January 2026

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Archie Norman, Chairman of the UK’s most trusted retailer M&S, returns as keynote for Retail Technology Show 2026

ISN Magazine29th January 2026

by ISN Magazine29th January 20260

London, UK — Back by popular demand, Marks & Spencer Chairman, Archie Norman, will return to the Retail Technology Show (RTS) in 2026 as a headline speaker, after drawing a standing-room-only crowd last year as...

Electronic Shelf Label Strategy and Return on Investment, Service and Maintenance

ISN Magazine28th January 202628th January 2026

by ISN Magazine28th January 202628th January 20260

How Supermarkets in North America and Europe Are Reshaping Retail Performance – 2026 Forecast Electronic Shelf Labels are no longer a technology experiment or a visual upgrade. They sit at the centre of supermarket...

Payments remain the friction frontier preventing end-to-end agentic shopping journeys for 57% of UK consumers, RTS research reveals

ISN Magazine27th January 202622nd May 2026

by ISN Magazine27th January 202622nd May 20260

38% of UK shoppers have already used AI agents within product discovery, rising to 59% of Millennials However, 60% remain wary of using AI agents to complete end-to-end shopping missions 57% aren’t ready to...

Exchange for Change: UK Deposit Return Scheme Takes Shape as Retail Faces a Defining Shift

ISN Magazine26th January 2026

by ISN Magazine26th January 20260

The UK’s first nationwide deposit return scheme (DRS) has taken a decisive step towards launch with the unveiling of its official consumer-facing identity: Exchange for Change. The new name, revealed in an exclusive published...

Europe’s Top 10 Supermarket CEOs (1987–2026): Transformative Leaders in Grocery Retail

ISN Magazine26th January 202626th January 2026

by ISN Magazine26th January 202626th January 20260

Supermarket chain CEOs are the driving force behind growth and transformation in the grocery sector. Their decisions set the strategic direction of the company, influence operational priorities, and shape customer experience. Often, changes in...

Frozen Foods Sales in Europe: Forecast, Generational Shifts and the Next Wave of Freezing Technology

ISN Magazine26th January 2026

by ISN Magazine26th January 20260

The frozen foods sector in Europe is entering a new phase of development marked by structural growth, technological progress and a changing consumer base. Once driven primarily by convenience and price sensitivity, the category...

Sainsbury’s Overhauls Nectar Offers: How the Latest Change Can Cut the Cost of Your Weekly Shop

ISN Magazine26th January 2026

by ISN Magazine26th January 20260

Sainsbury’s has introduced a major update to its Nectar loyalty scheme, placing sharper emphasis on immediate price savings rather than long-term point accumulation. The change, which takes effect immediately, gives Nectar cardholders access to...

Tesco’s Crime Reporting Trial: Can Digital Intelligence Change the Fight Against Retail Crime?

ISN Magazine26th January 2026

by ISN Magazine26th January 20260

Retail crime has become one of the most pressing and persistent challenges facing the UK grocery sector, and Tesco’s decision to trial a new digital crime reporting platform marks a significant moment in how...

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Supermarkets Move Into Healthcare: Convenience, Data and the Battle for Consumer Loyalty

ISN Magazine21st January 2026

by ISN Magazine21st January 20260

The line between grocery retail and healthcare is becoming increasingly blurred. What began with in-store pharmacies and basic health screenings has evolved into a far more ambitious strategy: supermarkets positioning themselves as accessible healthcare...

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Automation Becomes Strategic: Why High-Tech Distribution Centres Are Redefining Supermarket Supply Chains

ISN Magazine21st January 2026

by ISN Magazine21st January 20260

For years, automation in supermarket logistics was framed as an efficiency upgrade — a way to move cases faster, reduce labour dependency and cut operational costs. In 2026, that narrative has shifted. Highly automated...