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AF Blakemore & Son onboard as DLT and IoT solution aims to decarbonise UK’s transport logistics sector
AF Blakemore & Son onboard as DLT and IoT solution aims to decarbonise UK’s transport logistics sector

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Green retailStaff WriterNovember 21, 2024Digital Catapult, DLT, IoT, AF Blakemore, SPAR, Green retail, Supply chain, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, LogisticsComment
Underage vaping targeted as AI app that automates age verification now available in stores across Ireland
Underage vaping targeted as AI app that automates age verification now available in stores across Ireland

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Age verificationStaff WriterNovember 21, 2024Stores, AI, Age verification, Ireland, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Vaping, AgeAI, AutomationComment
IMRG research: Black November off to a slow start for UK online retailers but it may get going yet
IMRG research: Black November off to a slow start for UK online retailers but it may get going yet

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Online retailStaff WriterNovember 21, 2024Black November, UK, IMRG, Online retail, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Black Friday, Thanksgiving, E-commerceComment
Hiring in retail: a guide to automating the recruitment process
Hiring in retail: a guide to automating the recruitment process

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RecruitmentStaff WriterNovember 21, 2024Recruitment, Automation, Employees, Interviews, AI, Appointments, TrainingComment
Automating logistics processes in e-commerce
Automating logistics processes in e-commerce

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E-commerce logisticsStaff WriterNovember 21, 2024Online retail, E-commerce, Logistics, Automation, Supply chainComment
Workforce management tech specialist Legion Technologies announces expansion of Vail Resorts partnership
Workforce management tech specialist Legion Technologies announces expansion of Vail Resorts partnership

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Workforce managementStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Legion Technologies, Vail Resorts, Workforce management, WFM, Hospitality and leisure, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Marks & Spencer reopens Brixton Road store as part of £30 million investment in London locations
Marks & Spencer reopens Brixton Road store as part of £30 million investment in London locations

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024M&S, Marks and Spencer, Brixton, London, Stores, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Camden London up first as InPost announces opening of parcel locker shops in key urban areas
Camden London up first as InPost announces opening of parcel locker shops in key urban areas

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Parcel lockersStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024InPost UK, Parcel lockers, Online delivery, Camden, London, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, StoresComment
Four tips for enhancing in-store customer experience
Four tips for enhancing in-store customer experience

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StoresStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Stores, Customer experience, Employees, Customer service, PersonalisationComment
In-game advertising: opportunities for retail brands
In-game advertising: opportunities for retail brands

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GamingStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024In-game advertising, Gaming, Advertising, VR, AR, Gamification, AIComment
Online Asian supermarket Weee! partners with Topsort as it looks to upgrade retail media infrastructure
Online Asian supermarket Weee! partners with Topsort as it looks to upgrade retail media infrastructure

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Retail mediaStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Topsort, Weee!, Retail media, Online delivery, Asian shoppers, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Grocery retailComment
Papa Johns UK reports improved digital payment experience after tapping Checkout.com technology
Papa Johns UK reports improved digital payment experience after tapping Checkout.com technology

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PaymentsStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Checkout.com, Papa John's, Pizzas, Payments, Digital payments, PayTech, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Mobile paymentsComment
Conor Rose takes on cloud data initiative responsibility as part of M&S transformation programme
Conor Rose takes on cloud data initiative responsibility as part of M&S transformation programme

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Data and AIStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Conor Rose, M&S, Marks and Spencer, Cloud solutions, Data, AI, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Digital transformationComment
Ninja launches second helping of celebrity chef Tom Colicchio’s shoppable series The Pantry on VIZIO
Ninja launches second helping of celebrity chef Tom Colicchio’s shoppable series The Pantry on VIZIO

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Shoppable TVStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024VIZIO, Spirits Network, The Pantry, Shoppable TV, Ninja, Tom Colicchio, TV, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, CTV, Smart TVs, QR codes, Interactive experiencesComment
Secretlab teams with Fluent Commerce to scale its OMS to support growth and enhance customer experience
Secretlab teams with Fluent Commerce to scale its OMS to support growth and enhance customer experience

