Editor, Essential Retail
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Shares tumble as Asos issues profit warning
Another profit warning for Asos as it says warehouse issues are impacting its business.
Fujifilm announces UK experiential flagship in London
Fujifilm reveals it will be opening a three-floor photography experience centre in Covent Garden before the end of the year.
Retail Ramble podcast: Made.com on innovation
Essential Retail chats all things innovation on the Retail Ramble podcast with Made.com
Wayfair to open first UK pop-up
Wayfair is dipping its toes into physical retail in the UK with a one-day pop-up next month.
Walmart implements staff scheduling system powered by JDA
Walmart is using a new scheduling system to help its 1.1 million store associates manage their shifts.
Hype introduces Veeloop’s parent authentication payment tech
Hype is offering its young shoppers the option to shop online even if they don’t have a payment card.
Interview: Sweaty Betty on the rise of athleisure and eCommerce growth
Essential Retail speaks to Sweaty Betty’s head of eCommerce to learn more about how the website has been upgraded to keep up with the athleisure demand.
Retail Ramble podcast: Amazon & next-gen fulfilment
Essential Retail chats to Amazon about launching its new click & collect Counter service with Next.
British Airways fined £183.38 million for GDPR data breach
The ICO has slapped British Airways with a record £183.38 million fine for infringements under GDPR.
Westfield launches AI-driven pop-up
The Trending Store uses NextAtlas technology to mine data on new fashion trends.
Mountain Warehouse CEO: sustainability will overtake in-store experience
Mountain Warehouse boss, Mark Neale, talks about weatherproofing his business and how retailers who put sustainability at the heart of their businesses will be the ones that succeed in the future.
Asos launches AR virtual catwalk
Asos launches augmented reality catwalk experience for iOS.
Majestic at “crossroads” as it focuses on Naked Wines
Sale of Majestic brand imminent as the retailer concentrates on its digitally-focused Naked Wines division.
Retail Ramble podcast: Pink on the emotional connection
Essential Retail quizzes Jermyn Street shirtmaker, Pink, about creating an emotional connection with the shopper.
Video: What’s the biggest challenge impacting retail in 2019?
Essential Retail asks the industry: what’s the biggest challenge impacting retail today?
