A global research study has revealed that online shopping brings clear sustainability benefits and that urban logistics facilities, like those needed to serve dense populations such a London, could dramatically reduce...
Lexmark, the global imaging solutions provider, has announced that Vishal Gupta has joined its executive team as senior vice president and chief information and technology officer. In this role, he will be responsible for corporate IT,...
Canon Europe has launched the imagePRESS C170 Series, allowing businesses to explore creative printing in-house. Designed to deliver high-resolution, personalised, vividly coloured prints, it is claimed to offer an alternative solution...
The cybersecurity landscape continues to evolve as cyber criminals become ever more sophisticated, and digital security tools accelerate to mitigate the risks as much as possible. 2020 presented even more opportunities for hackers to...
A new study by Merchant Machine has analysed the B2C spend of countries around the world to find the biggest online spenders. The study has also found how much of their salary consumers in each country spend on online shopping, as well...
Edeka Rhein-Ruhr is equipping its new distribution center, located in Oberhausen-Waldteich, with modern food storage logistics from Cimcorp. Being part of Germany’s largest supermarket chain, Edeka's regional Rhein-Ruhr business is...
Global market leader in paper-based packaging solutions, Graphic Packaging International (‘Graphic Packaging’), has announced its PaperSeal® tray solution will be used on a new premium steak range for the Irish market.
Together or apart, one English manufacturer has got lockdown Valentine’s sorted. Showing you care or getting pulses racing; this Valentine’s Day, say it with the humble candle.
Ergonomic Solutions, the designer, manufacturer and supplier of technology mounting & mobility solutions at the Point of Sale, Point of Payment and Point of Service, has expanded its distribution agreement with Ingram Micro DC/POS.
Online only retailers are snapping up failed high street brands – and shutting the door on physical retail. But while customers have moved online, there are still opportunities for traditional retailers – with the right approach and...
Dakota Integrated Solutions spoke with Ruthlyn Dawkins, Purchasing Manager at Amtico, to find out how Dakota has worked with her and her Team as Amtico’s incumbent label and printing consumables supplier.
Konica Minolta Business Solutions (UK) Ltd has entered into a partnership with The Colour Copier Company. The Lancashire-based company is providing its customers with Konica Minolta’s extensive range of print and digital document...
Amazon founder and CEO Jeff Bezos made headlines at the start of the second month of 2021 after announcing plans to step down this year to focus on new products and other initiatives. To fill in the big shoes he will leave behind is Andy...
A new research paper from Go Inspire Group has estimated the amount of money currently being wasted by British businesses on unproductive paid search. This waste stems from organisations not having a 360o view of the customer – a...
Canon Europe has announced the latest addition to its imageRUNNER ADVANCE DX portfolio, the C5800 Series; designed to address the acceleration of digital transformation and the changing role of the office.
The British Business Bank, the UK’s economic development bank, has announced further details of Pay As You Grow, which helps UK smaller businesses that have taken out a Covid-19 emergency Bounce Back Loan to manage their cashflow and...
Black Box, a global information technology solutions provider, has introduced the first solution in its Return to Work suite designed to help organisations and businesses in different industries provide a safer environment for their...
Worldline, the payment and transactional services provider, and kiosk solutions provider Evoke Creative, have announced the first product release in what they say will be a long-term partnership: A charity donation kiosk to support...
Liam Fassam, Head of School of Supply Chain and Logistics Management in Arden University’s Faculty of Business, shares his thoughts on how supply-chain management became the unsung hero of the Covid-19 pandemic response.
Symphony RetailAI, the provider of integrated AI-enabled marketing, merchandising and supply chain solutions for FMCG retailers and manufacturers, has announced findings from its Category Planning & Assortment Optimisation Executive...
PROS has announced new editions of SaaS-based PROS Group Sales Optimizer (GSO), giving airlines like Etihad the power and control to offer group ticket sales through flexible, responsive self-serve channels.
Retailers are handling increasing amounts of customer data as they bolster online operations. Lewis Johnstone, products and solutions specialist at Brother UK, outlines how firms can keep this data secure by shutting an overlooked back...
By Sean Sherwin-Smith, General Manager for Post Purchase, HelloDone. Against the odds, the UK secured a Brexit deal in the final days of the transition period with the European Union. Billed as a Christmas present to the nation, you...
Of all the many seismic changes that 2020 has precipitated, one that may have gone under the radar of most people is the impact of the pandemic on perceptions of the UK supermarket sector.
Lululemon has had a rocky couple of years, but CEO Laurent Potdevin is optimistic about the brand's future and has plans to double sales by 2020. read more
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Back-to-school shopping started earlier than ever and will likely last even longer as shoppers still try to complete shopping even as kids head back to class. read more
Two years into a turnaround, JCPenney hosted its first analyst day to outline the retailer's strengths and growth opportunities. The event is ongoing, but already CEO Marvin Ellison seems to have accomplished his No. 1 priority when...
Target posted a sales decline for the second quarter and lowered expectations for the remainder of the year, citing a challenging retail environment. read more
Barnes & Noble has fired CEO Ron Boire barely one year into his tenure, saying he "was not a good fit for the organization and that it was in the best interests of all parties for him to leave the company." read more
>> He's leaving Amazon Prime for Jet (Business Insider) >> Amazon Web Services exec exits (GeekWire) >> Why bad online reviews may actually be good (Supermarket News) >>... read more
The inner workings of German grocery chain Aldi have long been shrouded in mystery, but the co-founder's heirs are now embroiled in a very public battle for control of its operations. read more
Westfield's new World Trade Center opens today and will showcase a number of new retail concepts ranging from shiny flagships to experiential eateries and interactive technology. read more
The task of training a workforce capable of delivering omnichannel customer services came under the spotlight at a recent retail event, reports Glynn Davis
Waiting is no longer tolerated in the digital age and companies are lining up to help us avoid the dreaded queue with apps and location services Queueing, like morris dancing or drinking on trains, is a British tradition in danger of...
Getting rapid business insight can make the difference between a missed opportunity and a huge gain, according to storage technology expert, Alex McMullan
Routing and scheduling software helps Staples deliver thousands of products in the last month as children up and down the country prepared to return to school