Technology
This coverage explores how technology shapes the UK retail sector, focusing on digital transformation, e-commerce platforms, in-store innovations, data analytics, and supply chain systems. Reporting highlights how retailers leverage technology to improve efficiency, enhance customer experience, and stay competitive — offering insight for executives, managers, and professionals driving retail innovation and operations.
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Jul- 2024 -2 JulyPeople Moves
Virgin Wines makes three leadership appointments
Virgin Wines, one of the UK’s largest direct-to-consumer online wine retailers, has announced three key senior management appointments to bolster its leadership team. Danny Cooper has been appointed chief information officer (CIO) having worked in IT roles for almost three decades. Initially holding Infrastructure and Architecture roles within JP Morgan…
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Jun- 2024 -28 JuneOnline & Digital
Music Magpie revenues fall amidst competitive second-hand market
Music Magpie has reported a decline in group revenues from £61.9m to £53.8m for the six months ended 31 May 2024, as it struggled in the highly-competitive second-hand market. The group attributed the reduction to the planned conversion of its US business into a sourcing-only operation, which also saw its…
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25 JuneFeatures
How UK retailers can choose the right supplier
In the highly competitive UK retail market, the choice of a delivery or supply provider is critical for ensuring customer satisfaction and operational efficiency. Selecting the right partner involves a detailed evaluation of various factors to ensure alignment with your business goals and customer expectations. Here’s a comprehensive guide for…
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18 JunePeople Moves
Superdry appoints global technology director
Superdry has appointed Dafydd Moore, a former IT boss at Halfords, as its new global technology director. Moore joins the group from the cycling chain, where he was group director of IT Strategy and Architecture, and before that, he was the global director of IT strategy, architecture and innovation at…
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May- 2024 -24 MayPeople Moves
VF Corp appoints Paul Vogel as CFO
VF Corporation has announced the appointment of Paul Vogel as its new chief financial officer, effective 8 July, 2024. He will succeed Matt Puckett, who as previously announced, will be stepping down after 23 years with the company. VF said Vogel is an experienced finance executive with “significant” operational, financial…
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22 MayOnline & Digital
Music Magpie trading in line with expectations amid takeover talks
Music Magpie has announced that its Q2 trading has been broadly in line with management’s expectations and has benefitted from cost control and lower overheads amid takeover talks. Ahead of its AGM today (22 May 2024), the group has stated that its FY23 financial results on 13 March 2024, started…
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Mar- 2024 -15 MarchNews
Today’s news in brief-15/3/24
After 14 years of service, Iain McDonald, a non-executive director at THG, has announced his intention to step down from his position. McDonald has been instrumental in guiding THG’s growth and evolution into a global leader across Beauty, Nutrition, and Technology sectors. The board, upon his departure, will consist of…
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15 MarchPeople Moves
THG NED to step down after 14 years
THG has revealed that Iain McDonald has informed its board of his intention to step down as a non-executive director at the end of March 2024, shortly after his 14th anniversary as a THG director. The company said McDonald is both a “highly-valued and experienced” member of THG’s board, who…
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15 MarchAdvice
Things to consider for your next pricing strategy
Effective pricing not only attracts customers, but also maximises profits and ensures sustainability in a competitive market. As retailers navigate through the complexities of consumer behaviour, market trends and technological advancements, adopting the right pricing strategies becomes imperative. Here are some of the best ways to tackle your retail pricing…
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11 MarchTechnology
Retail sector launches nationwide recruitment drive for women coders
Retail giants Unilever, Tesco Bank and Dunnhumby have announced that they are strengthening their efforts to recruit more women coders into the retail sector. The companies join other big names including NatWest, GCHQ and Just-Eat in partnering with Code First Girls, which works with over 150 companies in the UK…
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