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Sephora keeping majority of U.S. store employees on payroll through late May
Sephora has joined other major retailers in extending its store closures, but it is not following suit in another way.
AWS enables intelligent security investigations
Amazon Web Services (AWS) is applying artificial intelligence to help users discover the root cause of security incidents.

Loblaw, Breuninger support online shift with cloud technology

A Canadian grocer and German department store retailer are leveraging Google Cloud resources on the front and back ends of the enterprise.
Children’s Place ‘evaluating options’ on 600 store leases; CEO forgoing pay

The Children's Place Inc. is the latest retailer to furlough employees and take other measures to boost financial flexibility as it extends store closures indefinitely amid the COVID-19 pandemic.
Furniture retailer Article modifies delivery for COVID-19

In response to the COVID-19 pandemic, a specialty furniture retailer is instituting contactless delivery protocols.
Kroger giving another bonus to ‘hero’ employees

The Kroger Company is increasing its efforts to reward employees working on the frontlines during the COVID-19 pandemic.
Office Depot supplies customers with same-day delivery

Office Depot Inc. is partnering with two leading same-day delivery platforms as remote work surges.
Home Depot limits in-store customers; halts sales of N95 masks

The Home Depot announced temporary changes to help reduce the spread of COVID-19 along with an update on how it is contributing to front line medical professionals.
Tailored Brands resumes online fulfillment, will manufacture masks

The parent company of Men’s Wearhouse and Jos. A. Banks has reopened its e-commerce fulfillment centers and begun shipping online orders.
David’s Bridal, Guess?, Christopher & Banks furloughing employees, cutting expenses

More retailers are furloughing employees and taking other measures to shore up liquidity as they extend store closings amid the COVID-19 crisis.