More on Me + Em – Page 1611
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OpinionComment: Heinz row highlights Twitter danger for retailers
Earlier this week news broke of another embarrassing Twitter mishap. Not a luddite politician or foot-in-mouth pop star this time, but the giant US food processor Heinz.
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OpinionComment: Salespeople are key to successful business
If we are to punch at or above our weight in the world, grow our businesses and enhance our lifestyles, we need good salespeople.
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OpinionBlog: Retailers and carriers need to invest in the multichannel future
Earlier this year the British public voted online shopping as the biggest technological development of the 21st century just ahead of internet banking, according to some research from E-ON.
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NewsMountain Warehouse posts record results as online sales rocket
Outdoor gear specialist Mountain Warehouse has posted a surge in sales and profits after benefiting from its multichannel offer.
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NewsConsumer confidence hits a nine-year high, researcher Gfk reports
Consumer confidence reached its highest level in nine years during May and has soared over the last year.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis weekly sales rise as wet weather draws shoppers
Sales at John Lewis rose 14.2% last week to £71.5m, helped by wet weather and a strong fashion performance at the department store.
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AnalysisFlash Sales websites: What do retailers need to know?
Australian flash Sales site MySale has hit the headlines as it lines up a float. Retail Week takes a look at Flash Sales retailing.
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CartoonBlower's retail cartoon: Who are the winners and losers after vote on Europe?
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on the winners and losers in last weekend’s European elections.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on consumer confidence, the Co-operative Group and Scotts & Co
Retail news round-up on May 30, 2014: Consumer confidence climbs in May; Co-operative Group reveals reform timetable; Scotts & Co buys Rowlands Clothing
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OpinionRetail surgery: Can ecommerce-only brands compete in retail space dominated by experience?
Traditionally, ecommerce brands and high street stores have played very distinct roles in consumers’ lives.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the insurance requirements for a pop-up shop?
When considering a temporary pop-up venture, just like any business venture, insurance has to be considered.
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AnalysisCampaign of the Week: Mr Porter's Tube takeover is effective marketing
Location, location and the attention of a target audience - Mr Porter has cracked key elements of modern, effective marketing in its latest campaign.
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NewsOffice apologises after website security breach
Shoe retailer Office has apologised to customers after revealing its website has suffered a security breach.
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AnalysisMap: Track the development of Tesco’s overseas operations
As Tesco completes its deal to form a joint venture with China Resources Enterprise, we chart the supermarket’s other overseas operations.
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OpinionComment: to B&M or not to B&Q? How discounters are stealing share from DIY sheds
Does the apparent failure of B&Q to make the most of the better weather in Q1 imply that new rivals like B&M are nibbling away at its market share?
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NewsKingfisher sets its sights on expansion beyond Europe
Kingfisher said its planned acquisition of Mr Bricolage in France would give it experience of operating a franchise model that it could use to expand beyond its European heartland.
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AnalysisIn pictures: How Selfridges changed the face of retail
As Selfridges prepares for a £300m investment, we highlight below seven ways the famous department store has transformed the face of retail.
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NewsAustralian fashion site MySale reveals intention to float
MySale, the Australian flash Sales fashion site which is backed by Sir Philip Green, has revealed it intends to float.
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NewsKingfisher sales and profits up in first quarter as warm weather drives demand
DIY giant Kingfisher has reported strong growth in both sales and profits in its first quarter, buoyed by good weather and the timing of Easter.
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NewsTesco completes joint venture deal with China Resources Enterprise
Tesco has completed its deal to form a joint venture with China Resources Enterprise to create the “leading multi-format retailer in China”.