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- 1/7/2021
Tech lessons from 2020 retailers can carry into 2021
A very unique year produced some technology-related developments in retail which will be applicable in 2021 and beyond. - 1/6/2021
Report: Shopify removes Trump-affiliated stores
A leading e-commerce platform is reportedly no longer hosting two online shops that sold merchandise related to President Donald Trump. - 1/6/2021
No credit, don’t know about tires? This site is for you
The TireAgent website promises to match people of every financial category and level of product knowledge with affordable, suitable tires. - 1/6/2021
RC Willey keeps merchandise moving with EDI
A regional home furnishings retailer has minimized supply chain disruptions with a modern electronic data interchange (EDI) platform. - 1/6/2021
Shopping holiday for gift card holders returns
The second annual ‘National Use Your Gift Card Day’ takes place Saturday, Jan. 16. - 1/6/2021
Jewel-Osco pilots automated grocery pickup kiosk
An Albertsons banner is the first American grocer to let customers pick up online grocery orders at a contactless kiosk. - 1/5/2021
U.S. government bans Alipay, WeChatPay payment apps
President Trump has signed an executive order which will prevent the use of eight Chinese payment applications in the U.S., including the popular Alipay and WeChatPay apps. - 1/5/2021
Report: Albertsons shifting to third-party delivery in California
Albertsons Cos. is reportedly replacing many delivery drivers in California with in independent contractors. - 1/5/2021
FreshDirect becomes Ahold Delhaize banner
A New York City-based online grocer is the newest member of Ahold Delhaize’s U.S. family. - 1/5/2021
Walgreens expects to reach vaccination milestone before end of January
Walgreens expects to complete the administration of COVID-19 vaccine first doses in skilled nursing facilities by Monday, Jan. 25. - 1/5/2021
Survey: Holiday shipping failed to meet consumer expectations
Many consumers reported various issues preventing their online orders from being fulfilled satisfactorily during the 2020 holiday season. - 1/5/2021
Beef non-profit raises digital awareness at major grocers
The National Cattleman’s Beef Association (NCBA) is partnering with digital recipe network Chicory to accelerate e-commerce growth of beef at three leading grocery retailers.