Global retailers stepping up cyber-security measures for holidaysRetailers industry-wide are ensuring that hackers won’t spoil their — or their customers’ — holiday. Exclusive Q&A: Lowe’s meets customer expectations with highly automated DCIn an era when retailers are striving to get merchandise into their customers’ hands as quickly as possible, Lowe’s Companies is banking on a state-of-the-art automated warehouse to step up its game. Starbucks to expand U.S. delivery service via Uber Eats; goes live online in China Starbucks Corp. is stepping up its delivery services at home and expanding its digital presence in China. Study: Store checkout areas becoming ‘less necessary’ New technologies are leading to less traditional checkouts at store level. Amazon extends free holiday shipping—for all customers Amazon is expanding the timing — and breadth — of its free shipping program, a move designed to appeal to holiday procrastinators. Joann bets big on customization A fabric and crafts leader is giving customers more style control. December’s busiest Web search days are… Consumer search is at its peak during the month of December, but different categories have their own “holiday rush.” Office Depot offers new home installation service Office Depot is adding a new category to its smart device offering. REI steps up its gear rental game this winter The nation’s largest consumer co-op is expanding its winter gear rental portfolio into a new category. Walmart opens its first online store in Japan; orders fulfilled in the U.S. Walmart has gone live in Japan as it looks to gain a better foothold in the country’s lucrative e-commerce market. First Previous 1012 1013 1014 1015 1016 Next Last
