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Oooh! A great Gavin Finney (Good Omens Director of Photography) interview with Helen Parkinson for the British Cinematographer! :)

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Gifted a vast creative landscape from two of fantasy’s foremost authors to play with, Gavin Finney BSC reveals how he crafted the otherworldly visuals for Good Omens 2.

It started with a letter from beyond the grave. Following fantasy maestro Sir Terry Pratchett’s untimely death in 2015, Neil Gaiman decided he wouldn’t adapt their co-authored 1990 novel, Good Omens, without his collaborator. That was, until he was presented with a posthumous missive from Pratchett asking him to do just that.

For Gaiman, it was a request that proved impossible to decline: he brought Good Omens season one to the screen in 2019, a careful homage to its source material. His writing, complemented by some inspired casting – David Tennant plays the irrepressible demon Crowley, alongside Michael Sheen as angel-slash-bookseller Aziraphale – and award-nominated visuals from Gavin Finney BSC, proved a potent combination for Prime Video viewers.

Aziraphale’s bookshop was a set design triumph.

Season two departs from the faithful literary adaptation of its predecessor, instead imagining what comes next for Crowley and Aziraphale. Its storyline is built off a conversation that Pratchett and Gaiman shared during a jetlagged stay in Seattle for the 1989 World Fantasy Convention. Gaiman remembers: “The idea was always that we would tell the story that Terry and I came up with in 1989 in Seattle, but that we would do that in our own time and in our own way. So, once Good Omens (S1) was done, all I knew was that I really, really wanted to tell the rest of the story.”

Telling that story visually may sound daunting, but cinematographer Finney is no stranger to the wonderfully idiosyncratic world of Pratchett and co. As well as lensing Good Omens’ first outing, he’s also shot three other Pratchett stories – TV mini series Hogfather (2006), and TV mini-series The Colour of Magic (2008) and Going Postal (2010).

He relishes how the authors provide a vast creative landscape for him to riff off. “The great thing about Pratchett and Gaiman is that there’s no limit to what you can do creatively – everything is up for grabs,” he muses. “When we did the first Pratchett films and the first Good Omens, you couldn’t start by saying, ‘Okay, what should this look like?’, because nothing looks like Pratchett’s world. So, you’re starting from scratch, with no references, and that starting point can be anything you want it to be.”

Season two saw the introduction of inside-outside sets for key locations including Aziraphale’s bookshop.

From start to finish

The sole DP on the six-episode season, Finney was pleased to team up again with returning director Douglas Mackinnon for the “immensely complicated” shoot, and the pair began eight weeks of prep in summer 2021. A big change was the production shifting the main soho set from Bovington airfield, near London, up to Edinburgh’s Pyramids Studio. Much of the action in Good Omens takes place on the Soho street that’s home to Aziraphale’s bookshop, which was built as an exterior set on the former airfield for season one. Season two, however, saw the introduction of inside-outside sets for key locations including the bookshop, record store and pub, to minimise reliance on green screen.

Finney brought over many elements of his season one lensing, especially Mackinnon’s emphasis on keeping the camera moving, which involved lots of prep and testing. “We had a full-time Scorpio 45’ for the whole shoot (run by key grip Tim Critchell and his team), two Steadicam operators (A camera – Ed Clark and B camera Martin Newstead) all the way through, and in any one day we’d often go from Steadicam, to crane, to dolly and back again,” he says. “The camera is moving all the time, but it’s always driven by the story.”

One key difference for season two, however, was the move to large-format visuals. Finney tested three large-format cameras and the winner was the Alexa LF (assisted by the Mini LF where conditions required), thanks to its look and flexibility.

The minisodes were shot on Cooke anamorphics, giving Finney the ideal balance of anamorphic-style glares and characteristics without too much veiling flare.

A more complex decision was finding the right lenses for the job. “You hear about all these whizzy new lenses that are re-barrelled ancient Russian glass, but I needed at least two full sets for the main unit, then another set for the second unit, then maybe another set again for the VFX unit,” Finney explains. “If you only have one set of this exotic glass, it’s no good for the show.”

He tested a vast array of lenses before settling on Zeiss Supremes, supplied by rental house Media Dog. These ticked all the boxes for the project: “They had a really nice look – they’re a modern design but not over sharp, which can look a bit electronic and a bit much, especially with faces. When you’re dealing with a lot of wigs and prosthetics, we didn’t want to go that sharp. The Supremes had a very nice colour palette and nice roll-off. They’re also much smaller than a lot of large-format glass, so that made it easy for Steadicam and remote cranes. They also provided additional metadata, which was very useful for the VFX department (VFX services were provided by Milk VFX).”

The Supremes were paired with a selection of filters to characterise the show’s varied locations and characters. For example, Tiffen Bronze Glimmerglass were paired with bookshop scenes; Black Pro-Mist was used for Hell; and Black Diffusion FX for Crowley’s present-day storyline.

Finney worked closely with the show’s DIT, Donald MacSween, and colourist, Gareth Spensley, to develop the look for the minisode.

Maximising minisodes

Episodes two, three and four of season two each contain a ‘minisode’ – an extended flashback set in Biblical times, 1820s Edinburgh and wartime London respectively. “Douglas wanted the minisodes to have very strong identities and look as different from the present day as possible, so we’d instantly know we were in a minisode and not the present day,” Finney explains.

One way to shape their distinctive look was through using Cooke anamorphic lenses. As Finney notes: “The Cookes had the right balance of controllable, anamorphic-style flares and characteristics without having so much veiling flare that they would be hard to use on green screens. They just struck the right balance of aesthetics, VFX requirements and availability.” The show adopted the anamorphic aspect ratio (2:39.1), an unusual move for a comedy, but one which offered them more interesting framing opportunities.

Good Omens 2 was shot on the Alexa LF, paired with Zeiss Supremes for the present-day scenes.

The minisodes were also given various levels of film grain to set them apart from the present-day scenes. Finney first experimented with this with the show’s DIT Donald MacSween using the DaVinci Resolve plugin FilmConvert. Taking that as a starting point, the show’s colourist, Company 3’s Gareth Spensley, then crafted his own film emulation inspired by two-strip Technicolor. “There was a lot of testing in the grade to find the look for these minisodes, with different amounts of grain and different types of either Technicolor three-strip or two-strip,” Finney recalls. “Then we’d add grain and film weave on that, then on top we added film flares. In the Biblical scenes we added more dust and motes in the air.”

Establishing the show’s lighting was a key part of Finney’s testing process, working closely with gaffer Scott Napier and drawing upon PKE Lighting’s inventory. Good Omens’ new Scottish location posed an initial challenge: as the studio was in an old warehouse rather than being purpose-built for filming, its ceilings weren’t as high as one would normally expect. This meant Finney and Napier had to work out a low-profile way of putting in a lot of fixtures.

Inside Crowley’s treasured Bentley.

Their first task was to test various textiles, LED wash lights and different weight loadings, to establish what they were working with for the street exteriors. “We worked out that what was needed were 12 SkyPanels per 20’x20’ silk, so each one was a block of 20’x20’, then we scaled that up,” Finney recalls. “I wanted a very seamless sky, so I used full grid cloth which made it very, very smooth. That was important because we’ve got lots of cars constantly driving around the set and the sloped windscreens reflect the ceiling. So we had to have seamless textiles – PKE had to source around 12,000 feet of textiles so that we could put them together, so the reflections in the windscreens of the cars just showed white gridcloth rather than lots of stage lights. We then drove the car around the set to test it from different angles.”

On the floor, they mostly worked with LEDs, providing huge energy and cost savings for the production. Astera’s Titan Tubes came in handy for a fun flashback scene with John Hamm’s character Gabriel. The DP remembers: “[Gabriel] was travelling down a 30-foot feather tunnel. We built a feather tunnel on the stage and wrapped it in a ring of Astera tubes, which were then programmed by dimmer op Jon Towler to animate, pulse and change different colours. Each part of Gabriel’s journey through his consciousness has a different colour to it.”

