What do you do with your old smartphone when you no longer need it? Chances are, you keep it.
According to a survey conducted by the Royal Society of Chemistry (RSC), 45 per cent of UK households have two to five unused electronic devices at home. Here Neil Ballinger, head of EMEA sales at automation equipment supplier EU Automation, discusses smartphones and the circular economy.
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Smartphones and the circular economy
Feb 04, 2020
The failing high street: top four lessons for small businesses
Feb 04, 2020
Profit warnings have become commonplace in the national media, with once-booming businesses such as Mothercare, Beales and Patisserie Valerie revealing that they have been crippled by a rise in online competition, or in the latter case, mismanagement.
Discover the latest solutions to navigate the evolving retail landscape at EuroShop 2020
Feb 04, 2020
The retail industry is undergoing a significant period of change. Consumer demand is constantly evolving led by rising expectations for an improved experience, both online and in-store.
