Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 20, 2024

Amazon will increase pay for hourly frontline workers in its transportation and fulfillment network by at least $1.50 per hour beginning this month, bringing their average base wage to more than $22 per hour ( $29 per hour with the value of benefits factored in).

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Retail TouchPoints

MARCH 27, 2024

Instacart has launched the Instacart Developer Platform (IDP) , a publicly available API program that will enable third-party companies to integrate Instacart’s fulfillment and delivery functionality into their websites and apps. for meal planning or cooking content, for example).

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 10, 2024

Ikea stores, long known as warehouse-sized selling spaces scented with the wafting aroma of Swedish meatballs, have been shrinking and changing functions in recent months — including taking a bigger role in last mile fulfillment.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

have authorized strikes against the company just as the holiday season is adding increased pressure on ecommerce fulfillment. In New York, workers at Staten Islands JFK8 and Queens DBK4 fulfillment centers authorized strikes on December 14 ; drivers at the DIL7 delivery station in Skokie authorized a strike on December 16.

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Inside Retail

NOVEMBER 27, 2024

To meet these demands and elevate its fulfilment strategy, Freedom partnered with Shippit , ANZ’s leading commerce delivery platform, and Fluent Commerce’s Distributed Order Management System (OMS), Fluent Order Management. Shippit has allowed us to be more agile in our fulfilment, especially in New Zealand,” said Rich.

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Retail Wire

AUGUST 28, 2024

Walmart has announced a series of new initiatives at the Let’s Grow! 2024 Walmart Marketplace Seller Summit.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 7, 2024

We see the value Carrot Tags offer as they help Instacart shoppers to be more independent when fulfilling online orders, allowing our associates to focus on store operations and providing excellent customer service,” said Scott Patton, VP at Aldi in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

MAY 20, 2024

This year, we’ve identified 24 organizations that have successfully differentiated through their loyalty programs, marketing strategies, in-store experiences and even their approach to last mile and fulfillment. The final 24 brands and their winning strategies will be featured in an in-depth report running next month.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 24, 2024

Whenever we need a more efficient fulfilment solution, ShipStation’s support team is ready with helpful suggestions,” says Jen from Subo. ShipStation has also revolutionised fulfilment for Aussie retailers like Lovisa and Frank Green, earning the coveted 2024 Shipping Platform Partner of the Year Award from Cin7.

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 27, 2024

Hibbett to Use Stores to Fulfill Same-Day Orders Image courtesy Hibbett Fashion retailer Hibbett is now offering same- and next-day delivery via its new partnerships with Walmart GoLocal and Salesforce Commerce Cloud.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 27, 2024

10 UKs The biggest way that Amazon has improved both of these ecommerce dynamics — delivery speed and cost to serve — has been through its years-long effort to regionalize its fulfillment network in the U.S. fulfillment centers serving the whole country. Mindset Shift: Instead of One U.S., we had 10 UKs instead of one U.S.’

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

At Chewy, innovation isn’t just a goal — it’s in our DNA,” said Tim Foley, Senior Director of Fulfillment Technology at Chewy in a statement. “By bringing together fresh perspectives and advanced technology, we aim to inspire solutions that will push the boundaries of automation in warehouse logistics.” “At

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 21, 2024

The transition began at the company’s automated fulfillment center in Ohio and offered a test-and-learn opportunity for the larger rollout. I’m so excited we’re changing over to paper,” said Christian Garcia, a fulfillment associate at the BFL1 fulfillment center in Bakersfield, Calif.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 22, 2024

Kroger will implement advanced picking technologies from its long-time partner Ocado Group at fulfillment centers across its network, including greater use of robotics in preparing customer orders. The new solutions include On-Grid Robotic Pick (OGRP), a robotic arm installed directly on the grid.

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Inside Retail

APRIL 26, 2024

Modern fulfilment methods Alternative, or modern-day, fulfilment options are on the rise for retailers, on the basis of cost and convenience. In present-day e-commerce, same-day fulfilment and free shipping are often part and parcel, not perks of the experience. With over 4.95

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 17, 2024

Bloomingdales has partnered with retail connectivity platform Lucky to allow luxury brands that sell in its stores to connect their in-store inventory to their DTC websites. The integration will allow customers to see the availability of products at their local Bloomingdales stores while browsing their preferred brand’s website.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 15, 2024

As soon as the driver starts their route, consumers will receive a live estimated time of arrival (ETA) based on various data points, including the total number of orders the driver is fulfilling as well as their real-time location on the route.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 10, 2024

Walmart already has opened four of five planned next-generation fulfillment centers , designed to expand access to next-day and two -day shipping for Walmart customers as well as to support clients of Walmart Fulfillment Services.

