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The secret weapon to retail supply chain optimisation

Brother and Loftware discuss why barcode labels are fundamental to retail operations and how they can be used to optimise your supply chain.
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Why retail businesses can’t afford to lose sight of the data breach threat

Retailers are targeted by hackers more than any other sector, so what can IT managers in retail businesses do to protect against data breach consequences?
6 minute read
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How has Covid-19 transformed investment in retail technology?

Discover how technology has been the great enabler, empowering retailers to adapt, drive growth and outperform their competition.
4 minute read
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Are retailers and customers ready for a cashless society?

Does retail benefit from a cashless society? Find out how customer experience can be enhanced by cashless retail environments.
3 minute read
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The future of retail: Reinventing the shop window post-Covid

While uncertainty remains in the retail industry, we identify 4 ways retailers can increase growth opportunities in a changing retail landscape.
4 minute read
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Labelling and scanning can cut supermarket food waste

Supermarkets and tech suppliers are employing novel labelling and scanning solutions to reduce food waste. What should food retail IT managers be doing?
4 minute read
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Winning customers from the warehouse

Speed is of the essence for online retailers looking to steal a march on their competitors. We look at the key areas in which online retailers are using technology to push the envelope when it comes to fulfilling orders as fast as possible.
6 minute read

6 tips for hiring an outsourced managed services provider

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Five ways to make your business printing more sustainable

Organisations are facing up to the fact their print processes have a big impact on their carbon footprint. These 5 responsible procurement tips can help.
6 minute read
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How Virtual & Augmented Reality Will Reshape Retail & Help Consumers Make Better Informed Buying Decisions

Today, brands are using all of the digital tools at their disposal to tempt potential customers to choose their offering over the competition. It's an opportunity for retailers to get ahead and generate savings by cutting the number of customer returns.
6 minute read
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Covid-19: Worst & Top Performing Retailers Of 2020

COVID-19 has taken a heavy toll on the retail sector, but not all brands have been affected equally – some brands have been devastated while others have flourished.
5 minute read
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The new normal for retail? Help yourself

The global pandemic has changed the way we shop. We look at four examples of self-service innovations that are keeping staff and customers safe while still delivering a good shopping experience.
4 minute read
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How to print labels to sell on a large marketplace

Amazon has become the top e-commerce platform in the western world, and it's never been easier for businesses large and small to get in on the act.

3 minute read
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Natasha's Law guidance: is your food business complying with Natasha's Law 2021?

Food businesses have had to adapt to stay afloat. Many have found new ways to serve meals but with adaptation comes the added challenge of complying with evolving food safety rules.
2 minute read

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