Expert Opinion: Retailers Taking Alternative Insurance RoutesInsured catastrophe losses hit a staggering $150 billion in 2017, making it the worst year on record. Pier 1 announces major store closing initiative as Q3 loss widensPier 1 Imports is significantly reducing the size of its store portfolio and corporate headcount as it seeks to cut costs and turnaround its ailing operations. Save A Lot gets capital infusion The new year brought some good news to Save A Lot. Amazon plans new hub for large items in Florida An e-tail giant continues developing fulfillment centers across the country. UPS: Returns to break record A whopping 1.9 million is the number of return packages that UPS predicted it would process on Jan. 2, National Returns Day. Amazon reports ‘record’ holiday sales Amazon is one of the first retailers out of the gate to report a happy holiday. Study: Many small businesses feel heat from big retailers One in four small-to-mid-sized businesses (SMBs) keep larger competitors in mind when making shipping/logistics decisions. CBRE: Online holiday returns could hit $41.6 billion Retailers and shippers this holiday season will handle more returns than ever of goods bought online. Amazon kicks delivery into high gear for holidays America’s biggest e-commerce retailer will deliver 200 million packages between Dec. 19 and Dec. 31. Simon: Malls are greener than online stores A new study from mall operator Simon indicates that shopping online is not so environmentally friendly. KFC targets drivers with new China stores Chinese KFC customers can now fill their bellies and their gas tanks in one trip. Lowe’s streamlines online purchasing for pros Property management professionals will start the New Year with automated procurement at Lowe’s. First Previous 119 120 121 122 123 Next Last
