All Social media articles – Page 13
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NewsSocial media advertising gains popularity but still disruptive, says Mintel
While social media users are increasingly likely to engage with advertising many still consider it distracting, research from Mintel shows.
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OpinionOpinion: Why it's Back to the Future for retail in 2016
Star Wars has recently caught people’s imagination in retail but the film franchise that holds greater resonance is surely Back to the Future.
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NewsThe growth of digital: 12 predictions for digital technology in 2016
From the growth of the on-demand economy, to the acceptance of omnichannel, there have been some exciting digital movements in 2015.
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NewsPinterest adds price drop notification to its app to drive purchases
Pinterest has added price drop notifications to its platform that will let users know when their pinned products have been reduced in price.
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AnalysisPeople moves: End of an era at McColl’s and all the moves in November
James Lancaster to step aside at McColl’s, Pets at Home’s Phil Hackney leaves for Shop Direct and Tim Bettley joins The Original Factory Shop.
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AnalysisStart-up of the week: Customer communications application Gnatta
The number of start-ups in retail technology is growing and Retail Week is highlighting some of the best. This week Gnatta is in the spotlight.
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OpinionFashion retailers should be exploiting the 'chelfie' social shopping trend
Social media has changed the relationship between brands and consumers and retailers can take advantage of this by following the latest trends.
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NewsWe Are Pop Up lays foundations for retail property social network
Start-up We Are Pop Up has introduced a new platform designed to allow retailers to connect with owners of available property spaces.
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AnalysisFacebook tests shopping section on its mobile app
Facebook has said it will be testing new ways for users to browse and purchase retail products directly through its mobile app.
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AnalysisInfographic: A snapshot of Instagram's vital stats on its fifth birthday
Photo sharing social network Instagram celebrates its fifth birthday today. Retail Week takes a look at its key facts and figures.
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Analysis
Burberry to reveal collection on Snapchat ahead of London Fashion Week show
Luxury fashion retailer Burberry will unveil its spring collection on Snapchat the night before its London Fashion Week (LFW) runway show.
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NewsTech & Ecomm: Net-a-Porter on the launch of its social shopping network The Net Set
The vice-president of social commerce at Net-a-Porter has revealed why the etailer decided to launch its social shopping network, The Net Set.
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NewsInstagram to launch full ad campaign capabilities for retailers
Instagram has expanded the ad capabilities available to retailers on its social media platform, including a new 30-second video ad format.
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AnalysisRetailers should look to tie up with influencers for their marketing
Doritos getting in touch with their inner lad is an example of how retailers could effectively tie-up with influencers for their marketing.
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NewsGame launches 'world's first' social network-style careers website
Game has launched a social network-style careers website, which the retailer claims is a world first.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on Tesco, consumer confidence and TK Maxx
Retail news round-up on August 28, 2015: Fraud office summons ex-Tesco chief for interrogation and August consumer morale unexpectedly up.
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NewsFashion retail start-up Shopa shuts down after three years
The social online marketplace start-up Shopa has revealed it has ceased trading after three years.
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OpinionComment: How social media influence will increasingly affect retail success
Retail is a social activity so it is no surprise that the industry and consumers alike have embraced social media as part of the experience.
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NewsBreakfast briefing: Retail news on M&S, Tesco's Dunnhumby and Bargain Booze
Retail news round-up on August 12, 2015: M&S parts company with womenswear boss and lower offers for Tesco’s Dunnhumby.
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OpinionComment: Creating an emotional connection is key to customer experience
Customer experience is a product of the digital age but retailers still need to create a personal, emotional connection with consumers.