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For Rachel Delacour of Sweep, sustainability is more than just a trend, it is simply smart business
Extreme weather is reshaping retail. Explore Rachel Delacour's insights on El Niño, supply chain disruption and how Sweep helps mitigate climate risks
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How Tropic Skincare’s natural ingredients, community commerce and charity work are reshaping ethical beauty
Discover the inspiring story behind Tropic Skincare, founded by Susie Ma, who turned a homemade body scrub recipe into one of the UK's leading...

Vivobarefoot’s bespoke 3D-printed footwear aims to revolutionize foot health, sustainability and retail experiences
Vivobarefoot is a leading barefoot footwear brand dedicated to natural foot health, designing minimalist shoes that promote healthy movement and support the body's natural...

Affinity Fragrances’ focus on trust, agility and long-term partnerships is driving its international expansion
Affinity Fragrances is a leading UK fragrance wholesaler, supplying branded perfumes, fragrances, and beauty products to retailers, distributors, and business partners across the UK...

How CP Brands Group is preparing an iconic British menswear name for a new global era
CP Brands Group specializes in brand revitalization, transforming heritage brands into modern retail success stories. By combining strategic brand management, operational expertise, and market...

Despite significant growth in the past year, British Garden Centres remains committed to its family culture and community
Discover the latest updates from British Garden Centres, the UK's largest family-owned garden centre group with over 80 locations. Managing Director Amy Stubbs shares...

Now in its fourth generation, Meister Cheese carries forward a century-long legacy built on consistency
Discover the story of Meister Cheese, a renowned Wisconsin artisan cheesemaker with over 100 years of tradition, crafting premium cheeses and whey products with...
Brand Strategy
Inside MINISO’s Global LISA Pop-Up Strategy
For MINISO, the opening of its LISA collaboration in Bangkok is about more than putting celebrity merchandise on shelves.

Why Retailers Need Contract Lifecycle Management Systems
Retailers manage a high volume of agreements with suppliers, manufacturers, landlords, logistics providers, technology vendors, franchisees and service partners. As operations expand, keeping track...

Finding the Best Commercial Gel Pack for Your Needs
Purchasing managers and delivery professionals must maintain flawless cold chain logistics while controlling costs. As a critical component of temperature-controlled shipping, commercial gel packs...

What’s the Best Approach to Managing Bulk Defective Inventory?
The stakes are high when you have a shipment of defective goods sitting in your warehouse. Your bulk defective inventory ties up valuable capital,...

Why UK consumers are clicking less but buying more. By Suzanna Chaplin
Economic uncertainty is changing consumer behaviour in 2026, with more people investing in home improvements, financial security and purposeful purchases

How Tropic Skincare’s natural ingredients, community commerce and charity work are reshaping ethical beauty
Discover the inspiring story behind Tropic Skincare, founded by Susie Ma, who turned a homemade body scrub recipe into one of the UK's leading...

Affinity Fragrances’ focus on trust, agility and long-term partnerships is driving its international expansion
Affinity Fragrances is a leading UK fragrance wholesaler, supplying branded perfumes, fragrances, and beauty products to retailers, distributors, and business partners across the UK...
Franchising
From a London pharmacy to Nottingham’s fast-food scene, uncover the story behind CJP Group Operations
By trade, I’m a qualified pharmacist, having completed undergraduate and postgraduate study between 2012 and 2017 before being....

Fun and food in NYC
October sees the NYCWFF move to Brooklyn with more experiences than ever

Living colorfully
Crayola and Brooklyn-based retailer, Casely, are to collaborate on a new collection of tech accessories with designs influenced by the brand that embodies color

Wild Birds Unlimited Inc
Since its inception, Wild Birds Unlimited Inc has been determined to create an environment of education and peace for its bird-watching customers

Is franchising all it’s hyped to be?
Achieving the promise of franchise ownership. By Robert Purvin

Clean Juice
One of America’s fastest-growing (and only) organic juice bar operators, Clean Juice’s USDA-certified outlets offer healthy, organic food and beverages to on-the-go guests across...
Stores
6 Retail Display Solutions to Support Your Sales
Temporary retail displays can collapse under product weight, frustrating consumer packaged goods brands trying to maintain their reputation on the sales floor. A reliable...

Five Below cracked the Gen Z code and the numbers show it’s working
Five Below is discovering that one of the most effective strategies in discount retail is not simply cutting prices. It is knowing precisely what...

Store Readiness and Audit Preparation: Essential Systems and Standards Every Store Must Meet
Store readiness extends beyond merchandising and product displays. Retailers undergo routine operational and safety audits that evaluate critical systems, such as fire protection, emergency...

Primark bets big on New York with Herald Square flagship
Primark’s Herald Square flagship marks the retailer’s biggest US statement yet, placing affordable fashion at the center of Manhattan retail competition.

Macy’s closures signal a deeper shift in American retail
Macy’s plans to close another 14 stores in 2026 as part of a broader restructuring strategy focused on profitability, digital growth and stronger-performing locations....

Why Gen Z is pushing retailers back toward physical stores
Gen Z consumers are reshaping summer retail trends by blending ecommerce with renewed interest in physical stores, creating fresh pressure on inventory planning and...

Discover MattressNextDay’s evolution from a single shop to being the UK’s most trusted sleep expert
Celebrating 23 years in business, MattressNextDay is the UK’s leading online mattress and bed retailer. Over the years, the company has delivered millions of...
Sustainability
8 sustainable retail practices gaining traction
Sustainability is becoming embedded in the everyday mechanics of the retail industry. Rather than relying solely on environmental pledges, retailers are rethinking how products...

For Rachel Delacour of Sweep, sustainability is more than just a trend, it is simply smart business
Extreme weather is reshaping retail. Explore Rachel Delacour's insights on El Niño, supply chain disruption and how Sweep helps mitigate climate risks

How Tropic Skincare’s natural ingredients, community commerce and charity work are reshaping ethical beauty
Discover the inspiring story behind Tropic Skincare, founded by Susie Ma, who turned a homemade body scrub recipe into one of the UK's leading...

The Top 7 Best Online Thrift Stores to Shop in 2025
The rise of online thrift stores marks a significant shift in how people approach fashion and consumption. These best online thrift store platforms offer...

The evolving role of tech and AI in sustainable supply chain management
The pandemic spurred great volatility in the ecommerce market for retailers, manufacturers, and suppliers

Into the future of biking retail: how Uprise Bikes enables unforgettable cycling experiences
As Cycle Solutions’ dynamic new retail arm, Uprise Bikes (Uprise) strives to transform the cycling retail landscape

CEO Andrew Keith Steps Down From Selfridges
Andrew Keith, the CEO of Selfridges, has stepped down after nearly four years at the helm of the luxury department store. His departure marks...




