Opinion – Page 114
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OpinionOpinion: Why automation is not the enemy for retail marketers
While the rise of automation will affect roles across the retail sector, the best marketing strategies will combine data with human insight.
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OpinionNick Bubb’s verdict: Sainsbury’s and Argos – does pride go before a fall?
With mighty Steinhoff wading into the Home Retail battle, Sainsbury’s may regret being seen to be so keen on the Argos deal.
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OpinionOpinion: Argos bid interest shows the retailer still remains relevant
Steinhoff’s bid to acquire Argos demonstrates the strength of the general merchandise retailer, despite its recent trading troubles.
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OpinionOpinion: What could the big four learn about presenting food from Eataly?
Italian slow food chain Eataly is yet to come to this country, but the big grocers could learn a lot from what it does elsewhere.
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OpinionOpinion: Why 2016 will be a make-or-break year for Andy Clarke at Asda
Given that Asda was about to unveil the worst quarterly sales performance in its history, boss Andy Clarke was remarkably positive.
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OpinionBlog: Improving convenience enhances the customer journey
Hermes’ Mark Pettit explains the how the company’s new service will help shoppers fit home delivery into their increasingly hectic lifestyles.
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OpinionOpinion: Mobilising the forces of retail online and in store
Physical store growth is the corollary of ecommerce not its victim, and these two are mobilising the sector in tandem.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers choose the right technology?
How can retailers choose the right technology?
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OpinionOpinion: A smarter approach to retailers’ smart home sales
Sales of internet-connected smart devices are on the rise. What can retailers do to capitalise on this technology trend?
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OpinionBlog: Fulfilment improvements are essential to retailers’ survival
Retail technology trade show NRF reinforced how vital it is for retailers to get their fulfilment offering right in the future.
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OpinionOpinion: Sunday trading rules are a great British compromise
Plans to reform Sunday trading will not address the problems of high streets and make the Government the enemy of entrepreneurial businesses.
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OpinionOpinion: Laws on restrictive covenants need clarifying following Tesco case
The case between High Peak Developments and Tesco concerning restrictive covenants highlights that clarity in this area is long overdue.
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OpinionOpinion: Rent, wear, return – is subscription the future of fashion?
Subscription-based models have transformed how people consume entertainment, could the same principle be applied to fashion?
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OpinionOpinion: Morrisons' price offensive puts Aldi on the back foot
The big four grocers are fighting back against discount retailer Aldi in the battle to win consumer spend.
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OpinionOpinion: Why Harris + Hoole is the cream in Tesco's coffee
At a time when Tesco is offloading many of its peripheral assets, the decision to hang on to coffee shop chain Harris + Hoole makes sense.
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OpinionOpinion: How could Sainsbury’s best integrate Argos' technology?
Sainsbury’s plans to expand its multichannel offer if it acquires Argos, and effective integration will be essential to achieve that.
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OpinionOpinion: Forget algorithms and remember retail’s about understanding people
As the industry becomes more reliant on big data, retailers must not forget that every customer touchpoint constitutes a brand experience.
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OpinionOpinion: Going global with an ecommerce brand is frisky business
Lovehoney co-founder Richard Longhurst shares his unique experience of coping with the various challenges of international expansion.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How to ensure your store revamp turns a profit
How can a retailer ensure its store revamp turns a profit?
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OpinionOpinion: What the rise of the robots means for retail jobs
As retail faces the living wage bill hike, could a robotic workforce become a reality, solving productivity and profit issues?