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 18, 2023

Perhaps most importantly, “a decade ago, very few of you were using things like Amazon Advertising, Amazon Lending and Fulfillment by Amazon (FBA), and things like Brand Registry, Seller-Fulfilled Prime, Seller University and even Amazon Accelerate didn’t exist,” said Mehta at the event.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 18, 2024

The retailers partnership with VusionGroup will include a suite of Vusion 360 solutions, including: Multicolor ESLs that can support remote price changes and are equipped with flashing LEDs to guide associates doing online order fulfillment or replenishing shelves; Captana Computer Vision and AI inventory management technology in center store and fresh (..)

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Amazon will also charge sellers lower fulfilment fees for products sold through the new storefront. Citing The Information , Reuters reported that Amazon’s price limits include US$8 for jewellery, $13 for guitars and $20 for sofas. The company will ship the items to US customers directly from a facility in Guangdong, China.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 21, 2024

Through our innovative direct-to-consumer model and advanced production and fulfillment capabilities, we’re cutting out the middleman to offer unmatched selection, pricing and quality, and now we’re also proud to deliver the fastest service in the category.”

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 6, 2024

It also presents an opportunity to enhance the customer experience by providing more flexible and reliable fulfilment options, as well as reaching new customers, such as shift or night workers, for whom home delivery isn’t convenient due to their working hours.

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Retail TouchPoints

JULY 31, 2024

“By expanding our partnership with Instacart to offer pickup services through the Instacart app, we are offering customers another channel to fulfill their shopping needs,” said Stephen Menaquale, SVP, Ecommerce and Fulfillment for Albertsons Cos.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 20, 2024

Postal Service has launched an online ecommerce catalog powered by Toys ‘R’ Us for the fulfillment of gifts in its Operation Santa program. With the launch of this new ecommerce platform, we’re making it simpler than ever to help fulfill wishes and spread holiday joy.”

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 8, 2024

In May 2024 Wayfair opened its first large-format store in the Chicago suburb of Wilmette, Ill., marking a brick-and-mortar milestone for the digitally native retailer.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

As a family-owned business, Bealls understands the importance of ensuring employees are fulfilled both at work and in their personal lives,” said Sanish Mondkar, CEO and Founder of Legion Technologies in a statement.

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Retail TouchPoints

DECEMBER 5, 2024

Associates have to be omnichannel fulfillment specialists. the fulfillment scenarios really are endless. They need to keep track of what’s new, what’s unique to their location and what just went on sale. Prepping click-and-collect orders, picking and packing ship-from-store orders, managing store-to-store transfers, etc. —

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 8, 2024

warehouse that leverages automated fulfillment technology from Fabric , allowing the supermarket retailer to support faster on-demand delivery throughout the borough via Uber Eats. Save A Lot has opened a microfulfillment center at its Brooklyn, N.Y.

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Retail TouchPoints

NOVEMBER 22, 2024

Take a deeper look at how retailers are doing more with less in their operations in the full benchmark survey , which also dives into how retailers are tackling the ongoing challenge of theft and managing the costs of offering multiple fulfillment options.

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Retail TouchPoints

AUGUST 6, 2024

including the delivery service’s in-store mode for its app; “Carrot Tags” with pick-to-light capabilities; and more streamlined pickup fulfillment technology. Aldi will roll out Instacart Connected Stores solutions across all Aldi South Group locations in the U.S.,

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Retail TouchPoints

JUNE 11, 2024

In addition to fulfillment by Alibaba.com, the platform handles finance tasks such as escrow and payment terms. SMB buyers also can use the after-sales services that are part of Alibaba Guaranteed, including quick money back for order issues and free local returns for defects.

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Inside Retail

JULY 15, 2024

“It definitely would have stood a better chance than just effectively staying still and just doubling down in fulfilment and logistics. Booktopia’s over-capitalisation in logistics and fulfilment consumed the majority of its cash flow – areas that added little value to its customers’ shopping experience. “It’s

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Retail TouchPoints

SEPTEMBER 23, 2024

Amazon will now not only help sellers offer fast delivery and easy returns as it has for years with its Fulfilled by Amazon (FBA) service, but it also will help sellers manage the entire supply chain , from manufacturer through to the customer’s door.

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Inside Retail

OCTOBER 13, 2024

Amazon will build out its first-ever automated micro-fulfilment centre to supplement what’s available in-store with popular essentials from Amazon.com and favourites from Amazon Fresh – all under one roof. “As This is how Amazon plans to deliver choice and convenience to consumers without compromising on speed or value.

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Retail TouchPoints

OCTOBER 23, 2024

For retailers, 3P commerce provides the ability to offer an increased selection of products and helps reduce the risks of managing fulfillment — an issue we saw firsthand with recent supply chain disruptions,” said Lou Keyes, CEO of Rithum in comments shared with Retail TouchPoints.

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