All People articles – Page 205
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NewsAmazon tackled by MPs over delivery driver treatment
Amazon has been tackled by MPs over concerns that its delivery drivers are effectively being paid less than the national living wage.
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NewsSteinhoff chairman Wiese quits amid accounting scandal
Steinhoff chairman Christo Wiese has stepped down from the role in the wake of the group’s accounting scandal.
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NewsSports Direct investors block Ashley’s brother’s £11m
Sports Direct’s investors have blocked a proposed £11m payout to the brother of majority shareholder and founder Mike Ashley.
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NewsJohn Lewis poaches Body Shop exec and creates new role
John Lewis has poached a Body Shop exec and created the new role of partnership strategy director on a bid to future-proof its model.
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InterviewMichael Ward – the man Harrods can’t do without
Christmas is a crucial time for every retailer but some, like luxury department store group Harrods, really come into their own during the festive season.
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NewsMore than 800 Asda staff face pay cut or redundancy
Asda has launched a further round of cost-cutting under which more than 800 store staff may have their pay cut or be made redundant.
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NewsMove of the week: JLP’s new CIO Andrew Murphy
You can always tell when we’ve entered the heart of the ‘golden quarter’ by the slowdown in activity in the jobs market.
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Retail VoiceCould 2018 be the year of augmented humanity?
With technology becoming more natural and instinctive, will 2018 be the year where artificial intelligence meets emotional intelligence?
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OpinionKeynote: In the age of robots, human contact will be key
In the rush to keep up with consumer habits, such as the rise of social media and consumers’ desire for convenience and speed, the industry could be overlooking one of its strongest suites in the deck – people.
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NewsPoundworld chief executive Gerry Gray steps down
Poundworld’s chief executive Gerry Gray has exited the business for “personal reasons” after less than two years at the helm, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCrew Clothing chiefs quit amid sale to Exquisite Apparel
Crew Clothing’s chief executive and finance boss have quit the fashion firm following its sale to US-based clothing manufacturer Exquisite Apparel, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsSteinhoff boss Jooste resigns amid accounting scandal
Poundland owner Steinhoff’s chief executive Markus Jooste has stepped down with immediate effect as the group launches a probe into “accounting irregularities”.
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NewsJohn Lewis names Murphy new CIO as Coby exits
The John Lewis Partnership has named Andrew Murphy as its new chief information officer, to succeed Paul Coby.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Seven great examples of convenience retail
As grocers battle for share of the lucrative and growing convenience market, we take a look at some of the best innovations in c-stores globally.
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Retail VoiceThe impact of automation on the retail workforce
The impact of technology in the retail and logistics sectors will create huge opportunities for the most agile businesses.
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NewsMove of the week: Fenwick hires Feather as CEO
I must confess to being surprised at Robbie Feather’s appointment as Fenwick chief executive.
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NewsTheo Paphitis and Peter Jones sell Red Letter Days
Red Letter Days owners and Dragons’ Den alumni Theo Paphitis and Peter Jones have sold the experience business to Smartbox Group.
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NewsM&S raids Dixons Carphone for new digital director
M&S has hired Vic Self as its new digital director of clothing, home and food as it ramps up plans to become a digital-first retailer.
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NewsSports Direct 'front runner' to buy Brixton markets
Sports Direct has emerged as the front runner to snap up Brixton’s covered markets in a £30m swoop.
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AnalysisProfile: Fenwick’s first external CEO Robbie Feather
Robbie Feather is the first chief executive hired outside the Fenwick family, and should bring the benefits of his diverse background to the historic group.