Report: Only 50% of UK Top 100 Online Retailers Websites Have Optimized for Mobile vs 100% of US

Skava, the leading provider of multi-touch point retail technology, today announced that as part of a recent study, only half of the top 100 UK retailers have optimized their websites for mobile devices, compared to 100% of Top US retailers. Skava, a pioneering mobile app company since 2002 headquartered in San Francisco has recently opened a European office in London, England to cater for its global client base, as well as to offer its solutions to European Retailers to address this gap in retail solutions.
Today revenue from mobile accounts for over 1% of all online sales in Europe, but this is growing at a compound rate of 43.1%. Research firm Forrester estimates that by 2017, revenue from mobile will account for 6.8% or EUR 19bn in revenue (Forrester Research, Inc., EU Mobile Commerce Forecast, 2012 To 2017, July 2012).
"A number of factors encourage and inhibit the adoption of mobile commerce... consumer trust, the convenience and value proposition of mobile shopping, the ease of payment and the availability of products at the right price," said Martin Gill, Forrester analyst. "European eBusiness executives in many countries have been slow to provide mobile-optimized experiences and these factors -- both supply and demand -- will continue to limit the opportunities (Forrester Research, Inc., EU Mobile Commerce Forecast, 2012 To 2017, July 2012)."
A smartphone user has a distinct set of expectations when browsing on a mobile device compared to how they interact with their desktop or even their tablet. Retailers' websites which have not been optimized for tablet experience a far lower rate of conversion compared to one that has been specifically optimized for the device. Retailers need to be able to respond quickly to the ever shifting digital landscape and influx of new devices by making sure their e-commerce website is not only working properly but optimized for conversion across all devices, which a solution such as the SkavaONE Platform provides.
"Our recent findings show that European retailers have been slower to optimize their mobile websites, despite the demands from their customers and the revenue potential of catering to their needs," said Arish Ali, Skava CEO. "Mobile commerce is in its second wave in the US as retailers continually advance and improve on their mobile websites. Retail executives in the UK have started to realize the importance of providing optimized mobile and tablet experiences for their customers, and that is why Skava has entered the UK market at the right time to support retailers in this quest."
Skava's client list includes over 20% of the Top 30 Internet Retailers who have a combined online revenue of over $20 billion. To learn more about Skava's Retail solutions, visit www.skava.com
About Skava:
Skava is a leading provider of next-generation multi-channel e-Commerce solutions to retailers. The SkavaONE "Omni-Commerce" platform allows retailers to create mobile websites and apps, tablet websites and apps, interactive digital catalogs, in-store kiosk applications, and social commerce offerings from one integrated platform. The SkavaONE platform works along with the retailer's existing e-Commerce platform and helps the retailer extend the online shopping experience to all these other customer "touchpoints" through customized and unique user experiences. Skava is recognized in the industry for providing a flexible and advanced platform which is able to adapt to the most complex e-commerce requirements. Skava's customers include Over 20% of the Top 30 online retailers.

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Report: Only 50% of UK Top 100 Online Retailers Websites Have Optimized for Mobile vs 100% of US

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Delhaize Group 2012 results

Financial Highlights 2012 (at identical exchange rates)
Revenue growth of 2.9%; organic revenue growth of 2.1%
62% of the Food Lion brand repositioning completed
Underlying operating profit decline of 17.5%
Free cash flow generation of EUR772 million at actual exchange rates
Proposed full year gross dividend of EUR1.40 per share

Financial Highlights Fourth Quarter 2012 (at identical exchange rates)
Revenue growth of 0.3%; organic revenue growth of 2.5%
Positive comparable store sales and volume growth at Food Lion
Underlying operating margin of 3.6%; impacted by ongoing price investments

Appointments
Proposed appointment of Ms. Elizabeth Doherty as new independent Director
CEO Comments
Pierre-Olivier Beckers, President and Chief Executive Officer of Delhaize Group, commented: "As indicated in January, our financial results in 2012 were within guidance. We are particularly pleased by our strong free cash flow generation and we believe that we will generate an average of approximately EUR500 million free cash flow per annum over 2013-2015."
"In 2013, we will remain focused on accelerating the progress at Food Lion, revitalizing Delhaize Belgium and driving growth in Southeastern Europe. We aim to remain relevant to our customers, continuing our sustainable price policies and accelerating revenue growth. We will fund this through a combination of disciplined capital allocation and cost control. The decision to decrease the dividend this year is a clear example of Delhaize Group's commitment to maintaining its financial strength and achieving revenue growth."
"We remain encouraged by the continuation of several positive trends we experienced during the fourth quarter of 2012, particularly in the U.S. Over time, we believe that Delhaize Group has the ability to improve its operating performance in all of its markets, by staying focused on sustainable revenue growth and strict cost management. We are looking forward to provide further updates on our strategic progress on May 8 at the occasion of our Q1 release and Capital Markets Day."

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Delhaize Group 2012 results

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