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Data transformation is at the heart of customer experience [podcast]
Data transformation may seem like a buzzword in the retail industry, but data accuracy has never been more important.
Industry news
16/12/2019
Key takeaways from Amafest 2019
A few of weeks ago we attended the Amazon Sellers Conference in Manchester. Here are a few of the key takeaways from the event.
Industry news
28/10/2019
Connecting organisations – what’s your problem?
In a series of blogs from our 2019 healthcare conference sponsors, Ian Moody, associate at Transalis assesses the challenges of connecting systems and information across organisations.
Guest opinion piece
17/05/2019
Three ways that barcoding can accelerate SME growth
That familiar black picket fence with numbers beneath it, hiding in an inconspicuous corner of every product’s packaging. It’s even on the wristbands you’ll receive if you are admitted to hospital, in the form of a square DataMatrix.
Industry news
17/04/2019
Seller Sessions Corner – March 2019
This month Danny McMillan talks about building seller’s capabilities in growth, either with off-Amazon traffic or expanding into brick and mortar.
Industry news
11/03/2019
GS1 UK and ONS join forces for incisive retail analysis
Following a turbulent year for the British retail sector, we joined up with the UK’s national statistical institute, to deliver retail industry insight
12/02/2019
GS1 UK recognises industry champions and welcomes a new chair
Taking place on 1 November in the City of London, GS1 UK’s 42nd annual general meeting (AGM) wrapped up a year of prolific growth for the standards and data management organisation.
Industry news
09/11/2018
How to sell online: a guide to turning your high street store into a multi-channel business
Being a bricks and mortar retailer is tough. With almost six thousand UK high street shops closing last year and online retail sales souring, it can feel like you’re fighting a losing battle when it comes to saving the high street.
Industry news
22/10/2018
GS1 asks industry to help develop guidelines for online product images
GS1 is looking for brands and retailers to help create guidelines for a standard way of displaying product images online
Industry news
18/09/2018
Webinar: Expanding globally in ecommerce - VAT and localisation
If you're looking to go cross-border, catch up on this essential webinar from GS1 UK, together with Simply VAT and InterCultural Elements(ICE).
Industry news
18/09/2018