All World Retail Congress articles – Page 6
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Economists optimistic end of recession is in sight
Leading economists forecast that the end of the recession is in sight, and will be led by a recovery in the US and China, followed by Europe.
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Consistency key to sustainable development
Trust, engagement, authenticity, communication and understanding customers are the key issues for retailers as they move towards greater sustainability, according to a panel at the World Retail Congress this morning.
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OpinionRetail IT: international ideas
UK retailers must not get complacent despite holding their own in the nominations for the awards to be held at this year’s World Retail Congress.
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AnalysisE-tail’s leaders and laggards
A new website functionality report reveals who the world’s top online players really are. Glynn Davis reports
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How to build a thriving business
What makes a successful entrepreneur and how to build a business were two questions addressed by Alliance Boots boss Stefano Pessina, Space NK founder Nicky Kinnaird and Mohammed Alshaya at the World Retail Congress in Barcelona.
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Store design to have community feel
The concept of community will be at the heart of the successful store designs of the future, the World Retail Congress heard this morning.
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Ben Sherman: international to lead income
Iconic British brand and retailer Ben Sherman expects over half its income to come from overseas markets with the next year or so.
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Central Europe still has potential
The retail landscape in Central Europe is maturing, but it still represents an attractive opportunity for Western retailers.
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Lord & Taylor eyes Asian opportunities
US department store retailer Lord & Taylor will look for opportunities outside the US once it has realigned its US store portfolio, said chairman Richard Baker at the World Retail Congress this morning.
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Cultural awareness is vital
Alertness to local differences is key to success in emerging markets, the World Retail Congress heard.
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Shewmaker: Wal-Mart is underestimating competition
Wal-Mart, the world’s largest retailer, faces “really big challenges” if it is to maintain its success, former chief financial officer Jack Shewmaker has warned.
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Communication is key
A genuine commitment to communication is key to retail success, the World Retail Congress heard this afternoon.
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Emerging markets offer risks and rewards
The emerging markets represent a significant growth opportunity for retailers, but is not without risks and challenges, according to a panel of major international retailers and retail experts speaking at the World Retail Congress in Barcelona.
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Understanding the journey
Technology should be used by retailers to enhance shoppers’ experience and better understand their needs, the World Retail Congress in Barcelona hears.
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Retailers should pay more than lip service to sustainability
Retailers need to make big changes and take tangible and measurable action now to make their businesses sustainable, according to a panel speaking at the World Retail Congress in Barcelona.
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Quality service should be a priority
Quality customer service has never been more important, as the internet has raised the stakes for retailers, delegates heard on Wednesday.
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Green: evolution is key to survival
Speaking at the World Retail Congress in Barcelona, Arcadia and Bhs chief executive Sir Philip Green warned that the tough economic conditions would expose who the good and bad retailers are.
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The rebalancing has begun
We are seeing the start of a rebalancing of the global economy that will have a huge impact on the global retail market.
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The till roll contains the key to successful loyalty schemes
The question of what loyalty actually means in a retail context was tackled today at the World Retail Congress.