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AnalysisSocial network
Investing in a leisure programme for staff may sound lavish but it can pay off
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AnalysisLet the Christmas countdown begin
November is upon us and the festivities - for retailers at least - are in full swing. With seven trading weeks left to go, Liz Morrell offers seven top tips to ensure the peak period goes smoothly
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AnalysisThe influence of online on global retail
The digital revolution was the hot topic at the World Retail Congress last week and is changing every aspect of the industry.
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AnalysisHow to turn online sales into a profit
Selling online is one thing, making money from it is quite another. Charlotte Hardie reveals how to convert clicks into profit
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AnalysisAndrew Harrison
As Carphone Warehouse reveals its interim results, George MacDonald finds out what drives Best Buy Europe’s chief operating officer to greater heights
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AnalysisChristmas shopping events
It may be too soon to put up the Christmas lights, but it’s not too soon for retailers to plan how they can capitalise on the festive events geared to get shoppers spending
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AnalysisWalmart rethinks majority stake offer for Massmart
The latest news from South Africa suggests Walmart is considering scaling back its offer to acquire a majority stake in Massmart following discussions with its shareholders. Walmart had previously announced a non-binding proposal, which could lead to a cash offer to acquire the entire issued share capital of Massmart, on September 27.
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Get Set for a More Exciting Point of Sale
Designed as a retail fraud-buster, chip and PIN has brought an unexpected twist to POS evolution – it has put the payment terminal in the hands of the consumer; creating a unique customer touch-point. Few would argue that payment devices are now a powerful part of the overall retail experience. While speed, security and reliability are vital; so is the ability to make transactions easier, more convenient and also rich in appeal for a population whose attitudes towards technology have changed dramatically since the introduction of EMV.
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AnalysisMobile-smart staff
Smartphone training is key to improving shoppers’ perceptions of sales staff, finds Liz Morrell
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AnalysisHow online is changing the outlet model
EBay has made clear its ambitions for its online fashion outlet store. What does that mean for physical outlet centres? Mark Faithfull reports
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AnalysisA world of international retail opportunities
Emerging markets globally have retail potential, but could any be the new China? By Tim Danaher
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AnalysisCan workers provide a big break for WHSmith?
The retailer - more used to operating in railway stations - believes the workplace could prove to be an untapped source of growth. George MacDonald examines the venture’s potential
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AnalysisChristmas advertising campaigns
As the growth of Christmas ad spend slows, how are retailers making the most of their budgets and catching the eye of the consumer?
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AnalysisMartin Harris
Bellwether Carpetright updated this week. Nicola Harrison profiles the man widely expected to succeed founder Lord Harris at the helm
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AnalysisUS stores gear up for the third largest retail event
This week, US retailers will be getting out the fake spider webs and Lady Gaga costumes for the country’s third largest retail event. US Halloween sales are expected to reach $5.8bn (£3.7bn), according to the National Retail Federation (NRF).
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AnalysisDelivering a decade of top shopping destinations
What is it that makes a great shopping development? Over the next five pages Mark Faithfull highlights the best of the past decade