The concept of giving cash back to customers when they make a purchase is nothing new. The idea was first launched as long ago as 1844, when the Co-op introduced its dividend scheme. This rewarded customers with a share of...
The latest technology trend enabling retailers to provide a better customer experience is facial expression analytics. It may sound futuristic, but can software really tell us how customers are feeling and whether they need assistance? The answer is "yes", thanks...
It may sound like something out of a futuristic science fiction film, but did you know robots are now being employed to deliver shopping? The new generation of shopping delivery robots has been launched as a pilot scheme in Milton...
While many high streets across the UK have taken a massive hit with the growth of online retailers, one group of independent businesspeople in York has bucked the trend with their innovative marketing plan. Retailers on Bishopthorpe Road knew they...
The legendary street artist, Banksy, has been called "the world's most famous vandal" - with his graffiti artwork selling for up to $1.87 million at auction! Yet he has never revealed his true identity, despite being the biggest icon of...
Amazon has grown into the world’s largest online retailer since being founded by Jeff Bezos in 1994. Business is booming, with the American entrepreneur currently being named as the world's richest man, boasting an estimated net worth of $142 billion....
The film, Mannequin, is the fantasy tale of a young woman from ancient Egypt, who is mysteriously reincarnated as a shop window dummy when she prays to the gods to save her from an arranged marriage. It stars Kim Cattrall,...
American actress and singer Liza Minnelli is perhaps most famous for her role as singer Sally Bowles in the decadent musical, Cabaret. The Los Angeles-born star was 26 when she played the iconic role of a young American cabaret singer...
Health and safety in the retail industry must be taken very seriously, since lapses in procedures can lead to accidents and injuries for both employees and customers. Retail is the UK's largest private sector employer, contributing around £194 billion to...
