Retail sales unexpectedly rise in SeptemberAmerican consumers kept shopping in September despite rising prices, supply chain disruption, the Delta variant and the end of enhanced unemployment benefits. Instacart expands Quebec footprint with Sephora, Staples, H&MInstacart is expanding its presence in Quebec, including the addition of two major retailers to its platform and a major hiring initiative. Gift cards poised for big holiday season amid inventory, shipping concerns The most requested holiday gift for nearly 15 years is ready for another big year. CSA Exclusive: COVID-19 accelerates change in customer expectations A webinar from RSR Research highlighted how the pandemic has intensified an already significant period of evolution in how retailers serve customers. Study: 50% of frontline workers planning to resign; burnout cited as top reason Burnout is causing frontline workers — particularly those in the retail and grocery industries — to leave their jobs. Walmart, other retailers take actions to help ease supply chain congestion Three of the nation’s largest goods carriers pledged to increase their efforts to address supply chain problems that are already causing some bare shelves across stores. Survey: It’s not just stores — retail DCs caught up in big labor squeeze Attention on labor shortages in retail has mostly focused on in-store operations. But another area is also feeling the impact. Study: Increased pay alone won’t attract employees Retailers need to do more than raise pay and benefits to attract and retain employees. Instacart to acquire catering software company for grocers Instacart is taking another step toward becoming a full-fledged technology platform. Walmart adds new goals to sustainability effort, including 15% plastic reduction Walmart is embarking on several new initiatives across its supply chain as part of a push to become a more regenerative company. First Previous 232 233 234 235 236 Next Last
