All Technology articles – Page 202
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NewsThe Hut Group unveils full-year earnings up 50% as sales surge
The Hut Group has revealed record-breaking sales and profits as it invests in technology ahead of more website launches.
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NewsDixons Carphone will begin selling Apple Watch 'in due course', says James
Dixons Carphone chief executive Seb James has promised the retailer will begin selling the Apple Watch in “due course”.
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NewsBrands to target Spotify listeners with ads based on their music preferences
Music streaming service Spotify is to launch a new ad service that will allow brands to target consumers based on their mood.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Wiggle, Mothercare and Debenhams
Retail news round-up on April 17, 2015: Wiggle preps UK and Australia marketing campaign, Mothercare to axe shopfloor managers, Debenhams to increase concessions and more.
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NewsHouse of Fraser hires Uday Kotla as new chief information officer
House of Fraser has appointed Uday Kotla to the role of chief information officer as it develops its multichannel strategy.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Sainsbury's, Tesco and Asos
Retail news round-up on April 16, 2015: Sainsbury’s looks to convert food space; Tesco considers reward scheme; Asos to go mobile in China.
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NewsSainsbury's to launch scan-and-go smartphone shopping app
Sainsbury’s is launching a shop-and-go smartphone app that will allow customers to complete their entire in-store shopping trip using their mobile.
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NewsBreakfast Briefing: Retail news on Next, Apple and Tesco
Retail news round-up on April 15, 2015: Next chief to give up bonus; Apple Watch reaches 1m pre-orders, Tesco asks staff to stay active.
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OpinionBlog: How can the retail supply chain adapt for the internet of things?
Planning for the internet of things is one way supply chain companies can get ahead in their competitive sector, says Katie Barker.
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OpinionComment: Rushing to have the latest in-store technology is not always wise
QR codes were once part of a store’s visual merchandising and graphics package, but often not a penny was added to the bottom line.
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NewsMatalan uses gamification to train store staff at upcoming flagship store
Matalan is experimenting with gamification to train staff ahead of the launch of its new Oxford Street store in London.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Will Apple Watch kick-start wearable technology sales?
The wearable tech market has suffered a volatile few months. After years of hype, the Google Glass consumer launch was shelved in January, rocking confidence in the future of the sector.
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OpinionComment: There's a good reason there are no queues for Apple Watch
Unlike other Apple launches, the tech giant doesn’t want people to queue for its watch. But the days of queuing are not over.
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NewsDevelopers create app that will award products an ethical rating
A smartphone app called Behind the Lines has been developed to allow UK shoppers to check ethical information about products.
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NewsApple Watch styles sell out in minutes as it starts taking pre-orders
Apple fans have shown their dedication to the brand once again, with some colours of the watch selling out within minutes of pre-orders opening.
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OpinionComment: M&S must accelerate the pace of change for continued success
Marks & Spencer’s latest results could show that Bolland’s strategy has begun to bear fruit, but continued improvement is still needed.
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NewsArgos launches targeted birthday planning service for parents
Argos has launched a personalised service to help parents choose birthday presents for their children.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: Omnichannel payment platform Zooz
Start-ups in retail technology are growing and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week Zooz is in the spotlight.
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NewsWorldpay survey finds etailers aren’t meeting shoppers’ security expectations
A survey by Worldpay has identified online security as a significant concern and priority for British consumers when shopping online.
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NewsApple retail boss Angela Ahrendts ends 'days of waiting in line' for smartwatch
The days of queuing for the latest Apple product may be over as the tech giant’s retail boss Angela Ahrendts encourages customers to shop online for the Apple Watch.