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OMSStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Secretlab, Fluent Commerce, OMS, Order management systems, 2024 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Packfleet and Who Gives A Crap ship over nine million loo rolls with a saving of over 54,000kg of carbon
Packfleet and Who Gives A Crap ship over nine million loo rolls with a saving of over 54,000kg of carbon

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Green retailStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Packfleet, Who Gives A Crap, Green retail, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, LondonComment
German retailer Alnatura makes decision to migrate Blue Yonder Category Management solutions to cloud
German retailer Alnatura makes decision to migrate Blue Yonder Category Management solutions to cloud

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Category managementStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Alnatura, Blue Yonder, Blue Yonder Category Management solutions, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Category management, SaaS, Cloud solutionsComment
Gather AI flies inventory intelligence solution into freezer and cold storage warehouse environments
Gather AI flies inventory intelligence solution into freezer and cold storage warehouse environments

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WarehousesStaff WriterNovember 20, 2024Gather AI, Inventory, Autonomous retail, Drones, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, WMS, Warehouses, Supply chain innovation, Computer vision, Machine learningComment
x-hoppers preps soft launch of AI powered retail theft solution in France at Tech for Retail 2024 event
x-hoppers preps soft launch of AI powered retail theft solution in France at Tech for Retail 2024 event

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EventsStaff WriterNovember 19, 2024x-hoppers, Tech for Retail 2024, Events, AI, France, Retail theft, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, StoresComment
Harmony works with Quiver as adult retailer launches sex toys rapid delivery service for London customers
Harmony works with Quiver as adult retailer launches sex toys rapid delivery service for London customers

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Rapid deliveryStaff WriterNovember 19, 2024Harmony, Quiver, Rapid delivery, Sex toys, Adult entertainment, On demand delivery, Same day delivery, 2024 RTIH Innovation Awards, Online delivery, Lingerie, UK, LondonComment
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2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Feb 27, 2026 – Nov 4, 2026
Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference
May 12
May 12, 2026
Food & Drink Trends & Innovations Conference
May 12, 2026
May 12, 2026
Retail Technology Expo 2026
May 26
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
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May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
May 26, 2026 – May 27, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Shoptalk Europe 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
Jun 9, 2026 – Jun 11, 2026
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
RTIH AI in Retail Awards
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
Jul 6, 2026 – Feb 11, 2027
NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show Europe
Sep 15
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026
NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show Europe
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026
Sep 15, 2026 – Sep 17, 2026

TRENDING: AI

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Sopra Steria research flags the rise of agentic commerce within European online retail space
AI
Sopra Steria research flags the rise of agentic commerce within European online retail space
AI

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AI
Woolworths, Coles and other Aussie retailers take AI search fight to Amazon, Jaywing analysis shows
AI
Woolworths, Coles and other Aussie retailers take AI search fight to Amazon, Jaywing analysis shows
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Rithum research: Gen Z shoppers act on AI recommendations without third party verification
AI
Rithum research: Gen Z shoppers act on AI recommendations without third party verification
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AI
Papa Johns lays claim to industry first with launch of Lou AI digital pizza assistant via Google Cloud
AI
Papa Johns lays claim to industry first with launch of Lou AI digital pizza assistant via Google Cloud
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One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
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One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
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AI
Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
AI
Live commerce platform Tilt lays claim to an industry first with launch of new AI powered feature Snap
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AI

TRENDING: AUTOMATION

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Delivery Hero launches Herogen autonomous software delivery agent as part of firm's everyday app push
Automation
Delivery Hero launches Herogen autonomous software delivery agent as part of firm's everyday app push
Automation

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Automation
Two thumbs up for Zebra Technologies tech powered Lowe's automated paint buying solution
Automation
Two thumbs up for Zebra Technologies tech powered Lowe's automated paint buying solution
Automation

