Big Lots’ April comp sales positive; doing employee health screenings via appBig Lots Inc. said it continues to exceed its sales expectations as its stores remain open during the COVID-19 pandemic. CSA Exclusive: The new retail reality hinges on AIRetailers need to move beyond “considering” artificial intelligence (AI) in their enterprise to integrating it as an essential business tool. Kroger requires workers to wear masks; to pilot COVID-19 testing for employees The Kroger Co. continues to add new measures to protect its customers and employees amid the COVID-19 pandemic. Target seeing ‘record-setting’ digital growth; extends wage hike until May 30 Target Corp.’s comparable online sales in April are up by more than 275% as Americans hunker down at home. Instacart to hire 250,000 new shoppers; adds new safety measures Instacart is responding to a continuing demand surge with new hires and extra steps to increase the safety and income of its shoppers. Retailers connect employees, customers with Google Meet Shopify and Schnucks are leveraging cloud-based teleconferencing technology to maintain customer service levels during the COVID-19 pandemic. Kirkland’s reduces corporate, DC headcount; negotiating with landlords Kirkland’s is making permanent job cuts and is in discussions with landlords to defer or waive rent while its stores remain closed amid the COVID-19 pandemic. GameStop talks store reopenings Game Stop Corp. is instituting pay cuts amid the COVID-19 pandemic. It's also looking to open stores in select markets. Coach parent in new moves to deal with COVID-19 — with more streamlining to come Tapestry Inc. announced layoffs, corporate pay cuts and possible furloughs as part of new efforts to mitigate the impact of COVID-19 on its business. Walmart makes face masks mandatory Walmart Inc. is now requiring that its approximately 1.5 million U.S. employees wear masks or other face coverings while on the job. First Previous 88 89 90 91 92 Next Last