OPERATIONS / SUPPLY CHAIN

With all its stores temporarily closed, Stage Stores has furloughed virtually its entire workforce in response to the COVID-19 crisis.

Build-A-Bear Workshop furloughed the majority of its workforce, with the employees receiving benefits but not “direct compensation,” effective March 29.

Walgreens has expanded drive-thru shopping in an effort to promote social distancing amid the COVID-19 crisis. 

The Kroger Company is doubling down on its hiring efforts.

Rent-A-Center is altering how it fulfills online orders and limiting in-store shoppers.

A closer look at the recent Chain Store Age COVID-19 survey reveals some very specific areas where the pandemic is disrupting operations.

Walmart is answering the call to socially distance by offering no contact services for in-store payment, pickup and delivery options. 

Hundreds of grocery retailers across the country are partnering with DoorDash to make on-demand delivery more accessible to senior citizens nationwide.