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Panera Eyes Delivery Opportunity With Dinner
June 19, 2019

In an effort that could bring delivery opportunities, Panera Bread has been experimenting with a menu for dinner at a Jacksonville, Florida restaurant. The quick-service restaurant (QSR) is extending the test in July to nine Lexington, Kentucky locations, CNBC reported. The report noted that dinner...

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Google Launches AR Beauty Try-On
June 19, 2019

Google has announced the launch of AR Beauty Try-On, which allows viewers to virtually try on makeup while following tips, product reviews and more from YouTube creators. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all...

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Albertsons Implements Toshiba’s Self-Checkout Systems
June 19, 2019

Albertsons has announced that it is implementing Toshiba Global Commerce Solutions’ self-checkout systems to speed up checkout times and improve operational throughput while reducing shopper interventions. “We are empowering our consumers to curate their in-store shopping experiences based on their needs and desires,” Anuj Dhanda,...

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PwC’s Xero Accounting Partnership Goes Global
June 19, 2019

Corporate audit and accounting company PwC is expanding its existing collaboration with small business cloud accounting company Xero. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins required. yesSubscribe to...

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 Blockchain Rx For Drug Supply Chains
June 19, 2019

It wasn’t all about Libra, the new cryptocurrency backed by social media and financial heavyweights and underpinned by blockchain.  Announcements tied to DLT also spanned pharmaceutical supply chain pilots and retail settings, too.

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Aprio Integrates Jirav Data Analytics For SMB Accounting
June 19, 2019

Aprio Cloud and Jirav are teaming up to develop small business accounting solutions aimed at providing real-time data visibility to small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs) and their advisors. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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HSBC Taps Tokenization For Accounts Receivable Tool
June 19, 2019

HSBC is rolling out its digital accounts receivable solution for corporates in India after teaming up with Australia-based Identitii, reports in IT Wire said on Tuesday (June 18). Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to...

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RBS Chooses Leader For SMB Digital Bank Mettle
June 19, 2019

Royal Bank of Scotland (RBS) is pressing forward with its digital-first bank, targeting small and medium-sized businesses (SMBs), and reports have said the financial institution (FI) has chosen a leader for that initiative. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and...

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Strategic Procurement Casts A Wider Data-Capture Net
June 19, 2019

B2B FinTech has made leaps and bounds in the world of procurement, enabling large enterprises to automate a significant portion of their purchasing processes. Strategic sourcing, data integrations with ERP and accounting platforms, digital catalogues, spend analytics and other technologies are tackling a historically paper-ridden,...