OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN

Klarna extends desktop flex payment reach with browser extension

Klarna is introducing a tool to streamline digital “buy now, pay later” purchases for desktop shoppers.
Survey: Online holiday shoppers have supply chain concerns

Retailers are not the only ones stressed over ongoing supply chain disruptions this holiday season.
Report: Starbucks workers at Buffalo store unionize

Starbucks reportedly now has one U.S. corporate store which is unionized.
Eddie Bauer sets comprehensive sustainability goals

A direct-to-consumer outdoor brand is establishing new benchmarks to reduce its environmental impact.
Retail CEOs ask Congress to combat retail counterfeiting and theft

The CEOs of 20 leading retailers have signed a letter from the Retail Industry Leaders Association expressing concern over organized retail crime.
Walmart launches sustainable supply chain financing program

Walmart is encouraging its suppliers to reduce greenhouse gas (GHG) emissions with early invoice payments.
Kroger to open another high-tech fulfillment center

The Kroger Co. continues to expand its “customer fulfillment center” footprint.
Ahold Delhaize USA expands instant essentials delivery

A major grocery conglomerate is offering ultrafast delivery of convenience items across multiple banners.