Among the rigs built was a 20-strong Creamsource Vortex setup for the graveyard scene in the “Body Snatchers” minisode, shot in Stirling. “We took all the yokes off each light then put them on a custom-made aluminium rig so we could have them very close. We put them up on a big telehandler on a hill that gave me a soft mood light, which was very adjustable, windproof and rainproof.”

Shooting on the VP stage for the birth of the universe scenes in episode one.

Sky’s the limit

A lot of weather effects were done in camera – including lightning effects pulsed in that allowed both direct fork lightning and sheet lightning to spread down the streets. In the grade, colourist Spensley was also able to work his creative magic on the show’s skies. “Gareth is a very artistic colourist – he’s a genius at changing skies,” Finney says. “Often in the UK you get these very boring, flat skies, but he’s got a library of dramatic skies that you can drop in. That would usually be done by VFX, but he’s got the ability to do it in Baselight, so a flat sky suddenly becomes a glorious sunset.”

Finney emphasises that the grade is a very involved process for a series like Good Omens, especially with its VFX-heavy nature. “This means VFX sequences often need extra work when it comes back into the timeline,” says the DP. “So, we often add camera movement or camera shake to crank the image up a bit. Having a colourist like Gareth is central to a big show like Good Omens, to bring all the different visual elements together and to make it seamless. It’s quite a long grade process but it’s worth its weight in gold.”

Shooting in the VR cube for the blitz scenes .

Finney took advantage of virtual production (VP) technology for the driving scenes in Crowley’s classic Bentley. The volume was built on their Scottish set: a 4x7m cube with a roof that could go up and down on motorised winches as needed. “We pulled the cars in and out on skates – they went up on little jacks, which you could then rotate and move the car around within the volume,” he explains. “We had two floating screens that we could move around to fill in and use as additional source lighting. Then we had generated plates – either CGI or real location plates –projected 360º around the car. Sometimes we used the volume in-camera but if we needed to do more work downstream; we’d use a green screen frustum.” Universal Pixels collaborated with Finney to supply in-camera VFX expertise, crew and technical equipment for the in-vehicle driving sequences and rear projection for the crucial car shots.

John Hamm was suspended in the middle of this lighting rig and superimposed into the feather tunnel.

Interestingly, while shooting at a VP stage in Leith, the team also used the volume as a huge, animated light source in its own right – a new technique for Finney. “We had the camera pointing away from [the volume] so the screen provided this massive, IMAX-sized light effect for the actors. We had a simple animation of the expanding universe projected onto the screen so the actors could actually see it, and it gave me the animated light back on the actors.”

Bringing such esteemed authors’ imaginations to the screen is no small task, but Finney was proud to helped bring Crowley and Aziraphale’s adventures to life once again. He adds: “What’s nice about Good Omens, especially when there’s so much bad news in the world, is that it’s a good news show. It’s a very funny show. It’s also about good and evil, love and doing the right thing, people getting together irrespective of backgrounds. It’s a hopeful message, and I think that that’s what we all need.”

Finney is no stranger to the idiosyncratic world of Sir Terry Pratchett and Neil Gaiman.

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puckingeccedentesiast · 1 year ago

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Axel Hughes

The Life of Axel Hughes and her best friend Freya Hischer

The mixed au I'm doing with the wonderful, @toasttt11 !

Axel Luquinn Hughes was born to Jack Hughes and now ex partner Julia Callahan on September 14 2021.

Jack and Julia were very early in the stages of dating when Julia fell pregnant with Axel. Julia wanted nothing to do with Axel as she saw her as the reason her life was ruined.

Axel spent the first 13 years of her life being tormented by her mothers presence and her cruel, snide and plain awful remarks. Julia stalked Jack and Axel, online, and in real life through tracking their locations on social media. This was put to a stop when Jack had filed for a restraining order when Axel was thirteen.

Axel was born in Newark, New Jersey.

Jack chose the name Axel because from the first time he saw his daughter, he knew she needed a name that would be different. Axel was chosen because Jack described her birth as the day he felt his world get tipped on its axis. Luquinn in honor of his younger and older brothers and Axel obviously took her fathers last name.

Axel lives in Jack and Luke’s shared apartment, which means that they also live in the same building as Nico Hischier and his daughter Freya.

Freya and Axel have been friends before they could talk. They are born six months apart, Freya being the older one. They go to each other with everything.

Jack learnt the art of being a single parent from Nico, he was taught how to change diapers, braid hair even though both girls didn’t have enough hair yet.

Axel wasn’t a needy baby, but for a long time, it was her way or the highway. Jack called Ellen within the first six months of Axel’s life saying to his mother, “Some small country is missing it’s dictator, and she’s living at my house.”

Jack never thought of getting a tattoo before Axel was born but on his left index finger he has ink that says 14/8/21 with a small gear wheel next to it. This is the finger Axel grabbed when he first held her.

Nico is Axel’s Godfather

Axel absolutely despises shopping, unlike her father. However, Nico’s daughter Freya, loves it just as much. So while Jack and Freya walk around shopping malls together gossiping about how different brands are better than others, Axel and her Godfather Nico sulk along behind betting how long they will be in each store.

Axel’s favorite pastime is to bully (playfully) her uncle Luke. Since forever, whenever Freya is around both her, and Axel gang up on Luke.

Axel is very outgoing and has a big personality, but after certain issues with her ex-friends it has developed some trust issues and anxiety. One Christmas when she was 2 years old her grandparents Ellen and Jim were in town. They gave her a green weighted snake that she uses when she's older to help quell the panic attacks.

Axel’s first word wasn’t Dad it was actually reya. Because she couldn’t pronounce her F’s.

Whenever Quinn is in town Axel is always stuck to his side. She her own customized Canucks Jersey with her hockey number because when she was little she insisted on being on the ice with her Uncle ‘Winny’

Axel loves storms and rain, she makes her Dad run in the rain and jump in puddles when it does.

Axel of course has been playing hockey as soon as she could stand on skates and has always loved it. When she gets anxious she goes out onto the rink and just sits on the ice until her backside is numb.

#risen rambles :d #jack hughes #jack hughes imagine #jack hughes blurb #jack hughes fic #jack hughes x reader #jack hughes x y/n #nico hischer x reader #nico hischier #nico hischier x reader #aceandspadeau #axelhughes66 #freyahischer11

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cleverhottubmiracle · 4 days ago

