Imports set new record as retailers stock up early for holidaysImports reached an all-time high in August as sales began to recover from the pandemic and retailers replenished inventories and stocked up early for the holiday season. Sam’s Club shipping from stores, hiring in supply chain for holidaysSam’s Club’s holiday plans include having store associates fulfill online orders and adding 2,000 full-time employees. Gartner: Digital, trade, sustainability trends impact supply chain Supply chains are in the middle of an evolution that will change how chief supply chain officers (CSCOs) operate, according to Gartner. Amazon hitting the road with 10,000 electric delivery vehicles in 2022 Amazon is officially unveiling its long-awaited custom electric delivery vehicles. Staples stores will take online returns – even from other retailers Staples is joining the contactless Express Returns network. Students can ditch checkout at Univ. of Houston campus store A new convenience store on the University of Houston campus offers a real-world education in cashierless shopping. Dick’s Sporting Goods ups holiday hiring to keep up with online demand Dick’s Sporting Goods is expecting a busy online holiday season. Lowe’s spending $100 million for another pandemic bonus for workers Lowe’s Companies continues to reward its workers amid the pandemic. Shipt delivers holiday hiring spree A Target-owned online delivery service seeks to add temporary employees across all of its markets to meet holiday demand. Korn Ferry: Many retailers having trouble finding seasonal employees Amid still-high unemployment, not all retailers are having an easy time attracting holiday workers. First Previous 485 486 487 488 489 Next Last
