NRF to Biden: Please fix the supply chainThe National Retail Federation is formally asking the Biden administration to address U.S. port congestion challenges. FedEx takes Amazon competition to autonomous deliveryIn a move that was probably inevitable, FedEx is launching a three-year pilot of self-driving delivery vehicles. Plan B during high demand - How to use back orders in drop-shipping Conventional wisdom has long told drop-shippers and e-commerce retailers to avoid backorders because of how demanding online shoppers are. Instacart expands into new province, language On-demand delivery platform Instacart is opening up in Quebec, with localized experiences that are fully accessible in French. Walgreens enters full-fledged delivery partnership with Uber Walgreens is expanding its collaboration with Uber to offer products directly on the Uber Eats platform to customers across the U.S. DoorDash ‘goes to the dogs’ in partnership with PetSmart A leading specialty pet retailer is further expanding the reach of DoorDash into the pet supply vertical. Winning the last mile In today’s on-demand world, there is a rise in consumer expectations to receive goods and services almost immediately. Amazon applies artificial intelligence to worker safety Amazon is testing a variety of robotic and smart technology solutions designed to create a safer workplace. Supply chains struggle to keep up; problems likely to persist Retail supply chains are working overtime to keep up as consumers return to normal shopping patterns amid increased vaccination rates. Kroger brings next-gen fulfillment center to Florida The Kroger Co. is moving forward with its leading-edge automated warehouse concept known as a customer fulfillment center. First Previous 136 137 138 139 140 Next Last