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Fred Boehler, new CEO of Save A Lot

Save A Lot Makes Interim CEO Appointment Permanent

Discount grocery chain Save A Lot has named interim CEO Fred Boehler to the role permanently. Boehler has been serving as interim CEO since Oct. 31, following the departure of…

News December 15

Kroger Launches Autonomous ‘Middle Mile’ Delivery in Dallas Market

Kroger has kicked off a multi-year agreement to have Gatik AI’s autonomous box trucks transport products from the retailer’s Dallas customer fulfillment center to multiple retail locations in the area.…

News December 15
Chewy is embracing the “medtail movement” by opening its first veterinary practices under the brand name “Chewy Vet Care.”

Chewy Joins Medtail Movement with Vet Care Services

Healthcare has been deemed the new battleground for retailers — from behemoths like Walmart and Amazon to traditional drugstore players like CVS and Walgreens. Now, Chewy is embracing the “medtail…

News December 15

Is the Retail Crime Wave a Tsunami or a Ripple?

With our Editors Perspectives columns, you’ll get insights and opinions from the Retail TouchPoints editorial team as they dig into the latest trends in retail, marketing and tech. Back in…

Editor's Perspective December 15

The Impact of Tech on Child Safety

There has been a lot of talk and, frankly, worry recently about the impact of technology on the mental health and safety of children. Emerging social media platforms such as…

Executive Viewpoints December 15

NRF Launches Retail Sustainability Center

The National Retail Federation (NRF) has introduced the Center for Retail Sustainability, designed to help retailers generate economic value while also creating benefits for the environment, communities and societies. Initial…

News December 14
Following the commercial success of the Barbie movie, Mattel Films is creating a live-action feature film focused on its American Girl dolls.

Mattel’s Next Big Movie Star: American Girl

Following the remarkable commercial success of the Barbie movie, Mattel is putting its American Girl dolls in the spotlight. Mattel Films is working with Paramount Pictures and Temple Hill Entertainment…

News December 14
Sally Beauty is offering free online consultations with hair coloring experts.

Sally Beauty Rolls Out Free Virtual Hair Coloring Consultations

Sally Beauty has launched a new service offering free, on-demand digital hair coloring consultations with licensed professionals. The retailer piloted the Licensed Colorist OnDemand in two states in August and…

News December 14
Physical stores have a measurable effect on online sales, in a good way.

ICSC Research: New Store Openings Boost Online Sales 6.9%

New research from trade organization ICSC highlights the inextricable link between physical stores and online sales and the surprising fact that Gen Z are turning to physical retail at higher…

News December 14
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