26 retail stories from the trade press and retailers' own press offices, as featured in The Retail Appointment's Retail Briefing. Each headline links to the original story.
- Retailers shift from smart trolleys to smart stores as Instacart shutters Caper Carts business
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
In July, we reported that Morrisons had launched Instacart’s Caper Cart smart trolleys at a Preston supermarket, marking North American firm Instacart’s first…
- Simon Wainwright takes a walk on the consumer side with new analytics role at Domino’s Pizza
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Simon Wainwright is starting a new position as Head of Insight & Analytics at Domino’s Pizza UK & Ireland. He was previously ay Advantage Group International…
- Gophr powered Screwfix Sprint on demand delivery service now available in 600 stores
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Earlier this year, Kingfisher owned Screwfix unveiled a new campaign, fronted by Mo Farah, that showcases the speed and convenience customers say is the main…
- Fake news: UK and US consumers are avoiding purchases over misleading online reviews fears
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Research published by the Coalition for Trusted Reviews (CfTR), an alliance bringing together Amazon, Booking.com, Expedia Group, G2, Holidaycheck, Tripadvisor…
- Poundland founder Steve Smith blasts UK government and Gordon Brothers as retailer faces collapse
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Steve Smith, the founder of Poundland, has taken to social media to hit out at the UK government and the retailer's current owner amid the discount chain…
- UK electricals and technology retailer Currys opens doors to new Cambridge Retail Park store
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Currys opened its new Cambridge store on Friday. The retailer has relocated to new premises a few doors along from its previous store at Cambridge Retail Park,…
- Scandinavian online retailer Coolshop teams with Geek+ as it ramps up warehouse automation push
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Coolshop.com is expanding its warehouse automation strategy with Geek+ SkyCube, in a move that is pitched as Europe’s first project of its kind, delivered by…
- Berry Bros. & Rudd veteran and digital transformation specialist Charlie Bennett seeks a new challenge
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Charlie Bennett has announced his departure from wine and spirits merchant Berry Bros. & Rudd, where he spent the past 25 years, most recently serving as Head…
- Checkout technology firm MishiPay and The Barcode Warehouse shake hands on channel partnership
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
MishiPay has announced a partnership with The Barcode Warehouse. The tie up combines MishiPay’s suite of checkout solutions including self-checkout kiosks,…
- Walmart ramps up supply chain automation push: last week’s biggest retail technology plays
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
RTIH rounds up the stand out retail technology deals, launches, deployments and pilots from the past seven days. Including B&Q, Symbotic, Bodycare, PMC,…
- Lindt & Sprungli UK stores go live on Just Eat Takeaway.com on demand delivery platform
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Just Eat has announced a new partnership with Lindt & Sprungli UK to bring its chocolate range straight to customers’ doors in as little as 30 minutes. This…
- The Estée Lauder Companies and Microsoft announce cloud, data, and AI capabilities partnership
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
The Estée Lauder Companies has announced a new partnership with Microsoft involving its cloud and data foundation and supporting the adoption of AI enabled…
- Five WordPress development companies for growing retail businesses
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
For retail businesses, WordPress offers genuine flexibility when it comes to building and running websites, online shops, and wider digital experiences. It…
- Best planogram software for grocery and convenience chains for 2026-2027
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Grocery and convenience chains plan shelves under tighter constraints than most retailers. A supermarket may carry 20,000+ SKUs across fresh, chilled, frozen,…
- Watch: Sainsbury’s brings back BFG for third Christmas advert
Retail Gazette · Trade news
Sainsbury’s has reunited with the BFG for its 2026 Christmas advert, marking the third year the Roald Dahl character has featured in the supermarket’s festive…
- JD Sports creates new online work experience placements for young people
JD Sports · Press release
JD Sports has announced a new package of career support, including online work experience, employability workshops and job interviews at JD (where vacancies allow), to…
- The Home of Autumn glow-ups
Dunelm · Press release
Our latest campaign brings together seasonal updates and statement pieces for an effortless autumn glow-up. As summer draws to a close and the evenings get darker,…
- Dunelm Launches 'Ask Dunelm' AI Shopping Agent
Dunelm · Press release
UK retailer partners with Google Cloud on conversational shopping experience
- Dunelm Opens Kingston Superstore as New Store Pipeline Strengthens
Dunelm · Press release
New inspirational store is latest London opening and one of three new stores expected before the end of 2026
- Who will be the AI winners this holiday season?: last week's most read retail technology articles
Retail Technology Innovation Hub · Trade news
Check out our most clicked retail technology articles from last week, including Morrisons, Instacart, DoorDash, Gap Inc., lululemon, Shopify, Just Eat,…
- Argos enlists Richard Ayoade for 2026 Christmas advert
Retail Gazette · Trade news
Argos’ 2025 Christmas campaign scooped Christmas Advert of the Year at the RG Excellence Awards 2026, thanks to its humour and toy-led antics. Connie and…
- WATCH Tesco reunites old friends in 2026 Christmas advert
Retail Gazette · Trade news
Tesco has launched its 2026 Christmas advert, featuring comedian Roisin Conaty and actor Anna Maxwell Martin in a story about friendship, festive mishaps and…
- Tesco Christmas delivery countdown begins
Grocery Gazette · Trade news
Tesco has revealed that general Christmas delivery slots will open on Thursday 5 November, as it has found shoppers are already getting organised for the big…
- In pictures: Fortnum & Mason unveils Christmas windows inspired by festive traditions
Retail Gazette · Trade news
Fortnum & Mason has unveiled its annual Christmas window display at its Piccadilly store, with this year’s theme celebrating the nostalgia and traditions of…
- Co-op Wholesale investing to help Nisa win over Gen Z
Better Retailing · Trade news
Trading director Robbie Moore was speaking at the Convenience Connected 2026 event, hosted by Talysis
- How Digital Innovation Is Reshaping the Future of Retail
Retail Focus · Trade news
Sears is gone, Toys R Us survives as a brand name inside Macy’s, and Shein can turn a trending sketch into a product page in days. Retail innovation covers…