Exclusive Q&A: Reversing the negative impact of reverse logisticsReverse logistics is becoming one of the major supply chain challenges facing retailers, but with the right solutions and strategies, they can prevail. Walmart automates last-mile delivery with new AI platformWalmart is responding to a surge in delivery orders by focusing on last-mile innovation, including a new proprietary technology platform. Supply chain tech trends to watch The supply chain is now an opportunity, a service, an asset, even a competitive advantage. It’s not a sale until it’s a keep: reframing the returns discussion If there is one area in retail that’s ripe for disruption, it’s returns. Study: Mobile communications jump among consumers The volume of mobile calls and texts made and received by consumers dramatically increased in 2021. Brookfield Properties to roll out flex payments, livestream shopping Shopping center operators continue partnering with providers of buy now, pay later flexible installment payments. CSA Exclusive: Partnering for innovation, from source to shelf CSA recently spoke with Liza Amlani, principal of the consulting practice Retail Strategy Group, about major technology trends currently impacting the retail industry. Robots, robots everywhere – especially in the store Robotic innovation continues spreading across the retail enterprise – popping up to automate an increasing variety of tasks. Levi’s saves labor with robots A leading denim brand is shifting valuable labor resources from mundane tasks to higher-value initiatives with robotic automation. Grubhub teams up with Buyk for ultrafast delivery A leading same-day delivery platform will fulfill orders in 15 minutes or less through a new partnership. Amazon continues opening grocery stores with cashierless checkout California is getting its eleventh Amazon brick-and-mortar grocery store and its third featuring a fully autonomous checkout. Amazon opens first Whole Foods store with cashierless technology Amazon is officially offering its “Just Walk Out” autonomous checkout experience in its Whole Foods Market division. First Previous 188 189 190 191 192 Next Last
