Operations: Page 35


  • The name "claire's" in lowercase block letters adorns the gray, corrugated-metal side as well as the slatted-wood front of a storefront overhang.
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    Claire’s CEO exits

    Ryan Vero stepped down from the role, while the company tapped its current CFO-COO, Chris Cramer, for the interim chief executive position.

    By June 18, 2024
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    Gap Inc. supplier summit returns after pandemic pause

    Top vendors got to learn about the retailer's priorities at a meeting in San Francisco last month.

    By Alejandra Carranza • June 18, 2024
  • A woman puts clothing into an RFID self-checkout kiosk Explore the Trendline
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    Trendline

    How retailers are deploying in-store technology

    Payment systems, self-checkout stations and home visualization tech are just a few of the areas getting attention from retailers as they rethink the store experience.

    By Retail Dive staff
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    Tupperware shutters only US manufacturing facility

    The iconic food storage company will lay off nearly 150 employees as executives worry about its ability to continue operating.

    By Joelle Anselmo • June 18, 2024
  • An Express storefront at King of Prussia mall in Pennsylvania
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    Express, Bonobos bought out of bankruptcy for $174M

    A newly formed joint venture between WHP Global and mall owners Simon, Brookfield and Centennial will keep 450 stores open and 7,000 jobs intact.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 17, 2024
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    Care/of is shutting down

    The vitamin and supplement company said it no longer has the needed funding to operate and has canceled all existing subscriptions.

    By June 17, 2024
  • A Bed Bath & Beyond location with a "store closing" sign taped across the storefront.
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    Beyond shakes up C-suite in quest for profitability

    Bed Bath & Beyond CEO Chandra Holt has left after less than five months as the struggling e-retail conglomerate streamlines its leadership.

    By June 17, 2024
  • A white room with displays of underwear and bras, featuring a photo of Kim Kardashian and others in the background.
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    Skims opens first permanent store in Washington, DC’s Georgetown neighborhood

    The Kim Kardashian-founded brand will open an additional four stores in 2024 and flagship locations in New York and Los Angeles at a future date.

    By Howard Ruben • June 17, 2024
  • Walmart on mobile and desktop
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    Walmart opens access to off-site customer journey insights for suppliers

    With Digital Landscapes, Walmart is looking to help suppliers answer questions about customer journeys beyond the retailer’s website and app.

    By Chris Kelly • June 17, 2024
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    Customers are choosing BNPL over credit cards — Here’s why

    A recent survey reveals that while surveyed shoppers have access to other payment options, they still seek out BNPL.

    June 17, 2024
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    Walmart+ Week returns Monday ahead of Amazon’s Prime Day

    This year's event includes deals on fuel, cash back on flights booked through Walmart+ Travel and a mystery offer.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 14, 2024
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    Walmart targets Gen Z with apparel brand relaunch

    The overhaul of its “No Boundaries” private label is the retailer’s latest attempt to gain traction in fashion, this time with casual style and low prices.

    By June 14, 2024
  • A billboard with an airplane and the words, "You think an airline for dogs is crazy? You've never flown in a duffle bag."
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    Column

    The Weekly Closeout: GameStop raises $2B and Bark Air has a ruff start

    The meme stock frenzy continues to be kind to the gaming retailer, while Bark’s new airline effort faced a lawsuit within its first month of operation.

    By Retail Dive Staff • June 14, 2024
  • Gray clouds over a Kohl's store, with an entrance to Sephora.
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    Kohl’s introduces Return Drop service to stores nationwide

    In addition to its Amazon partnership, the department store will now accept returns from brands like Carhartt, Hanes and Levi’s.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 14, 2024
  • The interior of Revolve's store in Aspen, Colorado.
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    Revolve Group opens first physical store

    The Aspen, Colorado, location comes after a successful pop-up shop and will feature collections from both Revolve and Fwrd.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 13, 2024
  • With puffy clouds in a blue sky, bushes surround a store with the name "JC Penney" in white letters. The store entrance is a brick arch.
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    J.C. Penney closing 4 stores in coming months

    The department store remains profitable, though net income plummeted nearly 90% last year and sales continued to slide.

    By June 13, 2024
  • A white and black colored Figs storefront in LA with mannequins in scrubs.
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    Figs taps Lululemon exec for CFO

    Sarah Oughtred spent almost 17 years at the activewear brand, where she helped scale the business from $270 million in revenue to about $10 billion.

    By Howard Ruben • June 13, 2024
  • Items are locked behind cabinets in a Walgreens aisle
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    How retailers can fight theft without hurting customer experience

    Locked cases drive potential customers to online alternatives. Helpful associates assist customers while inconveniencing crooks.

    By Bryan Wassel • June 13, 2024
  • A store with a bright green facade reads "Joann" in capital letters, and in smaller script says "handmade happiness."
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    Joann names new interim CEO

    Michael Prendergast will take on the role while a search for a permanent chief is underway. Meanwhile, the company appointed a new board of directors.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 12, 2024
  • Nordstrom Rack, at Codding Town, Bend, Oregon
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    Nordstrom nears completion on West Coast fulfillment transition

    By transitioning operations to an omnichannel center, the retailer is building on its efforts to lower fulfillment costs.

    By Kelly Stroh • June 12, 2024
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    Walmart store employees can now earn up to $1K per year in bonuses

    Part- and full-time hourly associates have the potential to earn more the longer they stay with the company, the retailer said.

    By Ryan Golden • June 12, 2024
  • The interior of a Mango Home store. Shelves are lined with pillows, sheets, towels and various other homegoods.
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    Mango looks to strengthen homeware line with new leader

    The retailer is seeking to grow its Mango Home business with product diversification, as part of its goal to reach 4 billion euros in sales by 2026.

    By Laurel Deppen • June 12, 2024
  • Two police officers in front of a big box store, amid trees and cars.
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    Do retailers need active assailant insurance?

    Stores and shopping centers are increasingly vulnerable to the death and destruction caused by mass shooters in the U.S.

    By June 12, 2024
  • A white storefront with a blue Container Store logo on it.
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    The Container Store to open 2 stores in Virginia

    The small-format locations both feature design centers and Custom Spaces Studios as the company doubles down on its custom design business.

    By Nate Delesline III • June 11, 2024
  • An Academy Sports + Outdoors storefront.
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    Academy Sports and Outdoors to offer on-demand delivery via DoorDash

    The sports and outdoor recreation retailer has tapped DoorDash for same-day deliveries as it expands its physical store footprint.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • June 11, 2024
  • Aerial view of Walmart truck in front of storefront
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    How big retailers are battling the last-mile delivery squeeze

    Walmart, Target and Kroger executives pointed to price and technology improvements that they are using to offset cost pressures.

    By Suman Bhattacharyya • June 11, 2024