retail

How retailers can make their social media shoppable

Social media commerce presents retailers with one of the biggest changes and opportunities since the emergence of online shopping. Platforms…

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‘Worst year on record’ for retail, says BRC

Total retail sales decreased by 0.1% in 2019, compared with the 1.2% increase recorded in 2018, making it the “worst…

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How retailers can use PSD2 as a force for good in online payments

The introduction of new regulatory standards contained within the Second Payment Services Directive (PSD2) will, despite the revised deadline for…

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More than a quarter of retail staff look for new job in January

New research has found that nearly 30% of employees in retail customer service roles are most likely to look for…

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4 retail trends to look forward to in 2020

The retail industry will continue to exist and thrive as long as there’s one constant factor – the consumers. The…

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How technology can help retail marketers create happy consumers

Shopping online during Black Friday/Cyber Monday, over the busy Christmas period, and in the January sales (yep, they’re still a…

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WH Smith acquires Marshall Retail Group

WH Smith investors have voted in favour of the group’s acquisition of US retailer Marshall Retail Group. In a general…

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The impact of menswear in the retail sector – what to Know

The world of retail is ever-transforming and ever-evolving. From the experience-first stores to emerging technologies such as smart displays and…

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Should retailers be banking on the concept store?

Pop-up and concept stores could be key to boosting profitability over the festive season and throughout the year ahead, allowing…

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2020 retail predictions

Artificial Intelligence/Machine Learning skills gap  Retailers have been recognising the huge value Artificial Intelligence (AI) and Machine Learning (ML) can…

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