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Hudson’s Bay Co. ULC, a company that’s so old it once played a central role for goods traders in Britain’s North American colonies, is being stripped for parts.The retailer, currently under bankruptcy protection in Canada, had devised a plan to rescue six of its 96 stores from liquidation, including its flagship location in one of the biggest shopping hot spots in downtown Toronto. But that plan has run aground and those locations are now being wound up too, and the company’s 17th-century artefacts are being auctioned off.It’s a somber end for thousands of employees and a company that was a dominant force in the Canadian retail landscape for decades.The company was doomed after the Covid-19 pandemic hit, according to one person with detailed knowledge of HBC’s operations, who said Canada’s strict stay-at-home orders meant stores closed for longer than expected and consumer behaviour shifted. But several other people with knowledge of the matter say the retailer erred by waiting too long to restructure. As recently as January, at least three private credit firms were ready to provide financing, according to the person close to HBC, but they changed their minds after US President Donald Trump’s tariff policy became clearer. HBC then engaged Reflect Advisors in February to help it restructure after those attempts to raise money failed. Reflect’s consultants quickly realised the company needed an emergency cash injection, the people said. Five days after being hired, it began asking creditors for more capital. Days after HBC filed for creditor protection on March 7, one creditor extended 16 million Canadian dollars ($11.5 million) to cover operational expenses while the company and its advisers waited for a private credit lender to finalise a larger loan that might have saved 40 stores, the person close to HBC said. But that firm backed out at the last minute, the person said.The failure to secure more capital sent HBC on a path of liquidating its stores, including the Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks Off 5th stores it operates in Canada. Typically, companies that apply for creditor protection develop restructuring plans before considering that drastic step.“The uniqueness is the speed with which the bankruptcy filing has occurred and how quickly discussions started about liquidation,” said Andrew Hatnay, a partner at Koskie Minsky LLP who represents HBC employees. HBC retains the right to remove stores from the liquidation process if a buyer emerges, Reflect Advisors stated in an affidavit.“Our team has worked incredibly hard to identify a viable path forward, and our resolve is strengthened by the overwhelming support from customers and associates who have shared heartfelt stories about Hudson’s Bay and what our stores have meant to them, their families, and their communities across the generations,” HBC chief executive officer Liz Rodbell said in a statement made prior to the court proceedings. Culture TroubleFounded in 1670, Hudson’s Bay evolved from a colonial fur trading business into the country’s largest department store chain, and is North America’s longest continuously operating business. Like many traditional retailers, it struggled in the 2000s and 2010s to keep pace with the rise of e-commerce and changing consumer habits. These troubles were exacerbated after HBC went private in 2020, a transaction that concluded a months-long fight that required Richard Baker, HBC’s executive chairman, to sweeten his offer twice. Luck was not on the company’s side — days after the deal closed, the pandemic forced all stores to shutter. Then came a series of strategic missteps, according to other people familiar with its operations. A lack of coherent long-term vision and a perceived unwillingness to invest within Canada left the company in a constant state of flux, according to these people. Former employees described a culture in which some executives failed to take seriously the concerns of frontline employees and managers.In 2021, HBC split its e-commerce and store operations, mirroring a strategy its parent company used for its US operations. HBC spent 130 million Canadian dollars and hired more than 500 employees, but the move didn’t yield the expected returns. “Revenue from digital channels failed to offset the decline in brick-and-mortar sales, and debt levels increased without a proportional improvement in profitability,” HBC’s chief financial officer stated in an affidavit. The initiative also diverted resources from its physical stores. When Canadian retail didn’t bounce back as quickly as expected from the first year of the pandemic, HBC had to sell surplus inventory at significant losses, the person with detailed knowledge of the retailer’s operations said. Adding to the turmoil were leadership controversies. Baker told Canada’s Globe and Mail newspaper in March 2023 that the department store chain comprised “a teeny weeny, tiny bit” of the parent company’s overall value, which was driven by real estate and digital ventures. Employees aired their concerns about the quote in a town hall, but Baker didn’t directly answer questions about it or try to alleviate concerns, former employees said.Then Baker announced in July 2024 that he’d struck a deal to acquire Neiman Marcus Group for $2.7 billion. This move brought together luxury brands such as Neiman Marcus, Bergdorf Goodman, Saks Fifth Avenue and Saks Off 5th under a new entity, Saks Global. The fact that he raised billions to invest in the US while HBC’s Canadian stores were left with broken escalators caused resentment, the people said.The resentment wasn’t entirely founded, said the person close to HBC’s operations. The US and Canadian businesses were distinct, and no money was sent to the US from Canada after the company went private, the person said. Rather, $350 million was sent to the Canadian arm from its US operations under a credit facility, the person said.The injection wasn’t enough. In December, on assuming ownership of Neiman Marcus, Baker formally separated Saks from HBC. Publicly, this move was framed as consolidating luxury retail brands under one umbrella, allowing Hudson’s Bay to focus on its core operations in Canada. HBC’s troubles have affected big Canadian real estate companies like Cadillac Fairview, a subsidiary of the Ontario Teachers’ Pension Plan. Cadillac at one point lent 200 million Canadian dollars to HBC to support the retailer’s operations and maintain its role as an anchor tenant in several of its shopping centres — with one condition being that no money was sent from its Canadian operations to the US, according to the person close to HBC. The retailer repaid 24 million Canadian dollars after it bought Neiman Marcus. “I think they’re just a really supportive landlord. And they were trying to help HBC survive,” Ontario Teachers CEO Jo Taylor said in an interview. “The view taken, which I could understand completely, was its survival would’ve been a better outcome for Cadillac” over the long term than had HBC failed, “as it has done.”“We are disappointed for them.”By Paula Sambo and Layan Odeh Source link

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Farm-Fresh Milk Anytime: The Rise of Milk Vending Machines

In recent years, the way we access daily essentials has been changing rapidly, with technology playing a major role in transforming traditional industries. One of the most innovative and exciting changes has been the rise of milk vending machines, which are now providing easy access to farm-fresh milk directly from local dairy farms. These vending machines not only offer convenience and freshness but also support local farmers by cutting out the middleman and ensuring that consumers get the highest quality milk possible.

In this article, we will explore the growing trend of milk vending machines, how they are revolutionising milk distribution, and the many benefits of enjoying farm-fresh milk anytime, anywhere.

The Rise of Milk Vending Machines

Milk vending machines, which were first introduced in Europe and the United States, are quickly becoming a familiar sight in many rural and urban areas alike. These machines are designed to provide fresh, local milk straight from the farm, allowing customers to purchase milk at any time of the day or night.

The concept has taken off, particularly in the UK, where demand for fresh, locally sourced dairy products has been on the rise. According to a 2021 survey by the National Farmers' Union (NFU), over 60% of UK consumers prefer to buy locally-produced food, with many people turning to alternative methods of shopping, such as vending machines, for more convenience and transparency in sourcing.

The Benefits of Farm-Fresh Milk from Vending Machines

One of the primary reasons for the popularity of milk vending machines is the direct access to farm-fresh milk. Unlike supermarket milk, which can often be several days or even weeks old by the time it reaches the shelf, milk from a vending machine is typically only a few hours old. This results in milk that is fresher, more nutritious, and better tasting.

1. Freshness and Quality

When you purchase farm-fresh milk from a vending machine, you’re guaranteed to get milk that has been produced and bottled within a short time frame. As milk is a perishable product, freshness is key to retaining its full nutritional value. Freshly squeezed milk is a rich source of calcium, protein, and essential vitamins like Vitamin B12 and Vitamin D. Unlike processed milk found in supermarkets, which can undergo high-temperature treatments that reduce some of these nutrients, milk from vending machines often retains more of its natural goodness.

2. Convenience

The rise of milk vending machines also addresses the increasing need for convenience. Traditionally, dairy products would require a trip to the store during business hours, often limiting access to milk for those who may not be able to visit during typical store hours. Vending machines allow consumers to purchase fresh milk 24/7, making it an ideal solution for busy families, workers on late shifts, or anyone looking to buy milk outside of normal retail hours.

Additionally, many milk vending machines are located in easily accessible areas such as near farms, community centres, or local convenience shops. This offers even more convenience for people looking to access fresh milk quickly without having to navigate busy supermarkets or crowded aisles.

3. Supporting Local Farmers

Another significant benefit of milk vending machines is the direct connection between consumers and local farmers. By cutting out the middleman, these machines help farmers maintain a more stable income, ensuring that they receive fair prices for their produce. According to the NFU, small and medium-sized farms in the UK often struggle to compete with larger, industrialised dairy operations, but milk vending machines offer a new opportunity for local farmers to stay competitive.

Local farmers can also showcase their produce in a more direct way, allowing customers to understand where their food is coming from and make more informed choices. This trend is particularly appealing to consumers who are increasingly concerned about food sourcing and the environmental impact of mass production.

How Milk Vending Machines Work

Milk vending machines are generally equipped with refrigeration units to ensure that the milk stays fresh for longer periods. Some machines even allow customers to select the type of milk they wish to purchase, such as whole milk, semi-skimmed, or skimmed, catering to individual preferences.

A typical transaction works similarly to a traditional vending machine. Customers simply insert cash or use a contactless payment method to purchase their desired quantity of milk, which is dispensed into reusable glass bottles or containers provided by the consumer. This sustainable packaging option is another added benefit, as it reduces plastic waste, helping to minimise the environmental footprint of milk consumption.

The Environmental Impact of Milk Vending Machines

Speaking of sustainability, milk vending machines offer an eco-friendly alternative to traditional milk packaging. By encouraging customers to bring their own reusable containers, the machines reduce the need for single-use plastic bottles commonly found in supermarkets. Moreover, since the milk is sourced directly from the farm, there are fewer transportation emissions, which contribute to a lower carbon footprint compared to large-scale milk production and distribution.

