Taking charge of the supply chain’s last (and middle) mileRetailers are taking a more hands-on approach to routing products to stores and customer homes or businesses. Publix opens virtual convenience storefrontA regional Southeastern grocer is partnering with a well-known online delivery platform to make essential items available for fast delivery. Kroger pilots paid, two-tier loyalty program The Kroger Co. is offering a new paid subscription program called Boost by Kroger Plus in select markets. Crocs, ThredUp partner on resale program Crocs is supporting a commitment to become net zero by 2030 by helping customers clean out their closets. Ulta offers same-day delivery in six cities Ulta Beauty is partnering with a white-label fulfillment platform to provide same-day delivery service to online customers. American Eagle acquires robotic logistics firm for $350 million American Eagle Outfitters is continuing to transform its supply chain. Bed Bath & Beyond expands same-day delivery for baby and kids items Bed Bath & Beyond is continuing to offer customers more options for receiving same-day delivery of online orders. Walmart partners with Elton John in new exclusive eyewear brand Walmart is collaborating with a pop music icon to produce several eyewear collections that will only be available via Walmart and Sam’s Club. Dollar General opens fresh distribution center in Kentucky Dollar General is supporting its increased assortment of fresh food products with a new supply chain facility in Bowling Green, Ky. Abercrombie continues digital shift with same-day delivery Abercrombie & Fitch Co. is launching a same-day delivery service across its entire U.S. store fleet. Study: 98% of retailers having supply chain issues; will last beyond 2022 Retail executives are not counting on supply chain woes to ease anytime soon. Forrester: Five key retail trends for 2022 The biggest retail trends of 2022 will include tapping into the circular economy, using returns to retain customers and retail partnerships. First Previous 170 171 172 173 174 Next Last