All Retail Week articles in March 15 2013 – Page 4
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AnalysisVideo: Apple was a learning curve, says John Browett
John Browett, chief executive of Monsoon Accessorize, said his time at Apple was a huge learning curve in his career, speaking at Retail Week Live.
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NewsRetail Week Live: Adapt more for local markets, says Cath Kidston
A greater understanding of product with local relevance is key to international success, Cath Kidston chief executive Kenny Wilson told delegates at Retail Week Live.
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AnalysisVideo: Research the key to overseas expansion, retailers told
Retailers looking to break into international markets must do their homework before they make a major financial commitment, delegates at Retail Week Live have been told.
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NewsRetail Week Live: Aurora to shrink store estate as shoppers move online
Aurora, the group which owns brands Oasis, Warehouse and Coast, plans to shrink its store estate by between 30 and 40 stores per brand over the next five years, as online shopping surges.
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OpinionNick Bubb's Verdict: Is Morrisons getting the balance right?
Has Morrisons chief executive Dalton Philips struck the right balance between short-term tactical moves and long-term strategic investments?
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NewsRetail Week Live: Cheap 3G and better wi-fi will be game-changers in m-commerce
Ubiquitous wi-fi and cheap 3G on tablets will be big game-changers in mobile commerce over the next year according to retail’s ecommerce gurus.
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NewsRetail Week Live: Out-of-town retail parks will struggle, says Bill Grimsey
Out-of-town retail parks will suffer the same decline as high streets as shoppers move online, said Bill Grimsey, former boss of Focus DIY and author of Sold Out, at Retail Week Live today.
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NewsRetail Week Live: House of Fraser on the hunt for more click-and-collect-only stores
Department store House of Fraser is eyeing further locations for the click-and-collect stores it began trialling 18 months ago.
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AnalysisVideo: Highlights from Retail Week Live
Highlights from Retail Week Live 2013, including Jacqueline Gold, Chris Brook-Carter, Scott Weavers-Wright, Vince Cable, Andy Clarke and Mary Portas.
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AnalysisVideo: Portas review has not ended up in filing cabinet, says Mary Portas at Retail Week Live
The Portas Review has been “one of the most significant” developments for the retail industry, Mary Portas, the self-titled retail guru, said at Retail Week Live today.
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AnalysisVideo: Mary Portas defends towns after underspend controversy
Mary Portas, the self-styled retail guru, has defended criticism over how the Portas Pilot towns and local authorities that have been awarded funding from the Government have spent the money.
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AnalysisVideo: Argos boss questions the need for store staff in digital world
Argos managing director John Walden has warned that the role of the store sales person is under threat because of the depth of product information available digitally.
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AnalysisVideo: Mary Portas on the high street of the future
Sustainable high streets should put the needs of the community at its heart in future, according to self-styled retail guru Mary Portas at Retail Week Live today.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How do I protect my brand from infringement?
How do I protect my brand from infringement?
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the effects of cutting out middle management?
What are the effects of cutting out middle management?
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OpinionComment: Celebrating success at The Oracle Retail Week Awards
What does success look like in 2013? It’s a question that will increasingly be asked of retailers.
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AnalysisOracle Retail Week Awards: Sir Philip Green – taking retail to new levels
Sir Philip Green, winner of this year’s Outstanding Contribution to Retail award, talks about building his empire, US success and doing his bit for the industry.
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AnalysisIn pictures: Oracle Retail Week Awards 2013 - winners announced
Congratulations to all the winners of the Oracle Retail Week Awards 2013, which were presented last night at London’s Grosvenor House hotel.
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AnalysisIn pictures: Sir Philip Green collects Outstanding Contribution to Retail award
Sir Philip Green has been awarded the Outstanding Contribution to Retail award at the Oracle Retail Week Awards 2013.
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AnalysisIn pictures: VIP drinks reception, Oracle Retail Week Awards
Photos from the VIP drinks reception at the Oracle Retail Week Awards 2013.