Gap swings to Q4 profit buoyed by Old Navy, Athleta; optimistic on 2021Gap Inc. reported disappointing fourth-quarter sales amid global store closures and ongoing declines at its namesake and Banana Republic brands. Former Express CEO to take top spot at MauricesThe chief executive of Maurices is retiring. Gap Inc. investing $140 million to build Texas DC amid rising online sales Gap Inc. is investing in a new fulfillment center as it looks to double its digital sales during the next couple of years. Three Solutions to Gain Customers’ Love — on Valentine’s Day and Beyond As Valentine’s Day approaches, here are a few suggestions for winning the hearts of your shoppers – through technology. Urban Outfitters to automate picking at robotic facility A fashion and accessories retailer is building a new fulfillment center that will feature smart picking robots and automated conveyors. This is not your father’s retail fulfillment center Robots, customer-centric delivery hubs, and micro-fulfillment are transforming the traditional retail fulfillment center model. Athleta expands assortment of extended sizing A specialty apparel retailer is making 70% of its spring 2021 collection available in extended sizes. Retailers get high marks in maintaining health and safety The nearly year-long focus on safety protocols is resonating with customers, but it may be diverting attention from other areas. Gap earnings falls short but ‘optimistic’ about Q4; online sales up 61% Gap Inc. reported third-quarter earnings that just missed Wall Street expectations amid strong performances from both Old Navy and Athleta. Best Buy exec joins Gap Inc. in newly created leadership position Gap Inc. has made two additions to its senior team, naming its first-ever chief growth officer and a new CEO for Banana Republic. First Previous 12 13 14 15 16 Next Last