ARTICLES BY THIS AUTHOR

• 1/15/2026

  NRF 2026: Retail's Big Show - It’s the data, stupid

  Artificial intelligence is only as "smart" as the data supporting it.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/14/2026

  Hassett Ace Hardware enables store communication via app

  A member of the Ace Hardware co-operative is opening full visibility into store operations.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/14/2026

  Amazon gets early jump on Valentine’s Day with promotional sale

  Winter holiday decorations are just coming down, but Amazon is already onto its next seasonal holiday promotion.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/14/2026

  Stater Bros. expands AI replenishment beyond stores

  A regional Southern California grocer is extending the reach of artificial intelligence in its supply chain.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/14/2026

  Kroger fully expands Uber delivery

  Kroger and Uber are following through with the introduction of online delivery from Kroger banner stores on the Uber Eats, Uber and Postmates apps.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/14/2026

  Walmart brings ultrafast drone delivery to Houston

  Walmart is not taking a pause in efforts to spread on-demand drone delivery across the U.S.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/13/2026

  RetailROI 'Super Saturday' examines AI and human potential

  The annual RetailROI "Super Saturday" event highlighted how artificial intelligence can enhance retail while also focusing on the importance of helping people.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/13/2026

  Amazon offers portable RFID 'Just Walk Out' lanes for pop-up venues

  Amazon is launching a portable cashier-free shopping experience that can go on the road with events and pop-ups.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/13/2026

  AI security eliminates store break-ins for Big Brand Tire & Service

  A tire and automotive services retailer is preventing burglaries and reducing property crimes at a high-risk location with help from artificial intelligence.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/13/2026

  FedEx: AI grows in importance for returns

  Consumers are increasingly using artificial intelligence tools and no-box, no label options when they return products.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/13/2026

  Google launches new agentic commerce standard

  Google is offering a new open standard designed to enable a seamless shopping experience based on agentic artificial intelligence.

  Dan Berthiaume

  
• 1/8/2026

  Pilot revamps app as part of rebranding effort

  A leading travel center retailer is upgrading the look and user experience of its customer app.

  Dan Berthiaume