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2026 RTIH Innovation Awards
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Manesh Nana departs Unilever to join Marc Lore's food delivery platform Wonder as VP of Strategic Finance
Manesh Nana departs Unilever to join Marc Lore's food delivery platform Wonder as VP of Strategic Finance

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AppointmentsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Manesh Nana, John Li, Wonder, Marc Lore, Tony Hoggett, Appointments, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, UnileverComment
Strongbow taps assistive tech as it becomes first alcohol brand to add NaviLens codes to packaging
Strongbow taps assistive tech as it becomes first alcohol brand to add NaviLens codes to packaging

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InclusionStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Strongbow, QR codes, Purple Goat, Assistive technology, Inclusion, NaviLens QR codes, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Alcohol, Stores, Blind people, Visually impairedComment
Oliver Baggaley joins Trigo from Ahold Delhaize to build autonomous physical store experiences
Oliver Baggaley joins Trigo from Ahold Delhaize to build autonomous physical store experiences

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AppointmentsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Oliver Baggaley, Trigo, Ahold Delhaize, Appointments, Autonomous stores, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Tesco announces roll out of Peoplesafe app to support employees on their journey to and from work
Tesco announces roll out of Peoplesafe app to support employees on their journey to and from work

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EmployeesStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Tesco, Peoplesafe, Employees, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Grocery retailers, Stores, Distribution centres, USDAWComment
Gap brings tech leaders and partners together for summit as it looks to build future of retail
Gap brings tech leaders and partners together for summit as it looks to build future of retail

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EventsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Gap, Events, Sven Gerjets, Retail technology, Old Navy, RADAR, RFIDComment
One Stop convenience store in Salford announces in-store radio and anti-theft tie up with Retail AI
One Stop convenience store in Salford announces in-store radio and anti-theft tie up with Retail AI

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StoresStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025One Stop, Stores, Convenience stores, Retail AI, RTIH AI in Retail Awards, In-store radio, Retail crime, UK retailComment
'A hell of an experience': Head of E-commerce Lauren Nicole Muir set to depart Oh Polly next month
'A hell of an experience': Head of E-commerce Lauren Nicole Muir set to depart Oh Polly next month

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On the moveStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Lauren Nicole Muir, Oh Polly, On the move, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Żabka Polska and Stagwell establish JV to launch consumer insights tool In-Pulse for Polish brands
Żabka Polska and Stagwell establish JV to launch consumer insights tool In-Pulse for Polish brands

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StoresStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Żabka Polska, Stagwell, Poland, Stores, Consumer insights, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Data analyticsComment
Lonely, gritty and messy: Deliverect boss Zhong Xu talks challenging and fulfilling founder journey
Lonely, gritty and messy: Deliverect boss Zhong Xu talks challenging and fulfilling founder journey

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StartupsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Zhong Xu, Entrepreneurs, Startups, Deliverect, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Here's why eBay must stop playing it safe and embrace AI and recommerce to power its reinvention
Here's why eBay must stop playing it safe and embrace AI and recommerce to power its reinvention

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E-commerceStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025eBay, Recommerce, AI, Brittain Ladd, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Technology specialist David Seleno talks 'surprising and unceremonious end' to life at axe swinging Nike
Technology specialist David Seleno talks 'surprising and unceremonious end' to life at axe swinging Nike

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On the moveStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Nike, David Seleno, Lay offs, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, PoS solutionsComment
Walmart takes wraps off third of five new automated perishable US distribution centres
Walmart takes wraps off third of five new automated perishable US distribution centres

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DCsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Walmart, Distribution centres, DCs, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, AI, Supply chain, RoboticsComment
Interactive viewing: Bell Media ramps up Shopsense AI shoppable TV tie up to include TSN
Interactive viewing: Bell Media ramps up Shopsense AI shoppable TV tie up to include TSN

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Shoppable TVStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Bell Media, Shopsense AI, Shoppable TV, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, TSN, SportsComment
Kappture connects with Boxbar Tech and Legends/ASM Global Europe on self-serve bar deployment
Kappture connects with Boxbar Tech and Legends/ASM Global Europe on self-serve bar deployment

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Self-serviceStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Kappture, Boxbar Tech, Utilita Arena Sheffield, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, Self-service technology, Scott MartinComment
Nift brings in former Gopuff and Block executive Saket Mehta as its first ever Chief Revenue Officer
Nift brings in former Gopuff and Block executive Saket Mehta as its first ever Chief Revenue Officer

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AppointmentsStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Nift, Appointments, Saket Mehta, CROs, 2025 RTIH Innovation AwardsComment
Bosch and Alibaba Group deepen tie up with focus on AI and cloud powered digital innovation
Bosch and Alibaba Group deepen tie up with focus on AI and cloud powered digital innovation

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AIStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Bosch, Alibaba Group, AI, Cloud solutions, Digital transformation, China, 2025 RTIH Innovation Awards, E-commerceComment
The last mile revolution - how technology and logistics are rewriting the way we shop
The last mile revolution - how technology and logistics are rewriting the way we shop

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Last mile deliveryStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Last mile delivery, Logistics, Supply chain, Fulfilment, AI, Robots, StoresComment
The best metal curtain track designs for small and large windows
The best metal curtain track designs for small and large windows

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Home improvementStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Home improvement, Homes, OfficesComment
Gamification in retail technology and what brands can learn from iGaming
Gamification in retail technology and what brands can learn from iGaming

