All Supply chain articles – Page 133
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Opinion
Bricks and brands
My last article focused on the transience of retail brands versus the resilience of those in consumer goods (adieu Ratners; re-bonjour Perrier).
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NewsGreen in talks to launch fashion manufacturing academy
Retail tycoon Sir Philip Green is in talks with the government to train the next generation of pattern cutters and machinists by launching a fashion manufacturing academy.
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OpinionWhy long-haul can be too short-term
There is an increasing trend for retailers to move sourcing closer to home.
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NewsRecord companies relax terms to help HMV cashflows
HMV suppliers are set to agree to slash upfront payments for CDs to help boost the troubled retailer’s cashflows as the possibility of pulling off a rights issue fades.
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AnalysisWinning in tough times
This year’s Retail Week Conference showed how creatively UK retailers are tackling tough trading conditions. Charlotte Hardie and Rebecca Thomson report on the highlights.
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AnalysisCompleting the supply chain story
Achieve an end-to-end view of the supply chain and it’s possible to reap benefits across the business. Alison Clements reveals how Morrisons’ five-year plan transformed its supply chain operations.
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AnalysisBehind the scenes at Sports Direct
Chief executive Dave Forsey gives Gemma Goldfingle the inside perspective on Sports Direct and takes her on a tour of its Shirebrook nerve centre.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the main differences between ERP and Best of Breed supply chain solutions?
I need to replace my current supply chain system, but don’t know whether to select an ERP or a Best of Breed application. What are the main differences between the two solutions?
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NewsSir Philip Green comes out in support of UK manufacturing
Sir Philip Green has come out in support of a return to British manufacturing, stating the time is right to examine opportunities to re-open UK factories and that Arcadia will try to bring more production to British shores.
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NewsKiddicare’s overseas plans start in Nordics
Online baby products retailer Kiddicare has chosen Scandinavia as its first international market and said it expects to surpass its plans to reach £100m turnover in two years.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What are the key changes to the London Low Emission Zone next year?
Can you outline the key changes to the Mayor’s changes to the London Low Emission Zone next year? To what extent will it affect retailers?
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OpinionThe role of stores needs to evolve
In the past couple of years, the retail industry has faced some of the most challenging conditions for decades but online has remained a consistent star performer.
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NewsTile Depot planning another 15 shops
Tile Depot wants to double its store portfolio over the next two years after increasing its warehouse capacity.
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NewsOcado signs for new distribution spoke in Wimbledon
Online grocer Ocado has signed for a new distribution spoke in south west London with capacity for 14,200 orders per week.
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NewsWaitrose rebrands site as it takes on Ocado
Waitrose is expecting growth of 30% year on year in its ecommerce division as it prepares to relaunch its website and take on Ocado inside the M25.
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OpinionRetail surgery: What do the changes to the freight delivery terms Incoterms mean?
Can you give an overview of the most recent changes to the freight delivery terms Incoterms?
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NewsMulberry warns business tax is putting off UK retail investment
Luxury retailer Mulberry has warned that it is being put off building another factory in the UK because of the UK’s prohibitive tax structure.
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NewsNew Dunelm boss maps out plan for expansion
Dunelm’s new chief executive Nick Wharton will focus on store roll-outs and multichannel operations as he seeks to further grow the business.
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AnalysisKnowing the unknown
Preparing for the unexpected is critical to supply chain success. Alison Clements looks at how retailers can react more quickly to changes in demand
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OpinionRetail surgery: What problems can retailers run into with the Distance Selling Regulations?
I have heard about several retailers that have run into problems complying with the Distance Selling Regulations. Can you outline what these involve?