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Top 10 Contactless Trends to Watch in 2022

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To prove the value of these experiences, Buzek cited results at retailer Sam’s Club , where stores that offered a self-checkout option registered sales 18% higher than those without it. More Dark Kitchens Over the next five years, QSR chain Wendy’s is planning to add 700 kitchens in converted shipping containers to support delivery.

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Amazon, Target, Macy’s Plan to Hire Combined 388,000 Employees for the Holidays

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And many retailers, seeking to snag the best staff, have announced competitive hourly wage rates and flexible payment options that offer anytime access to earned pay. Toward Pay Increases Photo courtesy Amazon Amazon has opened more than 50 new fulfillment centers, delivery stations and same-day delivery sites in the U.S.

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Container Store, Sam Edelman Join Rush to Resale

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The Container Store has debuted its Closet Clean Out resale program for apparel and accessories, powered by the ThredUp Resale-as-a-Service solution. Known for its closets and organizational solutions, The Container Store’s program is unusual in accepting products for resale from categories that it doesn’t sell.

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Consumers Turn to BNPL, BOPIS to Cope with Rising Prices and Supply Chain Uncertainty

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A recent report from the payments and shopping service Klarna found that 34% of shoppers actually plan to spend more on gifts this year than last year, with Gen Z ( 57% ) and millennials ( 53% ) more likely than other age groups to expand their budgets. However, BNPL is now neck-and-neck with store credit cards at 13%.

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How the rise of online scams and fakes is changing consumer behaviour

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Product quality has become more important for online shoppers compared to two years ago, along with product cost, shipping cost, customer reviews, and authenticity. With Fulfilment by Amazon, sellers can save on their operating costs to pay only for the storage space they use and the orders we fulfil,” he added.

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#RSP20 Webinars Offer Guide for Growth in the New Retail Reality

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As a result, many retailers must move beyond manual processes to calculate their sales tax obligations. You can encourage initial purchases and repeat business by fulfilling quickly, responding thoughtfully and promptly to inquiries and reviews and by maintaining a competitive pricing structure.”.

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UPDATE: Target Adds Paid Loyalty Program, Plans 300 New Stores Over Next 10 Years

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[Update from 3/6/2024] Over the next decade, Target plans to build more than 300 new stores and upgrade the vast majority of its brick-and-mortar fleet, with projects ranging from full remodels to adding Ulta Beauty locations, upgrading fixtures and supporting same-day services.

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