More on Me + Em – Page 1811
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OpinionComment: Bangladesh tragedy shows risks cannot be taken
The tragic factory collapse in Bangladesh has highlighted the need for greater transparency and understanding of the problems that exist within today’s supply chains.
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NewsRiver Island targets US and Australia with online marketing push
River Island has embarked on a new online advertising programme as it works to increase its brand awareness in international markets.
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OpinionVideo: The making of Tesco's Love Every Mouthful campaign
Tesco is launching an advertising and in-store push to bolster its credentials in the fiercely-fought fresh food category. Here, UK boss Chris Bush explains the rationale and importance of the initiaitive.
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OpinionComment: Irish examinerships highlight fierce market conditions
Over the past five years retail sales in the Republic of Ireland have decreased by around 30% as the fortunes of different operators have varied.
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NewsTesco launches in-store kiosk trial for F+F clothing range
Tesco has launched transactional kiosks for its F+F clothing range in its shops to make its full collection available to shoppers in store.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Christmas trading - multichannel is a must
Successful cross-channel selling will be the difference between a bulging stocking and a lump of coal for retailers this Christmas. Rebecca Thomson finds out what a Christmas-ready offer looks like.
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NewsTesco unveils Love Every Mouthful marketing campaign
Tesco has unveiled the details of its new Love Every Mouthful advertising campaign as it looks to revive its fresh food image as supermarkets compete fiercely on quality rather than just price.
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NewsInfographic: John Lewis sales fall as shoppers opt for sunshine and sport
John Lewis sales fell 8.7% to £64.2m in the week to July 13 as sunshine and sport, not shopping, were at the forefront of consumers’ minds.
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NewsAsda expects 75% of customers to be multichannel this Christmas
Grocer Asda expects 75% of its customers to shop across bricks and clicks this Christmas, signalling a dramatic shift towards multichannel among its shoppers.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: German DIY retailer Praktiker under pressure as rivals circle
Germany-based Praktiker is on the brink of collapse after negotiations over restructuring its finances broke down last week.
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AnalysisWebsite review: EE Vs Vodafone
Amanda Phillips, Managing director and head of strategy at Volume, shares her view of good and bad sites.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: Sainsbury’s ad aims to help parents give kids summer holiday fun
The new Sainsbury’s campaign is well timed for the school summer holidays and continues the grocer’s ‘Live well for less’ mantra.
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OpinionComment: Tesco's Philip Clarke on the new era of retail
In a little over a fortnight, Tesco will open a new store in Watford. This revamped Watford store represents the changing face of shopping.
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InterviewQ&A: My-wardrobe.com trading director Joanna Stephenson on her retail career
Joanna Stephenson, trading director at My-wardrobe.com, speaks to Retail Week about her life working in retail.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Shop Direct to focus on personalisation to become a "world-class digital retailer"
Under new chief executive Alex Baldock, home shopping group Shop Direct plans to develop a world-class digital offer.
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NewsChristmas comes early at HobbyCraft
It is normal for retailers to start planning for Christmas months in advance, but Hobbycraft is actually launching part of its Christmas range in store and online this week because many of its customers are already starting to make their cards and decorations.
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NewsJohn Lewis retail director Andrew Murphy appointed chair of UK China Visa Alliance
John Lewis retail director Andrew Murphy has been appointed chairman of lobby group the UK China Visa Alliance (UKCVA).
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OpinionRetail surgery: Is it still possible to be an entrepreneur in retail?
Is it still possible to be an entrepreneur in retail?
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OpinionRetail surgery: How should I approach investing in mobile apps?
How should I approach investing in mobile apps?
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OpinionBlog: Ocado quietly enters new era as ink dries on Morrisons deal
If the initial news of Ocado and Morrisons tie-up sent an explosive ripple through the grocery industry, the ratification of the deal at an extraordinary general meeting today was a more sedate affair.