Stores-within-stores have been prevalent in Europe and Asia for years, and while they’ve been in play for decades in the U.S. (think perfume counters in Macy’s), all indications call for much wider adoption here in the years ahead. Already, the concept has branched into new combinations. Apparel shops within supermarkets, electronics boutiques in department stores, and branded sections of sporting-goods stores are some commonly seen examples.
Online giant granted patent to create on-demand clothing
Amazon’s newest win could expand its foothold in the private-label apparel category.
The online giant won a patent on Tuesday, April 18, for an on-demand apparel manufacturing system. The solution includes a textile printer, textile cutter, and a computing device that will work in concert to design apparel once customers place an order.
Specialty chain integrates omnichannel processes
To the key to omnichannel success is having access to synchronized, and up-to-date business information.
Mattress Firm is partnering with Visionet Systems to create a centralized information repository that integrates all business information across retail channels in near real-time — a move that will improve operational efficiency enterprise-wide.
Teen apparel retailer closing hundreds of stores
Tough times have caught up with Rue 21.
The struggling teen apparel chain plans to close nearly 400 stores nationwide, the Associated Press reported. The shutterings will leave the retailer with about 700 stores nationwide.
Rue 21 confirmed the news in a post on its Facebook page, calling it a “difficult but necessary” decision.
Report: BJ’s up for sale — and being eyed by Amazon
A potential acquisition could give Amazon some leverage as it expands its brick-and-mortar presence.
BJ’s Wholesale Club is putting itself up for sale, and Amazon has expressed modest internal interest in the chain, according to The New York Post. BJ’s, which was once a public company, was bought for $2.8 billion by private equity firms Leonard Green & Partners and CVC Capital Partners in 2011.
Walmart in milestone opening
Walmart hit the century mark in terms of training academies.
The retailer on Monday celebrated the grand opening of its 100th U.S. training academy, in Frontage, Edmond. The academies were first introduced in 2016 and have expanded to 40 states.
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