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Should Tractor Supply Be Ditching DEI and Climate Goals?
Tractor Supply announced it will eliminate its diversity and climate target goals in a push to distance itself from “nonbusiness activities” after weeks of conservative backlash. Is this the right…
Can Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment Survive?
Chicken Soup for the Soul Entertainment has filed for Chapter 11 bankruptcy protection, grappling with financial pressures exacerbated by its acquisition of Redbox in 2022. What actionable steps should the…
Why Is Nike’s Innovation Engine Sputtering?
Shares of Nike Inc. crashed about 20% on Friday after the sportswear leader slashed guidance for its coming fiscal year as newer models weren’t enough to offset weakness in classic…
Will Zebra Technologies Help Walgreens Bounce Back?
Walgreens Boots Alliance, America’s second-largest pharmacy retailer, has reported significant financial savings through the optimization of its store operations using Zebra Technologies Corporation’s Workcloud Actionable Intelligence software. What additional innovative…
How Did Dr Pepper Catch Up to Pepsi?
After decades as a distant contender, Dr Pepper shocked many by recently tying Pepsi as the second-most-popular soda in the U.S. What steps should Dr Pepper take to build on…
Should Behavioral Segmentation Be the Primary Focus of Retailers?
In today’s rapidly shifting retail landscape, consumers are increasingly rejecting the traditional narratives that once dictated their purchasing behaviors. A significant change has been observed in how shoppers perceive retailers,…
Are Pockets Finally an Opportunity for Women’s Fashion?
Women have been rallying for centuries for functional pockets in more of their apparel and finally seem to be getting their wish. Why has it taken so long for proper…
Can Shopify Help Target Compete with Amazon and Walmart?
Target has announced a strategic partnership with Shopify to invigorate its third-party marketplace, Target Plus, by adding new and trendy brands to its online offerings. This move is expected to attract…
Is Playing Favorites All That Bad?
“Don’t play favorites” is commonly espoused wisdom, but a university study finds some positives in certain circumstances in the practice. Does favoritism pack some value in certain cases or is…
Has Albertsons Completed Enough Initiatives To Take the Industry Lead?
Grubhub has partnered with Albertsons Companies Inc., integrating nearly 1,800 of its stores, including Albertsons, Safeway, and Vons, into Grubhub’s Marketplace. How might Albertsons leverage its extensive partnership network with…
How Will GenAI Empower Target’s Retail Associates?
Target announced plans to distribute a new GenAI-powered chatbot tool to all its associates across its nearly 2,000 U.S. stores by August. Where do you see GenAI technologies particularly helping…
Can Forever 21 Recover With Its SHEIN Partnership?
Forever 21 is struggling financially with declining sales and fierce competition from digital-first brands. Will its operational partnerships, like the one with SHEIN, be enough to ensure its survival?
Should Digital Shelf Labels Stir Worries Over Dynamic Pricing?
Walmart announced that it is replacing price stickers in its aisles with electronic shelf labels at 2,300 U.S. stores by 2026. Do digital shelf labels pack benefits for both store…
Will JCPenney’s $40 Million Investment in Supply Chain Upgrades Pay Off?
JCPenney has announced a major enhancement to its distribution operations, unveiling a $40 million upgrade to its 1.67-million-square-foot Reno, Nevada, distribution center. How might this investment in advanced logistics technology…
Is Chick-fil-A’s Summer Camp a Teaching Moment or Child Labor?
The introduction of a $35 “Chick-fil-A Summer Camp” at a Louisiana franchised location led to quick sell-out but also loud accusations of child labor on social media. Are you a…
Is Good American Reshaping the In-Person Retail Experience?
Recognizing the need to differentiate itself in a competitive retail landscape, Good American embarked on creating a store environment that mirrors its inclusive online ethos. To what extent can Good…
Can Walmart Capture Gen Z With No Boundaries’ Refresh?
Walmart is relaunching a 30-year-old store brand, “No Boundaries,” with broader assortments, elevated styling, and major digital marketing muscle in hopes of capturing a larger share of Gen Z’s wallet…
Will Amazon Live Become a Dominant Streaming Player?
Amazon Live and GroupM, the media investment group of WPP, have launched a partnership to co-create original shoppable content for Amazon Live’s newly introduced free ad-supported streaming TV (FAST) Channel…
Are Grocers Ready for the Aging Population?
Recent research found that people over the age of 65 will outnumber those under 18 by 2034, suggesting adjustments may be required by brands and retailers to meet their needs…
Can Fast-Food Drive-Thru AI Become Mainstream?
McDonald’s is ending its AI-driven drive-thru ordering experiment with IBM by late July 2024. How can fast-food chains balance AI-driven technologies like voice-ordering systems with maintaining high order accuracy and…
Will Adults Keep Buying Toys?
Riding a spike in interest in nostalgia coming out of the pandemic, consumers ages 18 and older accounted for more toy sales than any other age group in the first…
