Quick-service retailers steer toward innovation at the drive-thruDrive-through ordering has been around since the 1930s, but quick-service chains are upgrading this time-tested service with 21st century technology. CBRE predicts 20% reduction in total U.S. retail square footage by 2025The year 2021 will see a strengthened recovery of all U.S. commercial real estate sectors as the broader economy bounces back from the pandemic-induced recession. Amazon Fresh footprint grows in California Amazon now operates three stores in its Amazon Fresh high-tech grocery format, all in the Golden State. Chipotle holds the dining room in new digital-only store concept Chipotle is opening a restaurant that will fill pick-up and delivery orders only. McDonald’s pilots faster ordering, payment solutions at drive-thru Drive-thru is already a streamlined way of picking up fast-food orders, but McDonald’s wants to digitally increase the convenience factor. Southeastern Grocers debuts new Winn-Dixie stores — with more to come Winn-Dixie’s footprint in Florida continues to grow. Ulta Beauty to open hundreds of shops — in Target Ulta Beauty is expanding its footprint in a partnership with Target Corp. Herman Miller unveils new store concept Herman Miller has opened a new retail format dedicated to high-performance “task” chairs and other products that support the home office and small business worker. Rite Aid unveils new branding; testing ‘store of the future’ design Rite Aid is piloting a new store design that puts the pharmacist up front in the shopping experience. Casey’s in $580 million, 94-store acquisition Casey’s General Stores is expanding its presence in the Midwest. First Previous 225 226 227 228 229 Next Last
