All Retail Week UAT articles in October 3 2014 – Page 2
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NewsNickelodeon picks Leicester Square for flagship London store
Television channel Nickelodeon is launching a flagship store in London as part of a store roll-out plan that will see it introduce outlets across five continents.
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NewsTopshop launches on China's ShangPin with mall takeover
Chinese fashion etailer ShangPin and Topshop took over one of Beijing’s largest malls last week with a mobile marketing campaign.
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AnalysisIn the news: Tesco non-execs Richard Cousins and Mikael Ohlsson profiled
Tesco has brought in two new non executive directors to help steady the ship. Retail Week takes a closer look at their careers to discover what they will bring to the beleaguered grocer.
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GalleryStore gallery: Tesco Express stores cater for local shopping needs
One Tesco division that has done well recently is its Express c-store chain, which caters in different ways for local shopping needs.
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AnalysisInternational analysis: RadioShack recovery hangs in the balance
It’s been a tough 12 months for RadioShack, but with investor Standard General throwing it a lifeline, can it turn itself around?
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OpinionComment: Is store design coming to an end in a discount nation?
As market share continues to be snatched from the ‘big four’, does the success of discount food retail spell the end of store design, or is it something else?
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NewsLidl on comedy form again as it pokes fun at Morrisons' price match
Lidl has taken another tongue-in-cheek swipe at a rival, this time releasing an advert poking fun at Morrisons’ new price match scheme.
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NewsHolland & Barrett to launch click-and-collect and order in store within 12 months
Holland & Barrett is launching click-and-collect and order in store across the next 12 months as it ramps up efforts to become an omnichannel retailer.
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NewsSupermarket watchdog urges suppliers to raise complaints about conduct breaches
The supermarket watchdog has urged suppliers to submit complaints about potential breaches of the industry’s code of conduct.
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NewsMarks & Spencer launches M&S Baby as it aims to offer 'trusted' brand
Marks & Spencer has launched into maternity today with the new M&S Baby brand, as the retailer aims to offer a ‘trusted’ range.
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NewsTesco bolsters board with two new non-executives following profits scandal
Tesco has bolstered its board with two new non-executive directors, which includes hiring former Ikea chief executive Mikael Ohlsson.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, supermarket watchdog, M&S and more
Retail news round-up on October 6, 2014: Tesco appoints two non-executive directors, supermarket watchdog calls on suppliers to complain, M&S launches maternity and baby brand, retail leaders urge Scottish Government to scrap ‘Tesco tax’, Holland & Barrett to launch click-and-collect
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AnalysisAnalysis: Using mobile devices to personalise loyalty
A creative and innovative approach to loyalty schemes can build long-term and profitable relationships between retailers and customers.
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NewsLloydspharmacy targets wearable tech to become 'authoritative' healthcare provider
Lloydspharmacy aims to become a specialist in healthcare wearable tech to differentiate its offer form its health and beauty rivals.
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NewsKingfisher comms boss Ian Harding flies off into the sunset
Kingfisher’s long-serving group communications director has revealed his intention to step down next year, for unconventional reasons.
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NewsJohn Lewis boss Andy Street apologises for anti-French comments
John Lewis managing director Andy Street has apologised “unreservedly” for anti-French comments he made at an internal event.
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NewsIkea pays customers compliments with motion-sensing mirror
Ikea is testing an interactive ‘motivational mirror’ to provide people with positive reinforcement, with messages including “suits you sir”.
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NewsSports Direct's Debenhams share acquisition: what the analysts say
Mike Ashley’s Sports Direct added another 4.6% to its stake in Debenhams. Retail Week looks at what the City thinks of the move.
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NewsTesco launches Hudl2 tablet device which features more intuitive offer
Tesco has today launched the second version of its Hudl Android tablet, the Hudl2 which is more intuitive and features parental controls.
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OpinionBlog: Equality in the supply chain
Women already play a large part at a number of successful businesses, and at Hermes the company is aiming to create a level playing field for all.