Unilever to offer robotic direct-to-consumer ice cream salesA CPG giant and what’s billed as the world’s “first store-hailing platform” are teaming up to offer a 21st-century version of the ice cream truck. JLL: Traffic at Sunbelt restaurants far outpaces those in the NorthThe numbers of on-premise diners at restaurants in Austin and Miami 25% are higher than they were in 2019. Carvana brings ‘car vending machine’ to new West Coast market The latest Carvana automated vehicle pickup location is opening in an area accustomed to high-tech offerings. Walmart to power material handling lift trucks with green hydrogen Walmart continues to switch to alternative zero-carbon energy sources throughout its supply chain. Kroger targets new market for fast delivery with hiring initiative The Kroger Co. continues expanding the reach of its refrigerated delivery service for e-commerce orders. Chipotle launches $50 million venture fund to foster innovation Chipotle Mexican Grill is hoping to revolutionize the restaurant industry. Shop Rite parent to monitor store shelves with AI robots Wakefern Food Corp. is turning to robotic automation to collect highly accurate shelf data. Walmart addresses lack of truck drivers with new program, pay increase As an industrywide shortage of truck driver hits record highs, Walmart is targeting a new pool of potential drivers and raising wages. Macy’s to invest $584 million in new fulfillment center Macy’s, Inc. is investing in its digital future. FedEx to pilot ‘middle-mile’ drone delivery FedEx Corp. will test the viability of autonomous drones for moving shipments between sortation locations in its fulfillment network. Report: Robots help Walgreens fill prescriptions in micro-fulfillment hubs A major drugstore chain is reportedly the latest retailer to turn to robotic automation, in an effort to boost prescription-filling efficiency. Walmart to transform Wisconsin hub into next-gen distribution center Walmart is continuing with its plan to renovate existing distribution centers with automated technology. First Previous 14 15 16 17 18 Next Last