The Future of Milk Vending Machines

With the increasing demand for local, fresh, and sustainable products, it’s likely that the popularity of milk vending machines will continue to grow. New machines are being installed regularly across the UK, and the trend is catching on in other countries as well. Innovations such as mobile apps that allow you to check the availability of fresh milk in nearby machines and even order milk in advance are making the experience even more convenient for consumers.

Conclusion

The rise of milk vending machines represents an exciting new way for consumers to access high-quality farm-fresh milk whenever they need it. These machines provide a convenient, eco-friendly, and sustainable alternative to supermarket milk while supporting local farmers. Whether you're looking for fresh milk in the middle of the night or seeking a more sustainable way to enjoy your daily dairy, milk vending machines offer a practical solution that benefits both the consumer and the environment.

By embracing this innovative way of buying farm-fresh milk, you are not only getting access to higher-quality, fresher milk but also supporting the local agricultural economy and reducing your carbon footprint.

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How Location Intelligence Can Enhance Supply Chain performance

Introduction

Since COVID-19 has taken over the world, business trends are witnessing a new era of change. Companies are in the process of shifting supply chain to meet the new normal while retaining quality for their customers. There has been a reasonable spike in supply chain innovation post COVID. Location-based intelligence is one such technology that has been helping supply chain resiliency in 2021. Supply chain demands understanding the customer needs and planning accordingly. In the same regard, location-based intelligence can help provide extended vision to contribute towards supply chain innovation post COVID. Let’s take a look at five ways to enhance supply chain performance using location- based intelligence –

Get to know the right “WHERE” for supply demand

In order to design a near perfect supply plan, you need to understand the demand plan (which includes the places and stores with a high demand). With the help of location- based intelligence systems, you can spot the shops with high traffic. Once you know the demand region, you can further plan on how to meet customer needs in the coming weeks and months based on the analysis. This gives a fair idea of inventory alignment by providing advanced insights.

Get to know your customer’s requirements

For Enhancing supply chain innovation post COVID, it is a priority to understand your customers. If implemented, location-based intelligence plays a key role in determining the likes and dislikes of your customers. With the help of location-based intelligence, you can track the movement of your customers and collect the required customer data such as – where your customer visits more or less frequently? Which counter has a greater number of foot tracks? How long do they stay at your store? etc. This will give supply chain management a fair idea of what is the exact nature and requirement of their customer.

Get to know the “accurate inventory”

Location-based intelligence comes with benefits beyond just understanding customers and places. It will help you with your database management as well. Along with tracking traffic for a place or store, one can also track a traffic for a particular product or counter. This will help know the products that are in high demand and eventually suggest supply chain managers to ensure that the product quantity is stocked up.

Enhance your Supply Chain Analytics

Supply chain analytics include risk analysis, risk management, enhancing planning accuracy, waste reduction etc. There are supply chain tools already available that provide study of a number of factors such as transportation, logistics, demand and risk analysis. Here, location-based intelligence comes as an additional tool which gives a deeper analysis by collecting information for queries like – which locations are high in demand and which are not? Which areas are facing delivery issues? Are the delivery vehicles sufficient to meet the needs? And so on.

Enhance Predictions and Accuracy

Majority of location-based intelligence integration with supply chain is done baselining AI and machine learning. Based on the consumer data collected using location-based intelligence, predictive modelling can be performed and worked upon to enhance the accuracy. These can be anomaly detection, enhancement prediction, root cause analysis etc.

Conclusion For supply chain innovation post COVID, location-based intelligence can be of huge impact which will help businesses enhance themselves and to be a step ahead always.

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erpsoftwaredubaiuae · 5 months ago

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The Role of ERP Software in Enhancing Financial Management for Omani Enterprises

In today’s competitive business environment, enterprises in Oman are under constant pressure to streamline operations, improve decision-making, and ensure compliance with financial regulations. One of the most effective tools enabling this transformation is Enterprise Resource Planning (ERP) software. ERP solutions provide a centralized platform that integrates financial data with other business functions, enhancing visibility, accuracy, and efficiency.

This blog explores how ERP software plays a pivotal role in revolutionizing financial management for Omani enterprises.

1. Centralized Financial Data Management

ERP systems consolidate financial information from various departments, eliminating the need for disparate software or manual reconciliation. This unified approach ensures real-time access to accurate data, enabling Omani businesses to make informed financial decisions.

For example, an ERP solution can integrate data from sales, procurement, and payroll to create comprehensive financial reports that reflect the company's overall performance.

2. Compliance with Omani Tax Regulations

Oman’s introduction of VAT in 2021 has added a layer of complexity to financial management. ERP software simplifies compliance by automating tax calculations, ensuring accurate reporting, and generating VAT-compliant invoices.

Advanced ERP systems also update tax modules in line with regulatory changes, reducing the risk of non-compliance penalties.

3. Improved Budgeting and Forecasting

ERP systems provide powerful tools for budgeting and forecasting, enabling businesses to predict future expenses, revenues, and cash flows with greater accuracy. By analyzing historical data and current trends, Omani enterprises can develop realistic financial plans that align with their strategic goals.

This capability is particularly valuable in Oman’s fluctuating economic environment, where industries such as oil and gas face unpredictable market conditions.

4. Enhanced Financial Reporting

With ERP software, generating detailed financial reports becomes a seamless process. These reports, which include profit and loss statements, balance sheets, and cash flow analyses, are essential for both internal decision-making and external audits.

For Omani enterprises, this means faster reporting cycles and improved transparency, which can enhance investor confidence and stakeholder trust.

5. Automation of Financial Processes

Manual financial processes can be time-consuming and error-prone. ERP systems automate critical functions such as accounts payable, accounts receivable, payroll, and bank reconciliations.

This automation not only saves time but also minimizes human errors, ensuring that financial records are accurate and up-to-date—a crucial factor for Omani companies aiming to scale their operations.

6. Scalability to Support Business Growth

As Omani enterprises grow, their financial management needs become more complex. ERP systems are designed to scale alongside the business, accommodating additional users, locations, and functionalities.

For instance, a growing retail chain in Oman can use an ERP solution to track inventory, manage multiple store locations, and integrate these with its financial data, ensuring smooth operations and consistent growth.

7. Facilitating Real-Time Decision-Making

In an era where agility is key, ERP software equips financial managers with real-time insights. Whether it’s monitoring cash flow or assessing profitability, decision-makers in Oman can rely on ERP dashboards to access up-to-the-minute data.

This capability helps businesses respond quickly to opportunities or challenges, a significant advantage in Oman’s dynamic market landscape.

Conclusion

For Omani enterprises, ERP Oman software is more than a tool—it’s a strategic asset that enhances financial management and drives business success. By integrating financial functions with other operational areas, ERP systems empower businesses to achieve greater efficiency, accuracy, and compliance.

As Oman continues to diversify its economy and embrace digital transformation, adopting a robust ERP solution could be the key to staying ahead in a competitive market. Enterprises looking to modernize their financial management should explore ERP systems tailored to the unique needs of the Omani business environment.

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Digital Marketing Strategist

Digital marketing refers to the segment of marketing that utilizes the Internet and various online technologies such as desktop computers, mobile devices, and other digital platforms to promote products and services. Since the 1990s and 2000s, it has fundamentally changed how brands and businesses approach marketing through technology. As digital platforms have become more integrated into marketing strategies and daily life, and as consumers increasingly favor digital devices over physical stores, digital marketing campaigns have gained prominence. These campaigns often incorporate a mix of strategies, including search engine optimization (SEO), search engine marketing (SEM), content marketing, influencer marketing, content automation, campaign marketing, data-driven marketing, e-commerce marketing, social media marketing, social media optimization, email marketing, display advertising, and the use of e-books and optical media. Moreover, digital marketing also covers non-Internet channels that deliver digital content, such as television and mobile communications (SMS and MMS), callbacks, and on-hold ringtones, which distinguishes it from online marketing.

Digital marketing strategies often leverage multiple online channels and techniques (known as omnichannel) to enhance brand awareness among consumers.

To build brand awareness, various methods and tools can be utilized, including:

Search Engine Optimization (SEO) SEO techniques aim to enhance the visibility of business websites and content related to the brand for common industry search queries. The significance of SEO in boosting brand awareness is linked to the increasing impact of search results and features, such as featured snippets, knowledge panels, and local SEO, on consumer behavior.

