All People articles – Page 216
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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.
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NewsFenwick poaches Argos executive Feather as new boss
Fenwick has poached Sainsbury’s Argos commercial director Robbie Feather as its first chief executive from outside the founding family, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsCollectPlus boss Ashworth takes on additional Yodel role
CollectPlus chief executive Neil Ashworth is to take on additional responsibilities at owner Yodel, the delivery company.
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NewsSports Direct seeks to pay Mike Ashley’s brother £11m
Sports Direct has called a shareholders’ general meeting next month to approve an £11m payment to controversial founder Mike Ashley’s brother, John.
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OpinionAndy Clarke: The changing face of Black Friday
Black Friday bargains and promotions have been everywhere for the past couple of weeks.
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NewsN Brown chief operating officer Haywood departs
N Brown’s chief operating officer Andy Haywood is exiting the business, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsSteinhoff UK poaches new digital boss from The Range
Steinhoff UK has poached Alexander Bartholomew from The Range to head up its ecommerce and digital functions at Harveys and Bensons for Beds.