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Uniqlo Parent Will Invest $885 Million In Warehouse Automation

Japan-based Fast Retailing, the parent of fast fashion retailer Uniqlo, is investing $885 million to automate its global…

News October 9
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H&M Buys $20 Million Stake In Klarna, Will Integrate Payments Platform

H&M is investing $20 million in Klarna, a Swedish bank and online payment solution provider. The investment equals…

News October 8
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Starbucks Appoints New CFO

Starbucks has appointed Patrick Grismer EVP and CFO to replace Scott Maw, who is retiring Nov. 30. Grismer…

News October 8
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Tops Supermarket Debuts Curbside Pickup, Adds Organic Options Online

Grocery delivery and curbside pickup have become the latest competitive arenas in supermarket retail, and regional player Tops…

News October 8
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ShippingEasy Launches Voice-Enabled Shipping Solution

ShippingEasy, a cloud-based shipping solution provider, has introduced a conversational user interface. The innovation leverages Alexa to enable…

News October 8
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Target Introduces Private Label Line Of Inexpensive Essentials

Target will launch a private label collection of everyday essentials called Smartly, with most items costing less than…

News October 8
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Authenticity And Education Sway Shoppers More Than Social Media Influencers

Celebrity influencers are starting to lose their luster: shoppers are 2X as likely to order a product recommended…

News October 8
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Wegmans Combines Mobile App, Human Assistance To Guide Visually Impaired Shoppers

Wegmans, a supermarket chain based in the Northeast, has implemented a combination of technology and human assistance for…

News October 5
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Catalina Chooses Amtrak Veteran As New CEO

Catalina has named Gerald “Jerry” Sokol Jr. as its CEO, effective immediately. His experience includes leading technology and…

News October 5
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