Holiday sales could surpass previous predictions, reach 11.5%: NRF

Yet, the omicron variant could further complicate the shopping season and is "the latest wildcard raising uncertainty around the economic outlook."

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Dec. 6, 2021

Don’t get comfortable — what to look out for in the next era of retail

From personalization to beacon technology to curbside pickup 2.1, the next era of retail is here.

By Andrew Schmidt • Dec. 6, 2021

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The state of retail returns

Retailers of all sizes are streamlining operations so customers can have a smooth return experience. 

By Retail Dive staff

Furniture retailers struggle with depleted inventories after Vietnam lockdowns

Williams-Sonoma and La-Z-Boy expect continued inventory delays as factories work to ramp up production. 

By Sarah Zimmerman • Dec. 3, 2021

Hims & Hers taps Uber to deliver personal care, sexual wellness products

The brand has partnered with the ridesharing company to bring items like sleep gummies, condoms and lubricants to consumers. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 30, 2021

Gap could take $650M sales hit from supply chain woes

Sales in the third quarter were dragged down by inventory shortages caused by factory closures and shipping backups.

By Ben Unglesbee • Nov. 24, 2021

Tupperware to idle factories as it works through inventory backlog

The home products company had stocked up during the first half of the year to prepare for a surge in demand. That surge has yet to come.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 24, 2021

3 strategies that all retailers should do today

Retailers need to adapt to changes through revisiting staffing models, pricing, automation and partnerships in the marketplace.

Nov. 22, 2021

Nordstrom employs drop-ship model in new Fanatics partnership

Nordstrom says the deal reflects a departure from wholesale. But one analyst says it's more of an evolution, and a sign that department stores still matter.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 19, 2021

Nearly half of Victoria's Secret's merchandise is delayed as the holidays approach

The retailer posted a solid Q3, but said it doesn't expect to get some orders in at all due to supply chain disruptions.

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 18, 2021

Stockout notifications up 325% from 2019: Adobe

Retailers are ordering extra inventory and adjusting their operations to meet this year's holiday demand.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • Nov. 16, 2021

Just-in-time and safety stock require a careful balance

Over the course of the pandemic, inventory has gone up, but so have sales. Are companies rethinking lean or just trying to keep up with demand?

By Matt Leonard • Nov. 11, 2021

Tempur Sealy ramps up US manufacturing capacity to reduce supply chain exposure

Supply chain constraints and increased backlogs led the company to miss out on an estimated $200 million in sales for the third quarter.

By Max Garland • Nov. 10, 2021

Retailers hail infrastructure deal as good news for the supply chain

After endless talk in Washington about the need to rebuild, the president will soon sign a trillion-dollar package with $550 billion in spending over five years.

By Daphne Howland • Nov. 8, 2021

American Eagle buys Quiet Logistics, takes further control over its supply chain

The acquisition gives the company "a fighting chance to meet consumer expectations around free and fast shipping during the holidays," said Shipium CEO Jason Murray.

By Alejandra Carranza • Nov. 8, 2021

A successful retail logistics partner keeps you well-prepared for whatever's in store

A single source retail logistics partner can be your biggest asset for making sure what needs to be done gets done.

Nov. 8, 2021

Mattel nearshores manufacturing to bypass port bottlenecks during peak

For imported products, the toymaker locked in ocean freight capacity and rates well in advance of the holiday season.

By Sarah Zimmerman • Nov. 4, 2021

Wayfair's sales fall nearly 20% as consumers shift spending

The retailer benefited from selling online and in an in-demand category during the pandemic. But it may be at a disadvantage as shoppers return to stores.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 4, 2021

Bed Bath & Beyond partners with Uber to deliver baby essentials

Products from over 750 of the retailer's namesake stores and nearly 120 BuyBuy Baby stores will be available on the Uber and Uber Eats apps.

By Caroline Jansen • Nov. 1, 2021

Dollar Tree adds same-day delivery to 7K stores

The discount retailer now offers delivery in as little as an hour via Instacart across nearly 13,000 locations.

By Sam Silverstein • Nov. 1, 2021

It's a ho ho horrible shipping season for small businesses, too

Local makers have been preparing for complex holiday logistics. But a shorter supply chain may give them an edge. 

By Kaarin Moore • Nov. 1, 2021

Study: 98% of retail execs report supply chain issues ahead of holidays

Nearly everyone in the industry expects their costs to increase for the season and plans to either raise prices or eat it on margin. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 29, 2021

Hasbro hit by supply chain woes as $100M in orders go unfilled

Shipping costs and delays weighed on the toy maker, but revenue rises elsewhere in the business more than made up for the disruption. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 26, 2021

6 charts show the effects of Vietnam's lockdowns on supply chains

Brands with high exposure to Vietnam are seeing port delays, canceled orders and slow capacity recovery after months of COVID-19 related restrictions.

By Edwin Lopez • Oct. 26, 2021

Spanx sells majority stake to Blackstone

The deal values the brand, known for its shapewear, at a total of $1.2 billion. Founder Sara Blakely will step into the role of executive chairwoman. 

By Ben Unglesbee • Oct. 22, 2021

Amazon launches in-store pickup, local delivery option for businesses

Amazon Local Selling may ease a friction point that is becoming increasingly tense heading into the 2021 holiday season — delivery. 

By Kaarin Moore • Oct. 22, 2021