Retail
New powers could bring "click and collect" to a store near you
New plans would enable British high streets to adapt to meet the changing needs of today’s modern consumer.
Companies struggle to embed cross-channel approach to marketing
The majority of companies are focused on integrated marketing but many are still struggling to implement a truly cross-channel approach, according to new research.
Smartphone searches: A recipe for grocery sales success
All device grocery search volumes grew 22% in the second quarter of 2014 compared with the same quarter a year earlier.
iBeacons - What you need to know
Nope that’s not an air freshener on the wall in Tesco’s, it’s an iBeacon - Apple’s newest way to provide iPhone users and other iOS devices location based information via Bluetooth low-energy wireless technology.
UK consumers no longer in fear of ‘Big Brother’ - as long as he plays nice
New research released by Webtrends looks at British attitudes towards data sharing in 2014. It reveals that, despite common perceptions of ‘Big Brother’, UK consumers are surprisingly relaxed about sharing their data with businesses.
Agent Provocateur attracts a global audience with Content Acceleration network
CDNetworks has been chosen by Agent Provocateur, the premium British lingerie retailer, to optimise website performance and help drive growth in international markets such as the US, China, and the Middle East. CDNetworks' content acceleration platform will enable Agent Provocateur to increase global online sales and avoid website downtime.
eBay and Argos move to next stage of Click & Collect partnership
Argos has announced that they have entered an agreement to extend their offering of Click & Collect services via Argos stores.
Amazon makes improvements and innovations in cross border delivery network
Amazon is working hard every day to provide its European customers with the widest selection of products and fast delivery at the click of a button.
How to analyse your company’s website
The internet has undeniably transformed the face of modern day business, with websites emerging as key players in the advertising, information and commercial transaction strategies, of most contemporary companies.
The value of cashback sites in the US market
With advertisers increasing their spend on performance marketing campaigns, it is no surprise to see the channel coming under greater scrutiny.
Smartwear: Amazon.co.uk launches new Wearable Technology Store
Amazon.co.uk has launched a Wearable Technology Store, featuring more than 100 different wearable devices including activity trackers, smart watches, smart glasses, wearable cameras and more.
BEST launches revamped website
Designer cooker hood specialist BEST is thrilled to announce it has refreshed its website to improve user experience and reflect the aspirational products on offer.
Virtual fitting room data shows 7% increase in Average Basket Value
The basket value of online clothes shoppers who use a virtual fitting room while making their purchase is an average of 7% higher than shoppers who don't, more than offsetting the general 1% decrease in average basket values experienced by UK clothing e-tailers over the last year.
Taking consumer rights into the digital age
Good news for Europe's more than 507 million consumers: as of today, new EU legislation will bolster their rights throughout the European Union.
How to give your business a boost
Running a successful and growing business seems to be getting more and more complicated by the day. As if dealing with finances and recruitment issues weren’t enough, the unprecedented digital ‘boom’ over the past few years has created a whole new pile of issues and challenges to overcome.