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Pandemic highlights the limits of store-based online fulfillment, experts say

The surge in online shopping has caused retailers to rethink their selling floors and backrooms, and to evaluate dedicated facilities.

By Sam Silverstein • May 07, 2020

Walgreens launches 'order ahead' service for drive-thru shopping

The digital service was developed and implemented in just a few weeks to give customers another way to practice social distancing. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 07, 2020

7-Eleven expands delivery through DoorDash, Postmates

As the pandemic keeps shoppers home, the convenience store chain now offers on-demand ordering from more than 90% of its U.S. locations.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • May 04, 2020

Walmart adds 2-hour delivery service

The retailer will lean on its vast store network and existing delivery partners to execute speedy last-mile deliveries. 

By Shefali Kapadia • May 01, 2020

UPS and Michaels launch contactless parcel pickup, drop-off service

Even as some stores slowly start to reopen, contactless delivery services are being utilized for customers to maintain social distancing. 

By Morgan Forde • May 01, 2020

UPS partners with CVS on residential drone delivery in Florida

UPS' Flight Forward division will run drones between a CVS location and a central delivery point near a local retirement community.

By Morgan Forde • April 30, 2020

Pandemic could cost Tractor Supply an extra $50M in operations spend

About 80% of the expected expenses are related to labor or benefits, while the remaining 20% is for supplies, safety and cleaning, executives said. 

By Matt Leonard • April 29, 2020

Why storefronts are boarded up during COVID-19

As the pandemic drags on, many companies have opted to cover up their stores. But is it the best decision long-term for a retailer's brand? 

By Kaarin Vembar • April 22, 2020

Uber adds more contactless delivery services

The features come as some delivery apps pivot to prioritizing essential goods during the pandemic.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 21, 2020

Costco to offer prescription delivery through Instacart

Shoppers will receive a text message from their Costco pharmacy when their prescription is ready and have the option to add other items to their order. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 21, 2020

90-day delay of tariff payments does not include Trump administration duties on Chinese goods

Importers must demonstrate "significant financial hardship" to qualify for the temporary payment delay.

By Matt Leonard • April 21, 2020

Michaels launches contactless, same-day delivery

The craft retailer is among the latest to offer delivery options that support social distancing efforts during the COVID-19 pandemic.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 20, 2020

DSW, Hy-Vee team up to sell shoes

Eventually, there will be shoe shops inside the Midwestern grocers' stores but the partnership launches first with a "digital experience."

By Jessica Dumont • April 17, 2020

Walmart reserves pickup hour for at-risk shoppers

The retailer is offering an early morning pickup option to assist customers who are more vulnerable to COVID-19. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 17, 2020

California approves Nuro's driverless vehicles to begin testing

Cities across the U.S. were seeing an uptick in interest in delivery robots and vehicles even before COVID-19 confined many people to their homes. 

By Chris Teale • April 15, 2020

COVID-19 wreaks havoc on inventories

Just when retailers had pared down thanks to a busy holiday season, merchandise is piling up again.

By Daphne Howland • April 14, 2020

Instacart aims to add flexibility, speed up grocery delivery

One new feature lets shoppers opt for the first available delivery time while another lets them place orders up to two weeks ahead. 

By Jessica Dumont • April 13, 2020

Amazon to pause its third-party shipping service

The e-commerce giant will suspend its Amazon Shipping pilot program starting in June.

By Emma Cosgrove • April 09, 2020

Imports reach 5-year low as COVID-19 hits demand and supply

Inbound containers fell more than 21% in March, per NRF estimates, as the pandemic disrupted manufacturing in China and closed stores in the U.S.

By Ben Unglesbee • April 08, 2020

At Home to offer contactless delivery

The service offering comes as retailers shift to delivery amid coronavirus containment measures. 

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 02, 2020

7-Eleven offers free delivery for app users

A contactless delivery option is available for consumers taking advantage of the temporarily waived fees during the coronavirus pandemic.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 31, 2020

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Walmart, Sam's Club offer rent relief to in-store tenants

The corporation is also moving to pay suppliers faster as supply chains feel the impact of COVID-19.

By Daphne Howland • March 26, 2020

The apparel industry had an inventory problem before coronavirus. What now?

Universal recommendations are hard to come by for "nonessential" retailers and wholesalers. But some trends are starting to surface.

By Emma Cosgrove • March 26, 2020

AxleHire introduces no-touch tech for delivery signings

The move comes as consumers practice social distancing and shift to online shopping.

By Tatiana Walk-Morris • March 24, 2020