160 - VHS, 'Marks & Spencer In A Changing World

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160 - VHS, 'Marks & Spencer In A Changing World

A letter with the VHS tape describes the video as a 'visual business card' to tell people about M&S. Video begins with clips of various places around the world. Voiceover describes M&S' founding principles and what M&S stores offer today. The St Michael brand, modern store processes and suppliers are discussed. International stores and M&S companies such as Brooks Brothers are discussed. Archival images are shown as the beginning of M&S is described, such as Michael Marks' first penny bazaars and M&S principles. Staff roles, benefits and community projects are discussed. Board members are seen talking to staff in stores. Processes for designing and producing clothing items are shown as standards are discussed. International expansion is discussed with clips of international stores being shown. Food production processes are shown such as salmon and vegetables. Ready meal production and buying is shown. The M&S charge-card and financial services are discussed. M&S' growth and development plans are stated. Running Time: 24m 3 copies

Date: 1996

Reference Number: P10/1/160

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