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GamificationStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Gamification, iGaming, Retail technologyComment
How blockchain technology powers crypto gambling platforms
How blockchain technology powers crypto gambling platforms

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BlockchainStaff WriterSeptember 8, 2025Cryptocurrencies, Blockchain technology, Gambling, Bitcoin, Betting, PaymentsComment
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2026 EVENTS

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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
Retail Technology Expo 2026
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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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
AI

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AI
One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
AI
One in four retail technology providers at RTS 2026 say AI is overhyped, ASPR research finds
AI

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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
AI

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AI
Finnish grocery chain K-Supermarket lays claim to AI powered recipe ideas focused out of home first
AI
Finnish grocery chain K-Supermarket lays claim to AI powered recipe ideas focused out of home first
AI

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AI
The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
AI
The Home Depot launches customer service AI voice agent phone system with Google Cloud
AI

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AI
Colombian brand Soreil Lingerie goes live with Brarista full AI powered fitting chatbot and mini chatbot
AI
Colombian brand Soreil Lingerie goes live with Brarista full AI powered fitting chatbot and mini chatbot
AI

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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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
Automation

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Automation

TRENDING: RTS 2026

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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
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
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
RTS 2026

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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
RTS 2026

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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
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Ryan den Rooijen talks real-world AI applications at Currys
RTS 2026
Retail Technology Show 2026 conference review: Ryan den Rooijen talks real-world AI applications at Currys
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RTS 2026
RTS 2026 review: Matalan CRO and COO talk Toshiba technology powered stores transformation push
RTS 2026
RTS 2026 review: Matalan CRO and COO talk Toshiba technology powered stores transformation push
RTS 2026

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RTS 2026

TRENDING: RTIH INNOVATION AWARDS

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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
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
RTIH Awards
2026 RTIH Innovation Awards go live in February, winners to be announced in November
RTIH Awards

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RTIH Awards

TRENDING: RETAIL MEDIA

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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
Retail media

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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
Retail media

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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
Retail media

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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
Retail media

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Retail media
Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
Retail media
Bec Penn finishes up her 1.5 year run as Head of Product at Coles Group's retail media division Coles 360
Retail media

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Retail media
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
Retail media
New Snappy Shopper retail media network connects FMCG brands with indie convenience retailers
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Retail media

TRENDING: RFID

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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
RFID

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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
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
RFID
RFID and supply chain technology firm SML Group bags FountainVest and CPE as new investors
RFID

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RFID

TRENDING: STORES

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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
Inditex owned Spanish fashion and lifestyle retailer Lefties makes North East debut with Metrocentre store
Stores
Inditex owned Spanish fashion and lifestyle retailer Lefties makes North East debut with Metrocentre store
Stores

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Stores
Chinese firm Pop Mart takes wraps off its largest London store yet with Charing Cross Road launch
Stores
Chinese firm Pop Mart takes wraps off its largest London store yet with Charing Cross Road launch
Stores

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Stores
QSIC agrees partnership with Dollar General to support in-store audio at more than 12,000 locations
Stores
QSIC agrees partnership with Dollar General to support in-store audio at more than 12,000 locations
Stores

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Stores

TRENDING: APPOINTMENTS

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Kyla Robinson says thanks to Spanx as she exits and takes on CTTO position at Bed Bath & Beyond
Appointments
Kyla Robinson says thanks to Spanx as she exits and takes on CTTO position at Bed Bath & Beyond
Appointments

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Appointments
Lex Ledger moves on up at Spotify with Global Head of Payments role at digital music giant Spotify
Appointments
Lex Ledger moves on up at Spotify with Global Head of Payments role at digital music giant Spotify
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Tesco Labs leader Jo Hickson exits H&M and takes on strategic initiatives role at Specsavers
Appointments
Former Tesco Labs leader Jo Hickson exits H&M and takes on strategic initiatives role at Specsavers
Appointments

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Appointments
Bittersweet update from Steve Larsen as he exits Packsize for automation engineering role at Walmart
Appointments
Bittersweet update from Steve Larsen as he exits Packsize for automation engineering role at Walmart
Appointments

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Appointments
Former Starbucks exec Rob McGeown takes on Head of Technology UK role at The Wendy's Company
Appointments
Former Starbucks exec Rob McGeown takes on Head of Technology UK role at The Wendy's Company
Appointments

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Appointments
Starbucks founder Howard Schultz added to on demand delivery firm Gopuff’s board of directors
Appointments
Starbucks founder Howard Schultz added to on demand delivery firm Gopuff’s board of directors
Appointments

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Appointments

TRENDING: FUNDING NEWS

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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
Funding news

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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
VisioLab bags $11 million Series A for AI powered self-checkout across sports venues and food service
Funding news
VisioLab bags $11 million Series A for AI powered self-checkout across sports venues and food service
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Funding news
Former Costa Express boss secures £2 million in funding to scale automated coffee platform
Funding news
Former Costa Express boss secures £2 million in funding to scale automated coffee platform
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Funding news
AI powered logistics and supply chain decision-making platform Loop bags $95m in Series C funding round
Funding news
AI powered logistics and supply chain decision-making platform Loop bags $95m in Series C funding round
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Funding news
Polish startup Replenit announces pre-seed funding round co-led by Movens Capital and Vastpoint
Funding news
Polish startup Replenit announces pre-seed funding round co-led by Movens Capital and Vastpoint
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Funding news
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