Exotec’s Arthur Bellamy: Why warehouse automation is retail’s future
“The warehouse is no longer just the back end of retail. It is the beating heart of modern commerce. And automation is the only way to keep pace with what shoppers expect today.”
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Exotec and E80 Group Partner on end-to-end warehouse automation
The joint solution is designed to meet the growing need for warehouses to consolidate e-commerce, retail, and wholesale operations within fewer facilities.
Market Basket board fires CEO Arthur T. Demoulas
“Despite extensive efforts by the Board and Demoulas to come to terms, the mediation was not successful.”
CHPA honors Dr. Greg Collier with 2025 Career Achievement Award
“Dr. Collier’s decades of dedication, vision, and leadership embody the spirit of this award,” said CHPA President and CEO Scott Melville.
Wegmans tops Fortune Magazine's Best Workplaces in Retail list
This is the 10th consecutive year that Wegmans has ranked No. 1 on the list.
Deloitte forecasts slower holiday retail sales growth in 2025
E-commerce is expected to be a bright spot, with sales totaling between $305 billion and $310.7 billion, up 7% to 9%.
Import outlook turns negative for holiday season
“The trade outlook for the final months of the year is not optimistic.”
Swipe fees cost households $1,800 a year
Merchants paid a record $236.4 billion in card swipe fees last year. Retailers warn that these costs, now second only to labor, are increasing consumer prices.
FMI comments on FDA’s proposed extension of the food traceability compliance date
The association encouraged the agency to adopt changes to the rule to ensure efficient implementation.
Walmart to open first branded stores in South Africa
“We’re thrilled to begin this journey introducing the iconic Walmart brand to South African associates, customers and communities.”
Hy-Vee RedMedia launches sponsored product ads with Instacart Carrot Ads
Display ads set to follow later this year, expanding CPG brand opportunities online.
BLS revision erases nearly 1 million jobs
The adjustment size and rising layoffs in retail and other sectors imply the labor market may be losing momentum faster than government stats initially showed.
Walgreens gets the party started with a broader range of celebration essentials
Broader assortment of party supplies now available nationwide in-store, online, with fast pickup or delivery.
Sam’s Club maps out growth with new stores and digital push
With 600 clubs and $90 billion in sales, Sam’s Club is investing in convenience, private-label expansion and new fulfillment capabilities to stay ahead of competitors.
Retailers urge permanent ban on SNAP EBT fees
More than 1,000 retailers and trade groups are warning that new fees could drive up food costs and push stores out of the SNAP program.
Dollar Tree and Dollar General still have room to grow
Despite years of aggressive growth, both dollar chains remain far from saturated.