Pandemic resulted in additional $900 billion global online spend in 2020E-commerce provided a lifeline for retailers during the COVID-19 pandemic as consumers shopped online for nearly everything, from groceries to gardening supplies. Amazon has converted as many as 25 malls into distribution centersAmazon started buying up failed malls and turning them into warehouses and distribution centers long before the pandemic sent e-commerce purchasing sky-high. Albertsons automates POS software testing One of the largest grocers in the U.S. is streamlining the testing of POS and peripheral systems with artificial intelligence (AI). SAP: COVID-19 causes lasting supply chain issues for shoppers As the pandemic enters its second year, consumers are changing behaviors in response to supply chain disruptions. Study: Amazon could exceed $500 billion in revenue During 2021, Amazon may increase its revenue by more than 20%. Starbucks trials reusable cup program — with refundable deposit, loyalty points Starbucks Corp. is testing a program that lets customers earn loyalty points for purchasing a reusable cup and returning it to a special kiosk. Taco Bell hiring spree may include drive-up interviews With 5,000 job openings, Taco Bell is getting creative about interviewing potential employees amid the pandemic. Regional grocer reduces food waste with AI Kimberton Whole Foods is growing sales and cutting out-of-stocks and shrink by automating inventory management. Kohl’s opens sixth e-commerce fulfillment center Kohl’s is supporting its rapidly-growing digital sales with a new dedicated fulfillment center. Direct-to-consumer California menswear brand opens first physical store Another digital brand is trying on brick-and-mortar retail. First Previous 1688 1689 1690 1691 1692 Next Last