Search Engine Marketing (SEM) Also referred to as pay-per-click (PPC) advertising, SEM involves purchasing ad space in prominent positions at the top of search results pages and websites. Research shows that search ads positively influence brand recognition, awareness, and conversions. Approximately 33% of users who click on paid ads do so because the ads directly relate to their specific search queries.

Social Media Marketing Social media marketing is characterized by its continuous interaction with consumers, focusing on content and engagement skills. The marketing process requires real-time monitoring, analysis, summarization, and management, with marketing targets adjusted based on immediate feedback from the market and consumers. In fact, 70% of marketers identify increasing brand awareness as their primary goal on social media platforms. Currently, Facebook, Instagram, Twitter, and YouTube are among the top platforms used by social media marketing teams. As of 2021, LinkedIn has also emerged as a significant platform for business leaders due to its professional networking features.

Content Marketing A majority of marketers (56%) believe that personalized content—such as brand-focused blogs, articles, social media updates, videos, and landing pages—enhances brand recall and engagement.

Web Design Effective web design plays a crucial role in digital marketing by creating user-friendly, visually appealing websites that engage visitors. A well-designed website not only enhances user experience but also helps convey brand identity and message. Elements like responsive design, fast loading times, and clear navigation contribute to higher conversion rates, ultimately improving brand awareness and credibility. Aesthetic and functional web design ensures that visitors can easily find information, leading to longer site visits and increased likelihood of conversion.

Benefits of Digital Marketing Digital marketing offers several advantages, including:

24/7 Accessibility: Information can be accessed at any time and from any location, making it convenient for consumers to engage with brands.

Effective Engagement: Digital marketing excels at presenting valuable ways to reach, inform, engage, promote, and sell products and services to consumers.

Target Audience Insights: Businesses can gather data to identify their target audiences based on demographics such as age, location, interests, and education levels.

Cost-Effective: Digital marketing typically requires a lower investment, with the cost per lead being 61% less than that of traditional marketing methods.

Mobile Reach: With over 14 billion mobile devices in use worldwide and projections to increase to nearly 18 billion by 2024, businesses can effectively reach a vast audience of mobile users

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ATM Services Procurement Intelligence, 2030: Key Factors to Consider

The ATM Services category is anticipated to grow at a CAGR of 5.6% from 2023 to 2030. Asia Pacific region accounts for the highest ATM usage. According to Asian Banking & Finance, the Asia Pacific region accounted for more than 40% of the number of automated teller machines globally in 2021. Owing to technological advancement, the category has seen a drastic transformation and has changed the cash systems. Banks are aiming to enhance the speed, security, and user-friendliness of their ATMs. Some of the key trends in the industry include cash recycler, contactless transactions, cash withdrawals, more appealing user interfaces, mobile integration, biometric identification, and remote teller assistance to name a few. Cash recycling would help the machines to accept, sort, validate, and store banknotes. This can enable customers to use machines to withdraw and deposit cash eventually reducing labor costs. According to UK’s RBR 2023 report, from 2020 to 2021, the number of cash-recycling ATMs installed globally grew from 973,000 to more than a million.

Cardless ATMs technology, an emerging feature, allows users to withdraw money through apps installed on their mobiles without the necessity to physically operate the machines. In June 2023, the Bank of Baroda, a nationalized bank in India, announced the launch of a cardless cash withdrawal facility, where users can withdraw cash using the UPI system at the bank’s ATM. Additionally, face biometrics at cardless machines is enabling face-based authentication in order to avoid fraud through the use of stolen cards or fake cards. According to biometric update.com’s June 2023 report, around 13,000 of Japan’s seven bank ATMs possess face biometric technology.

Full-service machines can act as a customer's initial point of contact with the bank. Rather than solely performing transactions, ATMs have the potential to become instruments for fostering relationships between banks and customers by offering services such as opening accounts, issuing cards instantly, printing checkbooks, and utilizing other versatile technologies. Through Remote Teller Technology, video banking allows customers to engage with the bank and carry out a majority of branch activities using real-time communication and video.

Order your copy of the ATM Services Procurement Intelligence Report, 2023 - 2030, published by Grand View Research, to get more details regarding day one, quick wins, portfolio analysis, key negotiation strategies of key suppliers, and low-cost/best-cost sourcing analysis

Manufacturing and installation of the machines may cost around USD 50,000 to 55,000. Cash services such as transporting cash between points, which is the major cost component, account for around 35 to 50% of the total cost. In-house service may cost up to 35% of the entire annual operational cost for the financial institutions whereas outsourcing the entire operations can save them up to 25%. ATM installation, maintenance, security, cash management, and compliance are some of the major cost components. Maintenance charges may vary on the basis of where the machine is located, and how much traffic it generates. Installation of ATMs may range from USD 200 to 300 per machine. ATM machine prices can range from USD 2,000 to 8,000. Carefully evaluating the nature of the service provider and the expenses associated can help the vendor to save on overall costs.

The threat of substitutes is moderate. Although advancements in digital banking and online payment systems have reduced the dependence on physical cash, ATMs still play a crucial role in providing convenient access to cash withdrawals, balance inquiries, and other services. However, the emergence of alternative payment methods like mobile payment apps and digital wallets could potentially pose a substitute threat in the long run.

The category saw a slight reduction during the COVID-19 pandemic owing to lockdowns, travel restrictions, and social distancing measures that resulted in reduced foot traffic at ATMs. According to the Payments Industry Intelligence 2022 report, it is observed that there was a reduction in the number of ATMs by 2% in 2021 worldwide. Post-pandemic, as everything normalized, ATM usage saw an increase but precautions such as contactless transactions gained momentum which has resulted in the implementation of cardless services.

Outsourcing of ATM software development, testing, and distribution is the most preferred type of sourcing by banks. Banks, financial institutions, and other users are continuously seeking to outsource their category operations to third-party operators who can handle maintenance, cash management, and other responsibilities. This enables the banks, and financial institutions staff to deal with other priorities along with significantly saving on cost. Shifting the managing task to a third party can also boost customer satisfaction. Maintaining long-term relationships with the service provider is also considered to be beneficial as it helps the vendor such as banks, and financial institutions to know the service provider better and save on searching and evaluating new service providers. The use of such practices in sourcing the services can ensure customer satisfaction, and quality services over the long run.

ATM Services Procurement Intelligence Report Scope

• ATM Services Category Growth Rate: CAGR of 5.6% from 2023 to 2030

• Pricing growth Outlook: 5 - 10% (annual)

• Pricing Models: Full Service Outsource Pricing, Price for services offered, Competition based pricing

• Supplier Selection Scope: End-to-end service, cost and pricing, compliance, security and data protection, service reliability and scalability

• Supplier selection criteria: Machine quality, services offered, post-sale services, end to end services, track record and reputation, cash management, traffic handling capacity, technical support, upgrade timeline and options, multifunctional machine

• Report Coverage: Revenue forecast, supplier ranking, supplier matrix, emerging technology, pricing models, cost structure, competitive landscape, growth factors, trends, engagement, and operating model

Browse through Grand View Research’s collection of procurement intelligence studies:

• Debt Collection Services Procurement Intelligence Report, 2023 - 2030 (Revenue Forecast, Supplier Ranking & Matrix, Emerging Technologies, Pricing Models, Cost Structure, Engagement & Operating Model, Competitive Landscape)

• Accounting Services Procurement Intelligence Report, 2023 - 2030 (Revenue Forecast, Supplier Ranking & Matrix, Emerging Technologies, Pricing Models, Cost Structure, Engagement & Operating Model, Competitive Landscape)

Key companies profiled

• Diebold Nixdorf

• AGS Transact Technologies Ltd.

• Brink’s Incorporated

• AEPS India

• NCR Corporation

• Loomis Armored US, LLC

• Prineta LLC

• NationalLink Inc.

• ATM USA, LLC

• Hyosung Global

Brief about Pipeline by Grand View Research:

A smart and effective supply chain is essential for growth in any organization. Pipeline division at Grand View Research provides detailed insights on every aspect of supply chain, which helps in efficient procurement decisions.

