition of the Pretty Girl Group and the 2018 purchase of five retail chains from Specialty Fashion Group. W Lane and BeMe brands.

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Inside Retail

DECEMBER 3, 2024

To put these numbers into perspective, that is more than double what US consumers spent online on Black Friday 2017, which drove US$5.03 There was sales growth over last year, although most of this was generated online rather than in stores,” Neil Saunders, managing director and retail analyst at GlobalData, observed.

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Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 1, 2025

I think we could also say that half the brands in retail today can’t clearly say what they stand for, what their brand values are and what that means to the consumer, added moderator Ndidi Oteh, Senior Managing Director and Head of the creative group Accenture Song Americas at Accenture.

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A1 Retail

MAY 2, 2025

Now officially part of UK legislation following Royal Assent, this landmark law introduces new obligations for the owners and operators of publicly accessible premises, with far-reaching implications for how properties are managed. Martyns Law introduces a new layer of legal duty for those who own or manage publicly accessible spaces.

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Retail Gazette

MAY 18, 2025

In 2017, it moved away from its iconic 1 price point to a multi-price format, with products now ranging between 50p and 5. However, up to 200 loss-making stores have been identified as potential closures under the terms of any prospective deal, according to reports in The Sunday Telegraph.

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Retail Gazette

JANUARY 26, 2025

In 2017, she took on the role of category director for fashion and beauty. Sainsbury’s will close its remaining cafs, hot food counters, patisserie, and pizza counters, and reduce senior management roles by an estimated 20%. Click here to sign up to Retail Gazettes free daily email newsletter

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Supermarket Grocer Fashion Customer Experience 105

Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 27, 2025

They can manage simple tasks like canceling orders, checking statuses and setting passwords. They are rapidly outpacing the one-dimensional linear chatbots of today. Ditching Robotic Replies for VIP Experiences The majority of todays chatbots are reactive. Peter Graf is the SVP of Strategy at Genesys.

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Retail Gazette

FEBRUARY 4, 2025

His arrival coincides with the departure of Poundland’s managing director Austin Cooke , who resigned from the business after seven years and more than a year since he took over from Williams. in the three months to 31 December and 3.6% in its most recent financial year.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 4, 2025

Williams notes that this provision, originally part of the 2017 Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, has been crucial for approximately 26 million small businesses in maintaining financial viability. “Running a business—especially a small one—is not for the faint of heart,” he reflected, highlighting the grit required to succeed.

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365 Retail

DECEMBER 20, 2024

Since 2017, Abaci has operated in the UK as an online retailer, occasionally running pop-ups at John Lewis in White City. Managed by Multi-Realm , LDO provides 265,000 sq ft of retail and leisure space, hosting 70 outlet stores alongside restaurants and coffee shops. With a footfall of 16.4

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A1 Retail

APRIL 24, 2025

Redemption Roasters was launched in 2017 by co-founders Max Dubiel and Ted Rosner, and the business employs former prisoners and offers barista and coffee technician training programmes. The last 18 months has seen Network Rail proactively evolve the retail mix across its 19 managed stations by introducing new brands and experiences.

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Retail TouchPoints

JANUARY 23, 2025

When we talked to [merchants] in 2016 and 2017, the immediate response was, Why on earth would I make returns easier? We have spent years managing our attrition down. Helping Retailers Reduce Returns Fraud Managing the reverse logistics of returns efficiently is very hard to do, Fehr said. That mindset is changing.

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Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 23, 2024

Marshall, who managed the retailer between 2017 and 2019, says that when he joined the garden centre chain its “biggest seller” was its 10-piece breakfast available in its restaurants. British Garden Centres development and project manager Amy Stubbs says the weather has played havoc on trading this year.

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Retail Gazette

MARCH 6, 2025

His arrival coincided with the departure of Poundland’s managing director Austin Cooke , who resigned from the business after seven years and more than a year since he took over from Williams. ” Williams had previously transformed the discount chain business during his time as managing director between 2017 and 2023.

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Returns Supermarket Grocer Management 59

Retail Gazette

DECEMBER 27, 2024

Back in 2017, Nike launched its Consumer Direct Offense, as it looked to expand its direct-to-consumer (DTC) business, and lower its reliance on wholesale accounts. It’s managed to become culturally relevant again. Major missteps Aside from the lack of innovation, other strategic missteps have been made.

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Wholesale Consumer Fashion Marketing 59

365 Retail

JANUARY 30, 2025

It follows Lidl having already raised 10 million for the NSPCC since the partnership began in 2017. Thanks to the incredible generosity of our colleagues and customers, weve managed to raise an astonishing 10 million for the NSPCC to date, but we want that figure to keep growing.

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Payment Services Supermarket Promotions ATS 59

Broad Reach Retail

MARCH 14, 2025

Our company originally acquired the property in August 2017 and has since executed a robust value-enhancement strategy, culminating in the propertys sale in January 2024. During our ownership, Wood River Plazas occupancy surged from 60.87% to 88.38%a a 45% increasereflecting Broad Reachs commitment to strategic leasing and asset optimization.

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Location Returns Shopping Management 52

Retail Gazette

JULY 4, 2025

Prior to Superdry, Slater served as head of buying at Dubai based retail firm Al-Futtaim from November 2017 to July 2019. Earlier this year, Superdry relaunched its Cult sub-brand , with a dedicated website and rebrands at its Oxford Street and White City stores.

