Amazon’s Werner Vogels predicts positive tech trends for 2025Dr. Werner Vogels, CTO of Amazon.com Inc., is looking toward a year where companies, workers and consumers all leverage technology to make the world better. Study: 38% of retail injuries happen first year on the jobYouth offers no defense against on-the-job injuries in the retail workplace. Amazon lets customers show holiday appreciation to drivers Amazon shoppers have a way to demonstrate their gratitude to the drivers delivering their holiday purchases. Washington, D.C. sues Amazon for alleged delivery discrimination Amazon is accused of purposely offering slower delivery in certain neighborhoods of the nation’s capital. Starbucks HR processes reportedly disrupted by Blue Yonder breach A ransomware attack on one of its software vendors has reportedly caused issues for Starbucks’ scheduling and shift-tracking activities. Federal Block of Overtime Rule: What employers need to know A recent court ruling has changed the threshold for overtime pay. Gen Z employees say 'lazy,' 'unprofessional' stereotypes hurt career growth A majority of Gen Z employees feel that preconceptions about their generation are negatively impacting their careers. Marks & Spencer boosts store productivity with devices, software A British apparel and food giant is focusing on store operations via an expanded hosted IT services contract with Diebold Nixdorf that will last an additional four years. Restaurant sector adding jobs despite hiring, retention challenges The restaurant industry grew by more than 1.7% in 2024, with quick-serve chains adding more jobs than other sectors. Loss prevention efforts pose issues for shoppers, associates Retailers' efforts to combat in-store theft and crime may have unintended consequences. 1 2 3 4 5 Next Last
