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Tyson Foods Faces Boycott After Report Claims Company Plans To Hire Asylum Seekers

Retail Wire

Tyson Foods, the well-known food processing company, finds itself in hot water as calls for a boycott surge due to allegations of planning to employ migrants at its factories.

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Exclusive: Google Debuts New Retail Media Solution with Lowe’s as First Beta Tester

Retail TouchPoints

Google wants a bigger piece of the traffic driven by retail media advertising. To start getting it, the tech company has launched a new offsite retail media solution in closed beta. Lowe’s has signed on to be one of the first retailers to test the solution for what will be the first offsite retail media offering from Lowe’s One Roof retail media network on Google Search and Shopping inventory, according to a blog post that will be published today, which Retail TouchPoints reviewed in advance.

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JOANN Files for Bankruptcy Due to Drop in Consumer Spending

Retail Wire

Due to a steep drop in discretionary spending by customers, JOANN, the 81-year-old fabric and craft retailer based in Ohio, has filed for bankruptcy.

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Planning to Prevent Workplace Violence in Retail

Retail TouchPoints

A 2022 U.S. government study found an annual average of 1.3 million nonfatal workplace violence incidents between 2015 and 2019. This is a rate of eight nonfatal violent crimes per 1,000 workers aged 16 or older. In addition to the safety risk to employees and customers alike, workplace violence incidents are costly to retailers. The National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health estimates that workplace violence costs employers more than $120 billion annually in claims, litigation, added

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Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud

Unlock agility, boost performance, and gain control over your Salesforce frontend with the latest masterclass from Composable.com : Modernizing the Frontend Experience on Salesforce Commerce Cloud Featuring experts from Algolia, Ember, Netlify, and Stripe, this masterclass focuses on practical strategies for optimizing your Salesforce Commerce Cloud storefronts using modern composable commerce integrations.

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Walmart Self-Checkout Experiment Sparks Controversy

Retail Wire

Walmart self-checkout lanes are possibly being reserved for select customers like Walmart+ subscribers and delivery drivers as part of an experimental phase where different methods are being tested.

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Rntr launches repair service, signs first fashion label partner

Inside Retail

Rntr has partnered with Australian fashion retailer Shona Joy to launch the first repair platform in Australia. Shona Joy will host a digital platform on its circular fashion website that encourages customers to extend the life of their items when it makes more sense than reselling them. According to the firms, there will be an easy-to-lodge process where clients may input their garment and repair needs before mailing their garment, with Shona Joy managing the entire process.

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Why Shona Joy is filling in the missing piece of the circular fashion puzzle

Inside Retail

The term “circular fashion” serves as both a challenge to the fashion industry’s traditional model of take-make-waste and a solution to its environmental impact. The dirty secret of textile waste, increasingly, is becoming public, with the Australian industry alone manufacturing and importing over 1.4 billion units of new clothing each year, more than half of which end up in landfills, according to the Seamless Scheme Design Report.

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Target Rolls Out 10-Item Self-Checkout Limit Chainwide

Retail TouchPoints

Following a 200 -store test that limited customers using self-checkout to a maximum of 10 items, Target has rolled out Express Self-Checkout to its nearly 2,000 stores nationwide. The retailer also plans to open additional staffed POS lanes for shoppers who have more items, need help or who “just enjoy connecting with our team to help them get on their way sooner,” according to a company statement.

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Blue Bell Announces New Flavor: Gooey Butter Cake

Retail Wire

Blue Bell has just introduced a new flavor that might be bound for success: Gooey Butter Cake.

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DoorDash Adds Sally Beauty, MAC Cosmetics to Delivery Portfolio

Retail TouchPoints

DoorDash is expanding its footprint in the beauty vertical, embarking on partnerships with Sally Beauty and MAC Cosmetics and expanding its relationship with Sephora. Consumers can now shop DoorDash for an array of beauty products and have them delivered in under an hour on average. “We see consumers ordering from retail categories more than ever before and trying out new categories earlier in their DoorDash journey,” said Shana Prevé, VP, Partnerships at DoorDash in a statement.

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Website Security Essentials: Protect Your Site and Strengthen Cybersecurity

In a digital-first world, website security is non-negotiable. This comprehensive guide explores the critical importance of securing your site against hackers and vulnerabilities like SQL injection, XSS, and malware. Discover tools like SiteLock for threat monitoring and CodeGuard for seamless backups, ensuring robust protection for your data and operations.

