Archive of all comment and opinion articles – Page 17
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DRS delays drag on, but what’s stopping progress?
Two weeks ago the Republic of Ireland launched Europe’s 15th DRS system. But that already seems like a distant dream back on this side of the Irish Sea
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Surreal’s startup ‘branter’ over Sainsbury’s listing grates
If the founder of a startup comes from a wealthy background, should we begrudge their claims to be a challenger brand?
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M&S x Zoe hype shows how to ‘rocket launch’ innovation
If you want to get a product launched successfully, it requires rocket-fuelled propulsion, says Jeremy Garlick, partner at Insight Traction
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Sex toys and meal deals: how supermarkets own Valentine’s Day
Do consumers want or indeed need a one-stop supermarket shop for all their romantic requirements?
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Successful retailers will focus on community and health in 2024
Even in an era of ubiquitous technology, people are craving connection and community at scale, says Marie Stafford, global director at VML Intelligence
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How the Asian ‘super app’ craze could reshape western retail
Super apps have emerged as a driving force for innovation across retail, e-commerce and technology sectors, says James Reeve, executive director of design at UIC Digital
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Collaboration or confrontation? FDF calls for campaigns as Labour mulls public health
Last week’s Wes Streeting threat to ‘steamroll’ companies into action on health has pushed the industry to set out plans
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Oatly’s ‘feck-up’ – a bold move or marketing mis-step?
Oatly is reminding consumers of all its past mistakes in an attempt to ‘stick it to the man’. But is this another mistake?
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Suppliers must recognise the importance of wholesale
Wholesale is a thriving, creative and innovative channel that is being overlooked time and time again, says Jason Wouhra, CEO of Lioncroft Wholesale
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Wes Streeting’s steamroller is heading in the food industry’s direction
Labour is courting big business. And the attraction is mutual
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Ferrari Formula 1 stars add power to Peroni heist
Drivers Charles Leclerc and Carlos Sainz – as well as team principal Fred Vasseur – star in this new ad
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The AI Cook Book: Heinz finds engaging way to showcase product range
Blood-pumped, emotion-ridden fleshbags like you or I are not the intended audience of Heinz’s latest book
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Plastic packaging: how would a Labour government tackle waste?
YouGov research shows a divide between MPs and public over government intervention to address packaging waste
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Collaborative, data-driven decisions are key to getting product mix right
It is critical for retailers to get the balance right and meet demand for specific shopper profiles, says Sarah Pittock, head of gateways UK at Circana
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Can posh mixer brands like Fever-Tree survive sliding spirits sales?
Diageo’s interim results last week were yet another sign storm clouds are darkening over the spirits category and will unlikely just blow away
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Retailers shoot themselves in the foot supporting AHDB meat campaign
By signing up to Let’s Eat Balanced, retailers are flouting their own climate commitments and promises to their customers, says Liam Lysaght, campaigner for diets and climate change at Feedback Global
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What grocery brands can learn from beauty and personal care
BPC is approaching the challenges of sustainability, health and pleasure differently, says Alex Beckett, director, Mintel Food & Drink Research
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Sainsbury’s Next Level strategy is pretty basic… but also ballsy
Four years into its Food First strategy, Sainsbury’s isn’t currently selling its full food range in the vast majority of its superstores and hypermarkets
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Northern Ireland can finally reap rewards of its ‘special status’
The economic and social impact of the restoration of Stormont could be seismic for Northern Ireland, says Ian Wright, co-chair of the Food & Drink Export Council
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How Gangnam Style kickstarted a UK love affair with Korean cuisine
Korean cuisine is making waves in UK grocery. But why?