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Keep It Clean: How Retailers Can Leverage UV-C Technology To Sanitize During COVID-19 Crisis
For most retailers, 2020 isn’t the year where stocking the latest electronic gadget, newest fashion from the runway or most flawless diamonds are going to draw customers in. Thanks to…
Executive Viewpoints June 15Why Eastbanc Is Prioritizing Brand Partnerships Amid COVID-19
Featuring: Philippe Lanier, Eastbanc As a principal at Eastbanc, a prominent retail landlord in the Georgetown neighborhood of Washington DC, Philippe Lanier has been having a lot of conversations with retail partners. Through…
June 15Extended COVID-19 Crisis Could Force Tailored Brands Into Bankruptcy
Tailored Brands may have to file for bankruptcy if the COVID-19 crisis continues, according to a filing with the SEC. The retailer posted a sales drop of 60.4% during Q1…
News June 12Staples Adds Same-Day Delivery From 1,000+ Stores
A new partnership with Instacart will allow Staples U.S. Retail to offer same-day delivery from more than 1,000 stores. Shoppers will be able to select from home office and back-to-school…
News June 12Sam’s Club Expands Curbside Pickup Chainwide
Following a 16-store pilot of curbside pickup, Sam’s Club is rolling out the service to all of its 597 locations. The offering, which includes a same-day pickup option, will be…
News June 12How Google Shopping Is Making Its Mark In The E-Commerce Revolution
It’s safe to say that the retail industry is going through a revolution. In the world of e-Commerce, Amazon is continually seen as the industry leader, but recently Google has…
Executive Viewpoints June 12Shop Local: Independent Pet Retailers Display Dedication And Innovation In Face of Pandemic
Efforts to slow the spread of the novel coronavirus, COVID-19, have transformed the world and our daily activities in extraordinary ways. As we navigate this unprecedented time, our first priority…
Executive Viewpoints June 12Facilities Management CEO: ‘Cleanliness Will Be Looked At In An Entirely Different Lens’
It’s long been a retail “business basic” to keep stores clean, both for purposes of hygiene and to create a positive customer experience. But as with so many other things,…
Features June 12Inditex To Shutter Up To 1,200 Non-Zara Stores As It Pivots Toward E-Commerce
Inditex may close 1,000 to 1,200 stores as the retailer puts a greater emphasis on e-Commerce operations. Most of the closures are expected to be smaller, non-Zara branded locations, and…
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