Our services include (not limited to):

• Market Intelligence involving – market size and forecast, growth factors, and driving trends

• Price and Cost Intelligence – pricing models adopted for the category, total cost of ownerships

• Supplier Intelligence – rich insight on supplier landscape, and identifies suppliers who are dominating, emerging, lounging, and specializing

• Sourcing / Procurement Intelligence – best practices followed in the industry, identifying standard KPIs and SLAs, peer analysis, negotiation strategies to be utilized with the suppliers, and best suited countries for sourcing to minimize supply chain disruptions

#ATM Services Procurement Intelligence #ATM Services Procurement #Procurement Intelligence #ATM Services Market #ATM Services Industry

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05 Unknown Facts About IKEA

IKEA is a worldwide company in Sweden that offers fully prepared furniture, kitchenware, and home goods. With more than 400 stores providing low-cost home items to thousands of clients, IKEA is the most significant furniture retailer in the world. Ingvar Kamprad, 17, founded Ikea in Sweden in 1943. He sold small items like pencils, handbags, picture frames, and pendulum clocks. IKEA has expanded into a global company with over 400 stores worldwide and more than $40 billion in annual sales.

Despite its current association with furniture, IKEA began selling various products such as pencils, wallets, photo frames, wall clocks, and housewares. IKEA has overtaken all other furniture retailers to become the biggest on the planet. Despite its well-known brand, Ikea still has room to expand since it only has 5 to 10% of the market share in the nations where it works. Although IKEA is well recognized today, the company invented flat-pack, self-assembly furnishings.

Fact # 1: IKEA Has A Unique Naming Scheme

Every product category has a unique name that refers to that thing. Carpets are frequently named after locations in Sweden or Denmark, while fabrics and curtains are given the name after women. Mattresses, for instance, are named after Norway locations, while couches are modelled after Swedish cities. IKEA uses Nordic titles for its home furnishings for a reason, which some people may find confusing. To explain, let’s take a closer analysis of their naming system;

Friheten is a biweekly newspaper published in Norwegian, translated into Freedom in English.

Hemnes is a region in Nordland County in Norway.

Brimnes is a Swedish town.

Flekke means to peel in Norwegian.

METHOD refers to the producer or the creator in Swedish.

Fact #2: Disturbances Become Traction Strategies

IKEA is aware of consumer distraction sources and works to reduce them. For instance, in 1960, Kamprad built a café inside an Ikea store after seeing too many customers left empty-handed due to hunger. The purpose of the in-store eateries was to satisfy the need of shoppers who’d spent an entire day in the shop and make them feel comfortable and cared for. Ikea Restaurant has demonstrated the ability to increase consumer enthusiasm, which increases the likelihood of purchase. They also include a children’s entertainment section. Parents could take their children to play in the “Smaland” kid’s zone. Parents may shop freely, and children can play for free. Also, Ikea has made the whole shop kid-friendly by placing play spaces for children next to parts of the store that parents often visit, such as the kitchens. Kids’ meals at the restaurant are inexpensive and nutritious.

Fact #3: IKEA’S Style Uses Emotions To Increase Sales

It has been established that spontaneous and unforeseen purchases account for about 50% of consumer transactions. When designed effectively, store architecture encourages impulsive purchases. Logic and necessity only account for 20% of our purchasing decisions; emotions drive the other 80%. IKEA follows the same path. IKEA stores typically cover 300,000 square feet. IKEA considers how changing its floor plan might alter consumers’ purchasing habits.

Fact #4: IKEA’s Creative Marketing Strategies to Increase Walk-Ins

IKEA Dubai stated in 2021 that consumers could cover the cost of travel time. Whether dining room furniture, office chairs, or various household gadgets, it has initiated a promotion where customers may purchase from its stores and pay with time rather than money. Of course, it is now. Once IKEA personnel scan the items for their Google Maps records, customers can purchase items at a shop and pay according to the time recorded. This applies to Dubai but may spread as the campaign gains popularity.

Fact #5: IKEA Embraces Technology

IKEA has technology that allows you to create interior designs. IKEA uses technology in several facets of its company, including its user-friendly interface. Their UI-UX is incredibly user-friendly, making selecting the ideal room furniture easier.

For example, they have augmented reality (AR) software set up so clients can visually arrange furniture in their houses before buying it. This novel feature lets buyers see how the table will appear in their area, enabling a more thorough choice process. It also improves customer experience. IKEA keeps up with the times by adopting cutting-edge technology and giving consumers a simple and convenient shopping experience.

To sum up, IKEA has surpassed all of its rivals to become the most significant furniture retailer in the world. IKEA’s success is mainly due to its original idea for flat-pack, self-assembled furniture, despite its initial focus on small, miniature goods. Although having a well-known brand, IKEA still has room for growth as it accounts for a small portion of the market in the nations it serves.

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WEEK 6: DIGITAL CITIZENSHIP CASE STUDY: SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS AND SLOW FASHION MOVEMENT

DEFINITION:

Fast fashion refers to the process of producing a large amount of garments in the shortest amount of time in order to ensure that consumers can be trendy and catch up with the latest fashion trends (Chi et al., 2021, p. 102). Thus, it damages the environment with carbon emissions, synthetic fibers (taking up to 200 years to decompose), water pollution, and other wastes (Brewer, 2019, p. 2). In contrast, slow fashion (aka sustainable/eco fashion, thrifting, and ethical consumption) focuses on people and the planet's long-term well-being and the quality of products (Domingos et al., 2022, p. 1). Hence, slow fashion garments need more production time compared to fast fashion.

SLOW FASHION INFLUENCERS AND HOW THEY CAN MAKE IMPACT ON THE MOVEMENT

Notably, it is seen that slow fashion is being supported by consumers over recent years (Domingos et al., 2022, p. 2), and social media influencers in the slow fashion industry play a crucial role in contributing to that positive result. And here are three examples showing how slow fashion influencers contribute to the slow fashion industry:

Promoting sustainable garment brands

According to Lai et al. (2017, p. 94), consumers will have the intention to buy slow-fashion garments if the garments are available and convenient for them to shop. As digital citizens, slow fashion influencers have the right to promote and advertise for brands (Jacobson & Harrison, 2021, p. 153), and this right contributes to the slow fashion movement when it increases the intention to buy slow fashion garments because consumers now know where to shop slow fashion garments conveniently. Kara Fabella (Instagram account: theflippside), a slow fashion influencer, has used Instagram to advertise Saver, a thrift store located in Walnut Creek, USA (Figure 1). By advertising Saver, consumers living in Walnut and nearby Walnut will be more convenient when buying slow-fashion products.

Figure 1: Slow fashion influencer advertise a thrift shop

Changing perception

Regarding Ajzen (1991, as cited in Chi et al., 2021, p. 102), one of the factors that impacts consumers’ buying behaviors towards sustainable fashion products is their perception of doing a behavior. Particularly, if consumers perceive that it is hard to shop sustainably and ethically, they will not be likely to perform their actions. Thus, slow fashion influencers have the power to influence consumers to act on sustainable practices by communicating with them (Jacobson & Harrison, 2021, p. 154). Through communication, slow fashion influencers can persuade consumers that it is easy to take actions for the slow fashion movement, which is shown through the case of another slow fashion influencer, Heidi Kaluza (Instagram account: the_rogue_essentials), when she posted content showing how easy it is to take actions on the movement; those actions include consignment, resale, thrift, borrowing, swapping, mend, etc., and giving explanations about “emerging brands” to her audiences (Figure 2).

Figure 2: Changing consumers’ perception about taking actions for slow fashion movement

Promoting slow fashion’s behaviors

Short (2022) claims that consumers now depend more on social media influencers in their purchase journey (p. 16); thus, their behaviors are impacted by social media influencers because of observational learning. Understanding this, slow fashion influencer Kathleen Illustrated has created content promoting slow fashion’s behaviors, specifically thrifting, to her audiences. Thrifting is included in the message of slow fashion, which is not “do not buy” new clothes, but it is about reducing the consumption speed and the quantification and buying more sustainable products (Chi et al., 2021, p. 102). Kathleen’s content is about every aspect of thrifting, from thrifting trends to thrifting places to how to style thrifty outfits, etc; furthermore, her posting frequency is regular (Figure 3). Thus, influencing the consumers’ behaviors in the long term.

