ChangeUp: Technology will champion ‘store of the future’ innovationsDigital innovations will play a significant role in creating new, safer physical spaces. Google banks on Google Pay’s future as financial management appConsumers can now use Google Pay for activities such as automatically redeeming retailer discounts and setting up bank accounts. Amazon pilots paid virtual shopping service as part of Black Friday promo Amazon is including a discount on a paid interactive experience called “Amazon Explore” as part of its Black Friday promotion, which starts Friday, Nov. 20. Walmart sells most of Japanese business for $1.6 billion Walmart is strategically reducing its stake in Seiyu while pledging to support the Japanese grocer’s omnichannel transformation. Consumer confidence holds steady in November American consumer confidence is at 52.5 for November, statistically even with October. CSA Exclusive: Woodman’s fills store inventory gaps with robots A regional Midwest grocer is helping keep shelves properly stocked during the COVID-19 pandemic with robotic assistance. Quick-service retailers steer toward innovation at the drive-thru Drive-through ordering has been around since the 1930s, but quick-service chains are upgrading this time-tested service with 21st century technology. Amazon to open third Mississippi supply chain facility Amazon plans to launch a new, state-of-the-art fulfillment center in Madison County, Miss. Walmart to operate holiday pop-ups for online fulfillment Walmart’s holiday preparation includes creating “pop-up e-commerce distribution centers” to fulfill home delivery orders. Amazon Fresh footprint grows in California Amazon now operates three stores in its Amazon Fresh high-tech grocery format, all in the Golden State. First Previous 301 302 303 304 305 Next Last