Retail: Page 13

  • Walgreens signage is seen at a store on Court Street on January 05, 2023 in the Brooklyn Heights neighborhood of the Brooklyn borough in New York City.
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    Walgreens expands use of automated pharmacy fulfillment centers

    The addition moves the chain closer to its goal of building 22 facilities, helping to eliminate repetitive tasks for pharmacists.

    By • Jan. 10, 2023
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    "Hydro Flask" by Tony Webster is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Hydro Flask owner sees reduced orders amid inventory glut

     Helen of Troy, which also owns Drybar and Vicks, said it would cut its global workforce by 10%.

    By Dani James • Jan. 6, 2023
  • DroneUp flight engineers prepare a delivery drone to deliver a Walmart package.
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    Walmart made over 6,000 drone deliveries in 2022

    While the retailer seeks to eventually deliver 1 million packages by drone annually, an executive said it's encouraged by the initial response.

    By • Jan. 6, 2023
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    DoorDash launches package pickup service

    The service's rollout comes in the midst of the busy post-holiday returns season.

    By • Jan. 6, 2023
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    Joann’s $200M cost reduction plan relies on falling ocean rates

    The craft retailer has endured tens of millions of dollars in excess freight expenses throughout the pandemic.

    By • Jan. 4, 2023
  • Neon Sign, American Eagle Outfitters Easton Towne Center, Columbus, Ohio
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    American Eagle’s logistics arm accelerates fulfillment center openings with JLL partnership

    Quiet Platforms says the partnership will expand shipper access to same-day and next-day service.

    By • Jan. 4, 2023
  • Container port with thousands of stacked containers in background, with cranes and containers on a ship in the forefront.
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    Retailers clear inventory, automate in pursuit of supply chain normalcy

    Ongoing promotional environments and cargo diversions are just a few of 2022’s most notable supply chain trends.

    By • Dec. 29, 2022
  • A DroneUp pilot overseeing drone delivery at Walmart store
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    Walmart drone delivery service launches in Arizona, Florida and Texas

    The offering with DroneUp is part of a wider plan to offer the same-day option in six states by the end of this year.

    By • Dec. 16, 2022
  • Costco truck is seen in front of a garage with the word "Receiving" above
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    Costco slows chartered ship use as supply chain congestion eases

    The retailer took a $93 million charge so it could downsize its shipping activities after controlling delivery on 50,000 containers during the ocean crunch.

    By , • Dec. 14, 2022
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    Chewy leverages automated fulfillment to lower shipping costs

    Automated facilities have lowered expenses by as much as 20% compared to the retailer's legacy network.  

    By • Dec. 13, 2022
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    Walmart has big plans to expand automated fulfillment

    Retrofitting facilities and building high-tech distribution centers are key components to the retail giant's omnichannel strategy, CEO Doug McMillon said.

    By Catherine Douglas Moran • Dec. 13, 2022
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    Victoria’s Secret moves freight from air to ocean in bid to save costs

    Executives said normalizing freight rates and improved supply chain flow have allowed the retailer to put goods back on boats, a strategy it expects will help save costs through next spring.

    By • Dec. 8, 2022
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    Gap says in-transit inventory levels are ‘easing’

    The clothing retailer has taken several measures to rightsize its inventory, with plans to continue its efforts into the new year.

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
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    Dollar General takes $40M hit from delays in temporary warehouse openings

    The company had to use suboptimal distribution networks and pay more in fees due to slowdowns in returning shipping containers. 

    By • Dec. 6, 2022
  • Branches with small buds jutting from the right point toward a blue Gap sign with white lettering, mounted on a beige stone building.
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    Gap reaps benefits from lower air freight rates

    Retailers are growing more optimistic about freight-related tailwinds as rates become more favorable heading into the new year.

    By • Dec. 5, 2022
  • A delivery person hands a Walgreens order to a person at their home.
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    Walgreens launches 24-hour same day delivery

    The pharmacy chain has enlisted multiple delivery platforms to carry out its same-day deliveries in recent years.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 5, 2022
  • An Uber Eats order is handed to an end customer.
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    Uber expands access to same-day delivery for independent retailers

    The deal with National Retail Solutions levels the playing field for thousands of businesses competing in the on-demand delivery era.

    By • Dec. 2, 2022
  • A red Burlington storefront says "ladies, mens, kids, baby, home, coats," as clouds billow overhead in a bright blue sky.
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    Burlington navigates higher sourcing costs after ‘desirable’ closeout buys

    Product sourcing costs grew 13% from the previous quarter as the off-price retailer took advantage of excess supply.

    By • Dec. 1, 2022
  • Foot Locker's distribution center in Reno, Nevada.
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    Foot Locker opens $40M Nevada distribution center for West Coast

    The facility will serve more than 300 stores and cut shipping times in the region by more than 50%.

    By • Nov. 29, 2022
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    Warehouse construction pipeline reaches record high as demand slows

    An increase in construction comes as consumer trends shift.

    By Sebastian Obando • Nov. 28, 2022
  • Exterior of new large format Target store featuring Drive Up service
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    Target adds larger store format with focus on fulfillment and e-commerce

    The concept is 20,000 square feet larger than the company average, with more space for pickup services, fulfillment and merchandise.

    By • Nov. 22, 2022
  • The Macy's logo is seen above a display of clothing for sale
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    Macy’s establishes mini distribution centers at 35 stores

    The conversions, totaling around 1 million square feet of space, give the retailer a closer delivery presence to customers.

    By • Nov. 22, 2022
  • Lowe's storefront
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    Lowe’s expands use of market delivery model for large products

    The home improvement retailer has converted eight regions, covering more than half of its stores, to the new approach.

    By • Nov. 22, 2022
  • A sign is posted in front of a Walmart store on November 16, 2021 in American Canyon, California.
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    Walmart’s inventory glut recedes

    Markdowns and canceled orders helped the retail giant trim excess inventory by a third in Q3.

    By • Nov. 16, 2022
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    Party City taps new COO to optimize supply chain

    The leadership change comes as the party goods retailer targets $30 million in cost cuts.

    By • Nov. 14, 2022