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Walmart’s latest AI feature aims to help associates overcome language barriers

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The retailer is also introducing AI-driven task management, which uses the technology to prioritize and recommend tasks for associates. Early results have led to a reduction in the time store managers spend planning shifts for overnight stocking, and the retailer is piloting the tool for shifts other than stocking as well.

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Ikea wants to make smart home tech easier to use, more affordable

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A smart home hub, like the company’s Dirigera, is required to add Matter-enabled products to a home setup. “Until now, smart home technology hasn’t been easy enough to use for most people, or affordable enough for many to consider,” David Granath, range manager at Ikea of Sweden, said in a statement. You can unsubscribe at anytime.

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Walmart tests dark stores

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VMSD’s 2021 Designer Dozen: Future Proofing

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How do you see the role of physical stores changing in the future? The past 10 years have been hard on the retail industry, especially on department stores. Samantha has led many of Bergmeyer’s largest and most complex project teams during her work developing retail prototypes and managing retail and restaurant accounts.

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Ulta Beauty breaks into the UK with Space NK acquisition

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Through the deal, Ulta gains an 83-store presence in the United Kingdom and Ireland, as well as a website in the region. Space NK will function as a stand-alone subsidiary of Ulta and continue to be led by CEO Andy Lightfoot and the rest of its management team. You can unsubscribe at anytime. Registered in England and Wales.

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J.C. Penney to hold down prices for back to school, holiday despite Q1 declines

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Deep Dive Podcasts Library Events Press Releases Topics Sign up Search Sign up Search Operations Marketing Technology DTC Distressed Retail Department Stores Executives Financial News Trends E-Commerce An article from Dive Brief J.C. Again, this is a crumb of comfort, but it will provide some confidence to management.