Cybersecurity Measures Stall Amid Shutdown Uncertainty
A partial U.S. government shutdown is placing key cybersecurity measures on hold, creating uncertainty for businesses as digital threats continue to rise.
Staff Report
Global insights on omnichannel retail and commerce from the Doing Business in Bentonville Staff Report Team—expert analysis and trends shaping Bentonville’s role in the future of business.
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Pay Later Becomes a Monthly Budget Staple
New research shows buy now, pay later tools are becoming a planned part of monthly household budgets, reshaping omnichannel retail and payment strategy.
When Algorithms Become the Customer
As AI shopping agents reshape commerce, retailers must prioritize trusted product data, price accuracy, and fulfillment reliability to stay visible and competitive.
How AI and Cloud Are Redefining Retail Experience and Efficiency
Retail technology is rapidly evolving with AI and cloud innovations driving personalised shopping experiences and operational efficiencies.
Starbucks Signals Confidence With 150+ New U.S. Stores
Starbucks plans to open more than 150 new U.S. stores in 2026, reinforcing confidence in physical retail and omnichannel growth despite its massive scale.
Retail Wins Require Breaking Silos and Unifying Strategy
Breaking organizational silos is critical to omnichannel retail success, aligning teams, measurement, and strategy around how shoppers truly behave.
Practical AI Adoption: Insights From a Doing Business in Bentonville Breakfast Event
As AI adoption accelerates, individuals can build skills now while leaders turn experimentation into strategy through hands-on use, innovation councils, and clear direction.
Costco Expands Same-Day Delivery in Europe Through Instacart Partnership
Costco has partnered with Instacart to launch same-day delivery in France and Spain, expanding its European omnichannel strategy and offering members greater shopping flexibility.
Leadership Moves: Who’s Rising in Walmart’s Corporate Ranks?
Walmart’s latest executive leadership changes highlight a strategic emphasis on growth platforms, global scale, and omnichannel execution as the retailer refreshes its leadership bench for 2026.
Business Uncertainty Is Redefining the CFO Playbook in 2026
Ongoing economic and policy uncertainty is reshaping how CFOs lead, forcing finance leaders to adopt a new playbook rooted in agility, strategic risk management and data-driven decision-making.
Cox Automotive Advances Omnichannel Retail With End‑to‑End Platform
Cox Automotive is expanding its omnichannel retail platform to fully unify digital and in‑store car buying, enabling end‑to‑end vehicle transactions across every consumer touchpoint.
WD‑40 Streamlines Distribution Network to Cut Delivery Costs
WD‑40 is reconfiguring its distribution centers and sourcing model to cut delivery costs and enhance supply chain flexibility without major capital outlays.
WJAETS Offers Fast, Affordable Publishing for Engineering Research
Discover why the World Journal of Advanced Engineering Technology and Sciences (WJAETS) is a preferred destination for engineering researchers, offering rapid publication, low fees, and broad international indexing for enhanced visibility.
Trump Nominates Kevin Warsh as New Federal Reserve Chair
President Donald Trump has nominated former Fed governor Kevin Warsh to succeed Jerome Powell as Chair of the Federal Reserve, a move that could reshape U.S. monetary policy pending Senate confirmation.
How Trochi Is Rewiring Freight Pricing Through Data Ownership
Trochi is transforming freight pricing by giving brokers ownership of the data they create, unlocking real-time insights and flipping the incentives behind rate products.
Roots Partners with Metro Supply Chain to Boost Omnichannel Logistics
Canadian retailer Roots partners with Metro Supply Chain to enhance global omnichannel logistics through automation and data-driven solutions.