As a new wave of technology signals further changes to our lives and the regional ecosystem, how should sectors such as retail adapt?
The Amazon Prime service is not yet available in the kingdom
The roll-out of the super app started in March 2020 and is expected to complete by the end of June 2020
The estimated final trading date will be July 16
To earn and spend miles, shoppers must connect their Visa card to their Etihad Guest mobile app
The redevelopment project is in response to a shift in consumer preferences for personalisation and engaging experiences
Members can also earn Skywards Miles while shopping, with 1 Mile earned for every $1 spent
The airport retailers plans to reopen operations in Terminal 2 later this week
From waiving certain fees to offering rental relief, DIFC is implementing several steps to help firms during the current Covid-19 crisis
With the future of retail touted as an omnichannel experience, Gulf retailers in the post-pandemic world must strive to engage customers on all levels
The chairman told retailers to fast track digital plans, customer experience, loyalty, efficiency and business diversification initiatives
This move is in line with the recent ruling permitting businesses in Dubai to gradually reopen
The Galleria mall reopened and welcomed guests earlier this month
The country has also announced new timings for malls starting from Wednesday
Officials said low risk individuals are eligible to be in the workplace, but urged remote working wherever possible
Malls will be allowed to stay open longer but restrictions on children, elderly to continue
The upcoming mall spans 136,200 sqm of gross leasable space and will become the largest mall in the Northern Emirates once inaugurated
Brands that traditionally see increased business during Ramadan should maintain increased communication with their consumers during the current crisis
Perramond replaces Damas’ first female CEO, Asil Attar, who was appointed to the role in February last year
The kingdom has allowed malls in most regions to reopen during Ramadan
The farm spans 24 square metres and can accommodate up to 16 varieties of leafy greens and herbs
The testing of the employees would be carried out in coordination with the Department of Health (DoH)
The government-run website showcases products from over 100 local businesses
Public transport services, including Dubai Metro services, will resume from Sunday, April 26
Gulf Business Academy trainer Mark Dickinson speaks to Hattem Mattar on life after the crisis
The official date for reopening businesses is expected to be “announced shortly”
Shoppers will be required to wear masks and gloves and maintain social distancing
A full refund will be offered to exhibitors on cancelled events and where a new schedule is not feasible for the participants
Sellers can register on manasah.com for free
Gulf Business Academy trainer Mark Dickinson speaks to Ziad Kamel on what the organisational structure of companies will look like after the lockdown