Artificial Intelligence
This coverage examines the role of artificial intelligence in the UK retail sector, focusing on how AI shapes customer experience, supply chain optimisation, workforce efficiency, and data-driven decision-making. Reporting highlights practical applications, strategic investments, and emerging technologies, offering insights for retail executives, managers, and professionals exploring innovation and competitive advantage through AI.
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Sep- 2023 -22 SeptemberFeatures
The Golden Quarter: Perfect promotions through intelligent merchandising
The 100-day countdown to Christmas – a period which also includes key dates such as Halloween, Black Friday and Cyber Monday in quick succession – is the busiest period in the retail calendar, and unquestionably the most challenging. This year’s Golden Quarter will likely be one of the most difficult…
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Aug- 2023 -24 AugustFeatures
Step into the future: How John Lewis can incorporate AI
“If they do it really well I don’t think the customers will even know it’s happening. Everything will just feel natural and smooth and I don’t think they’ll remove partners from the process. You’ll still feel like you’re interacting with people wearing green,” says Dan Hughes, principal product and strategy…
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14 AugustNews
John Lewis chief outlines buy now pay later ambition
John Lewis chief executive Nish Kankiwala has revealed that the retailer is looking into developing a buy now pay later (BNPL) scheme in the mould of Klarna. Speaking to the Mail on Sunday, Kankiwala said: “I think we will develop a buy-now-pay-later product. Especially in the younger generation, people expect…
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9 AugustDepartment Stores
John Lewis agrees £100m Google Cloud partnership
The John Lewis Partnership has announced that it has entered into an agreement with Google Cloud worth £100m across the next five years. Under the agreement, more of the organisation’s technology will migrate to Google Cloud, harnessing the latest technologies, including artificial intelligence (AI) and machine learning (ML). John Lewis…
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Jun- 2023 -30 JuneFeatures
How is AI shaping the retail sector?
Can you tell me about yourself and your experience in the retail industry? I am a partner with BearingPoint, a leading Management and Technology Consultancy, and I have responsibility for the Consumer Goods and Retail sector in the UK. Prior to joining BearingPoint, I had a long career working in…
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21 JuneOnline & Digital
Alibaba CEO steps down to lead brand’s cloud business
Alibaba chief executive and chairman Daniel Zhang has announced that he will be stepping down from his role to lead the company’s computing service arm. Following this transition, Zhang will continue to lead Alibaba Cloud Intelligence Group as its chairman and chief executive officer. Zhang has been with the firm…
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May- 2023 -3 MayElectrical
Dyson seeks permission for £100m research centre in Bristol
Dyson plans to invest £100m in a new research and development building opposite Castle Park, close to Bristol Bridge, which would be home to hundreds of software and artificial intelligence engineers, the BBC has reported. According to the engineering giant, it chose Bristol for its plans for the city’s reputation…
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Mar- 2023 -27 MarchFeatures
BaxterStorey’s supermarket venture using AI technology
What was the idea behind The Social Bee store? What compelled you to utilise Amazon’s Just Walk Out technology? We opted to partner with Amazon and implement the Just Walk Out technology for several reasons. Firstly, we needed an extended hours offer where the customer could still get good quality…
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Nov- 2022 -23 NovemberAdvice
Black Friday: How can algorithmic retailing ensure a successful event?
Worldwide activity surrounding Black Friday has never been stronger. In the US, over 53% of consumers plan to make a purchase on Black Friday ; in the UK consumers are expected to spend £8.71 billion over the course of the 2022 Black Friday weekend. It’s an event which represents a…
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Sep- 2022 -13 SeptemberSponsored Articles
The Golden Quarter: Planning for profit with intelligent merchandising
16 September marks the 100-day countdown to Christmas, also known as the Golden Quarter; the busiest period in the retail calendar. The Golden Quarter can be a difficult time for retail businesses, but this year, of all years, will be a real challenge. The cost-of-living crisis continued disruption to supply…
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