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Fulfillment Startup ShipBob Notches $40M In Series C Funding
September 07, 2018

To assist eCommerce merchants with the fulfillment process, ShipBob has notched $40 million in Series C funding. The raise comes on the heels of a $17.5 million in a Series B round in 2017 and $4 million in Series A the year before, according to...

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Retail Pulse: Allbirds Unveils Manhattan Flagship; Amazon Go Opens Third Store
September 07, 2018

Digitally native brands, especially those that sell tactile products like footwear, are seeing an offline opportunity in opening flagship stores in major cities. Shoe brand Allbirds, in particular, has brought a large retail space in New York City. Get the Full Story Complete the form...

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Publix: 88 Years In Grocery And Looking To Grow
September 07, 2018

Outside the southeastern United States, Publix is neither a household name, nor an everyday experience. A highly regional grocery store chain, it’s only known in the six states where it actually operates. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...

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The Challenge Of Culture And Compensation At Whole Foods, Post-Amazon Acquisition
September 07, 2018

Amazon’s acquisition of Whole Foods has led to higher sales, but changes at the grocer haven’t been well-received by some workers who have noted a shift in compensation and culture. In response, a group of workers reportedly sent an email to staff at nearly 500...

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How J.Crew Is Dipping Into Amazon’s Waters
September 06, 2018

Big brands have a complicated relationship with Amazon: The eCommerce retailer serves both as a potential competitor and as a retail partner that could open up new sales channels. Among others, J.Crew has joined the likes of Nike and Party City to become the latest...

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Nuro’s New Idea For Autonomous Delivery
September 06, 2018

Founded by two ex-Googlers, autonomous transportation firm Nuro has driven a road less traveled when figuring out how to properly create a vehicle that drives itself. For starters, Nuro isn’t built for passengers – its focus is on deliveries. And deliveries of a special kind:...

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Farmer’s Fridge Plans Expansion After Raising $30 Million
September 06, 2018

After raising $30 million in a Series C funding round, Farmer’s Fridge has its eyes on doubling its operation in 2019. The startup, which is based in Chicago, offers salads and other meals through vending machines, the Chicago Tribune reported. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...

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How Mobile Ordering Apps Are Moving Beyond Takeout And Delivery
September 06, 2018

Restaurants face a dilemma when it comes to mobile ordering: There are plenty of apps to serve takeout or delivery orders, but what about orders placed for dining in-house? Eat Again, among others, seeks to provide restaurants with an alternative platform for ordering and payments geared...

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Amazon Go Opens Third Convenience Store In Seattle
September 06, 2018

Just after opening a second Amazon Go store late last month, Amazon has brought a another cashierless convenience store to market. The new location is the company’s third store in both Seattle and the world, according to reports. Get the Full Story Complete the form to...