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Automation
French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
Automation
French robotics unicorn Exotec announces multi-site Skyfleet deal with sports retailer Decathlon
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Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
Automation
Circa Resort & Casino and VenHub Global team on first of its kind autonomous store deployment
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Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
Automation
Kroger has no time to waste as it inks automated micro-fulfillment solution deal with Fulfil
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Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
Automation
Swedish sports retailer Stadium taps Exotec Skypod robotics system at Norrköping warehouse
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Automation

TRENDING: RTS 2026

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Retail Technology Show hits London ExCeL in April and delivers event's biggest ever innovation showcase
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show hits London ExCeL in April and delivers event's biggest ever innovation showcase
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: agentic commerce changing the rules of the game amid retailer transformations
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: agentic commerce changing the rules of the game amid retailer transformations
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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Tesco Lab's Ross Arnone discusses ideation and delivery
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Tesco Lab's Ross Arnone discusses ideation and delivery
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RTS 2026 conference review: shift to AI aids efficiency and CX, say New Look, Aroma Zone, Fortnum & Mason
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: shift to AI aids efficiency and CX, say New Look, Aroma Zone, Fortnum & Mason
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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: CPTO job title reflects the centrality of technology in modern retail space
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 conference review: CPTO job title reflects the centrality of technology in modern retail space
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RTS 2026
RTS 2026: focus on leadership in uncertain times amid technology, economic and resiliency challenges
RTS 2026
RTS 2026: focus on leadership in uncertain times amid technology, economic and resiliency challenges
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RTS 2026

TRENDING: RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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The Retail Tea Break podcast host Melissa Moore joins 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards
The Retail Tea Break podcast host Melissa Moore joins 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
RTIH retail technology innovation awards return for 2026, deadline for submissions is 2nd October
RTIH Awards
RTIH retail technology innovation awards return for 2026, deadline for submissions is 2nd October
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards
Walmart's Prabhat Johl added to 2026 RTIH Innovation Awards judging panel
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards
Call for entries: RTIH's industry leading retail tech innovation awards opens for submissions
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards winners to be announced at event in London on 4th November
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards opens for entries with deadline for submissions Friday, 2nd October
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards

TRENDING: RETAIL MEDIA

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US grocery retailer Stater Bros. Markets connects with In-Store Marketplace for in-store retail media launch 
Retail media
US grocery retailer Stater Bros. Markets connects with In-Store Marketplace for in-store retail media launch 
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Retail media
Kevel, Dollar General, and The Trade Desk tie up lays claim to first of its kind retail media solution
Retail media
Kevel, Dollar General, and The Trade Desk tie up lays claim to first of its kind retail media solution
Retail media

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Retail media
MediaMarktSaturn expands store retail media offering to eight European markets with One Tech Group
Retail media
MediaMarktSaturn expands store retail media offering to eight European markets with One Tech Group
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Retail media
Australian retailer JB Hi-Fi taps Broadsign technology to build and scale its in-store retail media network
Retail media
Australian retailer JB Hi-Fi taps Broadsign technology to build and scale its in-store retail media network
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Retail media
Henkel enlists WPP Media on launch of full-funnel commerce strategy for company's Bloo brand
Retail media
Henkel enlists WPP Media on launch of full-funnel commerce strategy for company's Bloo brand
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Retail media
Diageo and PepsiCo test Tesco video formats spanning homepage and in-aisle environments
Retail media
Diageo and PepsiCo test Tesco video formats spanning homepage and in-aisle environments
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Retail media

TRENDING: RFID

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JD Sports Fashion's Dan McGrath: many retailers are looking at RFID technology through the wrongs lens
RFID
JD Sports Fashion's Dan McGrath: many retailers are looking at RFID technology through the wrongs lens
RFID

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RFID
Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
RFID
Perry Ellis boosts post-picking validation at US distribution centre using RAIN RFID solution
RFID

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RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
RFID
Anna Marie Blackburn takes her love for RFID to the next level as she makes jump to Nedap Retail
RFID

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RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
RFID
JD Sports inks multi-year global ItemOptix RFID technology deal with Checkpoint Systems
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RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
RFID
JD Sports Fashion and Checkpoint Systems tackle challenges using RFID inventory management
RFID

