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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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.

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Inside Retail

JULY 21, 2023

It’s a cold early morning at Dongdaemun Design Plaza in Seoul, yet hundreds come out dressed to the nines in hopes of getting snapped by the international street photographers that have descended in South Korea. A few of them are attending Seoul Fashion Week inside the plaza but many are just everyday people looking for an opportunity to show off their personal style.

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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.

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Speaker: Loreal Lynch, 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.

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Inside Retail

JULY 21, 2023

Australian athleisure and streetwear brand P.E Nation has this week launched a revitalised menswear collection, with the aim of creating the “non-negotiable, most trained-in items in a guy’s wardrobe”, and has hinted at future store launches. The new collection largely consists of everyday training gear, rounded out by hoodies, sweats, and spray jackets, featuring the business’ new Airform fabric, which utilises a “micro-waffle” texture for advanced airflow and a fast-dry feel.

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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.

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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.

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Costco plans to build the world’s largest warehouse in Fresno, California, spanning 241,342 square feet, surpassing the current record held by a location in Salt Lake City, Utah. However, not all the space will be accessible to shoppers, as about 47,000 square feet will be dedicated to e-commerce fulfillment, an area where Costco has been.

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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.

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Adidas is seeking $75 million from Kanye West, claiming that the rapper “mishandled” funds earmarked for marketing the Yeezy collection. The dispute arises from a marketing fund worth $100 million per year, with Adidas alleging that $75 million was placed into two Yeezy bank accounts and used for unauthorized purposes. Kanye West previously stated that.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 21, 2023

Schnuck Markets has extended its partnership with Instacart to introduce Caper Carts, which use AI and computer vision to automatically identify items shoppers put into them, allowing shoppers to then skip the line and check out using the cart technology. The supermarket retailer will roll out the smart carts at select St. Louis Schnucks stores this fall, with a broader rollout planned for later this year.

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Kroger, the largest supermarket chain in the U.S., has partnered with Mark Cuban’s Cost Plus Drugs to offer generic prescription drugs at its pharmacies. Patients using Cost Plus Drugs can now pick up their prescriptions at 2,000 Kroger locations, expanding access to affordable medications. Cost Plus Drugs purchases drugs directly from manufacturers and ships them.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 21, 2023

When lottery winners win major jackpots, we often wonder — where did they buy their ticket? How did they win? We’ve all sat and watched the local news in awe at winners standing in front of local gas stations with an oversized check. We ask ourselves — what kind of lottery ticket or scratch-off did they buy, and how can I play to have a chance to be next?

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Amazon is expanding its palm payment technology, Amazon One, to all Whole Foods stores in the U.S. by the end of 2023. The tech, already in use at nearly half of the Whole Foods locations, allows customers to make payments by hovering their palm over an Amazon One device, eliminating the need for wallets or.

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Speaker: David Azoulay, Marc Stracuzza, Román Tejada, and Guest Speaker Sucharita Kodali

Imagine a retail landscape where every interaction is personalized, every decision informed, and every opportunity maximized 🤔✨ Join us for an exploratory journey into the heart of AI-driven retail innovation. We’ll unveil the transformative potential of AI and data analytics in shaping the future of omnichannel personalization and e-commerce.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 21, 2023

Photo courtesy of Pacsun Photo courtesy of Pacsun Photo courtesy of Pacsun Photo courtesy of Pacsun Photo courtesy of Pacsun Photo courtesy of Pacsun Youth lifestyle brand Pacsun has opened a new retail format dedicated to and named after its new activewear collection, PAC1980. The collection launched earlier this year and was an immediate success, with several styles selling out.

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Waffle House workers in South Carolina have taken a stand against the frequent violence and security concerns they face while working at the restaurant chain. Unionized under the newly formed Union of Southern Service Workers, the employees have demanded better security staffing, wages, scheduling, and workplace conditions. The Union plans to continue outreach efforts to.

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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 21, 2023

Ride-hailing app inDrive, known for allowing customers to haggle with drivers for ride fares, is reentering the U.S. market after testing in New York City in 2018. The Siberia-based company is launching its service in greater Miami, aiming to attract both drivers and passengers who seek alternatives to surge pricing and algorithms. InDrive operates in.

