Mail strike — 75% of businesses plan to drop Royal Mail
With the threat of a strike by Royal Mail workers set to disrupt Christmas deliveries, 75% of UK businesses say they are considering dropping Royal Mail altogether— what are you planning to do?
Asda Direct launches online Christmas gift shop
48% of shoppers are buying gifts in September, in order to spread the cost of Christmas, and a third of shoppers are planning to spend less than last year, says Asda as it adds a dedicated Christmas gift shop.
Online sales increase at Marks & Spencer
Online sales have increased 30% in the last three months, M&S has reported, whilst overall group sales are down 0.5% on a like-for-like basis.
Lego picks ATG for new global ecommerce site
The toy manufacturer is revamping its international ecommerce operations and will use ATG’s Commerce platform to deliver a personalised online shopping experience.
Sales up 47% at Asos, new delivery options to be added
Asos has reported a 47% increase in sales for the six months to 30 September and says it will add two new delivery options.
