Ingka Group, the main franchisee of the IKEA brand, has made a strategic move to invest €11 million ($12 million) in IKEA South Korea to integrate automated fulfillment systems. This is part of an expansive €300 million commitment to the Korean market over the next three years, primarily fueled by t
In a rapidly evolving market where global e-commerce is surging, the travel retail sector finds itself at a pivotal crossroads. Traditional methods of maintaining customer loyalty, primarily anchored in offering lower prices and duty-free shopping benefits, are increasingly proving ineffective. To
The National Retail Association has introduced the "Best Practice Guide for Environmental and Sustainability Claims," aimed at complementing the Australian Competition and Consumer Commission's (ACCC) existing guide, "Making Environmental Claims." This initiative is
IKEA, the renowned Swedish furniture retailer, is shifting the paradigm of sustainable shopping with its latest venture: IKEA Preowned. This innovative platform facilitates peer-to-peer sales of secondhand IKEA furniture, positioning the company as a frontrunner in eco-friendly retail solutions and
Ikea’s commitment to leveraging advanced technology for operational efficiency is vividly illustrated in its recent expansion of AI-powered drone deployments. Initially tested in Belgian retailers' Winterslag fulfillment center, these drones are set to be rolled out across multiple locations, s
The planned acquisition of Neiman Marcus Group (NMG) by Hudson's Bay Company (HBC) marks a significant transformation in the luxury retail landscape. Valued at $2.65 billion, this acquisition intends to merge historical giants under one corporate umbrella, promising to foster technological
