Office Depot improves store labor efficiencyOffice Depot is leveraging mobile technology to enhance store associate performance and scheduling. Retail employment in December reaches highest level since 2019U.S. retailers staffed up in December, adding to an already robut workforce. Neiman Marcus Group reaches sustainable milestones early Neiman Marcus Group is a year ahead of schedule on several environmental, sustainability and governance (ESG) goals. Amazon lays off workers from Prime Video, MGM Studios, Twitch Amazon is cutting jobs related to its streaming and theatrical film efforts. Minimum wage increases go into effect in these 22 states The new year brought with it minimum wage increases in more than 20 states — with more to come later in the year. McDonald’s expands initiative to deploy generative AI, leading-edge tech McDonald’s Corp. is partnering with a global consulting firm to transform operations with next-generation technology. 2023: The year generative AI broke in retail Generative artificial intelligence (AI) dominated the retail technology landscape in 2023. Hiring Beyond the Holiday Hustle–Embracing Total Workforce Management The holiday season is already here. Hiring Update: Retail transportation/warehouse jobs fall 21% in November Retailers remained cautious in November about seasonal hiring, particularly in transportation/warehousing areas. Making AI and data strategies work together in 2024 Artificial intelligence has been around for decades, but with the launch of ChatGPT last year, generative AI has become a tool that is impacting nearly every business. First Previous 13 14 15 16 17 Next Last