All In-store technology articles – Page 29
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AnalysisAnalysis: Has retail technology moved from cost saver to profit maker?
As part of a wider report in conjunction with the Retail Week Technology & Ecommerce Summit, IT leaders discuss how technology has evolved.
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NewsHouse of Fraser trials beacon technology in mannequins
House of Fraser is rolling out beacon technology in mannequins at the retailer’s click-and-collect store in Aberdeen.
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NewsCarphone Warehouse marketing boss discusses new digital concept store
Carphone Warehouse marketing director Julian Diment talks Retail Week through the roll-out of the company’s new digital concept stores.
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GalleryIn pictures: First look at Carphone shops in Currys and PC World
Newly formed business Dixons Carphone has unveiled the first Carphone shop-in-shops in Currys and PC World stores.
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GalleryIn pictures: Carphone Warehouse unveils 'energetic' digital format
Carphone Warehouse is rolling out a new digital format across 200 of its stores as it seeks to create a slick and simplified experience.
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OpinionComment: Online retailers becoming physical retailers, the jury’s out
Pro Direct’s first physical store shows that the barrier between the real and virtual retail worlds may be higher than many imagine.
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NewsCo-operative attaches tablets to trolleys for customer feedback trial
The Co-operative Food is testing attaching tablet devices to trolley handles to encourage in-store customer feedback during the shopping trip.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Innovation lessons from the gaming and auto industries
Ahead of the Retail Week Technology & Ecommerce Summit, Retail Week speaks to representatives of the automotive and gaming industries.
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AnalysisAnalysis: How to work with technology start-ups
The retail technology start-up community is booming. Retail Week finds out how retailers can tap into what the sector has to offer.
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GalleryStory gallery: Ikea downsizes with experimental store format
Hamburg is home to Ikea’s first ‘Citystore’, a new format with a smaller store footprint designed to cater to urban shoppers.
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GalleryStore gallery: Birchbox New York delivers with first store
Online beauty company Birchbox has opened shop – Retail Week looks at how they have translated online personalisation to an in-store format.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How do I ensure my shop is compliant with the Energy Act?
Guidance from the Department for Energy and Climate Change (DECC) has been scarce, although a new consultation paper is expected.
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AnalysisApple's store design trademark: What do retailers need to know?
In a landmark decision, the European Court of Justice ruled that the layout of Apple’s retail stores may be registered as a trademark. Retail Week looks at the implications.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco's digital screen, food promotion and the plastic bag charge
Retail news round-up on July 16, 2014: Tesco introduces screen technology, Charge for bags may be increased, NFU slams Tesco.
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OpinionComment: A retail finance director’s remit goes beyond numbers
Marks and Spencer and Tesco demonstrate that the role of the modern CFO does not stop at finance but extends into every aspect of retail.
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AnalysisApp review: John Lewis Vs Argos
Mike Cavers, executive creative director of DST Global Insights Group looks at the usability John Lewis and Argos’ app offers.
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AnalysisAnalysis: Is click-and-collect success killing home delivery?
As shoppers come to demand more convenience in delivery, retailers are responding with the most innovative period in the sector’s history.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Made.com, Peacocks and Amazon
Retail news round-up on July 11, 2014: Made.com introduces product scanning tech, Peacocks ‘Made in Britain’ top from India and Amazon seeks permission to test drones outdoors
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OpinionRetail surgery: Does mobile retail support or undermine the high street?
Consultancy Capgemini has reported that mobile sales had doubled in 2013 to £3bn.
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OpinionRetail surgery: How can technology ensure consumers see retailer’s stores as destinations?
In order to be seen as a destination, retailers first need to consider what they are a destination for.