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Majestic Wine CEO slams ‘unworkable’ post-Brexit tax rules set to cause price hikes

Retail Gazette

The boss of Majestic Wine has slammed the new post-Brexit alcohol duty system, warning it will cost both businesses and shoppers more money. The price of some red wines could rise by over 40% next year, British shoppers have been told, after the government ignored calls from the wine industry to scrap complicated post-Brexit changes. As a result, the number of tax bands for wine will rise from one to 30, with retailers saying it will now cost them more money to administer.

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Ebay Extends Luxury Consignment Service to Apparel

Retail TouchPoints

Ebay has added luxury apparel to its consignment service , so sellers can now hand off the listing and selling of these goods to Ebay experts. After launching consignment services for designer handbags last year , Ebay saw heightened demand for pre-loved apparel : 22 pre-loved shirts, six pairs of pre-loved jeans, and eight pre-loved coats were sold every minute on the platform across the U.S., UK and Germany, the company reported.

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SA supermarket Saints Road Foodland named IGA Retailer of the Year

Inside Retail

South Australian independent supermarket Saints Road Foodland has been named IGA International Retailer of the Year at the recent awards ceremony held in Las Vegas. The award recognises excellence in retailing and the positive advancement of the IGA brand. Saints Road Foodland was opened in 2019 and has since made a significant impact with its delivery of South Australian produce, food and beverages, and world-class service, all housed under a multi-million dollar fit-out.

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United Airlines CEO Addresses Recent Plane Incidents

Retail Wire

The CEO of United Airlines, Scott Kirby, has penned a letter to reassure passengers amidst a recent surge in concerning plane incidents.

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Is Your Business AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is poised to redefine B2B, but scaling AI success in this space isn’t without obstacles. From fragmented data sources and complex buyer journeys to operational inefficiencies, the road to AI-powered growth can be challenging. To achieve a competitive edge, understanding your organization’s AI-readiness is essential. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model provides a quick, actionable way to assess your starting point.

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Traditional learning methods are failing: How new techniques can succeed

Inside Retail

With Gen Z now dominating the ranks of Australian retail workers, traditional learning models are failing to deliver for businesses. Now retailers are turning to new digital techniques that boost retention – and their bottom lines. Mark Eggers, co-founder of Yarno – the tech company that created a gamified team-based learning solution aimed at retail workers (and others who don’t sit behind a desk all day) – says businesses relying on outdated training formats are missing upselling opportu

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McDonald’s Struggles With Changing Prices and Home-Cooked Meals

Retail Wire

During a recent investor conference, McDonald's CFO Ian Borden revealed a notable trend among lower-income Americans: a shift away from fast food in favor of home-cooked meals.

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Asda confirms new pay rates and fresh staff benefits

Retail Gazette

Asda has introduced new staff benefits and confirmed its proposal to raise retail pay rates to £12.04 per hour has been accepted by workers. The Care Concierge benefit, managed by Legal & General, offers workers assistance in later-life care for loved ones, via free confidential one-to-one telephone services, while the Mortgage Advice Bureau provides guidance for staff navigating property purchase or remortgaging.

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LaGuardia Airport Rises From Worst to First, Named Best in North America

Retail Wire

Renovations helped rank LaGuardia as one of the best airports in a 2023 survey.

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Master Off-Page SEO: Boost Traffic, Build Trust, and Drive Conversions

Off-page SEO is the key to building trust, attracting qualified traffic, and boosting conversions. This guide explores how to leverage backlinks, guest blogging, social media, and influencer marketing to expand your website’s reach and authority. Discover the synergy between on-page and off-page SEO, ensuring your site is optimized for success. Learn how to create valuable content, engage with online communities, and track your progress to fine-tune your strategy.

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Macy’s eyes $100M in savings from streamlined supply chain

Retail Dive

The company's "Bold New Chapter" will feature automation, distribution center closures, and more.

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Reddit Faces FTC Inquiry Over AI Data Ahead of IPO

Retail Wire

In a recent update to its initial public offering (IPO) prospectus, Reddit disclosed that it's under investigation by the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) regarding its data-licensing practices for training artificial intelligence (AI) systems.

