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AnalysisRichard Brasher
He may not have got the top job, but Tesco’s commercial chief will have a huge role as chief executive of its UK business next spring. Jennifer Creevy reports
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Succession planning
Tesco’s succession planning was praised following the announcement of Sir Terry Leahy’s retirement plans, but why is it so important retailers get this right?
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AnalysisInternational expansion: A world of opportunity for retailers
As UK growth slows talk of overseas expansion is once again high on the retail agenda, but retailers need to pick their international markets with care, finds Liz Morrell
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AnalysisEPoS: And your point is?
As retailers seek to improve the experience in their stores, what is most important to them when they are choosing a new EPoS system, asks Joanna Perry
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AnalysisCan Rewe Group continue its scale of sales growth?
German-based retailer Rewe Group passed the €50bn (£41.5bn) sales threshold for the first time last year. Total sales reached €50.91bn (£45.9bn) in the 2009 financial year - 2.7% up on the previous year. The number of stores increased 5% over the same period.Rewe’s sales clearly outperformed the overall market, with ...
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AnalysisSainsbury’s uses its loaf on training with new Bakery College
The grocer’s bakery staff are gaining the specialist skills needed at a new facility, says Joanne Ellul
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AnalysisKingfisher’s French connection
Kingfisher’s French arm has been an unsung hero for the DIY giant, achieving strong results in a tough market. Nicola Harrison reports from Lyon
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AnalysisWhat Apple means to retailers
Apple has again captivated consumers with its latest gadget, the iPad. Joanne Ellul pins down the brand’s enduring appeal and examines why the company is so important to other retailers
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AnalysisPaul Loft: Holding Homebase’s place
He may not court the limelight but the Homebase managing director is impressing by holding the retailer’s position in an increasingly competitive sector, says Nicola Harrison
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AnalysisTraffic Jams
As trade becomes increasingly unpredictable, Liz Morrell asks retailers whether it is down to multichannel, competition from leisure, the weather or something more fundamental
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AnalysisThe Chinese market
Last week Monsoon began a big push into China, where it is understood to be aiming to open up to 1,000 stores. Why are retailers heading east?
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AnalysisWalmart’s bid for world domination
With a renewed focus on price transparency, the US retailer plans to bring its value message to other countries. Jennifer Creevy reports from Bentonville
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AnalysisFamilyMart pushes ahead with international growth
This year is set to be an important year for Japanese convenience store giant FamilyMart.
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AnalysisWhat it’s like to work at Austin Reed Group
The inside view from chief executive Nick Hollingworth
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AnalysisHow to combat staff football fever
Managing shift requests for time off is a challenge during the World Cup.
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AnalysisFlower power
Canny operators are turning the humble garden centre into an anchor for retail schemes. Mark Faithfull unearths some trailblazing examples
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AnalysisThere’s a brand new world in store
Rebranding is often written off as no more than an expensive new logo. But when executed properly, the exercise can put a spotlight on real business change, as Joanna Perry discovers
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AnalysisJohn Clare: Can he revive revive JJB Sports?
The former DSGi chief faces a tough challenge to resuscitate JJB as its newly appointed chairman. George MacDonald assesses his credentials