Rethinking Employee Communications in the Wake of Store ClosingsIt is important for retail executives to implement a proactive, targeted and ongoing crisis communications strategy. Joann Stores taps Ulta Beauty exec for key roleJoann Stores has filled out its executive bench with a critical technology hire. Study: How loyal are Amazon shoppers? Everyone knows Amazon is widely used, but a new survey reveals how committed Amazon shoppers really are. Report: Walmart to stop mobile price-matching Walmart will reportedly soon remove the Savings Catcher automated refund tool from its consumer app. Farmstead goes sustainable delivery route Online grocer Farmstead is the latest e-commerce retailer looking to deliver goods, not carbon, and maybe save a few bucks in the process. Kroger to build robot-powered fulfillment center in Florida The Kroger Co. is making progress on its plan to build a series of high-tech customer fulfillment centers (CFCs). Starbucks perks up rewards program Starbucks is making its rewards program more customer friendly as it looks to appeal to a wider range of customers and keep growing membership. Aldo optimizes shipping from store with AI Footwear retailer Aldo Group realizes the best ship-from-store options do not always take the fewest steps. Millennials all in for mobile shopping A new survey illustrates how millennials are using mobile devices for shopping and purchasing goods. Survey: Consumers want more connected store experiences Brick-and-mortar stores remain dominant, but customers want omnichannel options in the physical store. Four Strategies Retailers Can Use to Weather Higher Shipping Costs There are a number of strategies that can be used to absorb the higher costs and continue delivering a top-notch customer experience-free shipping still included. Analysis: Michael’s needs to work harder, faster to hold on to its market share Although a lot of the numbers from Michaels are in negative territory, some of this is a function of a shorter trading period compared to last year. First Previous 774 775 776 777 778 Next Last