All Innovation & disruption articles – Page 76
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News
Samsung integrates 3G into smartwatch to create 'truly connected life'
Samsung has launched the Gear S, a 3G-connected smartwatch that can perform the functions of a smartphone without connecting to a separate mobile device via Bluetooth.
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Analysis
Innovation watch: Hong Kong bag boutique Pomch creates accessories out of tools
Located at Hong Kong’s newest design hub, PMQ, POMCH is a local bag boutique that brings the process of creation centre stage and embodies an aesthetic that is more workshop than retail shop.
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Opinion
Comment: The ever-changing nature of the supermarket chief executive
In light of Justin King’s Sainsbury’s departure and Tesco’s leadership crisis, supermarket leaders must remember the importance of innovation.
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Opinion
Comment: How will Amazon's acquisition of Twitch shape the gaming market?
For specialist game retailers Amazon’s purchase of Twitch simply reinforces the extent to which gaming as a pastime has shifted towards the digital.
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Opinion
Comment: The possibilities of digital aisles are endless for retailers
Floor space may be one of the most limiting factors for retailers, but innovation is promising to revolutionise the in-store experience.
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Analysis
Analysis: 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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News
Amazon gears up for drone delivery trial in India
Online giant Amazon is poised to debut its drone delivery service in India, with trials set to take place in Mumbai and Bangalore.
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Analysis
Analysis: eBay's 15th birthday – where does the site go next?
15 years ago this week, the first UK purchase was made on eBay – a CD from German rock group The Scorpions for £2.89.
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Analysis
Start-up of the week: Online marketplace We are Pop-Up
The number of start-ups in retail technology is growing quickly and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week We are Pop-Up is in the spotlight.
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Opinion
Blog: Will smart robots revolutionise the supply chain?
Returns are a long-term problem for online retailers. The proportion of returned products can reach 40% in some categories, with fashion particularly affected.
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Analysis
Analysis: Dixons Carphone plugs in to the connected consumer
Electricals group Dixons and mobile specialist Carphone Warehouse have officially flicked the switch on their retail merger.
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Cartoon
Blower’s retail cartoon: Online retailing hits 20 years
Retail Week’s cartoonist Patrick Blower’s take on the retailers and etailers who have profited from online retail in the last 20 years.
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Analysis
Analysis: Meet the advisory board for Retail Week Live 2015
Retail Week Live 2015 should be the best yet. Meet the first dedicated advisory board of retailers who are helping to make it happen.
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Opinion
Comment: UK ecommerce must constantly innovate to keep up with shoppers
The UK has been a pioneer in digital retail since the early days, but retailers must continue adapting to the demands of the consumer to survive.
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Analysis
Start-up of the week: In-store analytics firm CloudTags
The number of small, fast-growth technology companies is growing quickly in retail, and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best - this week CloudTags is in the spotlight.
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News
House 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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Carphone 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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Opinion
Comment: Why has Aldi launched a smartphone and is it a good idea?
One month ago Aldi Nord in Germany launched two smartphone models – the difference to the UK launch is that these were branded models rather than own-brand.
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News
Aldi becomes first supermarket to launch own-brand smartphone
Aldi has become the first supermarket to launch an own-brand smartphone.
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News
Tesco convenience franchise One Stop launches mobile voucher scheme
Tesco’s c-store business One Stop is launching a mobile voucher scheme that allows customers to redeem coupons in-store using their phone.