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AnalysisView from NRF Big Show: Vertical farming, retail robotics and frictionless stores
Close to 1,000 retail tech companies from all over the world descended on the NRF Big Show in New York this week, showcasing innovations in every aspect in retail. Here is Retail Week’s round-up of just a few pieces of technology that could make an impact.
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NewsVery posts Christmas sales rise bolstered by credit offering
Very.co.uk enjoyed a Christmas sales boost, but sister brand Littlewoods hampered parent company The Very Group’s overall festive trading.
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NewsQuiz Christmas sales slump in ‘disappointing’ festive performance
Quiz has posted a fall in sales over the festive period across stores and online against what boss Tarak Ramzan has described as a “challenging” trading backdrop.
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Retail VoiceDigital trends for bricks and mortar in 2020
Integrating new technologies and types of digital signage in store is essential for competing with other retailers, says Integrated Systems Europe (ISE).
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NewsOcado developing driverless delivery vehicles as it eyes new international partners
The boss of ecommerce grocery and technology business Ocado has said it is investing in research and development into driverless vehicles as it continues to seek new international partnerships.
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NewsMike Ashley’s Frasers Group urges PM to reform business rates
Mike Ashley’s Frasers Group, formerly known as Sports Direct, has written to Prime Minister Boris Johnson to push for an “urgent fundamental review” into business rates.
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NewsDixons Carphone outsources call centres to keep up with competitors
Dixons Carphone has partnered with a “world leader” in customer service operations in a bid to increase its customer satisfaction score and improve cost efficiency.
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OpinionLeader: Retailers must make 2020 the year of self-help
Meet the new year, same as the old year. Many Christmas updates so far have reflected a tough end to 2019, which during its course took toughness to levels Tyson Fury would be proud of.
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NewsDFS suffers sales fall but reassures on profits
DFS has reported a decline in sales but should hit earnings expectations despite tough trading conditions.
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NewsBoohoo sales rocket over Christmas
Online fashion specialist Boohoo has posted a strong Christmas sales performance.
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AnalysisView from NRF Big Show: Data, demographics and transparency to keep consumers happy
As brands’ reputation and sales are increasingly made or broken on the back of their reputations, retailers share their tips for success in a changing consumer economy.
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Retail VoiceOperations 2.0 is coming – are retailers ready?
As collaboration between human workers and intelligent technology ramps up, Cognizant explores how retailers can reimagine their operations in 2020.
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NewsBeyond Meat chair eyes European expansion as flexitarian trend grows
The chair of Beyond Meat has said the company is set to expand its production operations into both Europe and China, as consumer trends in food continue to move towards eating less meat.
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OpinionOpinion: Aldi’s Leader Price takeover will step up discounter push in Europe
Compared to other parts of the food retail business, the discounters are not renowned for their track record in mergers and acquisitions.
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DataRetail weather: Warmer but still wintry
The retail weather forecast from Saturday January 18 to Friday January 24, 2020
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NewsThe Fragrance Shop smells success with Christmas sales boost
The Fragrance Shop has reported an uplift in Christmas sales bolstered by online growth, but full-year profits slipped in “tough” market, Retail Week can reveal.
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NewsShop Direct rebrands to The Very Group as it prepares for new phase of growth
Online giant Shop Direct has formally rebranded as The Very Group today as it prepares for the next stage of its transformation.
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NewsDebenhams to offload £200m executive pension scheme
Debenhams is reportedly in talks with Aviva about a buyout of its executive pension scheme.
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NewsAsda cost-cutting drive puts 2,800 jobs at risk
Asda has kicked off a consultation period with 2,832 staff across back-office roles in a bid to streamline costs.
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NewsBeales on brink of collapse after disappointing Christmas
The heritage department store has reportedly filed notice of intention to appoint administrators as it scrambles to secure a buyer.