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Fashion Promotions Management Shopping 66

Retail Prophet

APRIL 11, 2025

Not only does the private equity firm use these funds to acquire the target company, but they also charge investors a management fee, normally about 2 percent of the total value of the investment. About 80 percent of the funds used in leveraged buyouts typically come from private investors. So why do these deals fail?

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Payment Services Department Stores Fashion Management 40

Retail Gazette

JULY 18, 2025

Our strategy is to partner with management teams to improve the operating profitability and strategic value of their businesses,” it says on its website, adding that it provides “flexible capital structured for each investment to position companies to succeed”.

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Beauty and Health Returns Planning Marketing 66

Retail Dive

JULY 14, 2025

A smart home hub, like the company’s Dirigera, is required to add Matter-enabled products to a home setup. “Until now, smart home technology hasn’t been easy enough to use for most people, or affordable enough for many to consider,” David Granath, range manager at Ikea of Sweden, said in a statement.

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Department Stores Payment Services Markdowns Sporting Goods 59

Small Biz Trends

JULY 1, 2025

Tax Burden Takes Center Stage Hansen likens the stress of managing business taxes to climbing a mountain while carrying a heavy backpack. You’re strong and have the will to manage, but the weight is significant,” he explains. Imagine you’re climbing a mountain with a backpack full of heavy stones.

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Planning Management ATS Marketing 103

365 Retail

JUNE 5, 2025

Garden Town Vision: More Than Just New Homes A major turning point in Aylesbury’s evolution came in 2017, when it was designated as a Garden Town by the government. Importantly, much of this is being delivered in phases, meaning that growth is being managed carefully to avoid overwhelming existing services.

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Planning Marketing Fashion Management 52

Inside Retail

JULY 3, 2025

Dominant position in China Founded in 2017, Luckin Coffee grew faster than any coffee chain in China by stripping down the cafe experience to its essentials. There is never a best time to enter a new market, let alone the US,” said Lee Kok How, managing partner at Aora Group and lecturer at Singapore Management University.

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Inside Retail

MAY 8, 2025

Oroton went from voluntary administration in 2017 to getting back in the black in 2022, reclaiming its reputation as a fashion-forward brand. Understanding the customer, the opportunity and making bold moves to best capture both are critical. Australian designer brand Oroton could offer a blueprint for Cue to follow.

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Fashion Department Stores Apparel Consumer 147

Inside Retail

JUNE 10, 2025

billion in 2017. Australian project management software company Atlassian, whose primary product brands include Trello and Jira, spends $35 million annually backing the resurgent private-equity owned Williams team.

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Payment Services Advertising Fashion Accounting 130

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 17, 2025

Key Functionalities: Siri streamlines daily tasks, including hands-free communication, scheduling, entertainment management, and smart home control, making it an essential tool for increasing productivity. With its range of functionalities, you can manage various tasks more efficiently, ultimately driving business success.

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Small Biz Trends

JULY 8, 2025

Stablecoins for Stability: Utilize stablecoins to manage cash flow and simplify transactions in volatile markets, allowing for better financial planning and strategy. They simplify transactions in volatile markets and serve as effective tools for cash flow management in business automation.

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Payment Services Point of Sale Marketing Finance 68

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 13, 2025

Elon Musk assumed the CEO role in 2008, transitioning Tesla toward robust management necessary for growth. Significant improvements from Musk’s leadership and strategic vision led to advanced battery management systems and enhanced charging infrastructure.

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Marketing Consumer Planning Promotions 68

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 21, 2025

Launched in 2017, the Modobag’s price hovered around $1,295. With a single charge, it can travel 11 miles at speeds of 5 mph and 8 mph, proving especially beneficial for small business professionals managing tight schedules. Price and Value The pricing of the Modobag varies significantly from its initial launch to recent reports.

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Outdoor Accessories ATS Management 92

Small Biz Trends

JUNE 30, 2025

You gain access to a comprehensive franchise operations manual , ensuring that you manage your business effectively. Medication management : Helping seniors with medication reminders to ensure proper adherence. As a franchisee, you benefit from established brand recognition and a supportive franchise network.

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Marketing Returns Planning Management 81

Retail TouchPoints

APRIL 6, 2022

Channel management platform Productsup has raised more than $70 million in Series B funding to advance its product development and M&A activity as it continues to expand globally. Nordwind Capital, which initially invested in the company in 2017, will retain its majority stake after the transaction. .

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Inside Retail

JUNE 4, 2023

Coles says it has provisioned a further $25 million to cover possible underpayments to the salaried management staff of its retail businesses as it continues an internal probe into its payroll. In late 2021, the Fair Work Ombudsman said it believed Coles had underpaid thousands of salaried employees by $115 million since 2017.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 22, 2024

Flawless execution of fulfillment operations is the baseline for competing in the marketplace, and traditional warehouse management systems (WMS) can’t keep up. That’s where a modern fulfillment management system (FMS) steps in to meet both internal and external needs. Does keeping up with seasonal fluctuations stress your operations?

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Fulfillment Management Shipping Supply Chain Management 277