Operations: Page 94


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    Ikea launches As-is service online

    Ikea Family members are now able to browse and reserve gently used products online to pick up in store.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 7, 2023
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    Walmart to install EV chargers at thousands of stores by 2030

    The big-box retailer already has around 1,300 chargers at 280 of its sites but plans to further leverage its vast store network. 

    By Jessica Loder • April 7, 2023
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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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    Nate Delesline III

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    Bath & Body Works CFO stepping down this summer

    The retailer is also creating two new executive roles: chief customer officer and chief digital and technology officer.

    By Nate Delesline III • April 6, 2023
  • Amazon to close UK-based Book Depository

    The online book seller, which was acquired by Amazon in 2011, will shut down on April 26.

    By April 6, 2023
  • A store display with a red Levi's sign includes jeans in various shades of blue, folded on shelves and hanging on racks.
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    Levi’s gets a grip on inventory as denim rebounds

    Promotions helped clear a glut, but hurt Q1 margins, as lower-income consumers continue to pull back. But the brand is taking market share.

    By April 6, 2023
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    Wellmeier, Ed. (2021). [Photograph]. Retrieved from Flickr.
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    Quiet Platforms head departs as American Eagle’s logistics arm struggles

    The retailer said that while "Quiet’s third party business has grown nicely, it has not achieved the plans we envisioned."

    By Alejandra Carranza • April 6, 2023
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    Bed Bath & Beyond faces lawsuit over Harmon layoffs

    A former store manager says the company violated state and federal law by failing to give proper notice under the WARN Act.

    By Nate Delesline III • April 5, 2023
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    Walmart banks on stores, robots as it stokes e-commerce

    The retail giant expects that within three years, 55% of its fulfillment center volume will move through automated facilities, and a whopping 65% of its stores will be automated to some extent.

    By April 5, 2023
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    Q&A

    Kind CEO aims to reach more consumers, bring the brand to other parts of the store

    In an interview, Russell Stokes talked about price increases, how products are faring in the current environment and changes in shopping behaviors.

    By Christopher Doering • April 5, 2023
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    Courtesy of Best Buy
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    Best Buy launches mail-in tech recycling program

    Consumers can order a small recycling box for $22.99 or a medium box for $29.99 to have their electronics recycled. 

    By April 5, 2023
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    Wage violations among textile manufacturers remain rampant, DOL reports

    Contractors in Southern California were found to frequently underpay garment workers, in one case paying them as little as $1.58 an hour.

    By Kate Magill • April 5, 2023
  • A large sign marks the entrance to an outdoor mall, with shops along a walkway, lights strung overhead and bikes parked to one side. A cloudy blue sky in the background.
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    Deep Dive

    Which mall in this California city can survive?

    A real estate mogul made his mark on three major shopping centers in Sonoma County wine country. His original vision from 1950 may be the winner.

    By April 5, 2023
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    Walmart lays off over 2,300 warehouse workers

    Cuts have hit distribution centers in Texas and Pennsylvania, as information about the total impact of layoffs slowly trickles out.

    By Nate Delesline III • April 4, 2023
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    David’s Bridal adds ‘hundreds’ of bridesmaid dresses under $100

    With three new pricing tiers, the retailer is aiming to offer a broader selection of affordable dresses for price-conscious shoppers.

    By Tatiana Walk-Morris • April 4, 2023
  • A row of bright pink, pale pink and red jars of Revlon nail polish, with black caps against a black background, in closeup.
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    "Revlon" by Mike Mozart is licensed under CC BY 2.0
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    Revlon will wipe out $2.7B in debt as it exits bankruptcy later this month

    The cosmetics giant will leave Chapter 11 as a private company in coming weeks, with $285 million in fresh liquidity and $1.5 billion in debt.

    By April 4, 2023
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    Foxtrot promotes Liz Williams to CEO

    As the former CFO takes her new post, the company’s previous chief executive, co-founder Mike LaVitola, is moving into the chairman role.

    By Jessica Loder • April 4, 2023
  • Inventory up 34% at PVH as orders ship faster, earlier

    As supply chain disruption eases, the owner of the Calvin Klein and Tommy Hilfiger brands is getting back to normal product flow.

    By April 4, 2023
  • Puffy clouds in a blue sky frame a storefront that says "Bed Bath & Beyond" in large dark letters.
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    Former Bed Bath & Beyond CEO sues over unpaid severance

    Mark Tritton alleges that the retailer stopped payments on his $6.76 million severance agreement in January.

    By Nate Delesline III • April 3, 2023
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    Walmart rolls out more improvements to website, app

    The retail giant’s e-commerce is now growing faster than Amazon's.

    By April 3, 2023
  • A bright red facade features a cut-out of the word "Express" at a mall store entrance.
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    Express faces NYSE delisting

    The apparel retailer may enact a reverse stock split — subject to board and stockholder approval — in order to reach compliance. 

    By April 3, 2023
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    Boxed files for Chapter 11 bankruptcy

    The company intends to sell its software business while it winds down retail operations over the next several weeks.

    By Jeff Wells • April 3, 2023
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    Deep Dive

    3 years later: How COVID-19 exposed the vulnerability of suppliers and workers to the power of big buyers

    A tidal wave of order cancellations in early 2020 had dire repercussions for laborers and their families. The consequences are still being felt.

    By April 3, 2023
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    Sponsored by ENGIE Impact

    6 key actions to help retailers overcome decarbonization barriers

    A survey of 500+ senior executives reveals the six key actions retailers can take to overcome decarbonization barriers.

    By Blake Cundiff, Retail Strategic Account Manager, ENGIE Impact • April 3, 2023
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    Bed Bath & Beyond again warns of bankruptcy as it seeks to sell $300M in stock

    The retailer terminated an earlier deal with Hudson Bay Capital Management that sought to raise over $1 billion.

    By Nate Delesline III • March 31, 2023
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    Column

    The Weekly Closeout: Apple introduces a pay later option and Walmart gives early access to Oreos

    An initial version of a BNPL service was introduced by Apple, while Walmart+ members get first dibs on the cookie brand’s new Blackout Cake flavor.

    By Retail Dive Staff • March 31, 2023