Online grocer applies machine learning to shopping listsFarmstead is turning shopping lists into a highly targeted promotional tool with predictive analytics. Rent’s up, availability’s down at retail centersRents at shopping centers rose by almost 5% in the first quarter of 2019 compared with the same quarter last year. Google helps small retailers handle large call volumes Google’s Area 120 internal incubator is scaling phone-based customer service for small retailers. Survey: Personalization works, until it gets creepy Consumers respond to personalized marketing, but retailers must respect certain boundaries. Banana Republic votes for synchronized merchandising Banana Republic is obtaining a clear view of merchandising activities through the cloud. Walmart investing $160 million in store upgrades in New York, New Jersey Walmart continues to roll out improvements and innovations to its vast network of stores. Amazon primes more markets for Whole Foods delivery, adds voice ordering Amazon continues expanding Whole Foods online delivery, and is also enabling ordering through its Alexa voice assistant. CSA Exclusive: Closeout chain shifts from email to support store growth Ocean State Job Lot is adopting a real-time communication platform as part of an aggressive store and technology expansion initiative. Walmart reduces fresh food waste, improves markdowns with advanced labeling Walmart is obtaining multiple benefits from changing how fresh food products are barcoded. Online farmer’s market grows inventory with Delivery Biz Pro The NYC Farmer’s Market is planting the seeds of assortment expansion. First Previous 906 907 908 909 910 Next Last
