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Top Takeaways from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025
Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025 spotlighted AI, sustainability, and supplier collaboration as key tools to future-proof supply chains.
Ep. 121 - Mindset First: How Leaders Survive Change
Discover how leaders can turn resistance into progress with Elise Mitchell. Learn why your brain resists change, how to shift from fear to opportunity, and how trust, clarity, and decisive communication drive real transformation in teams and organizations.
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Physical AND Digital: Rethinking Modern Retail Strategies
Retail success is no longer about physical or digital alone. Discover how integrated channel strategies, smarter return management, and brand-driven experiences are reshaping the future of commerce and driving profitability across today’s evolving retail landscape.
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Rethinking Retail: Why Physical and Digital Must Converge
Learn how smart brands manage returns, pivot from pure DTC, and deliver consistent brand experiences.
Project44 CEO: Visibility, AI, and the Logistics Tech Gap
Project44 CEO Jett McCandless shares how logistics tech is evolving, why visibility still matters, and what’s holding back the first big IPO in the space.
Inside Walmart’s Nationwide AI Workforce Training Initiative
Walmart’s initiative to offer free, custom AI training and open certification to every U.S. associate rewrites how retailers balance human capital and technology in the age of AI.
Ep. 121 - Mindset First: How Leaders Survive Change
Discover how leaders can turn resistance into progress with Elise Mitchell. Learn why your brain resists change, how to shift from fear to opportunity, and how trust, clarity, and decisive communication drive real transformation in teams and organizations.
Ep. 1 - Connecting Retail’s Sharpest Minds
Retail transformation starts with smarter connections. In this episode, Scott and Paul Lewis of RETHINK Retail reveal how a global expert network is redefining collaboration, insight sharing, and innovation across the retail industry for faster, more strategic growth.
Physical AND Digital: Rethinking Modern Retail Strategies
Retail success is no longer about physical or digital alone. Discover how integrated channel strategies, smarter return management, and brand-driven experiences are reshaping the future of commerce and driving profitability across today’s evolving retail landscape.
Ep. 3 - Measuring What Matters in Retail Media
ROAS doesn’t tell the full story. In this episode, Brandon and Cassie Murray expose the real metrics that drive retail media success. Learn how to balance profit, placement, and performance across channels to build campaigns that actually move the needle.
Ep. 121 - Mindset First: How Leaders Survive Change
Discover how leaders can turn resistance into progress with Elise Mitchell. Learn why your brain resists change, how to shift from fear to opportunity, and how trust, clarity, and decisive communication drive real transformation in teams and organizations.
Ep. 1 - Connecting Retail’s Sharpest Minds
Retail transformation starts with smarter connections. In this episode, Scott and Paul Lewis of RETHINK Retail reveal how a global expert network is redefining collaboration, insight sharing, and innovation across the retail industry for faster, more strategic growth.
Physical AND Digital: Rethinking Modern Retail Strategies
Retail success is no longer about physical or digital alone. Discover how integrated channel strategies, smarter return management, and brand-driven experiences are reshaping the future of commerce and driving profitability across today’s evolving retail landscape.
Ep. 3 - Measuring What Matters in Retail Media
ROAS doesn’t tell the full story. In this episode, Brandon and Cassie Murray expose the real metrics that drive retail media success. Learn how to balance profit, placement, and performance across channels to build campaigns that actually move the needle.
Top Takeaways from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025
Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025 spotlighted AI, sustainability, and supplier collaboration as key tools to future-proof supply chains.
Walmart and OpenAI Partner to Launch AI-First Shopping
Walmart is teaming up with OpenAI to create AI-powered, conversational shopping experiences, shifting e-commerce from search to smart dialogue.
Gemini AI Transforms Google Chrome Into a Smart Assistant
Google’s Gemini AI is now built into Chrome, reshaping how users search, browse, and complete tasks online.
Shipt’s AI Chat-to-Cart Faces Adoption Hurdles
Shipt’s new AI-powered chat-to-cart tool shows promise but may falter due to its reliance on an external browser, creating friction for users.
How Expert Networks Are Reshaping Retail Strategy
Discover how Rethink Retail is building a global expert network to drive faster, smarter retail decisions through community-led insight, advisory panels, and fractional leadership.
