OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN

This year’s holiday outlook is merry and bright, with sales anticipated to rise at least 7%, according to a recent report from Bain and Deloitte.

The online resale market is growing rapidly, and beyond traditional clothing and accessories.

Sally Beauty is providing two-hour delivery throughout December as part of its same-day delivery launch.

The Worcester Red Sox have retrofitted a convenience/memorabilia shop at their home stadium for frictionless shopping.

New York City Mayor Bill de Blasio announced on Dec. 6 that employees not previously covered under the existing “Key to NYC” vaccination requirements and who perform in-person work for private businesses in the city must receive at least one dose of a COVID-19 vaccine by Dec. 27.

Grocery retailers that offer a wide and deep product inventory enjoy a distinct advantage in building customer loyalty.

Experts from several leading retail technology companies gazed into their crystal balls to provide Chain Store Age readers with a view of what industry will experience in 2022 and beyond.

This holiday season, many small businesses are hoping not to have a repeat of 2020’s woes. Unfortunately, it’s not looking good as supply chain delays and theft are on the rise, and nearly every sector has been affected, especially small and medium businesses.