Figure 3: Promoting thrifting

In conclusion, slow fashion influencers contribute to the slow fashion movement in various ways, and they play a vital role in spreading the slow fashion movement.

REFERENCES

Brewer, M. K. (2019). Slow Fashion in a Fast Fashion World: Promoting Sustainability and Responsibility. Laws, 8(4), 1–9. MDPI. https://doi.org/10.3390/laws8040024

Chi, T., Gerard, J., Yu, Y., & Wang, Y. (2021). A study of U.S. consumers’ intention to purchase slow fashion apparel: understanding the key determinants. International Journal of Fashion Design, Technology and Education, 14(1), 101–112. https://doi.org/10.1080/17543266.2021.1872714

Domingos, M., Vale, V. T., & Faria, S. (2022). Slow Fashion Consumer Behavior: A Literature Review. Sustainability, 14(5), 1–15. https://doi.org/10.3390/su14052860

Jacobson, J., & Harrison, B. (2021). Sustainable fashion social media influencers and content creation calibration. International Journal of Advertising, 41(1), 1–28. https://doi.org/10.1080/02650487.2021.2000125

Lai, Z., Henninger, C. E., & Alevizou, P. J. (2017). An Exploration of Consumers’ Perceptions Towards Sustainable Fashion – A Qualitative Study in the UK. In C. E. Henninger (Ed.), Sustainability in Fashion (pp. 81–101). https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-51253-2_5

Short, H. L. (2022). EXPLORING THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS IN EXPLORING THE ROLE OF SOCIAL MEDIA INFLUENCERS IN PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE FASHION ON TWITTER PROMOTING SUSTAINABLE FASHION ON TWITTER (pp. i–59) [Master’s Theses].

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How to Install locast.org/activate on Various Device?

"locast.org/activate" associated with Locast, a nonprofit streaming service that provides local TV channels in the United States. However, the installation and usage of Locast on various devices are relatively straightforward. Here's a general guide on how to install and use Locast on different devices:

Before You Begin:

Ensure you have a stable internet connection.

Create a Locast account on the official website (https://www.locast.org/) if you haven't already. It's free, but they may ask for a donation to support their service.

Installing and Using Locast on Different Devices:

1. Web Browser (Windows/Mac):

Open a web browser on your computer.

Visit the Locast website at https://www.locast.org/.

Select your location to access local channels.

You can stream local channels directly from the website.

2. Mobile Devices (iOS/Android):

Go to your device's app store (Apple App Store for iOS, Google Play Store for Android).

Search for the "Locast" app and install it.

Open the Locast app.

Select your location to access local channels.

You can watch local channels through the app.

3. Streaming Devices (e.g., Roku, Amazon Fire TV, Apple TV):

Go to your device's app store or channel store.

Search for the "Locast" app and install it.

Open the Locast app.

Select your location to access local channels.

Use your streaming device's remote to navigate and watch local channels via the app.

Please note that the availability and compatibility of the Locast app may vary depending on your location and the specific device you're using. Additionally, the service's status and any changes to its activation process might have occurred after my last update in September 2021. Therefore, it's a good idea to visit the official Locast website or contact their support for the most up-to-date information on installation and activation.

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How to book GTC Cabs at Delhi airport?

To book a GTC Cab at Delhi airport, you can follow these steps:

Visit the GTC Cabs website or download their mobile app from the App Store or Google Play Store.

Enter your pick-up location as "Delhi Airport" and your destination.

Select the type of cab you want to book, such as a sedan, hatchback, or SUV, and enter the number of passengers and luggage.

Choose your payment method, such as cash, credit/debit card, or e-wallet.

Confirm your booking and wait for the driver to arrive at the airport. You can track the driver's location and estimated time of arrival on the GTC Cabs app.

Alternatively, you can also book a GTC Cab at the airport by visiting their kiosk, which is located within the airport premises. At the kiosk, you can provide your details, including your destination and preferred type of cab, and the GTC representative will help you book a cab.

Does GTC Cabs charge extra for airport?

GTC Cabs may charge extra for airport pick-up or drop-off depending on the type of cab you choose and the distance of your destination. The fare for an airport pick-up or drop-off is usually higher than a regular point-to-point trip due to additional charges like airport entry fee, parking charges, and other levies. However, the exact charges may vary depending on the time of day, type of cab, and other factors.

To know the exact fare for your trip with GTC Cabs, you can check their mobile app or website or contact their customer support. They may also provide you with an estimated fare before you confirm your booking. It is advisable to confirm all the charges and fares before booking a cab to avoid any confusion or surprise charges later.

Is GTC Cabs available 24 hours in Delhi?

Yes, GTC Cabs operates 24 hours a day in Delhi. You can book a GTC Cab at any time of the day or night, depending on your requirements. The cab service is available for both pick-up and drop-off to any location within and outside the city. You can book a GTC Cab through their mobile app or website or by visiting their kiosk, which is open 24/7. Additionally, GTC Cabs provides round-the-clock customer support to assist you with any queries or issues related to your booking or trip.

How much is a taxi from Delhi to Dehradun?

The taxi fare from Delhi to Dehradun can vary depending on several factors such as the type of taxi, the time of day, the distance of the journey, and the duration of the trip.

As of my knowledge cutoff date of September 2021, the approximate fare for a one-way taxi ride from Delhi to Dehradun ranges from INR 2500 to INR 4000 for a non-AC hatchback or sedan, while a larger vehicle like an SUV may cost between INR 4000 to INR 6000. These rates are subject to change and may vary based on current market conditions.

It is advisable to check with different taxi operators or cab services and compare their rates before booking a ride. Additionally, it is important to confirm all the charges and fares before booking to avoid any confusion or additional charges later.

Which transport is best from Delhi to Dehradun?

There are several transport options available for travel from Delhi to Dehradun, and the best one for you will depend on your personal preferences, budget, and travel needs.

Here are some of the most popular transport options for travel from Delhi to Dehradun:

Taxi/Cab: A taxi or cab is a convenient and comfortable option for traveling from Delhi to Dehradun. It offers the flexibility of choosing your own departure time and allows you to stop at any point during the journey. You can book a taxi or cab from various operators, including GTC Cabs, Ola, Uber, and local taxi operators.

Bus: Several private and government-operated buses are available from Delhi to Dehradun. The buses operate at regular intervals and are an affordable option for travel. The journey takes around 6-8 hours depending on the bus service and traffic conditions.

Train: Dehradun is well-connected to Delhi by train, and there are several trains that run between the two cities. The train journey takes around 5-6 hours, and it is a comfortable and budget-friendly option for travel.

Air: The fastest way to travel from Delhi to Dehradun is by taking a flight. There are several airlines that operate flights between Delhi and Dehradun, and the journey takes around 1 hour. However, this option can be more expensive compared to the other transport options.

In summary, the best transport option from Delhi to Dehradun depends on your budget, travel needs, and personal preferences. If you prefer comfort and flexibility, then a taxi or cab may be the best option for you. If you want a budget-friendly option, then a bus or train may be a good choice. And if you want to save time and don't mind paying a higher price, then a flight may be the best option for you.

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"Shadows Amidst Snowstorms" Version 2.3 Update Notice

To ensure all Travelers have the best-possible Genshin Impact experience, our developers will soon begin performing update maintenance. After this is complete, the game will update to a new version.

After Travelers install the new game client, they will be able to continue playing. It is recommended to install the update over a Wi-Fi connection owing to the large file size.

While the update maintenance is in progress, Travelers will be unable to log in to the game. Please take note of the update time and schedule your game time accordingly to avoid losing your progress. We hope Travelers will bear with us during the disruption. > <

〓Update Schedule〓

Update maintenance begins on 2021/11/24 06:00 (UTC+8) and is estimated to take 5 hours.

〓How to Update Game Client〓

PC: Close the game, open the Genshin Impact Launcher, and click Update.

iOS: Open the App Store and tap Update.

