All Argos articles – Page 35
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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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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.
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OpinionComment: Dunelm's not quite home and dry
While much of the attention today has been on food giants Sainsbury’s and Tesco, there has been an update too from home specialist Dunelm.
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NewsArgos hires EMI executive to bolster digital team
Argos has appointed former EMI Music executive Neil Tinegate to the newly created role of head of digital innovation at the multichannel general merchandise retailer.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What will the retail board of the future look like?
Marks & Spencer digital boss Laura Wade-Gery has warned about the dearth of multichannel positions on retail boards, but businesses will likely have to update other top roles too.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Poundland, Argos and Topshop
Retail news round-up September 27, 2013: Poundland plans 11 new Dealz shops in Ireland; Argos to hire 10,000 Christmas workers; and Topshop permanently banned from using Rihanna’s image
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AnalysisAnalysis: Have Argos and eBay guaranteed the future of high street stores?
How many stores are needed in the multichannel age is an oft asked question, with many retailers attempting to slim down their estate. But Argos has turned what many view as a risk into an opportunity with its eBay tie-up.
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OpinionComment: Argos' tie-up with eBay could be a game-changer
Argos’ pilot with online giant eBay, enabling customers of 50 sellers on the marketplace to collect orders from 150 stores, looks inspired.
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NewsArgos and eBay ink in-store collection deal
Marketplace giant eBay has agreed a deal with Argos to allow shoppers to collect online orders in the latter’s stores.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Reporting season provides retail health check
Some of retail’s biggest names have updated on their performance, giving an insight into their outlook on shopper trends, the high street and the economy.
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NewsShoppers shun m-commerce as retailers hope for mobile Christmas
The majority of shoppers are yet to embrace m-commerce and have no plans to over the next year despite retailers forecasting a “mobile Christmas” this year.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Battle lines redrawn in online fulfilment war
Fulfilment of online orders has become a fiercely fought battleground as retailers tussle to entice customers in a crowded market. Laura Heywood finds out what new weapons are being deployed.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retailers prepare for the mobile revolution?
As mobile technology continues to influence the virtual and physical shopping experience, Jon Severs looks at how retailers can prepare for the mobile revolution.
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Analysis
Analysis: Multichannel makeovers create valuable returns
For any retailer, taking a step back and giving the business a multichannel makeover can be a valuable exercise. Glynn Davis examines retailers’ strategies for improving their operating models.
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AnalysisAnalysis: What have been the biggest retail tech launches of 2013?
The pace of change in the multichannel arena is more rapid than ever before. Laura Heywood assesses the biggest retail technology roll-outs of the past six months.