Supply Chain & Logistics
News about retail supply chain management
Supply Chain In Depth
10 ways to compete with Amazon
Amazon’s sales growth this week showed that the etailer continues to power on. It commands respect from retailers, but its relentless expansion also generates fear. We assess how retailers can best compete with the digital Goliath. Gemma Goldfingle and Alex Lawson report.
‘We are not going to be an also-ran’ says Tesco chief
After Tesco’s worst Christmas for two decades, chief executive Philip Clarke reveals how he plans to get the grocer back on track. Alex Lawson reports.
Building a global empire
Fashion tycoon Sir Philip Green is seeking out new growth opportunities despite harsh trading conditions at home. George MacDonald reports.
What challenges does the Olympics bring for retailers?
The athletes may be the stars of the show, but London 2012 is proving to be a challenge for retailers too. Rebecca Thomson looks at the supply chain conundrums it will bring.
Price premiums
Retailers are beginning to analyse prices along a product’s lifecycle in order to maximise their returns, finds Joanna Perry.
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Making a world of difference
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Time to bring delivery home
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International growing pains
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Ten secrets of a happy supplier marriage
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Supply chain by sea: embracing the challenges
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Brightening the store workforce
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The catalogue retailer comes of age online
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Back to the source
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Behind the scenes at Sports Direct
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Completing the supply chain story
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Winning in tough times
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Being in the know
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Knowing the unknown
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Up against the clock
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Cleaning up
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Retail Surgery
What are the main differences between ERP and Best of Breed supply chain solutions?
I need to replace my current supply chain system, but don’t know whether to select an ERP or a Best of Breed application. What are the main differences between the two solutions?
What are the key changes to the London Low Emission Zone next year?
Can you outline the key changes to the Mayor’s changes to the London Low Emission Zone next year? To what extent will it affect retailers?
Digital edition
There are still ways to reduce costs
Retailers face yet another tough year after the annus horribilis of 2011.
Supply Chain News
Retailers "lead the way" in resource efficiency
Retailers are “leading the way in improving resource efficiency while reducing environmental impact”, according to a British Retail Consortium (BRC) report.
Strong online sales drive John Lewis growth
John Lewis sales rose 11.4% last week driven by a “cracking” online performance.
SuperGroup eyes efficiency savings with new warehouse
SuperGroup is to move to a new distribution centre which is set to make its operation more efficient.
