Data & Analytics

Amazon doing temperature checks, providing face masks; up to 80,000-plus new hires
Amazon outlined additional steps to protect its fulfillment center and delivery employees during the COVID-19 outbreak after coming under some criticism that it was not doing enough.
Publix implements plexiglass shields, other methods for store safety
A regional grocery giant is altering store design and operations in response to the COVID-19 pandemic.

Lowe’s new safety measures include employee app to monitor foot traffic

Lowe’s Companies is doubling down on its in-store social distancing measures during the COVID-19 crisis.
Ibotta bolsters influencer marketing capability

Ibotta is partnering with a digital promotion platform to enhance its campaigns with social influencer content.
Walgreens’ March same-store sales skyrocket — then fall — on heels of strong Q2

Walgreens Boots Alliance provided an early look at the impact of COVID-19 on the drugstore industry during its second-quarter earnings call with analysts.
Survey: Most retailers see COVID-19 crisis lasting one month or more

Only 2% of retailers expect business to go back to normal in less than one month.
Shopify helps retailers socially distance

A leading digital commerce platform is running several initiatives aimed at helping retailers adapt to new shopping protocols in the wake of COVID-19.
BJ’s Wholesale Club appoints Bain veteran to its exec team

BJ’s Wholesale Club is integrating its membership, marketing and analytics groups under one executive.
eMarketer: Direct-to-consumer brands facing mounting challenges in 2020

Direct-to-consumer online sales are forecast to grow 24.3% to $17.75 billion in 2020.
Hy-Vee reserves time online for vulnerable shoppers

A regional Midwestern grocer is ensuring at-risk consumers has expanded its reserved shopping times from its physical stores to its online delivery service.
Newegg maintains continuity during COVID-19 pandemic

A tech-focused e-tailer is taking steps to safely fulfill demand for products that support remote workers.
Sephora keeping majority of U.S. store employees on payroll through late May

Sephora has joined other major retailers in extending its store closures, but it is not following suit in another way.