More on Me + Em – Page 691
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News
Lord Kirkham-founded Fabb Sofas enters administration
Fabb Sofas has fallen into administration less than two years after it was founded, due to a lack of external funding.
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Video
The Retail Week: Will a CVA save House of Fraser?
House of Fraser aims to axe more than half of its stores through a CVA. We discuss the proposals and whether they are enough to revive the department store’s fortunes.
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Analysis
Move of the week: AO.com promotions reflect its culture
Management restructures are very much de rigueur as retailers adapt to changing market conditions and look to capitalise on their strengths.
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Analysis
Five reasons why Joules is defying the retail gloom
On the morning that House of Fraser revealed it was to close half of its stores there was at least cheer for one retailer.
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News
B&Q consults 700 staff on sales overhaul
B&Q is to overhaul how it sells kitchens and bathrooms and has begun consultations with 700 workers who will be affected by the changes.
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Analysis
House of Fraser's 'grim day' is just the start of its journey
House of Fraser has revealed plans to close more than half its stores through a CVA, leaving it with just 28 branches nationwide.
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News
Notonthehighstreet ecommerce director departs
Notonthehighstreet ecommerce director Ollie Scheers has left the online gifting platform after less than 18 months in the role.
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Opinion
Opinion: Debenhams can benefit from HoF's adversity
“Every adversity, every failure, every heartache carries with it the seed of an equal or greater benefit.”
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News
Ikea pledges to remove all single-use plastic by 2020
Ikea has revealed plans to ditch all single-use plastic products in the next two years as concerns grow over the impact of plastic pollution on the environment.
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News
Poundworld to file intention to appoint administrators
Poundworld will file its intention to appoint administrators today after a rescue bid from Alteri collapsed, putting 5,500 jobs at risk.
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News
House of Fraser plans 31 store closures as CVA unveiled
House of Fraser has proposed the closure of 31 stores through a CVA, details of which have now been revealed.
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News
Joules profits to beat expectations after sales surge
Joules expects full-year profits to come in just ahead of City expectations after sales rose strongly last year.
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News
Amazon seeks 2,500 more UK staff
Amazon is to increase UK staff numbers by 10% this year as it creates 2,500 permanent jobs.
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Analysis
Five trends changing how people eat, shop and spend
In an uncertain retail climate, change is the only constant, driven by shifting consumer behaviour.
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Analysis
How-to guide: why a mobile strategy is crucial in Sweden
With smartphone penetration at 85% and 12% of consumers shopping on their mobile daily, Sweden’s ecommerce market is ripe with opportunity for mobile-first retailers.
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Retail Voice
Retail destinations need to live up to experiential expectations
In today’s multichannel world, retail destinations need to live up to the demands of modern tech-savvy consumers.
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Opinion
Introducing a new approach to modern finance
Technology investment and data insight are transforming the way finance teams operate, allowing them to better navigate an uncertain market and unlock value.
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News
Sainsbury's names Moriarty chief digital officer
Sainsbury’s has promoted its online boss Clodagh Moriarty to the newly created role of chief digital officer.
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News
Poundworld future in doubt as Alteri ditches rescue bid
Poundworld’s talks with Alteri Investors have ended at the eleventh hour, casting fresh doubt over the survival of the beleaguered value chain.