All Ocado articles – Page 7
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NewsOcado earnings slip in year of tech investment
Online grocer and tech platform Ocado has reported a fall in full-year earnings as it invested in technology.
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Opinion‘Now is the time for Ocado to deliver on its promise after latest tech revolution’
Last week Ocado’s chief executive Tim Steiner unveiled a host of upgrades for the retailer’s Smart Platform. Nearly a decade after the grocer first styled itself as a tech platform, now is the time for Ocado to walk the walk, says Hugh Radojev.
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NewsOcado unveils ‘game-changing’ suite of online grocery tech innovations
Ocado has unveiled a new suite of technological innovations that boss Tim Steiner says “have literally shattered through existing rules” around grocery home delivery
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NewsOcado predicts ‘best ever Christmas’ as it wins patent trial
Ocado has reported “strong momentum” in the lead-up to the festive period.
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AnalysisThe great head office debate – is your HQ better than the kitchen table?
Traditional ideas about the workplace have been turned upside down as working from home remains commonplace
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VideoWatch: Feed the Nation campaign wins Outstanding Contribution to Retail Award
Despite playing in what is usually one of the most fiercely competitive markets in global retail, UK grocers put aside their rivalry and worked together to Feed the Nation – a monumental effort that should never be forgotten.
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NewsOcado invests £10m in Wayve to drive autonomous delivery innovation
Ocado has unveiled a partnership and £10m investment into autonomous mobility start-up Wayve, which will focus on bringing automation to the last mile for the etailer and its international grocery partners.
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NewsOcado losses widen due to warehouse fire and costs of driver shortage
Ocado revenues for the third quarter plummeted after a fire at its Erith distribution centre, as boss Tim Steiner warned ongoing driver shortages would add to costs for the rest of the year.
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InterviewInterview: Gail’s boss Tom Molnar on high street survival and sustainable sourdough
The chief executive of high street bakery chain Gail’s Tom Molnar explains how the business has survived the pandemic and how his love of surfing has informed his commitment to sustainability.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How can retail respond to ‘The Great Resignation’?
As retail and hospitality get back to business, something seems to be missing – staff. Dubbed ‘The Great Resignation’ in the US, the UK is also being hit by workers who have had time to take stock over the pandemic and, in many cases, decided to change path.
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DataData: Grocery sales slip as customers enjoy lifting restrictions
Grocery sales continued to decline in August as customers returned to pubs, bars and restaurants.
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Opinion‘After yet another fire, Ocado’s international partners will be worried’
After a third fire at one of its automated distribution centres over the weekend, Ocado’s international partners must be looking on with a deal of concern.
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NewsOcado suffers second major warehouse fire in two years
Ocado has been forced to cancel thousands of orders and apologise to its customers following a fire at its largest warehouse in southeast London.
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AnalysisBecoming Amazon – should more retailers develop their own tech platforms?
The dramatic increase in online shopping during the past decade has sparked a surge in innovative technology businesses being spun out of the retail sector. In some instances, these ecommerce and logistics platforms have become the fastest-growing and often most highly-valued part of a retail business.
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NewsSainsbury’s and Ocado bosses warn of ongoing driver shortage impact
Sainsbury’s boss Simon Roberts has warned of availability issues until the end of the year, while Ocado has revealed it has seconded logistics staff to help suppliers to avoid disruptions.
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NewsOcado pens deal with Spanish grocer as sales soar
Ocado has announced a partnership with Spanish grocer Alcampo to develop its online business.
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NewsFormer Ocado co-founder settles with retailer following lengthy legal battle
Two former Ocado employees, including one of the company’s co-founders, have settled with the company after a drawn out legal battle over information theft.
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NewsOcado loses High Court case over urban distribution centre in North London
Ocado has lost a High Court challenge over the opening of a distribution and storage centre near a primary school in North London.
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NewsOcado raises prospect of international retail expansion
Online grocer Ocado is weighing up retail opportunities outside its domestic market.
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NewsMarks & Spencer tumbles to full-year loss as it seeks to reshape business
Marks & Spencer has swung to a loss for the year, as it works to make good on the “Never the Same Again” promise.