UPS to partner with CVS on drone deliveryUPS and CVS will evaluate drone-based delivery of prescriptions and retail products to customer homes. Starbucks heats up on-demand deliveryCoffee fans in five new markets can get a cup of Starbucks coffee by opening their door. Cumberland Farms acquired by U.K. firm A well-established player in the European convenience store market has expanded its presence in the United States. Walmart in unique, multi-energy agreement Walmart is expanding its sourcing from wind energy projects in two different energy markets. Burger King turns up flame on mobile delivery A fast-food leader is expanding the reach of on-demand delivery with help from an established mobile platform. Natural Disasters: Proactive steps retailers should be taking It is imperative that retailers are prepared for emergencies caused by the high winds, heavy rainfall, and flooding that stem from natural disasters. There are 23% more gyms in retail centers than there were in 2010 Traditional tenants in retail centers once scoffed at having gyms in their midst for all the parking spaces they took up. No more. Report: Two major retailers eye FreshDirect Amazon and Walmart are both reportedly considering a purchase of on-demand grocery delivery platform FreshDirect. Fast-casual chain opens virtual restaurant The doors to Health Tribes are opened via browser or mobile app. The Apocalypse That Isn’t Sometimes perception gets in the way of reality. Such is the case, I think, with the death of physical retail. The Experience-to-Stuff Ratio It’s no secret that a successful retail center of any kind in 2019 — be it an outdoor center or an enclosed mall — must re-jigger its mix to include a wide variety of food, beverage, and entertainment-based tenants. Mercato directly competes with AmazonFresh The e-commerce platform for independent grocers now offers a same-day delivery program. First Previous 191 192 193 194 195 Next Last