Visa: Accelerated consumer spending in October bodes well for rest of yearSpending momentums accelerated in October as consumer confidence rebounded. Five Big Predictions for Retail in 2022Just as 2020 took retailers by storm and taught brands a lesson or two in resilience, 2021 held its own surprises. Construction input prices jump in October The cost of building continues to rise, led by increases in steel mill product prices. Dollar General taps Joann VP to lead supply chain strategy Dollar General said that Michael Joyce has joined the company as its new senior VP of supply chain strategy, inventory and demand management. Amazon opens new Midwest sortation center Amazon’s newest supply chain facility is located in the Minneapolis/St. Paul area. Walmart plans new high-tech supply chain facilities for Texas Walmart will add two high-tech hubs in the Dallas-Fort Worth area to its growing supply chain network. Old Navy plans inclusive holiday, complete with Santa bootcamp Old Navy is looking to shake up some holiday stereotypes with its seasonal campaign. Ikea raising U.S. minimum wage to $16 per hour; adds more benefits Another retailer is increasing its minimum wage and adding benefits as it looks to attract workers in a tight labor market. CSA Exclusive: EY insight on supply chain issues, near and long-term There are a variety of causes for ongoing global supply chain disruptions, and consulting firm EY recommends several remedial strategies. eBay steps up refurbished product competition with Amazon eBay is building upon its existing Certified Refurbished program. First Previous 598 599 600 601 602 Next Last
