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Ikea opens its first-ever shop on a third-party platform with Alibaba
Ikea is testing third-party platform waters by opening a virtual store on Tmall.
Janitorial services in stores on the rise with COVID-19
The coronavirus outbreak is not only impacting consumer shopping patterns.

Report: Amazon asks workers to stay home if possible

An e-tail giant is reportedly instituting a global work-from-home policy in response to the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Study: Video content matters more than quality

A new study from Google indicates consumers have different expectations for video platforms than for TV.
Three solutions to inoculate retail operations against COVID-19

Retailers can apply advanced technology to manage customer concerns and supply chain uncertainties related to the coronavirus (COVID-19).
Walgreens takes omnichannel steps in response to coronavirus

Walgreens is enacting new digital and online policies to support customers during the coronavirus (COVID-19) pandemic.
Chipotle provides delivery customization, transparency

Chipotle Mexican Grill will offer free delivery starting March 15 through March 31 "to make life easier for guests."
Ulta Beauty Q4 earnings beat Street; to open 75 stores

Ulta Beauty reported fourth-quarter earnings that easily beat analysts’ expectations.
Kroger details measures to sanitize stores, protect customers, employees

The Kroger Co. is taking precautionary steps to protect its shoppers and employees from the coronavirus outbreak.
Amazon commits to four new global renewable energy projects

Amazon’s latest sustainability venture includes solar and wind installations in the U.S., Europe, and Australia.
Drop in monthly construction input prices not necessarily a good thing

Construction input prices fell 0.6% in February and are up 0.4% year over year.
Dollar General extends winning streak; to open 1,000 stores in 2020

Dollar General ended its fiscal year on a strong note, reporting another year of record sales and earnings that included its 30th consecutive year of same-store sales growth.