Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Rent the Runway will lay off nearly one-quarter of its corporate employees as it seeks to deal with a decrease in active subscriptions in fiscal Q2 2022, which ended July 31, 2022, compared to fiscal Q1. Active subscribers decreased from approximately 135,000 to 124,000 , and the number of paused subscriptions increased from around 42,000 to 49,000.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Australian retailers generally fared well over the last 18 months during the Covid-19 pandemic, despite temporary store closures as part of government-imposed lockdowns, although headwinds may be on the horizon. Inflationary pressure on consumer discretionary spending, supply chain disruptions and elevated inventory levels, which tie up a retailers’ net working capital, are set to create the perfect storm for retailers that do not have a strategy in place to ensure they are well positioned for t
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Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
JCPenney has launched a new lifestyle collection inspired by 159-year-old bootmaker and western apparel brand Frye. The full Frye and Co. men’s and women’s collection is available at JCPenney.com, while footwear and accessories will be sold in 300 of JCPenney’s stores. The apparel can be found at 150 of the retailer’s U.S. locations. As the retailer aims to become more inclusive overall, JCPenney released boots, bags and apparel in an array of sizes up to a women’s 3X and men’s big and tall opti
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Retail and hospitality businesses will soon be able to draw on external expertise in their quest to reach net-zero emissions after the Australian Retailers Association (ARA) forged a partnership with clean-tech start-up Greener. . The two parties will co-design a digital solution called Greener Business tailored to help small businesses understand and prioritise the steps they can take to reduce their carbon footprint.
Speaker: Jason Cottrell and Gireesh Sahukar
Retailers know the clock is ticking–legacy SAP Commerce support ends in 2026. Legacy platforms are becoming a liability burdened by complexity, rigidity, and mounting operational costs. But modernization isn’t just about swapping out systems, it’s about preparing for a future shaped by real-time interactions, AI powered buying assistants, and flexible commerce architecture.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Photo courtesy of Dave & Buster’s. Photo courtesy of Dave & Buster’s. Dave & Buster’s has partnered with Coca-Cola to introduce Game & Go MicroMarket, a small market-style retail space featuring a frictionless checkout process powered by technology from Zippin, in Hollywood, Fla. For fabrication and development within the space, the partners tapped The Central Group when designing the micromarket.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Fashion designer Daniel Avakian has made his first appearance at the prestigious New York Fashion Week. . His namesake brand choose its latest collection, ‘Tears in the Rain’, which was inspired by the 1982 film Blade Runner and features 3D-technology integrations. The designer said he updated a digital version of the collection, originally showcased at the AfterPay Australian Fashion Week in Sydney in May. . “The Tears in the Rain show ushers in a brave new and fashion-relevant technologi
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Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Peter Rabbit apparel will now be sold in new territories globally as part of a fresh licencing deal with Penguin Ventures. Penguin Ventures – the licensing arm at Penguin Random House – has announced a worldwide series of partnerships on behalf of the brand’s owner, Frederick Warne?& Co. Australian retailer Cotton On will launch a women’s sleepwear collection across Australia, New Zealand, South Africa and Brazil in 387 stores by the end of February and online by March, under its Body
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The Kroger Co. ‘s retail media advertising business, Kroger Precision Marketing (KPM) , has teamed up with sell-side advertising platform Magnite to expand its media offerings into the realm of connected and online TV. Through the new partnership, KPM’s first-party data is now available to be packaged with Magnite’s omnichannel advertising inventory, which has a heavy emphasis on connected TV (CTV) but spans a range of digital formats including display and online video as well.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
More than five years after Vicinity Centres first kicked off its $660 million makeover of Chadstone shopping centre , the so-called “fashion capital” is continuing to expand its footprint and evolve its offering to meet the changing needs of shoppers. The Social Quarter, a 10,000sqm dining and entertainment precinct that is opening this summer to the tune of $71.3 million, is just the latest example of this. .
Tokinomo
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Campaign scoop. Hard I Dew. Ever loved a beverage so much that you want to marry it? Well, Hard MTN Dew gives you that possibility. For their latest campaign, the boozy beverage is inviting single people to sign in on the website. The winner will get married with a can of Hard MTN Dew in Las Vegas. No, the marriage is not legally binding.
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Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Temple of the Sun is a fine jewellery brand specialising in gold necklaces, earrings, rings and bracelets. Founded in Byron Bay in 2014, it has gained a cult following for its unique designs inspired by history, archaeology and ancient symbolism. Here, we speak with co-founder Darren Gallant about the growth of the fine jewellery market in recent years, the look and feel of the brand’s studio and store in Byron Bay and its plans to expand into Sydney, Melbourne and Brisbane in the near future.
Retail TouchPoints
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
In the spirit of self-reflection and growth, I’ve been challenging my own assumptions, biases and convictions in the wake of the pandemic, especially regarding my work in marketing. It’s made me wonder: Do we always have to “put a stake in the ground” and set exactly what we stand for, or can we grow into it? Can we make the brand a “living” thing that evolves into a precise and accurate point of view as consumers interact and tell us what they prefer when it comes to retail transactions?
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Sustainability has become a top priority for investors and consumers concerned about the looming climate crisis – and the fashion industry, one of the leading creators of global emissions, is increasingly focused on portraying its green cred. According to the United Nations Environment Programme , fashion accounts for up to 10 per cent of global carbon dioxide output – more than international flights and shipping combined.
Mulesoft
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The pandemic changed the entire business landscape over a short time period. Customers now expect digital experiences by default. Leaders expect data at their fingertips. Employees expect to work remotely. How did everyone’s expectations change so quickly? There were a number of factors. The urgency of the pandemic gave most companies clear priorities, business and […].
