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Woolworths pledges to switch to a 100% electric delivery fleet
Australia-based supermarket giant Woolworths has strengthened its commitment to sustainability across its delivery network. The retailer aims to replace more than …
RFID technology is revolutionising India’s retail industry
Radio frequency identification (RFID) technology has extended its reach beyond healthcare and is gaining momentum in the Indian retail industry, …
The meal deal market continues to grow during the cost-of-living crisis
Post-pandemic, retailers and foodservice operators are finding it tricky to anticipate areas of demand in the weekday lunch occasion as …
Amazon settles $25m lawsuit over Alexa’s privacy breach
Amazon.com has reached a settlement of $25m following allegations that the company violated children's privacy rights through its popular voice …
Aldi seeks Staffordshire suppliers to support British businesses
Aldi, the fourth-largest supermarket in the UK, is actively searching for new suppliers in Staffordshire to partner with in 2023. This …
Govt pushes ‘food price cap’ despite supermarket row
The UK government is forging ahead with its controversial ‘food price cap’ plan, despite resistance from major supermarkets. The Department for …
Sainsbury’s unveils new Neighbourhood Hub store in West Sussex, UK
Supermarket chain Sainsbury’s has expanded its footprint by opening an upgraded store in Henfield, West Sussex. The new 5,554ft² store, part …
IKEA owner Ingka buys software solution provider Made4net
Ingka Investments, the investment arm of IKEA operator Ingka Group, has acquired supply chain software solution provider Made4net for an …
Nordstrom net sales declined 11.6% in Q1 FY23
US-based department store chain Nordstrom has reported total net sales of $3.06bn in the first quarter (Q1) of fiscal year …
WHSmith’s revenue grew 23% in 13 weeks to 27 May 2023
Global travel retailer WHSmith has reported that its revenue for the 13 weeks ending 27 May 2023 grew 23% compared …
Online-first brands go omnichannel, expand into the real world
In an era dominated by online shopping, digital-first brands are recognizing the value of brick-and-mortar retail and are reimagining the …
Who’s hiring who? Future of Work hiring activity decreased by 33% in the retail industry in Q1 2023
The global retail industry experienced a 33% drop in new job postings related to future of work in Q1 2023 …
Who’s hiring who? Ecommerce hiring activity decreased by 7% in the retail industry in Q1 2023
The global retail industry experienced a 7% drop in new job postings related to ecommerce in Q1 2023 compared with …
Who’s hiring who? Customer Loyalty hiring activity decreased by 1% in the retail industry in Q1 2023
The global retail industry experienced a 1% drop in new job postings related to customer loyalty in Q1 2023 compared …
Sign of the times: grocer secures high-priced coffee in GPS-tracked cases
In response to the skyrocketing price of instant coffee, a supermarket in Harborne, Birmingham, has resorted to safeguarding jars of …