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Target CEO to Remain in Leadership Role as Company Eliminates Retirement Policy

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Since joining Target in 2014, Brian has worked to transform Target into an omnichannel leader by driving a guest-centric, purpose-driven strategy.”. Valdez will be succeeded by Gretchen McCarthy, SVP of Global Inventory Management, effective immediately.

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Class action probe over Lovisa’s treatment of staff

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This includes team members, senior stylists, assistant store managers, store managers, inventory managers and any other in-store employees,” said the firm. “We “We are investigating the underpayments on behalf of casual, part-time and full-time employees of Lovisa.

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From Barcodes to Bytes: Retailers Prepare for Next-Generation UPC

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Another UPC alternative, RFID, which first made waves in retail 10+ years ago, has also had a slower adoption, largely because of cost and implementation hurdles, despite its having similar benefits, specifically to track and manage inventory and enabling checkout-less “just walk out” transactions.

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The Global Reach and Sustainable Impact of Green RFID Technology

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In this way, RFID technology can allow retailers to manage their inventory better and ensure that resources are only being used for products that sell. He began his career in the industry right after receiving his business degree from Seton Hall University in 2014.

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Guarding the Retail Fortress: Cybersecurity Challenges and Network Interruption Risks

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The Evolving Threat Landscape Retailers increasingly rely on digital platforms for sales, inventory management and customer engagement. In 2014, cybercriminals used a third-party vendor’s credentials to enter Home Depot’s network and deployed malware on the self-checkout systems to steal customer information.

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How RFID Powers Retail: Past, Present and Future

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In fact, according to a recent Accenture study , 92% of the 50 North American retailers surveyed said they are either piloting RFID or have reached full adoption, up from 34% in 2014. The lack of digitization in the supply chain coupled with unpredictable demand makes inventory management chaotic at best.

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How Data and Tech Power Jewelry Brand Pandora’s Mission to ‘Give a Voice to People’s Loves’

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Turning Customers into Brand Ambassadors (Source: Pandora) After more than 30 years operating in brick-and-mortar, Pandora began to debut online in markets around the world in 2014.

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