All Retail Week articles in September 11 2015 – Page 4
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AnalysisThe living wage: Retail bellwether Next examines the implications in its half-year results
Forget the weather, the hot topic for retail is the living wage. Since the Government announced the surprise measure, reaction has been varied.
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NewsDunelm injects more 'energy' into board ahead of next stage of growth
Dunelm is seeking to inject more “energy” into the business after overhauling the board ahead of its next period of growth.
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AnalysisMorrisons’ turnaround strategy: David Potts’ six-point plan
Morrisons first-half results revealed a devastating 35% slump in profits, but chief executive David Potts today outlined a turnaround plan.
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OpinionNick Bubb's verdict: Getting excited about wage rates and debtor levels?
Following Next’s half-year results, many retail bosses would be energised by the subjects of retail wage rates and credit account trends.
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NewsMorrisons' c-stores new owner My Local unveils £1bn Nisa supply deal
The new convenience store group My Local, which acquired Morrisons c-stores yesterday, has revealed a £1bn supply deal with Nisa.
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AnalysisThe key themes to emerge from the 'Super Thursday' results day
From Morrisons and Dixons to Next and John Lewis, a slew of retailers updated today. Here are the themes, from the living wage to productivity.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can retailers deal with extreme weather?
How can retailers deal with extreme weather?
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Lidl store openings and Primark
Retail news round-up on September 11, 2015: Lidl eyes dozens of new stores in London and Primark opens first US branch in Boston.
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VideoThe Retail Week: The big themes from retail's 'Super Thursday' results day
Catch up on this week’s big retail stories with analysis from executive editor George MacDonald and content editor Nicola Harrison.
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VideoWatch: The retailers and tech disrupting sales of big-ticket items online
Retail Week’s latest report, in association with DHL, zeroes in on the new rules of engagement for the home and leisure sector.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis weekly sales helped by cooler weather
Sales at John Lewis department stores climbed 11% to £86.8m last week, a better performance after a tough time during August.
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NewsShop Direct call centres likely to close as call volumes decline
Two Shop Direct call centres will likely shut over the next 18 months as communication with consumers increasingly becomes digital.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Has furniture reached its online tipping point?
Furniture and home furnishing sales have been rooted in bricks-and-mortar stores, but things are changing as shoppers move online.
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OpinionComment: Primark’s impressive Boston store draws the crowds
Primark’s American invasion is under way and the retailer’s in-store design and competitive pricing looks set to make its mark on Boston.
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OpinionComment: Ikea offers brilliant lessons in the detail of retail
My favourite retailer is Ikea. It such a successful business and it offers so much for companies to learn about focusing on details.
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OpinionApple integrating App Store onto TV set-top box will revolutionise ecommerce
One thing is for sure, the App Store-enabled fourth-generation Apple TV ecosystem will have a profound effect on the customer journey.
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OpinionComment: A reality check for retailers on the challenges of the 'new normal'
For any retailer seeking to understand the business model of the future, it is vital to understand how shopper attitudes and behaviours are changing.
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CartoonBlower’s retail cartoon: Primark lands on US soil in Boston
Retail Week cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on Primark’s Boston store, the first of its planned US openings.
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NewsSainsbury's lands in China through tie-up with ecommerce giant Alibaba
Sainsbury’s has launched in China through a partnership with Alibaba’s Tmall website five years after first exploring an entry into the country.
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VideoWatch: Remembering revered retail designer Rodney Fitch
The memorial service for Rodney Fitch was held this week. Some of the attendees shared their memories of the designer and his impact on retail.