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Category Management is a cornerstone of a successful retail strategy. While it promotes collaboration between manufacturers and retailers to optimize category performance, challenges persist in its effective implementation due to hurdles in communication and collaboration across teams and partners, and more. In this guide, we outline five essential strategies for success in 2025 that will touch on all the essential pieces of a successful strategy and implementation.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Next Thursday, September 22, will be a “one-off” public holiday to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II following her recent passing. The public holiday was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday , only 11 days before the National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty the Queen. Such a sudden change could reportedly cost the economy as much as $1.5 billion, with many business groups raising concerns about the potential disruptions with store closures and staff scheduling challenges.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Americans are expecting the rate of inflation to fall in the near and longer term, according to a report from the Federal Reserve Bank of New York. The median expectation in August for the one- and three-year inflation rate fell to 5.7 percent and 2.8 percent, compared to 6.2 percent and 3.2 percent in July.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Sydney Fish Market has launched an online seafood marketplace called SFMblue aimed at improving seafood trading using technology. The website connects seafood suppliers with buyers across the eastern seaboard, offering flexible payment methods and transparency with market pricing and supply. One feature, Reverse Marketplace, allows customers to submit a request to suppliers if they can’t find a specific product they are looking for and accept bids in return.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Rent the Runway said it will reduce its corporate workforce by 24 percent as it seeks to align its overhead with revenues. Jenn Hyman, cofounder and CEO of Rent the Runway, said the move is necessary to enable the company to achieve “profitability at much lower revenue numbers.”.
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Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Next Thursday, September 22, will be a “one-off” public holiday to commemorate Queen Elizabeth II following her recent passing. The public holiday was announced by Prime Minister Anthony Albanese on Sunday , only 11 days before the National Day of Mourning for Her Majesty the Queen. Such a sudden change could reportedly cost the economy as much as $1.5 billion, with many business groups raising concerns about the potential disruptions with store closures and staff scheduling challenges.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Deloitte expects that Americans will spend four to six percent more on Christmas shopping this year than in 2021 as higher prices cool consumer demand. Apparel, gift cards and toys are expected to be big sellers this year. “If there are fewer gift purchases by consumers, expect to see even more holiday promotions than ever,” Deloitte analysts wrote in the report.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Singaporean premium furniture brand Cellini has always been devoted to good design. In fact, the brand was named after Benvenuto Cellini, a 16th century sculptor and goldsmith who lived in Florence, Italy. It was Cellini’s famous bronze sculpture, Perseus with the Head of Medusa, that so awed the brand’s founder, Tan Cheng Whatt, a metallurgist, that it drove him to create his first furniture collection in the artist’s name.
Cisco Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
It’s been just over 14 months since we introduced the Cisco UCS X-Series to great fanfare and acclaim. Appropriately enough, the X-Series unveiling ceremony was part of a “Future of Cloud” event as it is computing platform that I believe will redefine hybrid cloud infrastructure for the next decade. The customer adoption trends for the X-Series proves that our optimism was well-placed.
Speaker: David Worrell, CFO, Author & Speaker
Your financial statements hold powerful insights—but are you truly paying attention? Many finance professionals focus on the income statement while overlooking key signals hidden in the balance sheet and cash flow statement. Understanding these numbers can unlock smarter decision-making, uncover risks, and drive long-term success. Join David Worrell, accomplished CFO, finance expert, and author, for an engaging, nontraditional take on reading financial statements.
Retail Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The regional sporting goods specialist at its height had 230 stores. After a series of deals and tribulations, it’s winding down to zero.
Mulesoft
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
We are counting down the days until the MuleSoft, Salesforce, Slack, and Tableau communities can reunite at Dreamforce 2022 both in-person and virtually, Sept 20-22. We have amazing sessions, live streams, and community activities planned for you all. Learn more about making the most of your Dreamforce 2022 experience below! Please note all times listed […].
Retail Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The two new execs will oversee key functions as the DTC brand charts its growth path.
Small Biz Trends
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
In this post, we’ll explore 15 different franchise financing options for small business owners. So whether you’re looking for a traditional loan or something more creative, there’s sure to be an option that’s perfect for you. Let’s get started! What Is Franchising? Franchising allows entrepreneurs to own and operate their own businesses with the support of a larger, more established company.
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AI adoption is reshaping sales and marketing. But is it delivering real results? We surveyed 1,000+ GTM professionals to find out. The data is clear: AI users report 47% higher productivity and an average of 12 hours saved per week. But leaders say mainstream AI tools still fall short on accuracy and business impact. Download the full report today to see how AI is being used — and where go-to-market professionals think there are gaps and opportunities.
Retail Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Inflation is projected to impact consumer spending overall, while e-commerce sales are expected to grow more this season according to Deloitte.
Inside Retail
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Global food retailer PepsiCo has announced its ambition to make healthier, more sustainably made products moving forward. The business has put forward a plan to have a third of its snack range, which includes a number of big-name brands such as Doritos, Smith’s Chips and Red Rock Deli, achieve a health star rating of 3.5 or above by 2030. By putting health and sustainability at the centre of how the business sources ingredients and makes and sells its products, PepsiCo hopes to help customers ma
Retail Dive
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
The news follows a year of executive changes and widening net losses for the home gym brand.
Retail Wire
SEPTEMBER 13, 2022
Consumer prices were 0.1 percent higher in August than in July as food prices rose 11.4 percent and the price of gasoline continued to fall.
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