“The market is moving so fast, and the customer is moving so fast, that if you’re not moving with it then you’re going to be left behind. That would be a real shame for Asda.”
Asda’s challenges come as the wider UK grocery market is facing significant upheaval, with the rise of online shopping and changing consumer habits reshaping the sector. Competition from the likes of Amazon and delivery services such as Deliveroo and Uber Eats have also put pressure on traditional retailers like Asda.
Despite these challenges, Asda remains a key player in the UK grocery market, with a strong brand and loyal customer base. The company will need to adapt quickly to the changing landscape in order to remain competitive and regain lost market share.
With new leadership at the helm, Asda has an opportunity to turn things around and position itself for future success. The coming months will be crucial for the supermarket chain as it navigates the challenges ahead and works to rebuild its market position.
Ella había sido anteriormente tanto directora de operaciones como directora financiera en Asda antes de mudarse a Walmart. “Es mucho más difícil salir de los sistemas que entrar en ellos”.
Agregó: “Es un buen negocio y [tiene] excelentes colegas… En última instancia les deseo lo mejor. Pero ¿duele un poco mi corazón? Sí, lo hace.”
Información adicional de Emily Herbert en Londres