Amazon poised to overtake Walmart as largest retailer by 2025: report

As e-commerce keeps up a blistering pace, the online specialist with its vast marketplace is forecast to exceed more than $630 billion in U.S. sales.

By Ben Unglesbee • May 3, 2021

Anticipating retailers' needs: How FedEx Office helps customers manage through change

When the pandemic hit, retailers had only a few days to react in order to get critical signs for their stores. Read about the lessons learned and plans for the future.

May 3, 2021

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The state of loss prevention in retail

The types of losses attributed to retail theft has become more apparent — as is the need for more in-depth reporting and prevention strategies. 

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The coming retail renaissance

To excel, retailers must look to new technologies to enliven experiences and compete for the future beyond the pandemic, beyond shiny objects and act now to survive and thrive. 

By Brian Solis, Lumen • May 3, 2021

Columbia Sportswear hires SVP of omni-planning and fulfillment

Emily Rompala will lead the global omni-planning team in a newly created role, as the retailer invests in digital and DTC.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 30, 2021

Best Buy COO steps down following banner 2020

After 17 change-packed years at the electronics retailer, Mike Mohan is leaving the company and won't be replaced. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 30, 2021

Amazon marketplace dominates in blockbuster Q1

The e-commerce giant said that Prime Day will be early this year, taking place at some point in the current quarter.

By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2021

Tapestry names VF Corp veteran as CFO

Scott Roe, who recently left VF Corp after 25 years, will take the post as the luxury conglomerate continues to firm up its C-suite.

By Daphne Howland • April 30, 2021

Retail organizations sue Fed over debit law enforcement

Two North Dakota retail associations allege in a new federal lawsuit the Fed hasn't properly fulfilled its duty to determine "reasonable" debit card processing fees under a 2010 law.

By Lynne Marek • April 30, 2021

Good news on vaccines, economy drives a sunnier view of retail at Moody's

Profits will likely spike as pandemic pressure eases, with apparel and off-price players gaining the most. But a return to normal could also have a downside. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 29, 2021

Amazon to raise wages for more than 500K workers

The news comes amid a report that the National Labor Relations Board ruled a union's evidence could overturn the failed vote at the company's Bessemer, Alabama, warehouse.

By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2021

Algorithms vs. humans: Who’s better at predicting fashion trends?

These days data is plentiful, useful and fast. But some in the industry warn that old fashioned merchants are undervalued at a crucial time.

By Daphne Howland • April 29, 2021

Best Buy facility obtains zero waste certification

The retailer's Chino, California, logistics center diverted over 99.67% of its solid waste from landfills in the past year. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 29, 2021

VF Corp strikes deal to sell 9 workwear labels

The apparel conglomerate put a "for sale" sign on its workwear segment last year, part of a years-long effort to forge a more retail-centric portfolio.

By Daphne Howland • April 28, 2021

Gap to launch eyewear collection next year

A tie-up with Italian optical manufacturer De Rigo is the first deal inked under the brand's licensing agreement with IMG.

By Daphne Howland • Updated April 27, 2021

Gopuff hires Amazon's VP of global logistics

Tim Collins, who spent more than 20 years at the e-tailer, will become Gopuff's senior vice president of operations and oversee its supply chain, customer service, real estate and launch teams.

By Jeff Wells • April 27, 2021

S&P turns positive on Macy's as apparel, economy gain steam

Vaccines and stimulus are driving sales increases across the industry, and the battered department store sector's largest player stands to gain. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 27, 2021

Amazon's in-garage grocery delivery expands nationwide

After launching in five cities last November, the service is coming to all of the markets where Amazon Fresh and Whole Foods deliver.

By Catherine Douglas Moran , Jeff Wells • April 27, 2021

Tractor Supply continues to win over rural America in Q1

The retailer is benefiting from factors both in and out of its control, including the migration of millennials to the suburbs.

By Daphne Howland • April 26, 2021

How the pandemic changed retail supply chains

As the global health crisis sent e-commerce orders surging, retailers scrambled to adapt their operations to serve a more digital era.

By Cara Salpini • April 26, 2021

Square unveils inventory management features

The pandemic has been especially disruptive to inventory management — for small and large companies alike. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 23, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond revamps supply chain with a tech stack and 4 warehouses

Regional distribution centers are the first step in cutting down store replenishment time from 35 days to under 10 days, the COO said.

By Shefali Kapadia • April 23, 2021

VF Corp names new CFO

The company also announced the appointment of Kristin Harrer, former marketing exec of Dollar Shave Club, as Vans' global chief marketing officer.

By Kaarin Moore • April 22, 2021

Florida is the latest state to create e-commerce tax

After the Supreme Court opened the door for online sales tax collection, most states have passed laws that do just that. 

By Ben Unglesbee • April 22, 2021

Away co-founder Jen Rubio takes over as CEO

From co-founder Steph Korey to Lululemon exec Stuart Haselden, the CEO torch has now been passed to Rubio as the brand preps for a travel comeback.

By Cara Salpini • April 22, 2021

Allbirds, Reformation join largest class of Climate Neutral Certified companies

As retailers look for ways to reduce their carbon footprints, 330 companies will be certified this year, including 52 fashion and apparel brands.

By Cara Salpini • April 22, 2021