Expert Insight: The ‘New Next’ for RetailIn early 2020, retail was predictable. Canada’s Simons optimizes styles and colors with AISimons is leveraging artificial intelligence (AI) to minimize inventory costs while supporting omnichannel growth. Walgreens adds advance ordering to drive-thru pickup Walgreens is offering more items at its pharmacy drive-thrus and streamlining the shopping process. Denny’s expands into grocery, meal kits as COVID-19 continues Another fast-casual retailer is finding new ways to sell its ingredients as dine-in service remains banned in much of the U.S. Expert Analysis: Big Ideas in Time of Crisis If you operate a retail business, your world just changed forever. Nielsen: Sales are skyrocketing in these categories due to COVID-19 Consumer demand for key products is rising well into three-digit growth rates compared to 2019. Exclusive Q&A: Navigating COVID-19 distribution issues Retailers experiencing product shortages in the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic need to use patience and strategy. Walgreens makes it easier for customers to shop without leaving their cars Walgreens has expanded drive-thru shopping in an effort to promote social distancing amid the COVID-19 crisis. CSA Exclusive: COVID-19 impacts retailers on products, personalization, people A closer look at the recent Chain Store Age COVID-19 survey reveals some very specific areas where the pandemic is disrupting operations. Study: COVID-19 has big impact on buyer decisions Customers are shifting their preferences in which products they buy, and in what quantities, as a result of the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic. First Previous 82 83 84 85 86 Next Last