Ep. 1 - Connecting Retail’s Sharpest Minds
Retail transformation starts with smarter connections. In this episode, Scott and Paul Lewis of RETHINK Retail reveal how a global expert network is redefining collaboration, insight sharing, and innovation across the retail industry for faster, more strategic growth.
Top Grocery News: AI, Trends, Closures & Cost Surges
From tech rollouts to store closures, these are the grocery stories making headlines today, October 9, 2025.
Ikea Launches Food-Focused Pop-Up and Waste Pilot
Ikea kicks off its "Year of Cooking and Eating" with a NYC pop-up, 200+ new kitchen items, plant-based meals, and a food waste recycling pilot.
Ep. 121 - Mindset First: How Leaders Survive Change
Discover how leaders can turn resistance into progress with Elise Mitchell. Learn why your brain resists change, how to shift from fear to opportunity, and how trust, clarity, and decisive communication drive real transformation in teams and organizations.
How to Choose the Best Wireless Earbuds for You
Find the best wireless earbuds for your needs by comparing sound quality, battery life, noise cancellation, and value across budget and premium models.
MIT FreightLab Tackles Trucking’s Toughest Challenges
MIT’s FreightLab partners with industry to turn academic research into freight transportation solutions.
Sustainability Data Gaps Put Supply Chains at Risk
Businesses face rising pressure to prove sustainability with real data as new regulations and stakeholder demands transform supply chain accountability.
U.S. Takes Control of TikTok in New Executive Order
Trump’s new executive order lets TikTok and TikTok Shop keep operating in the U.S. under a U.S.-controlled ownership structure.
How the Port of NY & NJ Stays Resilient Under Pressure
The Port of New York and New Jersey uses communication, collaboration, and resilience to keep goods moving through global and local disruptions.
NRF Outlines 2026 Priorities: Advocacy, Communication, Education
The National Retail Federation is focusing on advocacy, communication, and education to guide retailers through economic uncertainty in 2026.
Promotional Product Firms Race Tariff Deadline
With tariffs looming and only a few days left, companies in the promotional products industry are fast-tracking branded inventory and pausing new shipments to avoid major cost spikes.
Retail IT Strategy 2025: Smarter Spending for Stronger Innovation
Discover how automation, vendor partnerships, and cloud cost controls drive innovation under pressure.
Walmart's Strategic Evolution Drives Growth in FY25
As Walmart evolves with digital innovation, its strategic investments and adaptability solidify its role as a leading retail powerhouse.
At Home Secures Court Approval for $2B Debt Restructuring
At Home wins U.S. Bankruptcy Court approval for a $2B debt restructuring and sale to lenders, gaining $500M in financing to support operations.
Digital Lending Transforms Loan Origination and Onboarding
Loan origination software and digital onboarding are transforming lending, making approvals faster, safer, and more accessible for both banks and borrowers.
Top Takeaways from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025
Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025 spotlighted AI, sustainability, and supplier collaboration as key tools to future-proof supply chains.
Levi’s Eyes U.S. Store Expansion After Strong Q3
Levi Strauss & Co. may double its U.S. store count following a strong Q3, driven by DTC momentum, e-commerce gains, and global growth potential.
Tariffs, Tech Leadership & Cybersecurity: Supply Chain in Focus
This week’s Thoughts and Coffee tackles tariffs, AI-era leadership, and why a single weak password can still bring down a legacy business.
How Expert Networks Are Reshaping Retail Strategy
Discover how Rethink Retail is building a global expert network to drive faster, smarter retail decisions through community-led insight, advisory panels, and fractional leadership.
Walmart’s Electronic Shelf Labels Signal Dynamic Pricing Shift
Walmart's rollout of electronic shelf labels paves the way for dynamic pricing, reshaping supplier strategies and consumer expectations.
Gemini AI Transforms Google Chrome Into a Smart Assistant
Google’s Gemini AI is now built into Chrome, reshaping how users search, browse, and complete tasks online.
Shipt’s AI Chat-to-Cart Faces Adoption Hurdles
Shipt’s new AI-powered chat-to-cart tool shows promise but may falter due to its reliance on an external browser, creating friction for users.
