All Technology articles – Page 148
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NewsAnn Summers profits flat as it eyes overseas expansion
Ann Summers posted flat full-year profits and a rise in like-for-like sales as the retailer prepares to expand its wholesale operation internationally.
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AnalysisFive lessons retailers can learn from Paddy Power
As the biggest race in the horse racing calendar, the Grand National, approaches this weekend, bookmakers are kicking their marketing efforts into overdrive.
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AnalysisInternet of Things: supply chain’s great leap forward
The Internet of Things is dramatically reshaping how retail supply chains operate now and in the future. In the second part of our supply-chain series, Lindsay Clark explores the benefits it is unlocking for retailers.
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AnalysisHow Google Home and Amazon Alexa could change retail
Google Home – the tech giant’s virtual assistant – launches today. Retail Week looks at how voice technology can transform how we shop.
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OpinionWRC blog: Stand out retail uses data to reward customers
Data can help identify new ways to engage consumers, Neiman Marcus boss Karen Katz told the World Retail Congress.
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NewsHammerson to extend app pilot after Brent Cross launch
Shopping centre landlord Hammerson has extended the trial of a smartphone app designed to “blur the lines” between bricks and clicks.
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NewsToday in retail: Tesco, Booker, Argos and Smiggle
When was the last time you went shopping in the middle of the night?
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OpinionOpinion: Biometrics and navigation trends in retail
New retail technologies come and go, but what are the developing trends that will significantly impact the online and in-store shopping journeys?
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AnalysisEvent: Tech. – speakers and sessions not to be missed
Retail Week’s new tech-focused event, Tech. powered by Retail Week, will help retailers turn disruption into opportunity. Sara Magson looks at what to expect.
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Retail VoiceFive reasons retailers top hackers’ hit-lists
72% of retail executives have witnessed a rise in the increase in hacking attempts – don’t be one of them, says Cisco.
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OpinionWRC blog: From retail's first kiss to robotic solutions
Customer experience, artificial intelligence and reinventing the mall were all on the first day’s agenda at the World Retail Congress.
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OpinionOpinion: Asos shows the way towards retail reinvention
John Lewis managing director Paula Nickolds shared her first thoughts on leading the business last week and was frank about the testing times she faces.
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AnalysisRetail technology in an age of disruption
Disruptive technologies, such as artificial intelligence, the Internet of Things, big data and robotics will create huge future opportunities for retailers and brands.
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DataData: Top 20 retailers by UK online sales
Retail Week Prospect’s league table of the largest retailers by UK online sales does not throw up many surprises, with Amazon continuing to lead the way, well ahead of Tesco.
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NewsAmazon targets sales to UK businesses with new venture
Amazon Business has rolled out in the UK with a dedicated website aimed at supplying products directly to businesses.
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NewsFree Retail Week conference: The three S’s of supply chain
Hear from retails’ inspiring supply chain leaders and commentators at this exclusive Retail Week event.
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OpinionOpinion: Tech will help retailers shed image problem
The retail industry is undergoing substantial transformation as the full impact of artificial intelligence technology on retail roles is not yet known.
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AnalysisOpinion: Tracking customer experiences can go too far
I read Next’s latest results with great interest, in particular, their open and detailed store portfolio review.
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NewsApril Fool's Day 2017: 10 of the best retail wind-ups
From Amazon to Aldi, River Island to Iceland, a host of retailers have launched wild and wacky April Fool’s Day pranks in a bid to sucker shoppers.