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NewsFigleaves moves to cloud-based contact centre
Lingerie etailer Figleaves has moved to a cloud-based contact centre to improve service levels.
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NewsBrand Alley launches Outlet channel
Brand Alley has launched a new discount Outlet selling products such as gifting, wine and books which it expects will account for 20% of sales by the end of the year.
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NewsVideo: Phones4U tops retailer-filled most complained about ad list
Phones4U’s advert inspired by horror movie The Ring was the most complained about ad of 2011 according to the Advertising Standards Authority.
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NewsAurora launches PayPal mobile payments in-store
Customers shopping at womenswear chains Oasis, Warehouse, Coast and Karen Millen can now pay for items by PayPal in-store using their mobile phones.
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NewsNew Store Europe Retail Week Interiors Award shortlist announced
The shortlist for the New Store Europe Retail Week Interiors Awards 2012 has been announced.
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NewsOcado installs gaming technology to monitor its warehouse
Online grocer Ocado is using video-game software to make its Hatfield distribution centre more efficient as it aims to become profitable for the first time.
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NewsTesco launches Ocado style online delivery offer
Tesco has rolled out its Delivery Saver offer which allows online customers to save on delivery charges by signing up to a subscription service nationwide today.
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Casino’s franchisee SNMVT expands to Libya
Casino’s franchisee SNMVT – which runs supermarkets in Tunisia under the Monoprix banner – is expanding its retail activities to Libya. The company will reportedly open Monoprix stores in the country in partnership with Libyan businessman Husni Bey. The franchisee aims to operate 10 stores in major cities such as ...
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Carrefour’s chief executive Lars Olofsson to depart earlier than expected
French retailer Carrefour’s chief executive Lars Olofsson is to step down earlier than expected. In light of the fact that “all the required conditions were met to shorten the transition period that began on January 29”, which was supposed to end on June 18, Georges Plassat becomes the new chief ...
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NewsKiddicare’s pricey baby product
The good people at Kiddicare offered a premium deal with a difference this week, accidentally pricing some baby boots at £999,999.99.
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Macy’s acquires minority stake in online retailer VIPStore
US department store group Macy’s has acquired a $15m (£9.5m) minority stake in Chinese online retailer VIPStore. Macy’s will sell its merchandise to Chinese consumers through a dedicated section on the website. The initiative will allow Macy’s to “test the waters a little bit and learn”, said chief financial officer ...
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NewsM&Co opens first Middle East store
Fashion retailer M&Co has opened its first store in the Middle East, launching its growth plans in the United Arab Emirates.
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NewsTesco expects corporate responsibility competition to rise
Tesco has said corporate responsibility will an increasingly important tool in grocery competition this year for ethical and business reasons.
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NewsRetail sales slow in May, says CBI
Retail sales were below average for the time of year, according to the CBI’s latest quarterly Distributive Trades Survey.
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NewsSimon Berwin departs Moss Bros board
Simon Berwin, managing director of menswear supplier Berwin & Berwin, has stepped down from the board of Moss Bros after the Trust he was representing sold its 28.6% share in the group.
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NewsChinese retailer Bosideng's first UK store set to open
Chinese clothing retailer Bosideng is to open its first store in the UK this summer.
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NewsTopps Tiles pre-tax profits fall in first half but current trading improve
Topps Tiles like-for-likes slipped 4.7% in its first half as pre-tax profits dropped 22% to £7.2m.
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NewsAsda aims to double mobile sales
Asda is aiming to double its sales through mobile in the next six months.
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Discount chain Penny requests supplier contribution
Rewe Group’s domestic discount chain Penny is asking brand and private-label suppliers for a contribution of 2% to 2.5% of their sales to support its refurbishment programme. Penny is offering for suppliers to be featured in promotions and special leaflets in return. Since the end of February, Penny has converted ...
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Sears Canada to open new store model
Department store group Sears Canada is opening its new store model at four locations as it attempts to offer a revitalised in-store experience. The renovated stores opened last week and feature wider aisles, new brands and less clutter. The KidsRoom, BabyRoom and women’s and men’s suit shops have all been ...