All Analysis articles – Page 193
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AnalysisInfographic: What causes the most complaints in retail?
Retail has been named as the most complained about sector in the UK. Find out what regions complain the most and what most riles consumers.
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AnalysisInternational news analysis: Spar concept uses cafe concessions for growth
Spar’s latest concept store in Dublin uses a combination of fresh food offers and third-party food concessions to increase sales.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What opportunities are there for retailers in South Korea?
As Mothercare continues its Asia expansion by launching stores and online in South Korea, what does this mean for retailers looking to break into the country?
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AnalysisPeople: Who changed jobs in January – retail's top people moves
Tesco’s appointment of Matt Davies and Barry Williams’ promotion at Asda – which retail moves and exits are making waves in 2015 so far?
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AnalysisNeed to know: The Groceries Code Adjudicator's investigation into Tesco
The Groceries Code Adjudicator (GCA) has begun an investigation into Tesco following its £263m overstatement of profits last year.
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AnalysisIn the news: Groceries Code Adjudicator Christine Tacon profiled
Who is Christine Tacon, the Groceries Code Adjudicator, and does the regulator have any teeth to punish supermarket misconduct?
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AnalysisAnalysis: Cautious optimism in uncertain times for the retail sector
Retail 2015, produced by Retail Week in association with Kurt Salmon, reveals what industry chiefs really think about prospects for 2015.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Do Amazon stores signal the death of the pure-play?
As Amazon reportedly prepares to buy RadioShack stores, Retail Week examines whether this is the end of pure-play etailing.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What does McNamara’s departure mean for Tesco’s tech future?
Chief information officer Mike McNamara is the latest executive to leave Tesco, but where does this leave it in terms of IT and technology?
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AnalysisAnalysis: How to combat the North-South retail divide
Figures released by the Local Data Company revealed that the retail divide between the north and south of England is growing, with the number of vacant shops in the North now double the number in the South.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: In-store optimisation platform Monolith
Start-ups in retail technology are growing quickly and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week Monolith is in the spotlight.
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AnalysisIn the news: Incoming Foyles chief executive Paul Currie
Incoming Foyles boss Paul Currie has ambitious plans for the bookseller and believes its ecommerce offer could eclipse its bricks-and-mortar business.
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AnalysisInternational news analysis: Auchan and Système U shuffle their decks
Auchan and Système U are using their buying partnership to reshape their respective store networks for the changing grocery sector.
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AnalysisComment: Supermarkets should focus on food, better displayed
The arrival of Argos in larger Sainsbury’s stores seems to make sense, but are there limits to what can soak up surplus supermarket space?
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AnalysisAnalysis: How Gap failed to fill a gap in the fashion market
Gap has axed its creative director Rebekka Bay, pulled the plug on its Piperlime brand, seen sales slip and appears to be perpetually on Sale.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailer's supply chains cope with seasonal surges?
What can retailers learn from Black Friday 2014’s supply chain woes, and how can they better prepare for future seasonal surges?
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Emerging Leaders Forum: Nurturing tomorrow’s trailblazers
Promoting from within benefits retailers and employees alike - Retail Week’s Emerging Leaders Forum helps develop upcoming retail talent.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Big four grocers slim down for new year’s battle
Morrisons, Asda, Sainsbury’s and Tesco are all cutting roles and reshuffling their top teams as they seek to turn around performance.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Christmas trading figures show the great retail divide
The festive season’s results inevitably have winners and losers, but this year’s OC&C Christmas Trading Index shows the gulf between them.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: Mobile gamification platform 3radical
Start-ups in retail technology are growing quickly and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week 3radical is in the spotlight.