All Supply chain articles – Page 72
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OpinionWhen preparation for peak pays off
Hermes chief executive Martijn de Lange on why planning ahead for peak trading periods will drive success through the supply chain.
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AnalysisDigital-first M&S and Christmas doubts
Words and numbers, December 8 2017: Patrick Bousquet on M&S’ digital strategy, Cyber Monday slumps, Black Friday’s online returns and the Co-op/Costcutter supply deal.
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NewsData: How high are shoppers’ Christmas delivery demands?
When it comes to Christmas delivery, customers expect more than ever before, according to exclusive Retail Week research.
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AnalysisVodcast: Why two-man delivery is the ultimate game changer
Watch the second in a three-part series, as Retail Week finds out from John Lewis and DHL why two-man delivery is crucial.
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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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NewsAmazon outpaces Lidl with rapid warehouse expansion
Amazon has snapped up more than five times as much warehousing space as its nearest retail rival this year, according to new research.
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NewsAmazon to launch Treasure Truck in the UK
Amazon is launching its Treasure Truck, which gives local shoppers access to exclusive deals, in the UK this month to drive festive sales.
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AnalysisThe blurring line between food retail and wholesale
It was just 10 months ago that Tesco’s £3.7bn swoop for wholesale giant Booker sent shockwaves coursing through the grocery industry.
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NewsCo-op strikes deal with Costcutter post Palmer & Harvey
The Co-op and Costcutter Supermarkets Group have signed a five-year deal under which the mutual will become the exclusive wholesale supplier to the symbol group.
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NewsPalmer & Harvey administration leaves 2,500 jobless
Wholesaler Palmer & Harvey has collapsed into administration, causing 2,500 redundancies and leaving another 900 jobs at risk.
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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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AnalysisAnalysis: How to set up an offshore hub
With the countdown to Brexit underway, a growing number of retailers that buy and sell goods in Europe are considering setting up offshore distribution hubs.
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NewsJohn Lewis invests in food and fulfilment tech start-ups
John Lewis Partnership has backed two more start-ups as part of its JLab investment programme.
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OpinionOpinion: Is price the only thing that matters?
As retailers feel the squeeze of inflation, CollectPlus chief executive Neil Ashworth argues the case for creative thinking to find efficiencies without compromising on experience.
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OpinionWhy Singles’ Day is no longer just for China
Hermes managing director Martijn de Lange looks at the rise and rise of China’s annual shopping event.
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OpinionBlog: Is retail’s supply chain ready for Black Friday?
The biggest retail day of the year is less than a week away. However, that day is now at the end of November rather than a few days before Christmas.
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AnalysisBooker gives Tesco tasty foodservice opportunity
While much of the focus on Tesco’s merger with wholesaler Booker has centred on retail competition issues, catering supply is one of the central motivators of the tie-up.
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NewsAmazon in row over drivers ‘paid below minimum wage’
Amazon is investigating allegations that one of its grocery delivery partners left drivers earning less than the minimum wage under a regime of fines and charges.
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Retail VoiceDigital tracking will be key to Christmas delivery success
DPD explains how its unique Your DPD app is set to play a leading role in the build-up to Christmas.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Innovations disrupting retail supply chains
The supply chain sector is often a test-bed for innovation. Nicola Smith looks at how the sector is adapting and who the disruptors are.