Android: Open the game and follow the directions on-screen.

PlayStation®4 and PlayStation®5: Highlight Genshin Impact from the Home Screen, press the "OPTIONS" button, and select "Check for Update."

Please do not hesitate to contact Customer Service if you encounter any issues installing the new version. We will do our very best to resolve the issue.

〓Compensation Details〓

Maintenance Compensation: Primogems ×300

(60 Primogems for every hour the servers are down. No change to compensation amount if the update is completed early.)

〓Eligibility〓

Maintenance Compensation: Travelers who reach Adventure Rank 5 or above before 2021/11/24 06:00 (UTC+8).

Please claim before the end of Version 2.3.

Our developers will distribute compensation to Travelers via in-game mail within 5 hours after the update maintenance is finished. The mail will expire after 30 days, so don't forget to claim the attached compensation in time.

〓Update Details〓

I. New Characters

5-Star Character "Hanamizaka Heroics" Arataki Itto (Geo)

◇ Vision: Geo

◇ Weapon: Claymore

◇ The first and greatest head of the Arataki Gang, famed throughout Inazuma City's Hanamizaka... Wait, what? You've never heard of them? Are you trying to be funny here?

4-Star Character "Canine Warrior" Gorou (Geo)

◇ Vision: Geo

◇ Weapon: Bow

◇ The great general of Watatsumi Island's forces. He is deeply trusted by his subordinates.

II. New Domain

New Domain of Blessing: Slumbering Court

◇ This great hall stood when Seirai Island neither had the name it has now, nor had it yet been stained with the color of thunder. The scenery within will probably never change, either.

◇ Unlock Criteria: Reach Adventure Rank 30 or above and complete the quest "Ritou Escape Plan."

◆ Challenge the Domain to obtain artifacts in the Ocean-Hued Clam and Husk of Opulent Dreams sets.

Located at Seirai Island.

III. New Equipment

1. New Weapons

Cinnabar Spindle (4-Star Sword)

Redhorn Stonethresher (5-Star Claymore)

2. New Artifact Sets

Husk of Opulent Dreams (4-Star and 5-Star)

Ocean-Hued Clam (4-Star and 5-Star)

IV. New Events

"Shadows Amidst Snowstorms" Event: Take part and obtain the event-exclusive weapon, Cinnabar Spindle (Sword)

During the "Shadows Amidst Snowstorms" event, take part in "Born of the Snow" gameplay and complete various challenges in the Dragonspine area to obtain Cinnabar Spindle (Sword). Collect Snowstrider Emblems and Mysterious Emblems to exchange for rewards such as event-exclusive Weapon Refinement Materials, Crown of Insight, Weapon Ascension Materials, Talent Level-Up Materials, Hero's Wit, Mora, and Mystic Enhancement Ore from the Event Shop.

〓Event Duration〓

〓Eligibility〓

Reach Adventure Rank 20 or above and complete the Archon Quest "For a Tomorrow Without Tears"

Complete Princeps Cretaceus Chapter: Act I - "Traveler Observation Report" and Joel's "Lost in the Snow" Quest

*During the event, the Adventure Rank required to accept Albedo's Story Quest "Traveler Observation Report" will be adjusted to 20. Story Keys will not be required to unlock it.

V. New Main Story

1. New Story Quest

Arataki Itto's Story Quest - Taurus Iracundus Chapter: Act I "Rise Up, Golden Soul"

2. New Hangout Events

Hangout Events: Series IV

Hangout Event: Gorou - Act I "The Canine General's Special Operations"

Hangout Event: Beidou - Act I "When the Crux Shines Bright"

VI: New Gadget

Omni-Ubiquity Net

VII. New Enemy

Golden Wolflord

◇ King of the Riftwolves.

VIII. Other Additions

● Gameplay

1. New Recipes: Unagi Chazuke, Five Pickled Treasures, Sakura Shrimp Crackers, Victorious Legend, and Way of the Strong

2. New Achievements added to the "Wonders of the World" and "Memories of the Heart" categories

3. New Namecards: Travel Notes: Lyratum, Gorou: Leisurely Hound, and Itto: Oni Face

4. New Furnishings: Leisure Device: Rhythmic Sprinter, Lingering Moment, and more

5. New companion added to the Serenitea Pot Move-In System: Paimon

6. Optimization for set retrieval function: it is now possible to retrieve missing Furnishings in a specific set in your home with one click (Furnishings cannot be in other sets)

7. Adjustments to the default sorting sequence of the Artifacts tab in the Inventory and on the Character Artifacts page. After the adjustment, the default Artifact sorting sequence is now: Quality > Level > Set > Location > Quantity of Affixes

8. New locking function in the Artifacts acquisition screen

9. Click on "Stardust Exchange" in the Source section of Character Level-Up Materials in the Inventory to go directly to the Stardust Exchange page

10. After using Domain Reliquary, you can view Artifact Attributes on the acquisition screen

11. Adds some prompts for loading screens.

12. In Co-Op Mode, when a Traveler leaves the party, their vacancy will be filled by a corresponding character from the host's original party composition before they entered Co-Op Mode

13. Spiral Abyss

Floor 11 Ley Line Disorders changed to:

• Geo DMG dealt by all party members increased by 60%.

• Physical DMG dealt by all party members' increased by 60%.

Updated the monster lineup on Floors 11 – 12 of the Spiral Abyss.

Starting from the first time that the Lunar Phase refreshes after updating to Version 2.3, the three Lunar Phases will be as follows：

Phase I:

Exacting Moon

You will obtain 1 Extract stack after obtaining a shard created through the Crystallize reaction, which will increase the DMG dealt by your active character by 8% for 10s. Max 3 stacks. When characters possessing 3 stacks obtain more Crystallize reaction-created shards, they will unleash a shockwave that deals True DMG to opponents. Shockwaves created this way can occur every 3s.

Phase II:

Stonesoul Moon

When there is a Geo construct near your active character, your Charged Attacks deal 30% more DMG and the Stamina they consumed is decreased by 50%.

Phase III:

Pureshade Moon

When a character deals Elemental DMG to opponents with a Normal ATK, Charged ATK, Plunging ATK, Elemental Skill, or Elemental Burst, all party members gain 10% Bonus DMG for that element, and will gain 10% more Bonus DMG every 3s until they obtain 100% Bonus Elemental DMG through this Blessing of the Abyssal Moon. When a character deals a different type of Elemental DMG to an opponent this way, the previous Elemental DMG Bonus gained will reset.

● Characters

1. The characters "Wise Innocence" Yanfei (Pyro), "Mujina Ninja" Sayu (Anemo), and "Crowfeather Kaburaya" Kujou Sara (Electro) will each have a new set of idle animations.

● Others

1. Adds a maximum limit to single-instance DMG of character and enemy Skill DMG, Elemental Reaction DMG, DMG dealt by mechanisms, and other DMG. Maximum DMG will not exceed 9,999,999.

2. Added support for the Chroma feature on Razer devices. If Travelers are using a Chroma-ready Razer device, you must update the Razer Synapse Control Panel to Version 3.6.515 or above and activate it to enable the Chroma feature.

〓Optimizations〓

● Characters

1. Optimizes the time of disappearance for the Dango during Thoma's idle animation.

● Enemies

1. Reduces the homing ability of the Hydro Specter's water ball attack.

2. Reduces the interruption ability of the Hydro Specter's water ball attack and the Geo Specter's rock attack.

3. Optimizes the explosion process of the Specters when they are defeated in their Petrification and Frozen states.

4. Decreases the distance traveled by the Rifthound when knocked back.

5. Optimizes the graphic performance of material effects of the Ruin Sentinel in its Frozen state.

● Audio

1. Adjusts and optimizes the Japanese, Korean, and English voice-over for certain characters and quests.

2. Adjusts and optimizes the sound of the "Floral Zither" gadget when playing.

● Other

1. Addition of Thunder Sakura Bough in a Thunder Barrier of the Autake Plains in Inazuma.

*For details on other bug fixes, please see the Version Update Details notice to be posted at 2021/11/24 07:00 (UTC+8).

*This is a work of fiction and is not related to any actual people, events, groups, or organizations.

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