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UK in Recession & is Sustainable Recovery a Numbers Game?
Why it’s time for collaboration within all strands of Retail Sector Supply Chain No one was surprised by this economic update 2 consecutive quarters of lower national output – 0.1% in Q3 and 0.3% over Q4. We know the Retail sector has been hit hard, as Black Friday failed to deliver the gap
Feb 19, 20244 min read


Corten Steel, where heavy metal meets Rihanna
Cambridge Corten delivers transformational installation in Barbados We’re already up into sixth gear, and cruising nicely into 2024 – and I sense a buzz as I walk around our Cambridge Corten (CC) factory. The team is, in all sincerity, laser-focused, creating innovative and beautifully finished products, but still on a high after showcasing our manufacturing
Jan 23, 20243 min read


Countdown to Christmas – 3 ways to work smarter
It’s been a bumpy year, and you’ve set out your stall to win on the Christmas retail battleground.
Nov 2, 20233 min read


Why John Lewis hasn’t lost its Sparkle
Why John Lewis hasn’t lost its sparkle John Lewis Partnership (JLP) chair, Dame Sharon White may feel the organisation’s brilliance is diminished as she elects to conclude her turbulent five-year tenure, but there’s reason to believe consumers still embrace JLP’s unique retail essence. We’ve watched as White was dealt massive trading blows.
Oct 24, 20233 min read


Has retail therapy moved with the times?
Despite the challenging economic climate, shopping remains an attractive UK pastime. According to the ‘Consumer Behaviour’ summary by Office
Aug 17, 20233 min read


Where will you shop during Independent Retailer month?
July is Independent Retailer Month, a global ‘shop local’ campaign, and we’re getting ready to show our appreciation for our brilliant Brit
Jun 27, 20233 min read


Local produce - could food retailers catch a seasonal cold?
Even though virtually anything the heart desires is available with just a click, a growing movement of sustainability advocates are (and to
Jun 7, 20233 min read


How is Retail Currently Shaped?
In recent years, we have seen an influx of innovation for the retail industry. A lot of this would have first been implemented before the P
May 12, 20223 min read


Shopping Trends You Should Be Aware Of
Since the Pandemic started, huge changes seen across the entire world have massively shifted the attitude and behaviour consumers have around retail. Even before restrictions came into play, many people were predominantly using online stores over physical retail, and this trend has certainly accelerated given the convenience and safety this provides people who generally feel
Mar 7, 20223 min read


Are You Aware of HFSS Legislation?
Brand new legislation is set to come into effect this April, which will massively impact retail, and specially secondary locations found in
Feb 3, 20222 min read


Vaping: The new craze that looks like its here to stay!
Much to the surprise of many – Vaping has become a massive phenomenon, with over 3.6m Brits enjoying it now.
Nov 14, 20192 min read
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