Opinion – Page 242
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OpinionComment: Preparing for website traffic peaks
Week in, week out we read stories about websites failing in the face of overwhelming success.
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OpinionBoost for Argos as it stems decline
So used has the City become to dismal trading at Home Retail’s flagship Argos business that any sign of respite prompts jubilation.
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OpinionEcommerce skills gap is hard to fill
Mind the gap – the skills gap that is. Everyone knows that supply can’t meet demand when it comes to ecommerce roles.
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OpinionHow to stop landlords diluting your brand
All retailers, from carpet sellers to wine merchants, need stores that reflect their brand identity.
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OpinionRetailers always think the worst
The problems swirling around Esprit may not affect its recovery.
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OpinionSocial media is not about follows or likes
For retailers, social media can be much more than just a broadcast or customer service tool.
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OpinionRetail Surgery: How can I provide a seamless online experience during peak traffic times?
How can I ensure my website provides customers with a seamless experience during times of peak traffic?
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OpinionRetail Surgery: Is corporate barter a good solution to the problem of surplus stock?
Is corporate barter a good solution to the problem of surplus stock?
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OpinionDiamond Jubilee: A PR campaign to remember
The Diamond Jubilee marketers did a brilliant job on Britain’s super brand.
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OpinionSainsbury’s wins the battle but war goes on
Tesco and Sainsbury’s reporting of quarterly results within days of each other adds to the image of two heavyweights going head to head in the arena.
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OpinionBacking the mould-breaking retailers of tomorrow
The issues facing the retail industry are well known. Consumers are spending less, demanding greater convenience, shopping online and are increasingly value savvy.
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OpinionRetailers follow in Amazon’s footsteps
Supermarket group Sainsbury’s surprised on Tuesday, a day ahead of its quarterly update, with the acquisition of Anobii, an ebooks service and social network for book lovers.
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OpinionSupply chain management: An opportunity for transformation?
The world of retail has always been competitive and fast moving – in the current climate, where few are making sustained headway on sales and margin, agility and demand responsiveness are at an even greater premium.
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OpinionRetailers sign up to social gifting app Wrapp
Launched in the UK earlier this year, social gifting app Wrapp has attracted several big name retailers including Asos and Aurora.
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OpinionComment: Why is mobile payment failing in the US?
In the States, mobile payment is one of those magical concepts where all of the relevant players are in complete agreement that this is a must-have. And yet, despite the fact everyone says they want it, it’s not getting anywhere.
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OpinionThe unpredictable world of retail
Retail can sometimes be pretty predictable. Significant events such as market entries or exits, new launches or promotions, or changes to trading performance are often flagged up in advance.
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OpinionComment: Can Tesco be micro-managed?
Although “retail is detail”, as the great John Sainsbury famously said in the 1970s, Phil Clarke’s tendency towards micro-management at Tesco is worrying.
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OpinionLocation is more important than ever
As the economy tightens inexorably, location will be more important than ever
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OpinionComment: Can department stores work online?
Deprived of what makes them special, can department stores work online, asks Peter Williams.
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OpinionA sporting chance business confidence will rise
The rain poured down on the Jubilee weekend, but still a nation turned out in its millions to mark the Queen’s long-standing service.