All Supply chain articles – Page 128
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AnalysisAnalysis: Evaluating sourcing strategies
Retailers need to revisit their sourcing strategies constantly, juggling and rejigging the equations of supply, demand and delivery. Liz Morrell investigates which regions they currently favour.
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OpinionComment: Releasing the hidden profits in your supply chain
With global sourcing and extended supply chains, it’s likely there are several points of margin hiding in your buying, supply chain and finance functions.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Olympic legacy for supply chain
New supply chain ideas tried out at the London 2012 Olympics could change the way retailers operate in the UK. Alison Clements finds out what lessons have been learnt.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Supply chain's super energy savers
Creating a more environmentally friendly supply chain can go hand in hand with reducing costs, as retailers find new ways to drive efficiencies. Matthew Valentine looks at some innovative approaches.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The future of supply chain solutions
Supply chain directors need an innovative mindset to meet the challenges posed by the multichannel retail landscape. Gina Lovett reports on how they are responding.
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NewsHarrods unveils new distribution centre as it prepares for growth
Harrods has unveiled its new distribution centre as part of its growth strategy.
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OpinionRetail Surgery: Is RFID a cost-efficient way to improve my supply chain?
I’ve read a lot about RFID and how it can help improve my supply chain, but is it a cost-efficient way of doing so?
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NewsFailed first time deliveries expected to cost etailers £851m this year
Failed first time deliveries are expected to cost etailers £851m in 2012.
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OpinionComment: Retailers need to offer delivery choice to keep customers happy
If the customer is ‘king’, we’re now experiencing consumers wield their power, as we witness an irreversible shift from the few to the many.
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AnalysisIn pictures: Retail Week Supply Chain Awards 2012
Industry leaders gathered last week for the Hermes Retail Week Supply Chain Awards, celebrating the best and most innovative projects in this vital field of work.
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News
UK and Germany named 'easy' markets for expanding retailers
The availability of prime locations, the maturity of the retail property and an open business environment make the UK the second easiest market for retailers seeking to expand, according to a new report.
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NewsArcadia considers group sourcing strategy
Arcadia Group is looking to introduce fundamental changes to its sourcing strategy, working on a group-wide basis rather than individual fascias.
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OpinionComment: Raining on retailers' parades
The great British summer is here and we’re moving from sweltering in our jumpers to shivering in summer clothing within a matter of minutes.
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NewsWaitrose signs deal to use voice-activated systems
Waitrose has signed a deal to use voice-activated technology in its warehouses.
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AnalysisOutsourcing: Is it right for your business?
Retail is about selling products, so outsourcing non-core business functions can make sense for retailers. Anna Richardson Taylor examines the issue.
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NewsHalfords mulls introducing rapid delivery for car parts
Car part and cycles specialist Halfords is looking at fast-delivery options, including Shutl, for customers making distress purchases.
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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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OpinionThe Irresistibility of cross-border online sales
It would appear that the tangled web of product return laws, migraine-inducing logistical challenges, and an intricate tapestry of local laws, regulations and practices are not enough to deter Europe’s top retailers from pursuing cross-border online sales in the region.
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OpinionWhat impact will the recession have online?
So we’re in recession again. Cue further rending of garments and raise the wailing a semitone or two. The tune’s becoming familiar now.
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NewsCharlie Mayfield: We need to focus on capability
Retailers need to equip their staff with the right skills enabling them to tackle the uncertain future, John Lewis chief executive Charlie Mayfield believes.