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Online only supermarket Geezy Go launches in Sydney

Inside Retail

New on-demand food and grocery service Geezy Go has launched a digital supermarket serving Sydney, aiming to compete with Woolworths and Coles. . The online supermarket offers an under 20-minute delivery service, promising products priced similar to or lower than its rivals. The e-commerce store houses a comprehensive range of local and branded food and grocery products, ranging from plant-based food, pantry & staples, pharmacy to cleaning supplies. .

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The rising risk of illicit products

Retail Dive

Fraudulent, often hazardous products, pose significant risks for both consumers as well as the marketplaces that host them and facilitate transitions.

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Revised leasing code of conduct splits landlords, retailers

Inside Retail

As called for by several industry associations in recent weeks the NSW Government has reinstated the Leasing Code of Conduct in order to further protect businesses from the difficulties of an ever-extending lockdown, with premier Gladys Berejiklian now hinting the state could remain locked down until at least November. “This is a time when all of us have to take stock and take the situation for what it is,” Berejiklian said on Sunday.

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Why it works: digital signage solutions can significantly improve CX in modern retail

Retail Times

Customers have become digitally savvy and want nothing but an omni-channel retail experience. As a modern retailer, you should be looking to invest in a digital signage solution that provides information, wayfinding, and selling your products without doing anything. If you use your digital signage displays well by tailoring them and ensuring they are flexible to your customers' wishes, you can rest assured your business will be headed in the right direction.

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Get MACH Ready: Preparing Your Business for Digital Transformation

Adopting MACH technology means more than implementing new platforms. This type of digital change affects your organization at every level and requires a thoughtful approach to navigate challenges that crop up. The Get MACH Ready report, co-authored by MACH Alliance member Scott Canney in collaboration with Orium, commercetools, and Contentstack, will provide you with strategies to prepare your organization for a digital transformation.

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Exclusive: PAS Group to relaunch Italian denim brand Replay in ANZ

Inside Retail

PAS Group has signed an exclusive agreement with Italy’s Fashion Box Group to relaunch the denim brand Replay in Australia and New Zealand. New concept stores, wholesale distribution and an online shopping site are set to roll out early next year. . The news comes as PAS Group appoints former Crumpler and Tigerlily CEO Adam Wilkinson to the newly created role of head of new business, reflecting an increased focus on expanding its portfolio of over 15 brands and licenses.

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Getting Gift Merchandise Out the Door at Museum Shops

SGN Magazine

By Karen Appold. There are many reasons why visitors buy gifts for someone else when traveling. They may want to get something for a loved one who couldn’t make the trip. Or, they want to buy something for someone who is helping out while they’re away, such as a pet or house sitter. Even though they may not have intended to buy a gift for a certain person, a visitor may be tempted to do so if they know someone would love a certain item.

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2021 IVC First Place: “Superette” (Food and Beverages/Consumables)

VMS

A T FIRST GLANCE, you may think you’ve walked into a retro mom-and-pop convenience store upon entering Superette. But don’t let looks fool you – this uniquely merchandised cannabis dispensary features the aesthetic of a traditional neighborhood corner shop supported by a notable visual journey. To help remove the stigma around cannabis shopping, Superette aimed to create a version of a dispensary with a highly curated menu of accessories and products communicated in a lighthearted and whimsical,

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JB Hi-Fi investing in work culture, sustainability following record year

Inside Retail

JB Hi-Fi has delivered another strong year despite the continuation of lockdowns and trading restrictions, with total sales rising 12.6 per cent to $8.9 billion and net profit for the year hitting $506 million – a 67.4 per cent growth. Unsurprisingly, the business’ online sales also jumped 78.1 per cent to $1.06 billion in a year where most customers were more comfortable than ever before ordering online.

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Inditex Retail Space Turnaround: adapting to omnichannel

Fashion Retail

According to RBC Capital Markets Insights, European General Retail Apparel space reductions easing. We perceive early signs of space reductions in the sector easing off, as rentals reduce and stores remain an integral part of retailers’ omnichannel offers. RBC thinks this could be helpful for valuation multiples in the sector. Retailers continue to improve the … More Inditex Retail Space Turnaround: adapting to omnichannel.

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Retail to shut as Darwin, Katherine enter lockdown

Inside Retail

The Greater Darwin and Katherine regions of the Northern Territory are entering a snap three-day lockdown as of midday Monday after a positive case was detected. The Australian Capital Territory and Victoria will also extend their lockdowns by a further two weeks, as cases continue to spread. Supermarkets may remain open in the NT regions, but all other stores must close for the duration and can only utilise click-and-collect where safe, signaling more hurt for the business community amid tradin

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How Retailers Are Transforming Customer Experiences with Data & AI

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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shopt launches Staycation campaign to boost retailer sales

Retail Times

*shopt, the number one cash rewards app for convenience retailers, has launched a new Staycation campaign to boost retailer sales in the weeks ahead, with one in three Brits choosing to holiday in the UK this year.

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Beyond the beach: Richard Facioni outlines plans for Surfstitch

Inside Retail

Data shows the rapid increase in online shopping that defined the first year of the global pandemic has started to fade, as the novelty of lockdowns wears off and government stimuluses run out, and online retailers that once enjoyed record highs are now working harder to drive sales. While Australia’s monthly NAB Online Retail Sales Index grew in May and June, it was at a slower rate than the same months last year, and it followed a period of contraction in February, March and April.

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August/September 2021

SGN Magazine

Special Feature: Retail Expert Q & A – A Conversation with Industry Veteran Tom Park. The Smoky Mountain Gift Show Section. Show-Supplied Editorial. Gifts of All Stripes Sell Solidly at Country and Variety Stores. How customers are finding all types of gifts at country and variety stores. Bonus Sidebar: It’s a Wrap – Trends in Wrap and Bows.

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Sweet dreams: How lifestyle brand Ettitude is taking the world to bed

Inside Retail

Inside Retail : You’re based in the US with part of the company right now, while the other part is located in Australia. From your perspective, what’s it like operating a business in the US in the current climate? Phoebe Yu: Objectively, it’s undoubtedly been a challenging 12 months for businesses, with a lot of political and social volatility.

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Forrester Report: Demystifying The Technical Functions of POS Solutions

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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Working Together Even if Working Apart – Aug/Sept 2021

SGN Magazine

The pandemic has made the possibilities of what can be accomplished away from a traditional workplace apparent for many employees and employers. For workers still on the job as usual, and the leaders responsible for these types of businesses, it has made the challenges of staying safe from airborne germs and distancing from others part of the fabric of the operations.

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How Flash Market aims to give small retailers a fair deal

Inside Retail

A new online marketplace that brings together the best of platforms like Uber Eats and eBay is aiming to help small local retailers compete against e-commerce behemoths. Flash Market claims to be Australia’s first ever ‘clicks-and-mortar marketplace’ and is focused on bringing fast delivery and the convenience of online shopping to small business shoppers.

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