Retail

Retail is the process of selling consumer goods or services to customers through multiple channels of distribution to earn a profit. Retailers satisfy demand identified through a supply chain.

(source: en.wikipedia.org)

Instacart Adds Made-to-Order Features in Effort to Capture More Grocery Occasions
Instacart Adds Made-to-Order Features in Effort to Capture More Grocery Occasions
June 27, 2023  |  eCommerce

In its ongoing push to capture more of consumers’ grocery (and overall food) spending, Instacart is expanding its capabilities, most recently adding digital customization features...

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Inform Act Cracks Down on Organized Retail Theft
Inform Act Cracks Down on Organized Retail Theft
June 27, 2023  |  Retail

A new law aims to tackle organized retail theft and the trade of counterfeit and hazardous items on digital platforms. The Integrity, Notification and Fairness...

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Papa John’s Hires Nike Exec as CFO as Restaurants Learn From Retailers
Papa John’s Hires Nike Exec as CFO as Restaurants Learn From Retailers
June 27, 2023  |  eCommerce

Papa John’s is looking to learn from Nike’s omnichannel success with its new C-suite addition, tapping Nike North America’s chief financial officer to take over the same...

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The Barbie Phenomenon and Its Impact on Brands and Consumers
The Barbie Phenomenon and Its Impact on Brands and Consumers
June 27, 2023  |  News

“Barbie” is everywhere. It has taken over retail marketing. Everywhere you look there’s a new collaboration, from fast fashion to food and beverage to department...

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Personalized Skincare Puts a Fresh Face on Heyday’s Subscription Model
Personalized Skincare Puts a Fresh Face on Heyday’s Subscription Model
June 27, 2023  |  Retail

If TikTok told you to rotate your skincare products biweekly, you probably started to rotate your skincare regimen. Or you know someone who did. But...

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Best Buy Begins Offering Tiered Memberships
Best Buy Begins Offering Tiered Memberships
June 27, 2023  |  Retail

Best Buy has officially launched its new three-tiered membership program to entice cost-conscious shoppers. Beginning Tuesday (June 27), customers can take part in one of...

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Kering Acquires Luxury Fragrance House Creed 
Kering Acquires Luxury Fragrance House Creed 
June 26, 2023  |  Retail

Kering, the French luxury brand, said Monday it has acquired Creed, the high-end niche fragrance house. Prior to this acquisition, Creed was under the ownership...

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Blue Apron CEO: Meal Kits Now Prioritize Long-Term Profitability Over Immediate Growth
Blue Apron CEO: Meal Kits Now Prioritize Long-Term Profitability Over Immediate Growth
June 26, 2023  |  Retail

As meal kit providers look to weather the challenges of inflation, many have been forced to rethink their business models. Blue Apron CEO Linda Findley...

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Onramp Integrates eCommerce Lending Platform With Walmart Marketplace
Onramp Integrates eCommerce Lending Platform With Walmart Marketplace
June 26, 2023  |  eCommerce

Onramp is now offering financing solutions to eCommerce sellers on Walmart Marketplace. The eCommerce lending platform’s integration with the marketplace enables it to offer growth...

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