All Innovation & disruption articles – Page 14
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NewsDeliveroo teams up with Screwfix for DIY rapid delivery
Deliveroo has made a significant foray into non-food categories with the launch of ‘Deliveroo Shopping’.
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NewsVery collaborates with Amazon Web Services to deliver generative AI
The Very Group has selected Amazon Web Services (AWS) to help transform and accelerate its shopping experience with generative AI.
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Innovation of the WeekCo-op signs 15-year renewable power agreement
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Opinion‘UK retail has all the ingredients to maximise the opportunities of AI’
From supplier negotiations to store operations, AI offers retailers the chance to reap big benefits, believes Matt Truman
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AnalysisRetail Horizon 2024: Sustainability
Retail Horizon 2024 is Retail Week’s exclusive strategic toolkit for subscribers.
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NewsAmazon reveals it will sell cars online next year
Amazon has announced a strategic partnership with Hyundai to sell cars online in the US from next year.
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AnalysisRetail Horizon 2024: How AI will help retailers unlock their growth potential
The pace of technology development and consumer adoption is accelerating at a breathtaking speed, and retailers must find ways to stay ahead.
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AnalysisRetail Horizon 2024: Technology
Retail Horizon 2024 is Retail Week’s exclusive strategic toolkit for subscribers.
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DataNext season tech – the investments powering the future of fashion
From collaborating on designs to elevating the customer experience, artificial intelligence is changing fashion retail forever.
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Innovation of the WeekInnovation of the Week: WHSmith introduces BookCycle buy-back scheme
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AnalysisStrategy spotlight: Five ways Marks Electrical is disrupting its competitors
In its most recent update, Marks Electrical reported a 24.8% increase in revenue, making it the UK’s fastest-growing electrical retailer. Firmly establishing itself as a challenger to larger competitors such as Currys and AO, what can others learn from its success?
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Innovation of the WeekInnovation of the Week: H&M launches AI design tool for customers
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AnalysisFrom drones to robots: Amazon delivers the future
The idea of humanoid robots and delivery by drones may seem futuristic, but tech giant Amazon is already making inroads in utilising these products. Retail Week visits Amazon’s BFI1 fulfilment centre in Seattle, Washington, to see the new tech in action.
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Innovation of the WeekInnovation of the Week: Inditex reduces maritime transport emissions
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NewsAmazon to launch 60-minute drone deliveries in the UK
Amazon is launching ultra-fast drone deliveries for UK customers from late 2024.
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Innovation of the WeekInnovation of the Week: Marks & Spencer widens refillable packaging initiative
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AnalysisInside Ikea’s innovation strategy: Stores, AI and supply chain
Retail Week and WRC’s Global Innovation Report explores how retailers across 18 markets – from Carrefour in France to Alibaba in China – are investing to future-proof their businesses. We take you inside Ikea’s plan of action.
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NewsKlarna launches new AI-powered in-app products
Buy Now Pay Later firm Klarna has introduced 13 new AI-powered products as part of its “spotlight fall” launch.
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AnalysisWhat retailers can learn from EE, Lush and Estée Lauder’s latest tech investments
If the past year is indicative of change to come, we’re balanced on the cusp of cutting-edge technologies becoming a must-have, rather than a nice-to-have, for retailers keen to remain ahead of the curve