All Technology articles – Page 80
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NewsJiffy not for sale says co-founder, following spate of rapid grocery acquisitions
Vladimir Kholiaznikov said Jiffy would grow steadily, unlike competitors who were “blitz-scaling without a purpose”.
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Comment & OpinionCheckout-less stores like Amazon Fresh need robust data protection policies
Consumers will only trust new technology if they know their data is used in a transparent manner, says Olivia Crane, associate, Charles Russell Speechlys
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NewsPost Office launches EasyID app to improve parcel collection
The organisation said the app is designed to make parcel collection quicker and easier
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NewsWireless van charging trial begins with ‘huge’ implications for grocery
Several UK grocers are beginning to transition their delivery vehicle fleets to electric power.
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NewsSelfridges debuts ‘immersive roastery’ coffee experience
Customers can choose from seven different single-origin beans and four blends
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NewsZapp to operate on-site dark store at London music festival
The store will operate as an on-site click & collect service rather than couriering goods to festival-goers
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NewsCoca-Cola launches personalised cans on DTC site
The personalised cans cost £5 with free delivery in around five days
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NewsPoundland extends online delivery trial across Midlands and Yorkshire
The online service was quietly tested earlier in the year by 18,000 Poundland staff and selected guests
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Comment & Opinion‘Hybrid’ retailers will need to invest in technology to keep up with omnichannel shopping
Stores’ IT systems, digital platforms and logistics networks will come under increased pressure, says Perran Jervis of law firm TLT
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Comment & OpinionThe shift to online could exacerbate grocery sector employment inequalities
Retailers and the government both have a part to play in preventing an inequality crisis, says Abbie Winton, a final year PhD researcher at Alliance Manchester Business School
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Analysis & FeaturesThe new apps swaying consumer food choices
On-pack nutritional and environmental information could soon take a back seat. A slew of innovative smartphone apps are providing independent scores for products – and they’re fast gaining shopper trust
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Comment & OpinionSupermarkets are in a quandary over on-demand delivery partnerships
We’ve seen the likes of Aldi, Asda, the Co-op, Morrisons and Sainsbury’s jump into bed with these operators
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NewsGopuff acquires rapid on-demand grocer Dija to boost European presence
The deal comes just months after Gopuff acquired Fancy, a rapid delivery platform providing consumers with groceries in 30 minutes
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NewsDark store grocery model elements ‘make a lot of sense’ says Deliveroo chief
Deliveroo makes a £2.10 per order gross profit per order for grocery orders, compared with £2.40 per restaurant takeaway
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Comment & OpinionSearch is key to shopper journeys. Brands and retailers need to make sure they show up
A newly educated audience is using digital to inform their grocery shopping journeys more than ever, says Harry Walker, industry head of grocery retail at Google
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NewsAsda invests in foodservice brand-maker startup Lean Kitchen Network
Asda first partnered with LKN in December with the launch of café concept House of Yum at its Clapham Junction store
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NewsDeliveroo nabs Amazon’s Devesh Mishra to lead tech organisation
Mishra had been with Amazon for 16 years, working most recently as VP, global supply chain
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NewsScotmid and Southern Co-op to step up electronic shelf labelling trial to 23 stores
Cambridge-based technology integrator Herbert Retail will be driving the rollout over the coming months
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Analysis & FeaturesCryptocurrency, Amazon and when we’ll be paying with Bitcoin at the supermarket
Awareness and understanding of cryptocurrency is continuing to grow – and it’s started to find its way on to the high street. Could a wider take-up be imminent in grocery? And what are the benefits?
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Analysis & FeaturesHow cryptocurrency could solve hospitality’s staffing crisis
Monthly bonuses in Koda and Litecoin are setting some companies apart