Brand Health Check: Carphone Warehouse
01 Dec 2004
The retailer's profits are on the rise, but it is failing to satisfy customers, and must act now to stave off the threat of the mobile operators' high-street charge. Daniel Rogers reports.
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Which brands had the year's most memorable ad campaigns, and which execution had the greatest impact over a single week? Gail Kemp takes a look at the Adwatch winners of 2004.
The retailer's profits are on the rise, but it is failing to satisfy customers, and must act now to stave off the threat of the mobile operators' high-street charge. Daniel Rogers reports.
Since acquiring the ailing Safeway in March, the Yorkshire supermarket chain has struggled to integrate its acquisition and build on its market position. Daniel Rogers reports. Last month, in its interim results for the first half of 2004, Morrisons revealed a healthy increase in like-for-like sales...
French Connection shocked shoppers into its stores with its first FCUK ads, but sales are now declining. Rachel Barnes asks whether a fresh approach could help stem the exodus.
Originally published in 'Consumer Superbrands Volume VI', 2004. The book reviews the UK's strongest consumer brands as judged by an independent judging panel.
£3 a week for as many DVDs as you want, for as long as you want. It's a winning strategy, writes Rachel Barnes.
The bestselling FMCG brands in 2004 are those that tap into consumer trends to offer that little bit extra. Jane Simms reports
The fast-food chain is eager to counter criticism of its Euro 2004 sponsorship. Mark Sweney reports from Portugal
Originally published in 'Consumer Superbrands Volume V', March 2003. The book reviews the UK's strongest consumer brands as judged by an independent judging panel.
Converting more of its stores to convenience outlets may not be enough to slow the retailer's sales decline. In fact, says Rachel Barnes, it could drive away its core consumers.