Omicron unlikely to bring shutdowns, says NRF economistThe main economic impact of the COVID-19 omicron variant is likely to be on inflation. Spending on social media platforms set to explodeDigital spending will shift to social media during the next three years, fueled largely by two groups of consumers. Four Strategies to Minimize Effects of Inflation While Increasing Profits Inflation fears have resurfaced after a decade of subdued price increases, as the costs of many products and services have increased this year. Survey: Holiday shopping season could extend into early 2022 Consumers are considering delaying some holiday purchases until early 2022 — particularly in certain categories. McDonald’s selling Israeli digital startup to Mastercard McDonald’s is selling a personalization and decision-logic technology company that it acquired nearly three years ago. Study: Retailers lose ground on supply chain Retailers’ confidence in their ability to handle supply chain issues has eroded since 2020. CSA Exclusive: Three key supply chain trends for 2022 Innovative solutions and strategies will be crucial to ensuring a bright new year for supply chain operations. CSA Q&A: Dick’s Sporting Goods cuts theft with surveillance cameras Faced with shoplifting and other sources of in-store loss, Dick’s Sporting Goods has responded with camera monitoring. Timberland digitally tests concepts with customers Timberland is offering customers digital product visualization. Kohl’s to add new solar energy installations Kohl’s Corp. is continuing to develop its renewable energy program. Albertsons eases digital shopping with two new offerings Albertsons Companies Inc. is launching new digital meal planning and automated replenishment services. Amazon invests in two sustainable technology companies The Amazon Climate Pledge Fund is backing a greenhouse agriculture provider and an emissions-free power system. First Previous 66 67 68 69 70 Next Last
