Primark may add click and collect service
March 11, 2022
Fast-fashion chain Primark has no plans to enable online ordering with delivery. It may, however add a buy online and pickup in-store service in response to changes in consumer shopping behavior. The chain plans to launch a new website in the UK and 13 other markets by the end of the month.
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