J.C. Penney expands curbside pickupThe struggling department store retailer is bringing its “Style on the go” omnichannel shopping program to more stores. Amazon in big buy of Mercedes-Benz electric delivery vansAmazon’s European delivery fleet will have reduced emissions and increased style. Three hot retail tech trends from the summer of ‘new normal’ As summer 2020 draws to a close, it is time to look back on how COVID-19 helped shape some key developments in retail technology. Dunkin’, Circle K, White Castle pilot frictionless Mastercard tech Two quick-service retailers and a c-store chain will test a frictionless, AI-based payment and drive-thru technology from Mastercard. Sally Beauty integrates credit card program with rewards Sally Beauty Holdings’ first-ever credit card offering includes extra perks for members of its loyalty program. Midwest grocer supports e-commerce with Instacart Enterprise Heinen’s is relaunching its e-commerce program with help from Instacart. UPS subsidiary integrates with Google Shopping On-demand fulfillment platform Ware2Go will supply real-time inventory information to advertisers on Google Shopping. Starbucks fuels employee voting opportunity Starbucks employees will not have to choose between working a shift and voting in the upcoming election. First Look: Amazon debuts new high-tech grocery store The future of brick-and-mortar grocery may be here, with the name Amazon Fresh. Grocery’s crystal ball: AI-driven forecasting Accurate demand forecasting in grocery has never been more critical. First Previous 365 366 367 368 369 Next Last