UK retail continues to endure turbulent times. Last year witnessed a litany of store closures on the high street. Traditional retailers have been criticised for not adapting to change, failing to meet customer expectations and not moving quickly enough with digital developments. Online channels are perceived as more convenient and competitive and are favoured by a growing population of shoppers.
Retail Supply Chain Management
The term Retail is defined as the sale of goods and services from companies or individuals to the end-consumer. Retailers acquire goods from producers and then sell these goods in-store or on-line via the internet. Retail supply chain software can enhance supply chain efficiency and trading partner collaboration by better connecting product information, processes and trading partners.
Wehkamp plots double-digit growth trajectory with Manhattan Associates
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (0)
Manhattan Associates Inc. has announced that Dutch online retailer Wehkamp has selected Manhattan’s Warehouse Management System (WMS) to manage its new distribution centre (DC) in Zwolle, Netherlands.
Ziften announces rapid adoption of its cloud-delivered endpoint protection plus visibility and hardening platform (EPP+)
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (0)
Ziften has announced the rapid adoption of its EPP+ platform. Ziften is the first cyber-security platform that provides one agent for all endpoints – laptops, desktops, servers and cloud – preventing a full-range of cyber-attacks by addressing all 3 phases of the endpoint security continuum – attack protection; threat analysis, response and remediation; and proactive endpoint posture hardening and hygiene.
An underperforming high street: can technology tempt customers back?
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (0)
Andy Martin, Morphean's Retail Segment Leader, discusses how VSaaS isn't just keeping staff and customers safe; it also provides the intelligenc that can enhance the instore experience.
Retailers suffering from uncertainty - Fujitsu comment
Mar 12, 2019 Comments (1)
The British Retail Consortium (BRC) and KPMG has released stats revealing that total sales growth dropped to 0.5% in the year to February, down from 1.6% a year earlier.
New cloud TMS system accounts for hours of savings
Mar 05, 2019 Comments (0)
A haulier has significantly improved customer invoicing after investing in new cloud transport management technology, provided by software specialist Mandata.
Secrets to eCommerce success to be revealed at B2B Marketing Expo 2019
Feb 26, 2019 Comments (0)
The secrets to succeeding in B2B eCommerce are to be unveiled to marketers at this year’s B2B Marketing Expo 2019.
Barker and Stonehouse turns to Paragon’s routing and scheduling software for superior customer service
Feb 26, 2019 Comments (0)
Barker and Stonehouse, the UK's largest independent family-run furniture retailer, has invested in a logistics solution from Paragon to provide customers with a superior delivery service with more choice.
Retailers must question if multi-seasonal sales are detrimental to their brand
Feb 26, 2019 Comments (0)
By Richard Piper, Director at Webloyalty.
Over the past few years we have seen the rise of the savvy shopper. Two years ago, the number one driver of retailer choice was quality, followed by the range of products on offer.
What retail tech will be hot this year… are you betting your budget on the right trends?
Feb 26, 2019 Comments (0)
Where are tech-savvy retailers investing their budgets this year? That’s the question on the lips of both retail budget holders and tech vendors.
Retail companies become involved in supply chain management in order to control product quality, inventory levels, timing, and expenses. Retail supply chain software encompasses warehouse & transportation solutions, inventory control, and possibly additional strategic/planning modules, particularly for the larger/volume-based retailers.
