Study: Flexible work schedules most important to retail job seekersRetail candidates across the nation value shorter work weeks and flexible shift patterns over compensation and benefits. Dealing with Holiday ReturnsThe holiday season is right around the corner and will mark a huge boost in revenue for most retailers: holiday sales can account for as much as 30% of total annual revenue. AmazonFresh adds new menu offering Amazon’s a grocery delivery and pickup service is adding a new option to its program. Walgreens in new tech commitment Walgreens is doubling down on its tech staff. In a 21st Century Workforce, Flexibility is Key As the nation’s largest private sector employer, retail supports 42 million American jobs. Discounter partners with retail accelerator program start-up to monitor product inspections Target has found a way to get more visibility into its vendors’ production efforts. Study: Despite the hype, AI adoption has a long way to go The buzz surrounding artificial intelligence (AI) is intense, but adoption is still in the early or even planning stages. Study: A majority of Gen Z and Millennials expect to do all shopping digitally in the future As their preference for electronic interaction grows, Gen Z and Millennials also envision a future when they will make all purchases digitally. PayPal’s Venmo wallet is now accepted at 2 million U.S. retailers Retailers across the nation are giving mobile shoppers another way to pay for purchases. Electronics e-retailer positions new automotive product category as shopping destination Newegg is bolstering its business offering with a new product category — one that is on pace to grow 30% this year. Phillips Edison expands national accounts effort Phillips Edison, which recently announced the formation of a $4 billion REIT focused on grocery-anchored centers, has added to its national accounts team. Accenture: Shoppers less likely to shop on Black Friday, Cyber Monday this year Year-round bargain buying may be taking some of the urgency out of shopping for discounts on peak holiday shopping days this year. First Previous 973 974 975 976 977 Next Last