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Whole Foods still pressing ahead to ‘expand UK footprint’ despite shuttering stores

Retail Gazette

Whole Foods Market has said it is still working on expanding its UK footprint, despite its decision to close two stores and its Dartford distribution centre. The proposed closures will see the Amazon-owned supermarket’s stores in both Richmond and Fulham Broadway close and operations at its Dartford DC cease. The move “will allow us to invest in enhancing the customer and team member experience as we expand our footprint to serve more customers and communities in the UK”, a Whole Foods spo

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Apple Settles Lawsuit Over China iPhone Sales

Retail Wire

Apple has finally agreed to pay $490 million to resolve the claims about how CEO Tim Cook misled investors about a decline in iPhone sales in China.

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Is Your Brand AI-Ready? Find Out with Orium’s Maturity Model

Generative AI is reshaping retail, but achieving true AI success isn’t simple. Many brands face hurdles—underdeveloped data strategies, limited AI-ready infrastructure, or lack of seamless integration across systems. As you explore how AI can boost efficiency and transform customer experiences, understanding your business’s readiness is key. Orium's Data & AI Maturity Model offers a clear starting point.

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Joann files for Chapter 11 with a plan to cut $500M in debt

Retail Dive

Thanks to an agreement with lenders, stores will be open and vendors paid throughout the bankruptcy process, which could be completed next month.

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Dr Martens launches new expert repair service including customisations

Retail Gazette

Dr Martens has launched a new repair service for its shoes, in partnership with expert footwear restorers The Boot Repair Co. The British footwear specialist said it will offer more than 10 different services, ranging from sole to eyelet replacements, using the same machines, methods and materials that are used to make its brand new pairs. The services cover the brand’s boots, sandals and accessories, with prices starting from £22 per item.

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Lissoni Architecture creates expansion for Design Holding with "melting pot attitude"

Dezeen

Local studio Lissoni Architecture has expanded the Design Holding flagship in New York City , creating an entirely new floor outfitted with light displays and curving metallic installations. Lissoni Architecture , the US branch of Italian studio Lissoni & Partners , created an entirely new second floor and redesigned a portion of the first floor for the Design Holding showroom, which displays furniture and lighting brands including B&B Italia , Flos , Louis Poulsen , Maxalto , Arclinea a

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Ballooning credit card balances already loom over 2024’s retail sales

Retail Dive

The level of debt may surpass the all-time record this year, even when adjusted for inflation, some analysts say.

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Turn Your Website Into a Money-Maker: Tips for Small Business Success

Your website can be more than just a digital presence—it can be a thriving profit center. Discover proven strategies to monetize your website, whether you sell physical products, digital downloads, or services. Learn the importance of user-friendly design, high-quality content, and tailored marketing to meet audience needs and boost engagement. Explore options like e-commerce, affiliate marketing, and subscriptions, and use analytics to optimize for success.

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GO Outdoors Opens New Store in Tamworth

365 Retail

GO Outdoors is set to open a new store in Tamworth during the week commencing 18th March 2024, aiming to cater to the increasing interest in outdoor activities among the public. This expansion reflects the brand’s commitment to making high-quality outdoor gear accessible to more people, enhancing their outdoor experiences. Located at Ventura Retail Park, the store spans over 15,000 square feet and will employ a dedicated team of 25 staff.

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Under Armour, Curry Brand sign new athlete in multiyear deal

Retail Dive

University of South Carolina guard MiLaysia Fulwiley will wear the Steph Curry shoes for the rest of her college career at the school.

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Creative Retail Awards and Shop Drop Daily Introduce Innovative Shop Drop Daily Concept of the Year Award

365 Retail

The Creative Retail Awards, in collaboration with Shop Drop Daily, is excited to announce the launch of a groundbreaking new Award – The Shop Drop Daily Concept of the Year Award. This prestigious Award celebrates the most innovative and inspiring branded concepts from around the world, as featured on Shop Drop Daily – the premier destination for cutting-edge brand experiences.

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Nordstrom Rack merchandising exec leaving after 2 years

Retail Dive

Nancy Mair arrived amid a leadership shakeup at its off-price business that continued into last September with the appointment of a new president.

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Mastering E-commerce Strategies to Drive Growth in B2B Distribution

B2B distributors and wholesalers: this webinar is for you! Discover the game-changing potential of composable commerce—a flexible, modern approach to e-commerce—and explore the strategies and technologies transforming the B2B landscape. Learn how to create custom digital experiences for your business from the leaders at Orium , commercetools , and Contentful as they walk through real-world examples, providing actionable insights on how to future-proof your business, integrate new opportunities s