Black Friday

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…

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Footfall sees Black Friday lull amid cost of living crisis

Footfall across UK retail destinations rose by a modest +1.6% last week from the week before, driven mostly by high…

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How Lightning 50 winner Piglet in Bed is getting the bedding business just right

It was in 2017 that Founder of Piglet in Bed, Jessica Mason, launched her online bedding business with only a…

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Geoff Lloyd warns on expected ‘greater demand’ this Black Friday

What led to you becoming director of retail and what responsibilities come with the role? My career began on the…

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Consumers are feeling the pinch – but so are retailers. Can Black Friday even happen this year?

Black Friday traditionally marks the start of the festive shopping season, with big ticket promotions that seem to get bigger…

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Retail faces multiple challenges – A key one is fixing the data layer

As the UK consumer battles rising inflation, interest rates, scary heating bills and even considering back-up generators to avoid potential…

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Retail sales recovery slows in October

The recovery of retail sales slowed in October, as on a total basis, retail sales increased by 1.6%, against an…

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Retailers pessimistic heading into peak season, research finds

Over half of UK retailers are concerned about their businesses’ financial performance over the upcoming peak season against a backdrop…

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Superdrug xmas sales surge 219%

Superdrug has reported a 219% year-on-year rise in Christmas gift sales as shoppers have started to stock up early. Looking…

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Why Scurri predicts a spartan Black Friday

Can you tell us a little bit about Scurri and what it offers as a platform?  Scurri is a cloud-based…

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