Edible Brands Reinvents Stores as Fulfillment Hubs
Edible Brands is transforming retail locations into hybrid fulfillment centers optimized for digital orders, delivery, and local customer experience.
Wholesale Beauty Trends: Clean, Fast, and Tech-Driven
Wholesale buyers in beauty now demand clean ingredients, fast logistics, and tech-savvy tools, reshaping what it takes to stand out on retail shelves.
Walmart and OpenAI Partner to Launch AI-First Shopping
Walmart is teaming up with OpenAI to create AI-powered, conversational shopping experiences, shifting e-commerce from search to smart dialogue.
Levi’s Eyes U.S. Store Expansion After Strong Q3
Levi Strauss & Co. may double its U.S. store count following a strong Q3, driven by DTC momentum, e-commerce gains, and global growth potential.
Edible Brands Reinvents Stores as Fulfillment Hubs
Edible Brands is transforming retail locations into hybrid fulfillment centers optimized for digital orders, delivery, and local customer experience.
The Body Shop Returns to U.S. Market via Amazon and Web
After closing U.S. stores, The Body Shop is back—this time online, relaunching through Amazon and a new U.S. website under new ownership.
Reform Launches AI-Driven Freight Automation Platform
Reform, founded by aerospace engineer Omar, simplifies freight automation with AI tools real teams can trust—no code required.
How BigCommerce Powers Omnichannel Retail Success
Discover how BigCommerce revolutionizes omnichannel retail, enhancing customer experiences and driving growth with robust, integrated solutions for businesses of all sizes.
Firehouse Subs Ushers in New Growth Era, Names Carolina Berti as CMO
Firehouse Subs appoints Carolina Berti as Chief Marketing Officer, signaling bold moves in menu innovation, loyalty, and global expansion.
Top Takeaways from Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025
Procurement & Supply Chain LIVE 2025 spotlighted AI, sustainability, and supplier collaboration as key tools to future-proof supply chains.
Wholesale Beauty Trends: Clean, Fast, and Tech-Driven
Wholesale buyers in beauty now demand clean ingredients, fast logistics, and tech-savvy tools, reshaping what it takes to stand out on retail shelves.
Walmart’s Electronic Shelf Labels Signal Dynamic Pricing Shift
Walmart's rollout of electronic shelf labels paves the way for dynamic pricing, reshaping supplier strategies and consumer expectations.
Levi’s Eyes U.S. Store Expansion After Strong Q3
Levi Strauss & Co. may double its U.S. store count following a strong Q3, driven by DTC momentum, e-commerce gains, and global growth potential.
Ikea Launches Food-Focused Pop-Up and Waste Pilot
Ikea kicks off its "Year of Cooking and Eating" with a NYC pop-up, 200+ new kitchen items, plant-based meals, and a food waste recycling pilot.
How COVID Reshaped Retail: Lasting Changes in Consumer Behavior
Retail post-COVID demands flexibility, digital innovation, and consumer trust, reshaping how businesses engage and serve evolving shopper expectations.
Walmart to Eliminate Synthetic Dyes from Private-Label Foods by 2027
Walmart will remove synthetic dyes and dozens of additives from all private-label foods by 2027.
SAPPI Uses AI to Optimize Energy and Boost Profits
Discover how SAPPI uses AI-driven strategies to enhance energy management and reduce costs, showcasing the impacts of efficient bidding strategies.
Wholesale Beauty Trends: Clean, Fast, and Tech-Driven
Wholesale buyers in beauty now demand clean ingredients, fast logistics, and tech-savvy tools, reshaping what it takes to stand out on retail shelves.
Walmart and OpenAI Partner to Launch AI-First Shopping
Walmart is teaming up with OpenAI to create AI-powered, conversational shopping experiences, shifting e-commerce from search to smart dialogue.
Walmart’s Electronic Shelf Labels Signal Dynamic Pricing Shift
Walmart's rollout of electronic shelf labels paves the way for dynamic pricing, reshaping supplier strategies and consumer expectations.
Tariffs, Tech Leadership & Cybersecurity: Supply Chain in Focus
This week’s Thoughts and Coffee tackles tariffs, AI-era leadership, and why a single weak password can still bring down a legacy business.