Grocery prices up 11.5% year-over-yearA new study confirms that prices of everyday goods have risen significantly — but not the same for everyone. CSA Exclusive: H&M streamlines fulfillment with roboticsA global fashion giant is increasing the efficiency of online order fulfillment by implementing robotic technology in its North American warehouses. Starbucks to expand ‘community’ store footprint to 1,000 locations by 2030 Starbucks is ramping up the global expansion of its “community” store concept as part of a new commitment to make its stores more inclusive — and accessible. Survey: Customer expectations for chatbots are… A new survey reveals the most popular benefits consumers expect to gain from interacting with customer service chatbots. As inflation bears down, retailers can uplift consumers This moment in time continues to serve up an unfamiliar combination of factors that are complicating life for retailers and consumers alike. Twitter pilots new shopping feature Twitter is beta testing a new social commerce offering called Twitter Shops. NRF chief economist talks about inflation Inflation is at a 40-year high and isn’t hitting all consumers as hard as top-line numbers might suggest. But it will still play a key role. Bad customer service puts brands at risk Consumers do not give brands a lot of leeway in the level of service they expect. How AI, control towers and robotics can help combat inflation Inflation is a serious concern for U.S. consumers, with prices reaching a new high in January. CSA Exclusive: Innovation comes to exception-based loss prevention Exception-based reporting for loss prevention is being enhanced with technologies such as 5G networking, video analytics, RFID, and blockchain. First Previous 417 418 419 420 421 Next Last