All Multichannel articles – Page 161
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OpinionComment: Next shows the way with multichannel model
Raising profit forecasts is pretty rare in retail at the moment but that’s what fashion group Next did on Wednesday when it unveiled first-half sales.
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OpinionComment: Retailers should use social media to their advantage
With the general retail outlook remaining gloomy, retailers should look beyond the confirmation page in order to maximise the return on investment from their marketing efforts.
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NewsAnalysis: Fortnum & Mason focus on growth
The appointment of a new chief executive should boost the retailer’s online and overseas targets.
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AnalysisAnalysis: JJB Sports in battle to avoid relegation
The sportswear retailer is in a parlous state with sales in decline, and it is in need of further refinancing.
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AnalysisSites: Rapha Vs Foyles
Jonathan Lewis, General manager of international markets at AdGent Digital, shares his view of good and bad websites.
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NewsNext powers ahead in online fulfilment war
Next’s compelling delivery options powered growth at its Directory arm in the first half, as fulfilment increasingly becomes a critical battleground in the fight for online spend.
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OpinionComment: Reducing store portfolio may challenge retailers
Many retailers have recognised the power of ecommerce to drive sales and offer a compelling and convenient way for their customers to shop.
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NewsWest End retailers suffer as Olympics puts off shoppers
London’s West End retailers’ dreams of capitalising on tourist spend during the Olympics were in doubt this week as shoppers steered clear of the area.
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AnalysisRetail Week on the Road: Northwest
We visit Stockport, Northwich, Manchester and Liverpool.
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OpinionComment: Should Next win gold for multichannel retailing?
Next deserves a gold medal for its remarkable achievement in topping expectations for today’s Q2 sales and edging up its full-year profits guidance.
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AnalysisNext: What the analysts say
Retail Week rounds up how analysts have reacted to Next’s strong growth in the first half of the year, with the fashion retailer reporting total sales up 4.5% for the six months to July 28.
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NewsFlying Brands closes plant growing business as it "considers strategic options"
Flying Brands closed its growing and live despatch business yesterday following the sales of its Gardening Direct retail arm last month.
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NewsNext raises profit target after strong online growth
Next has raised its profits forecast for its second half after strong growth in its Directory business in the first half.
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NewsMaplin to offer free wi-fi in stores as multichannel review kicks off
Maplin has revealed it is to offer free wi-fi in store as the retailer reviews its multichannel business.
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OpinionComment: Customer experience is key to improving conversion
While it is tempting to exploit technological tools to improve the aesthetics of digital platforms, many retailers still fall down on features required to deliver ease of use.
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OpinionComment: Is using mobiles in stores showrooming?
Many retailers are concerned about shoppers using mobiles in their stores for ‘showrooming’. But, what do shoppers actually use mobiles for?
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OpinionComment: How can social media save the High Street?
All the indications are that, without urgent action, the UK High Street could turn into a boarded-up ghost-town.
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Ikea to use augmented reality in 2013 catalogue
Ikea is to use augmented reality in its 2013 catalogue. The new features will let consumers access films, interactive experiences and photo galleries using their smartphones, it has been reported.A digital version of the catalogue will be released in the US on July 31 and the print version will be ...
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AnalysisAnalysis: What's the best route to international markets?
As trading conditions in the UK remain tough, retailers are looking overseas for growth. We look at the potential and pitfalls of the various routes to international markets.
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AnalysisCampaign of the week: Boots 17, Tonight We’re Going Out
Boots believes its sub-brands are so strong that it markets them separately.