All Argos articles – Page 35
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Analysis
Analysis: Innovation in supply chain online fulfilment
As cut-off times for next-day delivery get later, and same-day delivery becomes more widely adopted, retailers’ supply chains are being tested to the limit, writes David Brooks.
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NewsCustomers object to use of their data by retailers
Shoppers have warned retailers off using mobile and bank data as worries over big brother-style intrusion into personal information mounts.
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NewsArgos teams up with ITV for interactive Christmas campaign
Multichannel retailer Argos has linked up with broadcaster ITV to run a Christmas campaign which it describes as a marketing first.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is dynamic pricing about to take off in retail?
Retailers looking for new ways to update prices are rethinking an older technology. Rebecca Thomson reports on the latest initiatives.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Why Ebay's Shutl purchase is only part of the fulfilment story
EBay’s purchase of Shutl is the latest in a long list of delivery innovations and launches in retail this year. Rebecca Thomson takes a look at how this crucial battleground is developing.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Argos, Ann Summers and Tesco
Retail news round-up October 30, 2013: Argos advert banned by the ASA; Ann Summers hires Propaganda to widen appeal; Tesco awards Amscreen contract for dynamic screens
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OpinionComment: British etail leaders remain world’s best
Charged with developing and future-proofing the sales channel broadly regarded as having the biggest potential for growth in British retail, these individuals must be prepared to be leaders of innovation.
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NewsArgos predicts click-and-print will become new click-and-collect
Argos digital director Bertrand Bodson predicts that the rise in 3D printing means that customers will be clicking and printing rather than clicking and collect in the next ten years.
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NewsArgos to unveil 'digital stores' as multichannel grows
Multichannel retailer Argos is poised to unveil a new-model store designed to reflect its shift to digital commerce.
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NewsHome Retail profits jump 53% to £27.4m in first half
Home Retail benchmark pre-tax profit jumped 53% to £27.4m in the 26 weeks to August 31, driven by strong performances at Argos and Homebase.
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OpinionAnalysis: Argos is becoming the retailer to watch in multichannel
Argos is shaking off its outdated reputation and is fast regaining its status as the company to watch in multichannel.
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NewsArgos appoints M&S executive to new head of commercial transformation role
Argos has raided Marks & Spencer to poach Adam Archer who will take up the newly created role of head of commercial transformation.
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AnalysisAnalysis: The evolution of the online marketplace
From eBay and Rakuten to Amazon and Asos, marketplaces are becoming a central part of retailing in the UK. Tamsin Brown takes a look at how they are evolving.
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OpinionComment: Watch and learn from the best retailers
We’re exposed to a mountain of visual stimuli every day. The power of observation is a great gift and I love walking
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NewsArgos to launch MyTablet device tomorrow
Argos launches its MyTablet device in stores and online tomorrow as the retailer competes to take sales in the device market this Christmas.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Argos and Berry Bros
Retail news round-up October 15, 2013: Argos launches tablet computer; Berry Bros reports £7.3m loss
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OpinionRetail surgery: Is the eBay and Argos tie-up a lifeline for the high street?
Is the eBay and Argos tie-up a lifeline for the high street?
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AnalysisRoundtable: Supply chain overhaul throws up challenges for multichannel retailers
Placing the supply chain at the heart of decision-making has never been more important, as retailers discussed at a Retail Week and DP World London Gateway roundtable.
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NewsThe Perfume Shop teams up with Shutl to offer 90-minute deliveries
The Perfume Shop will introduce 90-minute deliveries this month after teaming up with express service Shutl.
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OpinionComment: Retailers gear up for Christmas
Get ready, Christmas is almost here. Yes, really. No sooner have the barbecues, pop-up tents and water pistols been consigned to the shed, then retailers’ minds shift towards Christmas.