APAC

Cainiao opens new facilities to expedite Lazada cross-border logistics

Customers in Thailand, Singapore, Malaysia, and the Philippines can get their parcels as early as three days. 

The ‘technology’ shots that stores need to level up customer experience

Stores have always been at the epicentre of retail disruption, be it the onslaught of digital or the recent pandemic. Despite ominous predictions, stores have risen like a phoenix to cater to shifting business landscapes and shopper behaviours. Retailers who view their stores through a new lens will realize endless possibilities because:

7 in 10 SEA online sellers expect growth in 3Q

52% of the 750 sellers surveyed experienced growth in H1.

Diebold Nixdorf executives spearhead virtual fireside chat on the next evolution in self-service retail technology

Industry experts will discuss how leveraging self-service technology can help retailer’s reach new heights with their business.

Starbucks launches Fila collab merchandise in APAC

The new collection features drinkware and lifestyle accessories.

China, India to propel APAC’s sportswear retail growth

The two markets are seeing more local brands serve a value-seeking consumer base.

APAC’s online retail sales rise amidst growing health concerns

However, customers have become slightly less concerned about visiting stores.

‘I am not a robot’: 84% of APAC consumers abandon carts due to complex login process

55% of consumers are frustrated with long log-in and sign up forms.

CU launches 2 stores in Mongolia’s new airport

One store caters to travellers, whilst the other is available only to airport staff.

Daraz leads in e-commerce by prioritising customers’ and sellers’ needs

Innovations include a premium shopping channel and a stimulus programme.    

Here are the winners in the Retail Asia Awards 2021

Winners were awarded via digital award presentations on 12-16 July.

The Seven Dictums of a Future Commerce Strategy

Modernization of commerce has emerged as a fundamental need for the future of retailing.

Retail Asia welcomes Aditya Utama at the ‘Customers take center stage’ virtual round table

SAP’s retail industry business architect led the discussion on the importance of customer experience in today’s retail platform.

APAC hailed as largest F&B stores market in 2020

Globally, the market is expected to benefit from a steady economic growth.

What does ‘gold standard’ mean for Asia’s payments and e-commerce scene?

The market’s diverse challenges open the door for solutions that tackle country or region-specific issues.