Wal-Mart testing same-day delivery with startups Uber, Lyft, Deliv

The trials will begin within the next two weeks in Denver and one other market, Wal-Mart said.

By Daphne Howland • June 3, 2016

Target halts curbside pickup program

Target said it will shift its focus to “retail fundamentals” and tech initiatives that are experiencing greater success, like its Cartwheel app and other omnichannel services.

By Daphne Howland • June 2, 2016

Target's strict new supplier guidelines 'myopic,' experts say

Vendors who fail to provide complete and accurate product information could incur fines as high as $10,000.

By Daphne Howland • May 31, 2016

Study: Retailers' omnichannel efforts leave customers wanting

A recent study found that 17% of retailer apps displayed in-store inventory quantities, and just 7% attempted to save the sale when there’s friction. 

By Daphne Howland • May 27, 2016

Report: E-commerce growth driving rush for warehouse space

Retailers are racing to catch up with Amazon and its mass of warehouses scattered across the country.  

By Daphne Howland • May 25, 2016

Report: Amazon on the hunt for freight management tech

Start-ups say they’ve been approached by Amazon to license or sell their technology, which could be a boon to its freight ambitions but maybe not to its marketplace sellers.

By Daphne Howland • May 19, 2016

How retailers can use curbside pickup to build customer loyalty

When done right, curbside pickup could bring back customers who never make it past a retailer's front door.

By Daphne Howland • May 18, 2016

Report: Warehouse rents spiking due to e-commerce growth

E-commerce and omnichannel commerce are pushing premium warehouse rents skyward, especially in areas where same-day delivery is rampant.

By Daphne Howland • May 17, 2016

Is the Staples/Workbar partnership the answer to retail's real estate glut?

The problem of excess retail property is growing. Staples' novel solution: Partner with startup Workbar to offer co-working spaces.

By Daphne Howland • May 16, 2016

Wal-Mart takes aim at Amazon Prime with free two-day shipping

The new regional delivery network hinges on a range of shipping partners and eight e-commerce warehouses positioned across the U.S.

By Daphne Howland • May 12, 2016

EBay, FedEx partner to expand valet services to sellers

EBay Valet Drop-Off enables customers to bring items to FedEx Office locations, where staffers pack them up and ship them off to an eBay processing center to be listed, sold and mailed to the buyer.

By Daphne Howland • May 11, 2016

Amazon pledges same-day delivery to all urban neighborhoods after outcry

Amazon also said it will provide service in all zip codes whenever launching same-day delivery in additional markets moving forward.

By Daphne Howland • May 9, 2016

American Apparel launches campaign to source American-made accessories

The effort seeks leather goods, canvas goods, footwear, jewelry, paper goods, fragrances and small home furnishings from U.S. vendors.

By Daphne Howland • May 6, 2016

Amazon expands delivery horizons with Atlas Air cargo deal

The cargo airline granted Amazon warrants to acquire up to a 30% stake in the company.

By Jason Ankeny • May 5, 2016

Report: Target plays hardball with vendors to speed up supply chain

Vendors will face tougher penalties for late deliveries or faulty product information as Target moves to correct supply chain problems.

By Daphne Howland • May 5, 2016

Recipe for success: Creating retail-host restaurants that resonate with shoppers

As retailers vie for customers and deal with excess space, many are turning to food and beverage concessions to drive traffic. But some stores may be biting off more than they can chew.

By Daphne Howland • May 2, 2016

UPS earnings rise on growing e-commerce shipper demand

The impressive earnings report comes amid speculation that Amazon will enter the shipping space. 

By Jason Ankeny • April 28, 2016

Shyp adds $5 fee to return deliveries

Like other delivery services, the startup is likely feeling the pressures of waning venture capital interest.

By Daphne Howland • April 26, 2016

Amazon reportedly shuttering MyHabit flash sales unit

But another channel for apparel sales could be useful now that Amazon has entered the category.

By Daphne Howland • April 22, 2016

Fast-fashion, luxury brands called out for lack of transparency

The situation is perpetuating the kind of factory conditions that led to the deadly 2013 Rana Plaza collapse in Bangladesh, advocates say.

By Daphne Howland • April 21, 2016

Gap names supply chain exec to lead Old Navy

Sonia Syngal previously led Gap's enterprise-wide global supply chain efforts.

By Jason Ankeny • April 14, 2016

Are retailers over-investing in omnichannel at brick-and-mortar's expense?

When Finish Line said it would refocus on the in-store experience, some took it as a sign that it's ditching omnichannel. But is it really an either/or choice? 

By Kelsey Lindsey • April 13, 2016

H&M duets with rapper MIA for World Recycle Week campaign video

The Swedish retailer has come a long way from the days when it discarded and destroyed unsold clothing.

By Daphne Howland • April 12, 2016

The looming limits of on-demand delivery

Amazon and a slew of startups have taught consumers that they can get their online orders delivered in minutes. But are consumers willing to pay for what that really costs?

By Daphne Howland • April 11, 2016

UPDATE: American Apparel lays off hundreds in Los Angeles factories

According to the LA Times, 500 employees have been laid off, and the retailer may outsource some merchandise outside of the city. 

By Daphne Howland • April 11, 2016