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The Rise of Micro Markets in Airports

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The travel and tourism industry went through a shock in 2020, with the COVID-19 pandemic leading to a decrease in passenger traffic and significant economic challenges for airports. This, combined with workforce shortages, has caused airports to move more toward automation, with self-service check-in kiosks, baggage drops and mini stores.

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NYC Unveils Plan to Combat both Organized and Individual Retail Theft

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With the exception of 2020, the total number of shoplifting complaints across New York City’s five boroughs has increased every year since 2018 — although there are signs that this tide is turning in 2023.

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The Future of Retail and AI

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Prior to the pandemic, many grocery and CPG brands had started piloting AI-driven technology or autonomous features in stores. Some are testing delivery robots, others self-serve mobile kiosks, and some are simply retrofitting flagship, high-traffic locations with AI cameras and sensors.

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Amazon Rolls Out Sweeping Safety Initiative as it Aims to Become ‘Earth’s Safest Place to Work’

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WorkingWell pilots, along with other initiatives focused on MSD prevention, helped decrease MSD-related injuries by 32% from 2019 to 2020, according to the company. Amazon reports that approximately 40% of work-related injuries at the company are musculoskeletal disorders (MSD), which include sprains or strains caused by repetitive motions.

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Data Capital: The Competitive Weapon Most Retailers Have Yet To Fully Monetize

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Brands and traditional retailers have yet-untapped opportunity to create flexible digital advertising platforms that can accommodate voice-activated in-home devices, mobile apps, in-store kiosks, digital shelf and display signage. Follow The Leaders. Kroger and Walmart provide great examples to learn from. A Call To Action.