Retail stories

AI propels European businesses towards increasing smart video adoption
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AI is increasingly driving businesses across Europe to adopt smart video use, with numerous sectors recognising AI's potential impact.

Unwrapping success: The golden rules of holiday retailing
2 days ago
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In this challenging environment, omnichannel retailers must find ways to stand out and offer something exceptional.

Reviewing Black Friday trends offers insights for future retail strategies
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Analysis of 2023 Black Friday retail patterns suggests future strategies, with UK buyers showing higher spend inclination.

Businesses reconsider cloud-based AI over data privacy concerns
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Businesses may pivot away from cloud-based AI systems to on-premise servers due to rising data privacy concerns.

Firms cautious of AI implementation over data security fears
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Despite a £500m AI investment pledge, UK firms remain hesitant to adopt AI due to data security fears, says report.

Infinigate appoints Caroline Hutchins as new Chief People Officer
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Cybersecurity firm Infinigate Group names Caroline Hutchins, a seasoned HR professional, as its new Chief People Officer.

Udemy reveals surge in AI training demand with first ChatGPT anniversary
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On its ChatGPT's first anniversary, Udemy reveals a vast 5,226% increase in demand for AI-related training in Q1 2023.

Amelia named as leading AI provider in Everest Group AI Top 50
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Amelia, a leading AI software company, has been recognised as a top AI provider in the inaugural Everest Group AI Top 50.

UK firms losing £244bn annually due to poor data and revenue loss
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UK firms are hemorrhaging £244 billion a year due to poor data reconciliation causing profound revenue loss, putting jobs in danger.

Mobile Tornado expands UK presence through partnership with The Barcode Warehouse
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UK tech firm Mobile Tornado partners with The Barcode Warehouse, expanding its push-to-talk services in the national market.

NetApp & AWS boost alliance to empower Australian data-heavy sectors
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NetApp and AWS strengthen their partnership, launching a co-branded FSxN solution to enhance data-processing in Australia.

CrowdStrike expands operations with new hub in Singapore
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Cybersecurity giant CrowdStrike bolsters its Asian presence with a new hub in Singapore, doubling its operational capacity.

Workday's cloud solutions gain momentum in diverse sectors for CFO office
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Workday's CFO office cloud solutions are experiencing strong uptake across healthcare, finance, retail, tech, and public sectors.

UK firms pivot to AI as permacrisis prompts vital digital adaptations
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A new report reveals 78% of UK IT decision-makers plan to use AI and automation to navigate the ongoing permacrisis.

Accenture & Avanade expedite data readiness & AI adoption with Microsoft Fabric
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Accenture and Avanade are expanding their capabilities in data readiness and generative AI with the help of Microsoft technology.

Tough times? Aussie brands need a multi-channel strategy
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Diversifying across multiple channels not only provides a competitive advantage but also helps brands hedge against potential downturns.
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Google Cloud appoints Serene Sia as Country Director for Singapore
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Serene Sia is Google Cloud's new Country Director in Singapore, set to boost AI strategy.

Feenix Communications to resell Radware solutions in NZ
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nz
Feenix Communications will resell Radware's cyber security solutions, bolstering NZ networks with top-tier protective measures.

Significant drop in ransomware but threat remains for UK
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UK sees rise in ransomware victims despite 32% drop globally, highlighting continuing threat, says GuidePoint Security report.

Why retailers need to embrace modern observability to thrive this holiday season
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Today, the retail industry faces new macroeconomic challenges, with the rapid increase in energy costs, high inflation, and supply chain disruptions.

Meta & Zitcha offer unprecedented retail ad reach through new venture
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Meta and Zitcha are partnering to offer retailers access to a vast audience on Instagram and Facebook, revolutionising ad outreach on these platforms.

David Jones partners with NuORDER to digitise merchandising process
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David Jones is partnering with NuORDER by Lightspeed to digitise its merchandising process, progressing its Vision 2025+ initiative.

Keeper Security urges retailers to prep for holiday season cyber threats
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Keeper Security, a top cybersecurity software firm, warns retailers to brace for potential cyber threats during the holiday season.

The future of omnichannel: Your success blueprint in a digital world
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Customer loyalty is absolutely the most important thing. But it is a byproduct of the people that work for you.