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Albertsons adds Uber to growing roster of delivery partners
A leading U.S. grocer is rolling out on-demand delivery via Uber and Uber Eats across 1,200 stores.
The future of in-store shopping is immersive and aspirational
The U.S. retail industry is anticipating a strong 2021, and the NRF predicts sales growth of 6.5%-8.2% this year – the fastest since 2004.

Klarna gives select small retailers a big break

A global retail bank, payments and shopping service is suspending payment fees and providing free marketing to assist small-to-mid-sized businesses.
Exclusive Q&A: Fireworks retailer sees explosive e-commerce growth

Red Apple Fireworks celebrates online success during its busy July 4 season and all year long, with assistance from the BigCommerce e-commerce platform.
Giant Food accepts online federal benefit payments

A regional grocer is now accepting federal EBT SNAP payments for eligible items for online in-store pickup and curbside pickup orders.
Rebag offers instant gratification for resale

A digitally native handbag reseller is enabling customers to buy and sell items in a single, combined transaction.
Bed Bath & Beyond expands curbside pickup, same-day delivery options

Bed Bath & Beyond customers now have the option of picking up their online orders even before stores open.
Walmart brings automation to regional distribution centers

Walmart is applying artificial intelligence to the palletizing of products in its regional distribution centers.
Store-only credit cards in comeback — but retailers go to new payment preferences

Payments with private-label credit cards picked up after dropping sharply during the pandemic.
Tomorrow’s Supply Chain: Five steps to the future of fulfillment

COVID-19 has changed retail for good. As consumers adapted their lifestyles and spending habits to accommodate lockdown restrictions, e-commerce sales skyrocketed worldwide.