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Many journalists and analysts are speculating on how Walmart plans to use information gleaned from associate body cameras: “Taking a cue from aisle-scanning robots, could grocers use the...
READ MORESome are predicting that newly proposed tariffs could have a significant impact on the U.S. economy and its entire supply chain: “A 25% tariff imposed on parts and vehicles coming from Canada...
READ MORETrump’s proposed tariffs will pose challenges for retailers: “Unless the higher costs created by tariffs can be passed on to the customers, consumer products companies will need to...
READ MORESome analysts are speculating that auto sales may be the next area of competition for Walmart and Amazon: “While Walmart does sell and even buy cars through its Carsaver partnership, the...
READ MOREWalmart is making use of data to better serve communities with e-commerce delivery services: “The company has rolled out a new data-driven process for more precisely calibrating the delivery...
READ MOREUPS plans to increase its rates in the coming year: “Rate increases vary by package weight and shipping distance. For example, the base rate will jump by nearly 10% for a one-pound zone 2...
READ MOREWalmart honors suppliers from around the world that produce holiday decór and gifts: “Now, as both a parent and associate working in sourcing at the world’s largest retailer, I know so much...
READ MOREWalmart is testing body cameras in some stores out of concern for associate safety: “While some retailers are prioritizing theft prevention with the deployment of body cameras, a person close...
READ MOREIn response to consumer demand for foods that are higher in protein, General Mills has introduced a higher-protein version of Cheerios: “The cereal giant said the product is part of its effort...
READ MOREWalmart China is partnering with Meituan, a food delivery service, in hopes of growing Walmart’s e-commerce services: “The China unit of Walmart opens new tab said in a post on Wechat the...
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