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RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
RFID
Christmas comes early as Asda pilots Zebra Technologies TC53E RFID device in first store
RFID

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RFID

TRENDING: STORES

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East of England Co-op reflects on 2025 including first fully cashless store launch at Ipswich train station
Stores
East of England Co-op reflects on 2025 including first fully cashless store launch at Ipswich train station
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Stores
Virgin Media O2 opens doors to new 1,900 sqft experiential store located at Liverpool ONE shopping centre
Stores
Virgin Media O2 opens doors to new 1,900 sqft experiential store located at Liverpool ONE shopping centre
Stores

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Stores
Ikea China announces expansion in eastern Beijing as retail giant opens doors to first small store
Stores
Ikea China announces expansion in eastern Beijing as retail giant opens doors to first small store
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Stores
Lekkerland switches on self-checkouts centric Rewe To Go store at new Frankfurt Airport terminal
Stores
Lekkerland switches on self-checkouts centric Rewe To Go store at new Frankfurt Airport terminal
Stores

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Stores
Scala EMEA’s General Manager Harry Horn discusses why signage in-store is doing more in 2026
Stores
Scala EMEA’s General Manager Harry Horn discusses why signage in-store is doing more in 2026
Stores

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Stores
British grocery retailer Heron Foods deploys connected in-store communications platform from x-hoppers
Stores
British grocery retailer Heron Foods deploys connected in-store communications platform from x-hoppers
Stores

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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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QSR operations veteran Rob Honey takes of Head of Technology - Canada role at The Wendy's Company
Appointments
QSR operations veteran Rob Honey takes of Head of Technology - Canada role at The Wendy's Company
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Boots UK and bp exec Iona Blake joins Marks and Spencer as Head of Security and Fraud
Appointments
Former Boots UK and bp exec Iona Blake joins Marks and Spencer as Head of Security and Fraud
Appointments

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Appointments
Mustafa Husain takes on SVP and Chief Information Officer role at fast food giant McDonald’s USA
Appointments
Mustafa Husain takes on SVP and Chief Information Officer role at fast food giant McDonald’s USA
Appointments

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Appointments
Jose Cervero takes on Domain Architect - Digital Customer Experience position at Primark
Appointments
Jose Cervero takes on Domain Architect - Digital Customer Experience position at Primark
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Waitrose Information Technology Operations Manager Austin Jacobs joins Sainsbury's
Appointments
Former Waitrose Information Technology Operations Manager Austin Jacobs joins Sainsbury's
Appointments

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Appointments
Shawn Peddie named as new Sr. Director - Global Merchandising Technology role at Foot Locker
Appointments
Shawn Peddie named as new Sr. Director - Global Merchandising Technology role at Foot Locker
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Appointments

TRENDING: FUNDING NEWS

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DTC platform ZyG announces blockbuster $60 million Series A funding round led by Accel
Funding news
DTC platform ZyG announces blockbuster $60 million Series A funding round led by Accel
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Funding news
Agentic commerce specialist ReFiBuy raises $13.6 million seed round led by NewRoad Capital Partners
Funding news
Agentic commerce specialist ReFiBuy raises $13.6 million seed round led by NewRoad Capital Partners
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Funding news
Agentic supply chains specialist Corvera lands £3 million in seed funding to scale its platform
Funding news
Agentic supply chains specialist Corvera lands £3 million in seed funding to scale its platform
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Funding news
MarTech firm Hightouch bags $2.75 billion valuation as it secures $150 million in Series D funding
Funding news
MarTech firm Hightouch bags $2.75 billion valuation as it secures $150 million in Series D funding
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Funding news
Shopify Plus agency Swanky pulls in £7.6 million from YFM to support next phase of growth
Funding news
Shopify Plus agency Swanky pulls in £7.6 million from YFM to support next phase of growth
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Funding news
VAST Data announces $1 billion Series F fund raise, tripling AI tech company's valuation to $30 billion
Funding news
VAST Data announces $1 billion Series F fund raise, tripling AI tech company's valuation to $30 billion
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Funding news
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