According to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI), 15.9% of all shops and retail outlets in the UK now lie empty.
The figures obtained by Duff & Phelps,…
These Critical issue articles relate to strategy, legislation, technology, best practice and some of the most challenging business topics in the world of retail information technology. The articles in this section have been contributed by leading vendors, industry leaders, research analysts, trade associations and consultancies. This collection of articles cover a variety of topics relating to IT equipment, hardware & software being used in a wide variety of retail and retail supply chain environments across Europe. They look at market trends, improvements in technology and some thought provoking comment on all aspects of optimising and improving efficiencies in store and across retail supply chains.
Jul 22, 2019
According to figures released under the Freedom of Information Act (FOI), 15.9% of all shops and retail outlets in the UK now lie empty.
The figures obtained by Duff & Phelps,…
Jul 16, 2019
Supermarkets roll out a host of sophisticated techniques to encourage shoppers to part with their disposable income.
Jul 16, 2019
By Philip Hall, Managing Director Europe, CommerceHub.
Online marketplaces are booming in popularity and it’s hardly surprising: they provide an excellent selling channel for brands to attract new customers and allow retailers to expand their offering to appeal to more customers.
Jul 16, 2019
A new global shipping report by BigCommerce,a leading ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established brands, reveals that almost three quarters (73%) of UK online shoppers have abandoned their cart because they did not like the shipping options available.
Jul 16, 2019
By René Aerdts Chief Technologist – Global Consumer Goods, DXC Technology.
As a result of technically advanced e-commerce platforms such as Amazon, consumer expectation with regards to customised buying experiences and always-on services have skyrocketed.
Jul 16, 2019
By Mike Jeffs, Chief Commercial Officer, Hark.
Organisations have a significant opportunity to leverage new technology to save on the bottom line. Whether its increasing efficiency, reducing waste or maximising yield. Technology facilitates that by simplifying the route to intelligent assets, or as I would describe to my relatives – giving machines and buildings a heartbeat.
Jul 09, 2019
A new global shipping report by BigCommerce, the ecommerce platform for fast-growing and established brands, reveals that almost three quarters (73%) of UK online shoppers have abandoned their cart because they did not like the shipping options available.
Jul 09, 2019
The benefits of the cloud are not living up to the expectations of UK businesses according to a new report from Advanced.
Jul 09, 2019
Analysis from Beaming, the business ISP, reveals that businesses in the UK were on the receiving end of 146,491 attempted cyber attacks each, on average, in the second quarter of 2019.
Jul 02, 2019
By Raphaël Bertholet, VP R&D, Retail Software Division, Symphony RetailAI.
Historically, demand forecasting using traditional, manual methods has proven laborious and complex.
The retail industry is facing a number of critical issues including:
In addition to the challenges mentioned above, the retail industry is also facing a number of other threats, including:
In addition to these critical issues, the retail industry is also facing a number of other challenges, such as:
The retail industry is constantly evolving, and retailers need to be prepared to adapt to change in order to survive and thrive. The critical issues discussed above are just a few of the challenges that retailers will face in the years to come. By understanding these challenges and developing effective strategies to address them, retailers can position themselves for success in the future.
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The Retail Technology Show announces the shortlist for its 2024 Innovation Awards
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Volumatic shows support for new law protecting shop workers
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Why retailers are connecting personal protection into their security programme
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Online shoppers are demanding faster and more convenient delivery options
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Xiphera launches nQrux family of hardware trust engines for hardware-isolated cryptographic services
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How do electronic shelf labels work ?
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What Are The Benefits Of Polycarbonate Retail Displays?
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Synergy Logistics appoints highly experienced business performance lead as it looks to scale up on expansion, growth and drive change
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Laying the groundwork for effective delivery and returns management
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Unleashing the power of cross-border commerce for retailers
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Ransomware survival guide: What to do before, during and after an attack
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Alimerka enhances supply chain efficiency and sustainability with Cimcorp
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One in four shoppers avoid buying from international retailers due to returns concerns, new ESW and Asendia research reveals
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