Fulfillment Centers news and trends

Walgreens Reportedly Upping Use of Robot-Powered Pharmacies
Retail // May 12, 2025

Walgreens is reportedly increasing its use of robots to fill prescriptions for its retail locations. 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 our daily newsletter, PYMNTS...

How Amazon and Walmart Are Rewiring Retail’s Future With Robotics
Retail // May 09, 2025

Competition comes best in twos. Think Apple and Microsoft, Coke and Pepsi, McDonald’s and Burger King and many other famous pairings. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Seasonal Jobs Shift to Fulfillment Centers as Consumers Shop Online
Retail // December 24, 2024

Seasonal jobs are reportedly shifting from retail stores to eCommerce fulfillment centers as businesses respond to consumers’ changing holiday shopping habits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS content — no additional logins...

Robots Get Nimble New AI Brain for Tricky Warehouse Work
artificial intelligence // December 18, 2024

MIT researchers have developed an artificial intelligence system that could enable warehouse robots to deftly handle odd-shaped packages and navigate crowded spaces without endangering human workers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access to all PYMNTS...

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How Amazon and Walmart Are Rewiring Retail’s Future With Robotics

May 09, 2025
Competition comes best in twos. Think Apple and Microsoft, Coke and Pepsi, McDonald’s and Burger King and many other famous pairings. 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 our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing […]

Walmart and Amazon Streamline Staff in Cost-Cutting, Automation Efforts

September 01, 2023
Despite Walmart’s better-than-expected earnings results, Reuters reported earlier this week that the mega-retailer is asking 16,000 pharmacists nationwide to voluntarily cut hours in an effort to conserve margins. Get the...

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Walmart Testing Dark Stores to Provide Faster Delivery to Customers

June 24, 2025
Walmart is reportedly testing the use of dark stores to provide faster delivery to customers. 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 our daily newsletter, PYMNTS Today. By completing this form, you agree to receive […]

Walgreens Reportedly Upping Use of Robot-Powered Pharmacies

May 12, 2025
Walgreens is reportedly increasing its use of robots to fill prescriptions for its retail locations. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy unlimited free access...

Seasonal Jobs Shift to Fulfillment Centers as Consumers Shop Online

December 24, 2024
Seasonal jobs are reportedly shifting from retail stores to eCommerce fulfillment centers as businesses respond to consumers’ changing holiday shopping habits. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock...

Amazon Implementing AI Solution to Spot Damaged Items Before Shipping

May 31, 2023
Amazon is beginning to use artificial intelligence (AI) to spot damaged items before they are shipped to customers. Get the Full Story Complete the form to unlock this article and enjoy...