Retailers stories

Auror has raised AUD $72.6 million in Series C funding to enhance its retail crime-fighting technology and expand into North America and the UK.

Nasuni has revealed that major retail brands like Patagonia and Mattel are leveraging its platform to meet increased demand during the holiday season.

Cequence Security has uncovered a major vulnerability in a leading food and drug retailer's IT systems, exposing sensitive data across four subdomains.

Taoshi has launched Glitch, an innovative SaaS platform designed to offer advanced AI-driven trading strategies to retail investors worldwide.

A recent survey reveals that 57% of UK retailers and brands plan to enhance their third-party selling strategies amid rising operational costs and competition.

Independent online electronics retailers face challenges as a report reveals shipping costs could rise 25% during Black Friday, impacting profit margins.

With grocery prices soaring in Australia, a new survey reveals 56% of shoppers are returning sweet treats amid rising living costs.

ShopFully, MEDIA Central, and Flipp merge to form the largest global 'drive-to-store' marketing firm, serving 400 million shoppers across 27 markets.

Segway-Ninebot's new ZT3 Pro electric scooter, priced at AUD $1,699, promises advanced smart tech and robust off-road capabilities for urban commuters and adventure seekers alike.

Northern is boosting convenience for rail travellers by installing Parcel Pending by Quadient lockers at 50 stations across Northern England, enhancing parcel pick-up and drop-off services.

Sendcloud appoints Amelia Scott as CRO to drive growth across Europe. With deep B2B SaaS sales experience, Scott aims to enhance sales efficiency and customer satisfaction.

Informatica partners with HowGood to empower food suppliers with AI-driven sustainability insights, addressing rising consumer ethical demands and regulatory pressures.

Virgin Australia partners with Sabre to lead in modern airline retailing. The airline will integrate SabreMosaic to transform guest experiences and optimise offers.

Shippit launches Shippit International, a cutting-edge cross-border shipping service to help Australian retailers tackle rising costs and boost their global presence.

Consumers increasingly blend online, offline, and social media shopping platforms. A report by Locus and Coresight highlights 65.8% utilising multiple touchpoints.

As Australia's retailers navigate inflation and reduced spending, improved order fulfilment during peak season is crucial for operational efficiency and customer loyalty.

As cost-of-living pressures rise, Australian shoppers are more selective and returns-savvy, making flexible return policies key to retail success, says a new study.

A recent Constructor survey revealed 42% of online shoppers rate their product discovery experiences poorly on retail websites. Retailers face significant challenges.

SOTI Snap’s latest update, with AI-driven paper digitisation and multilingual form generation, aims to streamline Australian retail operations for efficient peak season management.

New data indicates 26% of consumers are hesitant to make purchases over $200 in the next six months, reflecting growing economic pressures.