Register now for all-virtual SPECS; here are the educational sessionsChain Store Age's SPECS 2020 will take place August 4-6 on a platform that will offer all the signature hallmarks of SPECS — in a completely virtual environment. Midwestern grocer automates shelf scans with robotsWoodman’s Markets now monitors products and prices using autonomous robots. AWS automates fraud detection Amazon’s cloud computing platform is managing the process of detecting potential online fraud events. ShopRite uses robotics to offer contactless salad bar A mid-Atlantic grocery co-op is piloting a salad bar that is self-serve – and roboticized. Tractor Supply Co. Q2 sales soar; opening 75 to 80 stores; ups cap ex Tractor Supply reported second profit, net sales and same-store sales that beat expectations and provided an upbeat outlook. Neiman Marcus launches new online services, experiences Neiman Marcus is expanding its digital offerings with a new tool to help customers work around limits imposed by the pandemic. Ann Taylor parent files for bankruptcy; closing ‘significant’ number of stores Ascena Retail Group Inc. is shrinking its store footprint and shutting down one of its brands. 5Qs for Mark Kinnare on how COVID-19 affected retail refreshes This year, Sevan Multi-Site Solutions completed the refreshing of its 21,000th retail space for clients that included Albertsons, Walmart, and Jiffy Lube. Health, safety protocols remain most important factor for returning to a store Stores that don’t adhere to responsible safety precautions are at a real risk of losing customers. Aldi opening 70 more stores this year Discount grocer Aldi is embarking on the next wave of its coast-to-coast expansion. First Previous 215 216 217 218 219 Next Last