Instacart expands SNAP, health initiativesInstacart is increasing its efforts to accept federal benefit payments and promote food as medicine. Retailers, restaurants look to grow, leverage technology in 2024Despite increased costs and labor challenges, retailers and restaurateurs alike are looking to expand their businesses in 2024. EY: Nearly all retail, CPG companies experimenting with generative AI A new study confirms the ubiquitous presence of generative AI in retail and CPG companies’ technology plans — and investments. EXCLUSIVE: ThriftBooks automates operations with proprietary AI ThriftBooks is using its own artificial intelligence (AI) platform to streamline CRM and inventory management activities. GameStop connects company-wide workforce with digital platform GameStop is creating operational transparency for store associates, corporate managers and help desk personnel. Amazon Mexico offers buy now, pay later option Shoppers on the Amazon Mexico e-commerce site can now split their payments into installments. How Taylor Swift drives fan shopping behavior A new survey indicates that Taylor Swift has substantial influence on how and why “Swifties” make purchases. Costco, H-E-B, Publix tops in customer satisfaction Overall customer satisfaction in the retail sector is on the rise. Walmart to offer virtual optical try-on Walmart Inc. will soon roll out a new augmented reality (AR)-enhanced shopping experience for eyewear customers. Survey: In AI age, upskilling matters to employees With artificial intelligence (AI) and other technologies becoming more prevalent, employees are seeking more perks related to upskilling from their employers. First Previous 307 308 309 310 311 Next Last