All articles by George MacDonald – Page 100
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OpinionOpinion: John Lewis update is a warning to all in retail
2018, and the many retailer collapses that it has brought, is not the end of the revolution engulfing retail. It may only be the start.
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NewsThe Original Factory Shop tables CVA proposal
The Original Factory Shop (TOFS) has become the latest retailer to launch a CVA amid harsh retail conditions, Retail Week can reveal.
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OpinionOpinion: Retailers must wake up and smell the coffee on values
Having won approval for one of the most controversial CVAs of recent times, it’s now up to House of Fraser to create value from the restructuring.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Can Big Tech partnerships reboot retail?
Where once a retail deal might have meant a merger or acquisition, the focus now is increasingly on partnerships – especially with technology companies.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How to get the most out of start-up schemes
As new technology continues to transform retail – and everyday life – retailers are becoming increasingly adept at tapping into the opportunities it brings.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Seven start-ups retailers should know about
The opportunities created by digital technology have created a flourishing start-up scene as young entrepreneurs aim to shift the business landscape.
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NewsTrade wars predicted to cost UK retail £200m
As much as £200m may be piled on to the cost of consumer goods to the UK as a result of the growing trade wars with the US.
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VideoWas MPs' Sainsbury's-Asda grilling style over substance?
Asda chief Roger Burnley and Sainsbury’s boss Mike Coupe have been grilled by MPs on their proposed merger. This week, we discuss whether the inquisition was all theatre or will actually make an impact.
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NewsM&S and Microsoft strike 'game changer' tech deal
Marks & Spencer is teaming up with Microsoft on a strategic initiative designed to transform the retail experience through AI, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsIceland launches tech start-up accelerator programme
Iceland has become the latest retailer to establish a start-up tech accelerator programme as it seeks to take advantage of the opportunities heralded by digital innovation.
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OpinionOpinion: Expect UK retail to mirror Carrefour-Google deal
In the old days, a landmark retail deal would typically mean an audacious M&A. Walmart’s acquisition of Asda or Kingfisher’s pounce on Castorama set the tone.
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NewsJohn Lewis launches 'cash for old clothes' scheme
John Lewis is piloting a money for old clothes scheme as it bids to cut the quantity of clothing sent to landfill.
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NewsDebit card payments overtake cash for first time
Debit card payments have overtaken the use of cash for the first time, driven by the rise of contactless payment.
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NewsGreen launches legal challenge over BHS report
Topshop tycoon Sir Philip Green has engaged in a legal battle with regulators over the publication of a report into the collapse of BHS.
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NewsTesco's Lewis: 'Economic impact' unless rates reformed
An “unprecedented” number of high street failures highlights the unsustainability of the business rates regime and risks an “economic impact”, Tesco chief Dave Lewis has warned.
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NewsIceland profits hit by Christmas availability glitch
Iceland has reported a year of strong sales growth but annual profits were hit by factors including poor availability in the key Christmas period.
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VideoThe Retail Week: How damaging is Dixons' data debacle?
Dixons Carphone has admitted to a huge customer data breach, which was only revealed this week. We discuss the impact of the hacking attempt and how the firm is managing this PR crisis.
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NewsHabitat to open first standalone branches in a decade
Habitat is to open its first standalone stores in 10 years this autumn.
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NewsDixons Carphone reveals customer data breach
Dixons Carphone has disclosed a customer data breach but said there is no evidence that the information has been fraudulently used.
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OpinionOpinion: Calling Andrew Griffiths… are you receiving?
At Retail Week Live in March, Government minister Andrew Griffiths took to the stage to announce the creation of a retail industry council. Since then he seems to have gone AWOL.