Critical Issues...
Critical issues affecting the retail supply chain and in store technology

Very poor countries are on the wrong side of a growing logistical divide September 03, 2008 The gap between developed and developing countries has been a global concern for decades, but skyrocketing oil prices and the general growth of world markets threaten to widen the gap Staying focused – a few guidelines to growing a business when finding clients is becoming more difficult July 28, 2008 By Richard Gigg Unless there is a significant change in attitude by the business community as a whole, it is likely that we will talk ourselves into an economic downturn. Finding strength through adversity July 16, 2008 The current economic climate is cause for concern to retailers, however, some companies are well prepared to weather the storm. Rapid Improvements in Real Time Locating Systems August 18, 2008 - By Dr Peter Harrop One reason why the market for Real Time Locating Systems (RTLS) is growing rapidly to pass the billion dollar mark well within ten years is technology. It is improving rapidly, with new variants for the many new sub sectors of the market that are emerging. Selling Like Hot Cakes Online April 16, 2008 What do you do when local supermarkets are squeezing the life out of your family business? One option is to refocus on an area where these giants can't compete. ‘End of the IT department' predicted by 2013 April 15, 2008 The days of the traditional IT department are numbered - that is the stark prediction of Charles Black, CEO of Nasstar. A fifth of employees store corporate files on memory sticks April 15, 2008 A recent survey reveals that 49% of employees store work-related files in multiple locations – posing serious security threats and exposure as well as compliance and information management issues. 62% of retail distribution and transport organisations are limited by poor data warehouse performance April 11, 2008 Independent Survey Shows Users in the Retail, Distribution and Transport Industries Cannot Maximise Database Capabilities. A fresh look at technology April 11, 2008 Dave Hogg, director of business development at Ross Systems, looks at how food manufacturers can achieve substantial cost savings through clever use of new technology.

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