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Understanding the intricate world of Point-of-Sale (POS) technology is a common challenge for tech buyers. When it comes to defining the functions of Point-of-Sale systems, the communications have yet to be standardized–—until now. Forrester’s new report, Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions, breaks through the noise and provides business leaders with the information and tools they need to evaluate the features of POS systems.

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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 21, 2023

Cell-cultivated meat companies are expected to attract new investment after receiving regulatory approval for their products’ sale, but investors and major food companies note that the sector must scale up and lower costs to compete with conventional meat effectively. Startups in the sector have developed technology to grow meat from harvested animal cells, aiming to.

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Retail Gazette

JULY 21, 2023

John Lewis has extended its same day delivery service to Manchester, Leeds and Birmingham after “initial success in London.” The service, which launched in the capital last August allows customers to order an item online by 10am for delivery between 7pm and 10pm the same evening. All deliveries to customers are made by fully electric vehicles operated by carrier company Stuart.

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Retail Wire

JULY 21, 2023

Blackstone Inc, a leading manager of alternative investments, has achieved a major milestone by becoming the first firm in its industry to reach $1 trillion in assets, three years ahead of its initial goal. However, the achievement was accompanied by a 39% drop in second-quarter distributable earnings due to a decline in asset sales amid.

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Speaker: Jennifer Wright, Michael Scholz, Jasmin Guthmann, and Scott Canney

Digital transformation in retail is so much more than new technology. You need to get your whole organization, from entry-level workers to executives, on board with the new tech, new skills, and culture changes that digital transformation brings. Leading this mindset shift can be a daunting task… but that’s where this webinar comes in! Join our panel of experts as they guide you through the challenges of digital transformation, preparing you to avoid common mistakes and make the most of incredib

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Shopping Center

JULY 21, 2023

Inglewood, Calif. — Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas will open a 55,137-square-foot theater at Hollywood Park, a mixed-use development currently underway in Inglewood. Scheduled to open this month and dubbed Cinépolis Luxury Cinemas… The post Cinépolis to Open 55,137-Square-Foot Theater in Inglewood, California appeared first on Shopping Center Business.

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Cisco Retail

JULY 21, 2023

Founded more than 25 years ago , Cisco Networking Academy continues to be one of the longest-standing IT skills-to-jobs programs of its kind, in the world.

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RIS News

JULY 21, 2023

The first annual GroceryTech event gathered grocery and technology executives for three days of networking, education, and fun. See photos that emerged from the captivating event.

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Shopify

JULY 21, 2023

A complete guide to inventory control in retail. Learn what inventory control is, why it’s important, methods, challenges, and best practices.

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Did you know—74% of IT leaders are looking to improve their tech stack to offer better personalization? It’s impossible to ignore the importance of personalization, but it comes with challenges. How do you do it with a tight budget? What about customer privacy and the use of data? The Personalization Playbook is packed with research and insights from Orium, Talon.One, and Bloomreach and gives IT leaders answers to these tough questions, helping them shape 2024 strategies for personalization.

Retail Dive

JULY 21, 2023

Peloton, HomeGoods and Old Navy, along with most apparel and department stores, will be among the hardest hit, according to Earnest Analytics.

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Retail Customer Experience

JULY 21, 2023

By all accounts, its own and industry watchers, Amazon Prime Day 2023 was a resounding success for Amazon, its third-party sellers and consumers seeking a bargain.

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Cisco Retail

JULY 21, 2023

In today’s rapidly evolving market, companies are increasingly leveraging technology to create business value and agility.

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Retail Dive

JULY 21, 2023

The DTC skin care brand’s partnership with the beauty retailer, which first began in November, adds to its growing roster of wholesale accounts.

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Speaker: Shaunna Bruton - Associate Director of Product Strategy at Orium | Sam Panzer - Director of Industry Strategy at Talon.One | Frank Passantino - Director of Product Management at Bloomreach

More and more, customers are expecting a better personalized CX. But can retailers actually deliver? Data from McKinsey shows that companies that excel in personalization increase their revenue by 40%, but despite these numbers, retailers struggle to implement customer personalization strategies. So what are the potential solutions? Join us to gain a better understanding of the current retail landscape and learn what you can do to translate personalization strategies into practical implementatio

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