Opinion – Page 190
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Opinion
Blog: Squaring the circle - where next for retail?
Omnichannel is the word of the moment. But what does it actually mean? For us, it’s about delivering a consistent brand experience across every single customer touchpoint.
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OpinionComment: A stronger Co-op will be good for the sector
There’s a lot to like about what the Co-operative Group stands for and the values that permeate how it conducts its business.
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OpinionComment: Primark is successful because it keeps changing
The discount fashion retailer shows that success is posited as much upon store environment as it is upon the offer on display.
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OpinionComment: Greater innovation is helping mobile commerce to thrive
According to the IMRG Capgemini e-Retail Sales Index, the proportion of online sales made through mobile devices doubled in the three months to the end of July.
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OpinionBlog: Landlords must embrace digital
Bringing physical and digital together in the shopping centre environment.
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OpinionComment: Royal Mail strike could cause Christmas delivery chaos
A planned strike by Royal Mail workers could leave retailers in a tight spot over Christmas as etail becomes increasingly vital.
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OpinionComment: No time like the present for the retail property market
Bullring’s 10th birthday is a timely reminder of how far UK retail outside of the capital has come in the past decade.
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OpinionComment: Retail can cash in on the feel-good factor with TV advertising
I bought shares in Sainsbury’s, Next and Marks & Spencer last month, tangibly supporting my conviction.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can I crack the Chinese luxury ecommerce market?
How can I crack the Chinese luxury ecommerce market?
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can I maximise sales from overseas visitors to my store?
How can I maximise sales from overseas visitors to my store?
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OpinionComment: Grimsey Review means nothing without Government support
Saving the British High Street is like jumping the Grand Canyon. We know some retailers like John Lewis and Next are successful but many remain rooted to the spot, hoping someone will offer them a helping hand.
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OpinionNick Bubb’s Verdict: Dixons – could the 'dream scenario' come true?
Shareholders in Dixons have been haunted by the prospect of the UK recovery being frittered away by persistent losses in peripheral businesses.
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OpinionBlog: Tesco UK chief Chris Bush on the grocer's approach to the changing high street
When Tesco announces it wants to open a store in a town, some assume it’s a foregone conclusion that the store will be built eventually. In reality it is only ever the start of a process of planning and consultation.
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OpinionComment: Promotions versus Everyday Low Prices at Asda
I notice that Asda is once again saying that Everyday Low Prices (EDLP) is driving its volume growth. Apparently £100m annual EDLP investment will prove more sustainable than going for top-line growth through promotions.
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OpinionComment: Government's lack of innovation will be biggest obstacle for Grimsey
Bill Grimsey’s report adds to many of the elements raised by the Portas Pilot Review and introduces new ideas for an alternative future for our High Streets.
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OpinionComment: Relieving rates burden would be real retail fix
Bill Grimsey and Mary Portas may have more in common than either would care to admit. Both have passionately articulated the vast challenge that faces high street retailers.
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OpinionComment: Terry Duddy's legacy at Argos and Home Retail
Other than founder Richard Tompkins, perhaps nobody is more associated with Argos than Terry Duddy, chief executive of parent Home Retail, who has revealed he will step down by next July.
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OpinionBlog: The Co-operative uses Snapchat to target student shoppers
The Co-operative hasn’t always been known for its innovative use of new technologies, but it has been one of the first to use Snapchat as a marketing medium.
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OpinionComment: Would Morrisons/Ocado merit a mention in Robert Peston Goes Shopping?
Robert Peston’s TV programme on shopping on Monday made enthralling viewing.
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OpinionComment: Old-fashioned customer service goes a long way in retail
The battle between online and multichannel retailers shows no sign of abating, despite the Government seemingly dismissing the call for an online sales tax.