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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 -
Trendline
Digital innovation and technology trends in retail
Generative AI and TikTok Shop have replaced the metaverse and NFTs as the hot topics of the day — here’s a look at how brands are using them.
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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 -
RILA lays out climate priorities for retailers
The trade group is looking for ways to collaborate with policymakers on the environment as both companies and consumers scrutinize impacts.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 21, 2021 -
Nearly a third of small retailers still can't pay their rent
More than half of minority-owned small businesses couldn't cover April rent, but these are improvements from March's highs, referral network Alignable found.
By Daphne Howland • April 21, 2021 -
Kohl's Tommy Hilfiger partnership is another blow to Macy's, malls
The retailer has amassed an impressive roster of brands that are otherwise fleeing department stores.
By Daphne Howland • April 20, 2021 -
Lululemon to launch resale program for 'like new' products
The initiative will start in just two markets, California and Texas, and comes about a week after Nike launched its footwear refurbishment program.
By Cara Salpini • April 20, 2021 -
Opinion
Retailers: It's time to move beyond outdated business models
Pay attention to these five areas as you plan for the future, writes Kaufman Rossin's N.K. "Trip" Tripathy.
By N.K. "Trip" Tripathy • April 20, 2021 -
Athleta to move into Canada
Gap Inc.'s activewear company is moving into the home turf of perhaps its most formidable rival, Lululemon.
By Daphne Howland • April 20, 2021 -
Camping World brings on Ulta, Walmart vets
The retailer hired Elizabeth Garry and Jessica Wegner to focus on omnichannel growth and manage customer acquisition and retention, respectively.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 20, 2021 -
Game over for GameStop CEO
As gaming shifts to streaming, George Sherman's exit after two years as chief executive continues a leadership shakeup at the beleaguered retailer.
By Daphne Howland • April 19, 2021 -
Don't make it free, don't make it easy: How retailers can support sustainable returns
Consumers returned $428 billion in merchandise last year. Retailers need to change systems for the sake of the environment and the bottom line.
By Kaarin Moore • April 19, 2021 -
Walmart invests in autonomous vehicle startup Cruise
The venture will help the retailer's goals of developing a last-mile delivery system that's fast, low-cost and scalable.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 16, 2021 -
Tapestry sticking with Coach CEO
Todd Kahn took the role on an interim basis amid last year's leadership turmoil and, with 13 years at the company, represents stability.
By Daphne Howland • April 16, 2021 -
Closures, banner divestitures send Bed Bath & Beyond net sales down 16% in Q4
But COO John Hartmann tells Retail Dive he remains confident in the strides the retailer has made in its three-year transformation plan.
By Caroline Jansen • April 15, 2021 -
GreyOrange, Tompkins Robotics team up on 'zero walk' fulfillment
As retail companies try to keep up with rising e-commerce sales and increased operations, many are investing heavily in automation.
By Matt Leonard • April 15, 2021 -
Target tests new method to deliver packages faster
The retailer is running trials on its Shipt delivery capabilities in its recently opened Minneapolis sortation center.
By Maria Monteros • April 15, 2021 -
Opinion
The shift to the suburbs predates COVID-19. Did retailers miss the signs?
As suburban populations grew over the past decade, retailers consistently ignored the trend in favor of cities, writes Euromonitor International's Bob Hoyler.
By Bob Hoyler • April 15, 2021 -
Amazon's Jeff Bezos: 'We need a better vision for our employees' success'
In his final letter to shareholders as chief, the executive acknowledged a recent unionization effort and outlined a broad vision for creating value.
By Ben Unglesbee • April 15, 2021 -
More retailer mobile apps offer PayPal than Apple Pay: report
Incognia's study also found that Sephora, Lowe's and Home Depot had the lowest in-app checkout friction for delivery purchases.
By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 15, 2021