Club Insights

GemTAGS Moves Closer to the Centre of Jewellery Retail Operations

GemTAGS has announced new integrations with Shopify and Lightspeed, allowing jewellers to print labels directly from their existing retail systems

The Valuation Profession Is Quietly Entering a New Era

The 2026 NAJ Valuers’ Conference reflected growing momentum behind education, professional development and new talent entering the valuation profession

GemINTRO and NAJ Endorsed Status: A Clearer Entry Point for Gemmology

Gem-A’s GemINTRO course receives NAJ Endorsed status, highlighting a more defined and accessible starting point for gemmology education

GIA’s ‘In the Spotlight’ Reframes How Gemstones Are Understood

GIA’s ‘In the Spotlight’ feature highlights how gemstones are being reframed through culture, history and meaning, not just science

Club Insight: Mandatory Diamond Screening Signals a Reset for Valuation Standards

The Institute of Registered Valuers now requires diamond screening in every valuation, marking a clear shift in how the trade responds to the rise of lab-grown stones

Club Insight: World Diamond Day Is the Industry’s Most Coordinated Consumer Push Yet

Launching April 8, World Diamond Day invites the industry and consumers to share real diamond stories, marking a broader shift in how natural diamonds are positioned

Reverse Benchmarking: The Jewellery Industry’s Missed Advantage

A shift in thinking could redefine jewellery retail, as reverse benchmarking focuses on emotional impact over traditional measures like price, product and efficiency

The Storefront Gap

Why many jewellers’ websites fail to reflect the quality of their craft — and how the digital storefront is now shaping trust before a customer ever steps inside

The Hidden Risks of Buying Jewellery Online: Why Hallmarks Still Matter

A new consumer guide highlights the risks of buying jewellery online, from missing UK hallmarks to misleading metal descriptions and unregulated overseas sellers