Import volume expected to remain high in October despite short strikeDespite a three-day dockworkers strike at the nation’s East Coast and Gulf Coast ports, import cargo is expected to remain strong in October. Former Amazon exec Dave Clark founds supply chain start-upDave Clark, former CEO of Amazon’s worldwide consumer business and co-CEO of logistics company Flexport, is launching a new venture. Save A Lot entering New York via micro-fulfillment center Save A Lot is pushing into the New York City market with a new online storefront, automated fulfillment platform and third-party delivery partner. Four Ways AI is Humanizing the Retail Experience As the CTO at RetailNext, I've had a ringside seat to the rapidly evolving retail landscape over the past decade. Sam’s Club opening cashierless store A soon-to-open Sam’s Club store will eliminate fixed checkout in favor of app-based shopping and payment. Instacart adds gamification to smart cart solution Gamification is one of three new capabilities Instacart is rolling out for its Caper Cart smart carts. Speedy Stop taps NCR Voyix for digital upgrades Texas convenience chain Speedy Stop is modernizing its in-store technology. Carvana selects site for third auto reconditioning facility An omnichannel platform for the purchase and sale of used cars keeps expanding its capacity to auction reconditioned vehicles. East, Gulf Coast port strike suspended after tentative contract agreement Striking dockworkers at 36 East and Gulf Coast ports are returning to their jobs. Retail Technology News: September update Retailers in September 2024 focused technology efforts in areas including supply chain automation, metaverse shopping and gamification. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
